Dr. Robert Thornham Spencer, MD

Great physician! He has always shown respect for my concerns for treatment options for my RA. His knowledge of autoimmune diseases is astoundingly expansive and impressive. He has always listened to me and we have, as a team, discussed options for current and future care. As a nurse I appreciate this. We discuss options for treatment and the pros and cons of the different treatments. Together we come up with treatment plans. If I am having acute issues, he always finds time to see me quickly. I do agree with other reviewers about the front desk staff. They seem uncaring and rude. But I am so impressed with Dr. Spencer, that I overlook this. I am there to see him.

I was initially impressed with Dr. Spencer's thoroughness at our first appointment. He seemed to genuinely care and worked to get an accurate diagnosis when others in his practice did not. However, my latest visit was pretty horrible. He was hurried, talked over me instead of to me and did not listen to how I WANTED my healthcare to go - he was not interested in a partnership, but a health dictatorship and seemed upset that I did not want to be on toxic medications because other methods I am exploring for care are "not in the New England Journal of Medicine". I was wholly disappointed and will be looking for a rheumatologist who is interested in working with me, not against me. Additionally, the staff is HORRIBLY anti-social. People come to the clinic because they are in pain - a little smile, laugh, something to make you feel better would go a long way.

I had to switch prescription renewals to my general practitioner because it became impossible to get prescriptions refilled through Dr. Spencer's office.

I agree with the lady that says Dr. Spencer used to be a good,caring doctor. I don't know about his computer practices, I know that when he does come into the room, even when he is talking to me, I feel like he would certainly rather be somewhere else. If you are in chronic pain, you don't also need the indignity of having to beg for your prescriptions, and for his help. The staff are pretty unhelpful, and unfriendly as well. With the exception of his nurse. Maybe it's not his fault that prescriptions are not filled in a timely manner, but it is the fault of his staff, so it reflects on him. I am already looking for a new doctor, so I definitely do not recommend this one.

Dr. Spencer used to be the best in the business. Today, less than the worst. He has no time for his patients, and spends more time typing in his computer and less time interacting. He once used to walk into the room where I was his focus, today, I don't think he notices I'm even there. Such a same. He used to be so great. Wish he could return to caring for and about me and less about his computer and ensuring his paperwork is done during my time. Look for another doctor who treats you like the priority! Dr Spencer is no longer this doctor.

The only problem is that getting an appointment scheduled typically a couple months out, but that is probably due to Dr.Spencer's popularity with patients. Everything else is great.