Michael J. Morris, MD

Dr. Morris saved my life! Michael Rosenblum. I’ll forever be indebted to him and the wonderful MSK

Just the best!

Arrogant and disconnected. Several phonecalls were never returned. I switched providers.

Very poor beside manner. Avoid this doctor.

Dr Morris is an extraordinary clinician and researcher. He has extensive knowledge of all the latest developments and can clearly express them to patients and families. He is constantly working with the patient to find the treatment program that best suits patients needs and wishes. I travel 110 miles to see him rather than switch to a more convenient doctor.

I have been Dr. Morris' patient for almost 5 years. I have never known a more compassionate, caring, knowledgeable physician. Although promptness is average, it is because he spends all the time every patient needs. At the end of every visit, a final question is asked: "Do you have any questions?" With such care for each patient, I find it impossible to fault Dr. Morris for not running "by the clock". A team member always comes to the waiting room to inform patients that he is running late. I would gladly choose a doctor who spends as much time with each patient as is necessary, then gives opportunity for questions, than one who brings the visit to an end because time is more important than patients are. When I was in the hospital at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center for a procedure with another physician there, Dr. Morris happened to walk into the room to visit a patient. Although the curtains were closed, and Dr. Morris was speaking softly, it was impossible not to… hear the discussion. This young man was in the last stages of cancer. Dr. Morris was so caring, so polite, answering every question gently, although the patient was blunt, impolite, and at times nasty. I am certain that Dr. Morris realized the young man was very angry to be dying at an early age, and was taking out his anger on Dr. Morris. Once the visit was over, Dr. Morris stepped to the curtain on my side to ask why I was in the hospital. When I told him, he smiled, told me I was in good hands, said good bye and moved on. I was impressed that this man was so gentle with my roommate, whom I had gotten to know. And then, without taking no more than a moment out of his busy schedule, inquired about me. This is a physician who truly cares about every one of his patients. Dr. Morris also has an amazing team, some who have shared with me that he is very demanding in expectations of quality, politeness, and ability to work well with each other, and with all his patients. Yet almost all of his team have worked with him for years! That speaks very highly of their desire to work with Dr. Morris. Dr. Morris has also called me at home to discuss a pressing situation. And while having issues while attending a daughter's graduation in Montana, after finding out what was going on, he himself took time to call my cell phone and see how he could help. He was able to help, and that help brought excellent results. Dr. Morris has been called by our dentist, my oral surgeon, and by our G.P. in emergent situations. Each of them told me how impressed they were that a return call was made rather quickly, and it was from Dr. Morris himself, not a secretary. Each of them mentioned how caring and warm he was toward them, as well as his genuine concern about me. I have been in stage 4 (metastasized) prostate cancer for about 5 years. Yet I am still living; able to practice the organ and piano; play Masses and conduct the choir; even do some housework, and work in the garden at times. Dr. Morris has taught me to listen to my body, be realistic as to how I really feel, and act accordingly. I have overheard other patients in the waiting room discussing Dr. Morris, and their comments have been as positive as mine. I cannot say enough good things about this gentle, caring, brilliant, but truly modest man. I am alive today thanks to God, and then to Dr. Morris. He has not only my complete trust, faith, respect, and yes, my love, but also my spouse's and our six children's trust, faith, respect, and love. An amazing Mensch, our wonderful Dr. Morris. Our family prays for him and his work every day.

posted 21 minutes ago Arrogant,Disconnected.Had MRI with rectal probe that lacerated 3" of my distal colon & rectum. Had profuse rectal bleeding.Did not return my phone call until I contacted the Patient Advocate.I had surgery local to repair to the laceration.Dr Morris called unapologetic & referred me to a radiation oncologist stating it wasn't necessary to see him again. I requested to switch doctors but Sloan Kettering does not allow changing physicians. After 2 wks I did not receive a referral to the radiation oncologist .I am still in terrible discomfort from the injury that occurred at Sloan from erroneous use of the probe.I am an orthopedic surgeon board certified & fellowship trained practicing for 35 yrs.I come from a family of 13 physicians in 2 generations some world renowned. I have never been treated so poorly in my entire life.I take my own call for patient problems during all hours, in annual meetings & on vacation even out of the country.The hospital & Dr Morris… defend this horrific care. I served as the chairman of quality assurance at my hospital for 8 yrs.& I can guarantee this care would not be tolerated .At the very least he would have to answer to the committee & possible more serious action would be taken. Sloan is world renowned but doesn't excuse ridiculous hubris, arrogance & malpractice.

Dr. Morris is thoughtful, caring and knowledge. He is about as close to the Dr. Welby as you can get. He and his clinical nurse, Gabriella when out of their way last Christmas - New Year to get me the name of a surgeon for my daughter who was disganosed with cervical cancer. That's the kind of guy he is.