Brian Katz, PA-C

Office staff upon arriving was courteous. Office staff upon leaving to make a 3 month visit was also courteous & helpful to book an appointment after my work hours. Brain Katz was also polite & courteous. He explained all my treatment options. He even spoke to me about another issue I was having & gave me recommendations about what physician I should see in his practice, even though he doesn't treat that part of the body. [Single best thing is...] Brian gave me a cortisone shot in my left knee. Explained everything he was going to do & that he would due the injection slowly. Told me the after care & 3 month follow up. He told me I could call him anytime if I had any problems or questions.

08/09/2019

He answered all my questions and showed me the xray. Explained why I was having pain [Single best thing is...] No waiting and very friendly

08/09/2019

Good service, very attentive. Gives a good injection.

08/09/2019

Mr. Katz was very kind and kept me informed of my progress in a very professional and polite manner. He removed my staples with minimal discomfort. He answered all my questions.

07/27/2019

Each time I have seen Brian Katz, I have been very satisfied with his time with me. [Single best thing is...] Each time he gave me a cortisone shot it has worked.

07/21/2019

From office staff to the PA (Brian Katz), everyone is friendly, professional, and caring. Brian takes the time to ask questions as well as address my concerns.

07/17/2019

This was my first visit to the office and Brian was very thorough in his explanation of my diagnosis of bursitis of my knee. He gave me a cortisone shot, which was relatively painless and was very detailed in what I should expect during the procedure and over the next few days. [Single best thing is...] I was very surprised to find that the cortisone injection worked almost immediately to relieve the pain in my knee!

07/17/2019

Procedure was explained thoroughly, PA was very knowledgeable, sterile technique was practiced, the exam room was immaculate, explained what to do at home post procedure. [Single best thing is...] No pain.

07/17/2019

HE CHECKED MY KNEE.....WAS ALMOST A YEAR SINCE MY KNEE REPLACEMENT..........I SAID I HAD SOME PAIN GOING UP AND DOWN STAIRS......HAD X RAY.......IT SEEMED OK....BUT HE SUGGESTED SOME THERAPY FOR THE ISSUE.... I WILL DO THAT.

07/02/2019

[Highly satisfied with] quality of care and the willingness to take the time to thoroughly answer all of my questions. [Single best thing is...] my new hip is now my best hip.

07/01/2019

Dr. Katz, who I met for the first time, is an excellent doctor. I feel good being treated by him. He has a great personality and made me feel very calm and relaxed . I had nothing seriously wrong with my shoulders that's the best thing.

07/01/2019

My appointment started within a reasonable amount of time, the technician took me in for x-rays and was very polite, and the doctor was unhurried during the course of checking my knee. [Single best thing is...] Dr. Katz clearly explained what the problem was and took my opinion and feelings into account. He was very reassuring.

07/01/2019

Friendly and knowledgeable

07/01/2019

The office staff is very professional and efficient. After a short wait I was ushered into see Brian Katz. All my questions were answered patiently and kindly by Brian Katz. The visit went well. [Single best thing is...] I was very pleased with the procedure. My pain is gone!!! My mobility is back!!!

07/01/2019

Brian took his time examining and explaining my injury. He answered all my questions and was extremely gentle with removing fluid from my knee.

06/28/2019

Brian was knowledgeable, friendly and explained clearly my issues with recommendations on care plan and follow-up. [Single best thing is...] I had a cortisone injection into bursa and he said it would not hurt and he was right on point.

06/27/2019

Shoulder Surgery

Dr. Rourke and Brian were both a pleasure to deal with and everything went according to plan.

06/27/2019

Explained what was occurring. Surgery was recommended. MRI was ordered and a appt with Bissell was confirmed. PA stressed to get the surgery done quickly before problem gets worse.

06/27/2019

Mr. Katz listened to my concerns, asked meaningful questions, and discussed next steps to determine treatment plan.

06/15/2019

Brian is very professional, helpful and knowledgeable. I had opportunity to ask questions and I received helpful answers. My procedure was done efficiently.

05/26/2019

No wait time, great results.

