Dr. Anthony Saracino, MD

I went in for the sole purpose of getting a prescription for testosterone replacement therapy but instead my experience felt more like a SA under the guise of an exam for which it was not explained to me the process or the reasons for it (why was it medically necessary) nor was my permission asked or received to conduct the “exam”. I was simply ordered into position and when I hesitated and attempted to ask questions the doctor acted impatient and upset that I dare ask him a question. To top it off he didn’t even write me the prescription after the “exam” but instead ordered: 1. a PSA test despite me having 2 of them in the past 6 months that I furnished to his office 2. an ultrasound of my kidney 3. and a return visit in 2 months for a cystoscopy I’m in near perfect health and besides slightly high blood pressure I haven’t even had a common cold in 25 years. If there was some indication of me being in poor health I could possibly understand. All these tests are unnecessary… and very much overkill and it just plain reeks of over treatment and a money-making scheme. Anyone can easily get TRT online via a simple blood test and a televisit only but I needed to see a doctor if I wanted it covered by insurance (another scam). When I reached out to the office after to discuss my concerns I didn't even get the courtesy of a response. I highly recommend you avoid this doctor.

Dr Saracino and Prody really know their stuff. In 2018 had IPP surgery. Unfortunately my soft tissue caused severe distal migration. Went home partially inflated and about 3 inches short. Then as soon as I deflated had severe distal curving. Had to have my pump surgically moved that Dec by another surgeon. Took 9 months VED but finally recovered lost length. Very rocky start but stellar finish. Thanks guys! Job well done.!!!

Dr saracino asked me a question & before I even answered he said I needed a test. He left room. I was waiting. Nurse came in & said front desk will schedule. I said doctor said I needed a test. Yes - front desk will schedule. I thought doctor left room to get test equipment & chaperone. No - he was done. No conversation. No exam was performed. Didn’t even use stethoscope to check if I was breathing. Didn’t even allow me to answer his question or permit me to express my concerns. I definitely don’t need a new patient office consultation (2 minutes) for MD to say I need a test. Highway robbery. $289 billed to health insurance company. Did not return. Did not undergo tests. Sought care elsewhere.

I was quite displeased with my visit. First, as a new patient I had to fill out many forms (which is normal). I am quite careful regarding anything I sign; on one of the forms there were several acronyms I didn’t recognize. So I ask the receptionist who gave me the forms what they meant. She said: “don’t worry about them, just answer the questions”. Wrong answer. She had no idea what the acronyms represented nor did anyone else in the office to include a nurse. Bad start. I was referred to this doctor for BPH. When I saw him he was quite friendly. But after exam, he said I need to have a test, the checkout desk would set it up, then out he went. I didn’t have a chance to ask other questions I asked. When waiting for checkout I saw him in the hall so I stopped him for a question. He answered it in the open and quite loudly where others could hear. I was mortified. After finishing with the answer he immediately turned and went on to the next patient. So at checkout, the attendant said… she’ll set up all the appointments. I asked for what given that the doctor said I needed “a test”. She said, he ordered four tests. Again, I’m mortified because he never mentioned any additional tests (some of which are a bit invasive). I get home, do some research and wonder what in the world do these tests have to do with the reason I came to this urologist. So I decide to seek a second opinion. My general doctor (who did not refer me to Saracino) told me what I thought: the additional tests aren’t usually used for the condition I have. I’m displeased. First, staff weren’t knowledgeable. Second, the doctor is in a rush to get to the next patient. Third, the doctor is not up front regarding treatment. Fourth, the doctor clearly doesn’t include you (the patient) in planning your own care. Fifth, I thought it was very rude for him to speak loudly of my condition in a hallway. If you want to be considered and involved in your own care, this doctor isn’t the one to go to in my opinion. If you are seeing him and you have appointments upon appointments and tests upon tests, make him explain exactly what’s going on. I cancelled all my appointments and will not return.

Over years of visits, I find Dr. Saracino to be short with details and in a rush to get to the next patient. After an ER kidney stone and TERP stay, I found him increasingly irritating. After a second TERP recommendation, I forced a session to finally get to the bottom of what was going on and why. Looking for another Dr.

Poor urological management, Large hematoma for a minor hydrocele within 24 hours, after a dramatic large operation. Bleeders may have loosened or not tied. It was drained after 30 days( in fear of 30 day red flag, post op complication.) Fentanyl was ordered but I refused. Again another Hematoma in 48 hours post draining. Offered another open drain, I refused and asked for another opinion, useless as opinion is not different. Drain site became infected causing further hospitalization. Dr. Saracino wanted to enter my room to apologize, prefer to send him away offering another operation. Infection cleared up after heavy IV antibiotics for 6 days. Willing to forget everything including log friendship. Glad I got better and not think about calling other services.

Doctor Saracino and Doctor Prody are both 5 star plus surgeons! Best healing in my support group from all over the world. I was 6.5" the night before surgery and now have a very proud 5 7/8". Only lost 5/8"! Much better than the 1 inch plus standard industry average. Very very pleased. Thank you for making me whole again!!!!

No. bed side manner at all.His office is too busy. Will not go back to him.

Not a good experience. i would not recommend to anyone.

Highly inattentive to patient's needs.