I feel fortunate to have Dr Bernstein as my doctor. He is always patient and understanding and listens to my problems and doesn't brush them off as petty. He looks into everything thoroughly and if he thinks nothing is wrong and its all in your head, he tells you. Even if I move out of Toronto when I retire, I still plan to have him as my family doctor. He will be worth the drive!

Submitted June 23, 2009

Dr. Bernstein has the ideal mix of empathy and knowledge. He takes time to listen to you and is honest and straightforward in his diagnosis. I feel lucky to have Dr. Bernstein as my doctor.

Submitted Jan. 22, 2009

Dr.Ira Bernstein is a very fine doctor. His diagnostic skills,esp as a diabetes specialist,are first rate. He is always there for you. He is frank,open, very good natured,direct,understanding,and he is really a very nice guy. He responds to emails,and shows care and concern for his patients. He is a very good family GP.

Submitted Aug. 4, 2008

I have been going to Dr Bernstein many many years and he is always patient and listens to me and checks all my complaints if he feels its necessary. I would recommend him highly. I don't think we could find a better doctor today.

Submitted April 19, 2008

Great guy. Caring, thoughtful, and considerate. Unlike many others, Dr Bernstein takes as much time as necessary to listen to you and to understand your medical problems. He also explains medical issues so that the patient understands (unlike the old fashioned "do what I say because I'm God... I mean the doctor" approach). The only downside is that there is often a significant wait - but that will happen with a doctor who takes time with his patients. In short, we couldn't be happier.

Submitted Jan. 10, 2008

My family and I have been patients of Dr. Bernstein since 1993. He is not only our doctor but our best friend. There has never been a day when Dr. Bernstein has ever turned us away or had an answer for us. Everytime we have gone to Dr. Bernstein when we do not feel well, he has always help us. My family and I feel very fortunate to have such a wonderful doctor. My husband feels like he can talk to Dr. Bernstein about anything at any time. My kids love going to see Dr. Bernstein. He has always made my kids comfortable about going to see him. He has seen 2 of my 3 children come into this world. When my 12 year old was born and the doctors did not think he would make it, Dr. Bernstein was there in the delivery room helping to keep me calm. Any patient of Dr. Bernstein is very fortunate to have such a wonderful doctor.

Submitted May 28, 2007

Dr. Bernstein is a kind, well versed family doctor. He has a way at putting you at ease in his office and will absolutely go the extra mile in helping you through a medical or personal issue. There are several occasions I have emailed Dr. Ira in the middle of the night, only to receive a reply in minutes. Although he does take vacation (as anyone is entitled to do) I have never found that it was excessive. He always presents alternatives when he is out of the office. His good nature and kind manner are refreshing in this day and age where "drive-thru medicine" is practiced.

Submitted March 28, 2007

I am surprised that someone actually wrote a negative comment about Dr. Bernstein. I have never had a problem booking an appointment, in fact I find his ataff very helpful and flexible in booking appointments. I am VERY satisfied with his professionalism and expertise. In an age where ove a million Canadians have no doctor at all, I think its about time we take the time to publically thank the good ones. Thank you again for all that you have done for me and my family. D Reeve - Toronto

Submitted March 21, 2007

I would like to advise that in our sincere opinion we are amongst the luckiest people to have such an excellent family physicial as Dr. B. He has excellent diagnostic skills & thus has bettered our lives. There has never been an instance when he has not been available from the most trivial to the most vital & one can always see the empathy in his face when dealing with all the variables that arise in a persons life. If at any time we felt that there was an issue to discuss this man never failed us & has proven on many occasions how human he is & furthermore, his staff is courtious & solicitous & never fails to contact me whenever I require an appointment or whatever from the fair Dr. Life is much more vital now that he is helping us control our lives & we would never consider anybody else & his need to break away for vacation time is vital to his well being & we respect him for that as well. Thankyou Dr. Bernstein & stay well. Lorne & Linda Levy

Submitted March 21, 2007

I have been a patient of Dr Bernstein for many years. I find him professional, understanding and very knowledgable. He knows exactly what blood work or tests to order for me. When I was feeling lethargic and run down. He didn't just dismiss me and tell me "its all in my head", he investigated until he found the problem. I am now feeling much better on "iron pills". I think it is great that Dr Bernstein takes vactions. He is a wonderful role model who knows how to balance work with leisure. We should all take his example and scheduled vaction time for ourselves.

Submitted March 17, 2007