Dr. William Stephen Haaz

I would give him an overall rating of less than a 1 (one) if that was an option. William S. Haaz is an arrogant, pompous physician and should learn compassion and sensitivity when dealing with his patients. My cardiovascular system is far too vital to my well-being for me to be subjected to the treatment that I experienced with Haaz. I recently had an in office appointment with Haaz. This was my first and last time that I saw him. He recommended that I have several cardiovascular studies conducted, which I had performed. To my surprise, Haaz informed me that I needed a cardiac catherization. This was most disturbing news to hear since I was not experiencing any cardiovascular symptoms and never had. I told Haaz that I had several questions. Several days later, he called me and rudely and abruptly told me that he “would only answer my questions once and only once.” When answering my questions, he was abrupt and gave belittling and nasty responses. Throughout the conversation,… he took the offensive and made me feel uncomfortable and treated me as if I did not have the right to question his medical knowledge. I find such behavior to be totally unprofessional and unacceptable. I had pertinent, reasonable medical questions concerning the catheterization procedure and my cardiovascular system. Having a cardiac catherization is a very significant medical procedure, and I have a right to have my questions answered in a professional manner rather than to be made to feel as though I should accept whatever a medical provider tells me without questioning whether it is right for me. Haaz failed to realize that medical care is not a one-size fits all approach. All patients and situations are unique. Furthermore, health care providers should always listen to the patient so he can understand the fears and/or concerns so he can take action to alleviate. It is unrealistic to think patients are going to blindly follow whatever a doctor says without having some sort of confidence that the procedure is needed, and he is the best person to perform the procedure. Haaz grossly failed to do so. He also failed to alleviate my concerns regarding the recommended procedure. I recommend prospective patients read this review before seeing Haaz, so they can be prepared to be ignored and belittled.

I've been a patient of Dr. Haaz for some thirty years and would not go to anyone else. The wait in his office can be long but, well worth it. You will not be disappointed. He really cares.

Snotty receptionist

Had an appointment today with Dr. William Haaz located in the Fox Pavilion in Jenkintown, PA. This was my first visit. Initial observation was the receptionist is rude and unhelpful. Appointment was for 9:00 am and by 10:00 am I was still not seen. After inquiring to the rude receptionist if I would be seen soon, she copped an attitude, made a call, and said 10 more minutes. Never happened. No one apologized or said sorry we are running late, we will be with you shortly. No communication at all! They just expect you to sit there and wait! Well, I had to be in work and my time is just as valuable as the doctor's time. So I left never seeing the doctor. So my poor rating is for the office staff and Dr. Haaz should be aware of this. I will never return to this office.