05/23/2019

Very friendly and professional. They are very competent staff from doctors to support staff. I feel confident in their work and have helped me a lot with my condition. Highly recommend!!! I am more mobile due to my treatments. So I am more productive, which mentally and physically means a lot to me.

05/22/2019

Staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and I was treated with respect.

05/22/2019

I have had previous knee surgery with Dr. Ruark but this was my annual visit. I had Mr. Katz and was pleased again, with his knowledge.

05/17/2019

Brian ordered MRI for 5/3. I called on 5/9 at 10 a.m. was told he was with patient would call back. I informed party answering my call, I had another appointment scheduled for 1pm and would be leaving called back at 11;30 Brian gone till 1pm, rec'd message on phone from Brian stating I needed knee replacement and he left info with Peggy to call her, which I did. I still have no knowledge why I need a knee replacement and have to wait till June 25 to see Dr. Ruark. Is this the method used to inform a patient.

05/16/2019

I was in and out in a timely manner all involved were very clear

05/16/2019

Very thorough and explained everything so that I could understand.

05/16/2019

Brian took the time to explain my options

05/15/2019

Because of a very low level of pain, I did not receive the treatment that was scheduled. Liked the idea that Brian considered my opinion in making the final decision. Have follow up in August. Chose this practice because I had been to two of the Drs. Who are now retired. So happy I returned. Staff is always courteous. Brian is not only a great PA, he is also very kind and considerate.

05/15/2019

The Springfield office has a friendly courteous staff and a great physician assistant and physician that are caring individuals. Quick and painless.

05/14/2019

Cortisone injection was painless and effect was immediate. Sincere concern shown by Brian. Prompt report on X-ray and referral for PT

05/14/2019

I was seen very promptly. Brian was a caring, informed and congenial provider. He gave good medical Advice, a good treatment plan and was a pleasure to work with.

05/10/2019

They are always friendly and appointments are always running on time. Brian makes sure that you are comfortable during procedure.

05/10/2019

Very pleasant in dealing with my mom. Got good consulting regards to her arthritis need and solid suggestion.

05/10/2019

The main reason was, at least so far, he appears to have given the correct medical evaluation. Very courteous and very concerned with my medical problem. Very timely with keeping appointment time. Waiting on a follow-up examination at the end of this month (May) but in the interim, if condition worsened, made himself available on same day notice. Very grateful about that.

05/10/2019

I asked about my recovery time and asked if I was on target with pain management and whether my brace was needed for full day protection.I was given a very good explanation and told I could see someone for an adjustment if I needed one. [Single best thing is...] I had minimum swelling and returned to work with minimum pain.

05/10/2019

We discussed my completion of physical therapy and the next plan of action

05/09/2019

I scheduled an appointment for a cortisone shot and when I went in to the exam room the nurse asked if I had an MRI done. I told her no and she seemed surprised. When the PA came in he looked at the record and asked me the same thing. He said the record stated Dr. Ruark wanted an MRI but no one informed me of that and the PA didn't want to give me the shot without the MRI.

05/09/2019

Front desk staff very friendly and accommodating. Monica the X-ray tech very friendly and knowledgeable. Mr Katz explains everything he is going to do gave me an injection in my knee to help with my pain. I didn't feel it at all. I didn't have to wait long,I like having X-ray right in the office so you don't have to come early and wait to have X-rays in the hospital. [Single best thing is...] The injection helped my knee pain.

05/09/2019

Never a long wait to be seen. Brian Katz is wonderful! My knee feels so much better.

05/09/2019

Because the PA took time to listen and his treatment was right on. Explanations were easily understood. It did not hurt and the results were successful.

05/09/2019

Very friendly staff and PA Katz was a pro!! Overall the visit was A+

03/21/2019

The staff at the Springfield office are truly great - very friendly, kind, and professional. Debbie, Kelly, Crystal, Monica, and of course, Bryan couldn't have been more concerned as to why I was there and very comforting. Monica was so kind when doing the x-rays and explained everything she was doing - put me more at ease if that's possible (LOL). [Single best thing is...] When Bryan and Monica went over the x-rays in detail - and the whole experience from 'good morning' to leaving - like family.

