Dr.Jacques BOUCHARD has operated on my spine 3 times. I found him to always be thorough, direct and professional. Takes the time to explain what he plans to do and the possible outcomes.
Each surgery was a success I'm glad to say.
He's an absolute and admin is an amazing lady.
Simply the Best

Submitted Dec. 6, 2023

I've had ongoing issues with my lower back. Was finally referred to Dr Bouchard by his other practice partner Dr Soumbasis. First surgery was to be Feb 2020, well we know what happened there. Postponed until maybe Sept21...no go. Ended up with a Hematoma in my lung(long story, but there was a shot involved! Lol) so that put me off again for another year. Finally in Oct of 22, I was on the table. Dr Bouchard was to say the least, always available for any queries and info. When I was finally being prepped, he made a point to his fellow staff, this is his 4th try for this surgery, so let's make this the best one yet!! Gotta say that made me feel more at ease. So one replacement disc and a fuse later, I feel 100% better than before. As some mention, he comes off as arrogant, but hell, he's a surgeon, not a bartender. Treat him with respect and he will treat you with respect back.

Submitted Feb. 21, 2023

Doctor Bouchard is arrogant and makes snide remarks. He has no empathy towards patients. I previous had a spinal fusion (May 2020) done by him. I ended up being seen in his office shortly afterwards as I had what I believed to be an infection. He dismissed the puss, inflammation and high fever and sent me home. I ended up spending a week in the hospital on IV antibiotics due to infection.
2 1/2 years later I have still had ongoing spinal issues. I recently had MRIs completed of the whole spine which showed issues in the c spine, t spine as well as the L spine. I have been off work for 2 1/2 years, unable to work at all. I am also unable to get dressed, drive any much more at least 60% of the time due to pain. My hydromorphone and hydromorph contin just keeps getting upped, which I have complained about as I want resolve not just to increase my medication. I have also been apart of a pain clinic, massage, acupuncture and physio weekly for the last 2 1/2 years. Dr. Bouchard is dismissive and said he would refer me to a new surgeon. He did not listen to me. He did not review the paper work I had to fill out to show where my pain is when I arrived. His bed side manners are terrible. It seems like he is just in it for the money. One last thing, as mentioned, I had surgery 2 1/2 years ago and when I needed to see him again for ongoing spine issues, I had to get a new referral. Makes no sense considering he is the one that did the surgery. There is so much more wrong with this doctor. It is time he retires. He obviously doesn't care how he makes people feel or how much pain patients are in.

Submitted Sept. 21, 2022

Dr. Bouchard successfully completed a minimally invasive lumbar fusion. What a difference! I had always had trouble with my cervical spine having suffered several whiplash injuries over the years. Nearing the end of my uneventful recovery from my back surgery I started having a lot of neck pain and associated neurological symptoms. He looked at my MRI at my last checkup, and told me within 30 seconds that I needed on ADCF. Not the news I wanted to hear, but once I considered my quality of life and told him to go ahead, I was booked within three weeks. I found him to be very thorough, knowledgable and kind. Brilliant surgeon and all his staff are simply the best! Thank you all!

Submitted Sept. 4, 2022

15 years ago dr Bouchard did his second surgery on my back. The outcome to date has been amazing on both surgeries. He told it exactly how it was and what the outcomes could be. My family has appreciated all this doctor and team has done for us. Thanks again

Submitted Sept. 1, 2022

I had two back surgeries, ten years apart , done by dr Bouchard. Hd is a great surgeon, I like his no nonsense approach. I would highly recommend him!

Submitted Aug. 5, 2022

I couldn’t be happier with the entire process. As mentioned in a previous comment, Dr. Bouchard is a perfect mix of personable and straight shooter. I don’t want or need to be Molly-coddled. I need to know what the problem is and if/how it can be fixed. He definitely checked all the boxes.

Submitted July 4, 2022

Dr Bouchard saw me regarding a Disc Replacement. Told me it would be 2 years to wait and I would get a fusion. Went elsewhere and got 2 offers for disc replacement. Saw Dr Bouchard again, he denied ever telling me it would be 2 yrs(lie). Do not recommend Dr. Bouchard, he is arrogant and untrustworthy in my experience.

Submitted April 25, 2022

This experience was terrible. He sent in a "Fellow" The fellow asked some questions that if they even cracked my file open would have been there. He barly did any tests and then said their was no sign of weakness. Then Bouchard came in and did nothing asked no questions and said no surgery. He said the muscle strength could come back but the size may not. Again if he looked at my file for 1 second he would know that after 13 years that was maybe a stupid statement. To top it all off at the end he asked me what kind of bike I ride? I am not looking for riding buddies I am looking for a dr to get off his butt and tell me whats wrong.

Submitted Nov. 24, 2021

Dr. Bouchard is so arrogant and dismissive. Great surgeon, but gives the feeling as though you're annoying him with your existence and wasting his time by making him do his job as a surgeon. He is good at that part, but he as a person is very condescending and doesn't seem to take what the patient says to heart. No heart, but good at the fixing part. Take from that what you will.

Submitted April 8, 2021