03/07/2019

[Single best thing is...] my knee is doing very well. got shobrain was very god no paint in knee

03/05/2019

Because I have been a patient for a long time and I like the folks on this office

02/28/2019

Brian Katz reviewed my X-ray and explained it all to me. He also referred me to a neurologist to examine my lower back to see if it was causing my hip pain.

02/28/2019

Doc seemed nice, informed and thorough. Well explained.

02/27/2019

Dr. Katz is great, listens well and is the best Dr. I have ever had.

02/27/2019

This was a post op visit to remove staples from knee replacement. X-rays went smoothly and staples were removed very quickly without pain. All my concerns were answered and I was advised of things I never thought about. My procedure with Dr. Ruark went very smoothly. The pain was explained to me and I was told to take all necessary meds for it as not to suffer too much. The whole office has been wonderful throughout this whole thing. I have to have my other knee replaced.

02/27/2019

This was a follow up from a surgery. All my questions were answered

02/27/2019

Received detailed explanation of condition. No immediate issues need to be addressed.

02/18/2019

I was seen on time and referred for PT

02/11/2019

Brian Katz answered all my questions and encouraged me in my progress as I recover from my surgery. [Single best thing is...] Belief that Dr. Ruark performed the surgery very well.

02/09/2019

Quick, efficient, personable. Brian always asks the correct questions about how I feel, and what else he can do to assist me, and actually listens to my responses.

01/24/2019

Personalized attention and attention to detail.

01/24/2019

Knee Arthroscopy

Very satisfied with everything!!! Everybody was very nice and polite and helpful!

01/02/2019

I appreciate how I am spoken too and treated. Timely. I work a very tight schedule and appreciate that I am seen at my scheduled time.

12/26/2018

Friendly, professional procedure. [Single best thing is...] Mr. Katz is especially proficient giving the shot in the knee. Don't even feel it.

11/21/2018

Not a clear treatment plan No follow-up booked I guess I just call after the MRI

11/16/2018

I found Dr. Katz to be very personable and he put me at ease. After reviewing the MRI of my shoulder, he took the time to explain my shoulder issue in detail and recommended what further action should take place.

11/14/2018

I did not have to wait long, and the PA-C I seen was very thorough. I was given an MRI right away

11/09/2018

Not a long wait, very professional . The Xray tech was very detailed and explained the procedure thoroughly. Brian was the best, also very professional and detailed. [Single best thing is...] Pain relief

09/19/2018

Brian is very patient. He explains everything I ask about. He is very gentle. He's had to drain fluid in my knee.

09/07/2018

No wait, we met st the appointment time, procedure was well explained

09/07/2018

Dr answered all my concerns looking forward to seeing him again He relived pain in leg with a corzone shot

08/23/2018

Mr. Katz listened to all I had to explain and responded to my concerns. He clearly explained the future procedures and reassured me that narcotics were not used except after surgery. He also made the point that it is important to listen to his patients. I really needed to hear that.

08/23/2018

Within two days the pain lessened enough that I could walk with less pain. Not far but around the house

08/23/2018

I received treatment for pain in my knee and it relieved my pain.

08/10/2018

Hip Replacement

I had my staples removed. All my questions were answered completely and intelligently. X-ray showed no damage to new hip.

07/22/2018

Knowing that the problem was fixed, I got a long road ahead of me, but full confidence in the surgery procedure. I thought they listened then answered all my questions. They were honest and straightforward, and I felt comfortable. I think when it comes to wearing a sling the office staff, PA, and doctor should be on the same page. I was told I need to wear one all the time, then only in public so no one bangs into it, then lastly wear it all the time again.

07/21/2018

Compassion and understanding Relief from long lasting knee pain

07/02/2018

Brian was very nice easy to talk with. Everyone very poo professional and friendly.

06/26/2018

The gel shots help my knee. The next day I was leaving for a two week vacation to Quebec and Montreal and I wanted to be able to walk around and the procedure made that possible with less pain. The visit was quick. I didn't have to wait longer than five minutes in the waiting room, and only a minute or two in the doctor's office. Everyone is very friendly. The PA answered my questions regarding the possibility for future knee surgery. While I appreciated his honesty ("it's definitely going to be a full knee replacement"), he also said it will be the most painful thing I will ever experience. I don't think that's a good thing to tell a patient. Now I never want to have it done.

06/19/2018

Attentive, thorough, friendly, encouraging.

06/14/2018

I liked Mr. Katz' attitude and he was prepared to see me. He assured me that I would be taken care of by his office.

06/14/2018

Brian was honest and said my knee was more complicated than most and they referred me to Dr. [name] in Pittsfield,Ma.

06/07/2018

seen in timely manner,after exam everything explained in detail and what next had to be done.what treatments that could be done and his recomadations.

06/06/2018

The cortisone shot helped my shoulder pain immediately, unfortunately it didn't last long. Brian was friendly, courteous, thorough and explained the issue to me. Made me laugh. Made the pt feel very comfortable

05/22/2018

Everything is going very well.

05/19/2018

I've had shoulder injections before at other locations and it was so much better here. I hardly felt it. So pleased! It was quick and painfree! Very curtious staff!

05/10/2018

04/17/2018

This was my first time meeting Brian Katz. He was friendly and skilled. He listened to my concerns and explained things clearly. In the past, I had met with Dr. Ruark; Brian had a lot to live up to, and he more than met that standard.

04/12/2018

Fairly painless procedure. Received prompt efficient care.and good interaction with provider.

04/11/2018

Brian spent time with me and explained to me what the problem was. He gave me great options.

04/11/2018

Informative and painless. Very quick response for an appointment

04/03/2018

Other

Brian is always cheerful and pleasant (which is an art in and of itself on some days) - I look forward to the treatment of course, but I thoroughly look forward to seeing everyone - great team! When you first walk into the office, there is, as crazy as it sounds, a calm feeling of relaxation - Debbie, Jennifer & Kelly always great you with a good morning/afternoon and more importantly with a smile - they are always pleasant, asking how you are, and extremely professional.

04/03/2018

Brian took the time needed and was very thorough

03/28/2018

I feel that Brian was able to answer all of my questions and made me feel very comfortable with any questions I had answered to the best of his ability which was more than I've gotten in the past and I'm looking forward to working with him and the surgeon moving forward.

03/27/2018

Wonderful staff

03/19/2018

PA diagnosed the problem with my leg in minutes and quickly started treatment. PA toke time to listen to my simytoms and what happened maybe to cause them.

03/13/2018

He was very kind, and smart. Spoke from his own experience as well as his knowledge. Very personable.

03/12/2018

I felt cared for.

03/12/2018

Care is excellent

03/12/2018

The treatment I am receiving is a three part treatment - once weekly for three weeks. I have had two treatments for pain / stiffness in my knees and they have not as yet reduced the pain. It may be too soon to expect results so I'm waiting - hopefully that the gel / treatment will be effective.

03/12/2018

As a new patient and future knee replacement patient, I was impressed with the friendliness of the office staff. Brian Katz was extremely helpful and knowledgable about the knee replacement process and procedure. He answered as many questions as I could ask. He spent as much time with me as I needed to understand all the information he gave me.

03/07/2018

Brian was helpful in explaining my options Treatment did not work so I went back to discuss my options and was given a surgery date the next day.

03/05/2018

Excellent service

03/03/2018

Because the receptionist and all the front end staff were very pleasant to deal with. As a past medical receptionist myself, it was very nice experience both at check in and check out. Dr. Katz was informative regarding my frozen shoulder and gave me a cortisone shot easily and with no pain. I went for physical therpy

03/02/2018

they got my son in very quickly and very knowledgable

03/02/2018

Brian is very gentle and explains everything clearly. Pain is virtually gone.

03/02/2018

pain diminished BK put me at ease and addressed comfort

01/23/2018

Cortisone Injections

The atmosphere is always calm, clean, and happy

01/18/2018

Prompt service and satisfied with answers to my ?s

01/17/2018