Dr. Mohammed El Dakkak, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
615.7 mi · 6903 4th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11209
At a glance
4.19 stars (117 reviews)
84% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 26 insurances
ACE, Anthem Blue Cross, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield, BlueCross BlueShield, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Cairo University Faculty of Medicine, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Works at Mohammed Selim El-Dakkak, MD
3 office locations
4.19
117 reviews
Bedside manner
4.4
Wait time
3.3
Recent reviews
He is a very good doctor,and he answered all my questions.He didn't rush me and he let me take my time.He was also very truthful with his opinion,thank god.
March 20, 2017Nizar H.Verified patient
The doctor was competent and knowledgeable. The office is very modern and clean, but I've been trying to book a surgery for over a month. The last time I checked in, the receptionist informed me they had not even contacted the insurance company yet for authorisation...after 3 weeks. I couldn't help but feel they didn't care enough to even properly treat me so I have since found another doctor and was treated in one day.
December 14, 2015Initials hidden
Office locations
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Mohammed Selim El-Dakkak, MD
612.6 mi · 6903 4th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11209
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Mohammed Selim El-Dakkak, MD
615.7 mi · 51 East 25th Street, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10010
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Mohammed Selim El-Dakkak, MD
617.8 mi · 126 Greenpoint Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, 11222
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In-network insurances
BlueCross BlueShield
BlueCross BlueShield
Popular visit reasons
Ankle Problems
Arthroscopy
Back Problems
Bruise / Contusion
Hand Problems
Knee Problems
Orthopedic Consultation
Sports Injury
Ankle Problems
Arthroscopy
Back Problems
Bruise / Contusion
More about Dr. Mohammed El Dakkak, MD
Dedicated, multilingual physician with a stellar academic background, competent and team spirited Orthopedic Surgeon in Sports Medicine recognized for excelling in fast track, high stress environment. Able to put patients mind at ease and establish subtle and often difficult to make diagnosis. A patient advocate known for working closely with hospital staff and administrative staff in enforcing all policies and procedures and exceeding regulatory compliance standards in local, state and federal.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Cairo University Faculty of Medicine, Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Cairo University Faculty of Medicine (General Surgery)
Post Graduate Education, Liverpool University Hospital, England
Cabrini Medical Center (Internship)
New York University Medical Center, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
New York University, Fellowship in Sports Medicine
Practice
Mohammed Selim El-Dakkak, MD
Affiliation
Interfaith Medical Center
Professional memberships
medical College of Sport Medicine
New York County Medical Society
Awards and publications
Castle Connolly Top Doctors: New York Metro Area: 2000
Arthritis Foundation, P.A.C.T. through CIBA_GEIGY Pharmaceuticals
Fire Department of the City of New York - Honorary Medical Officer
Chief Othopedic at Wykoff Hospital, Interfaith Medical Center and Brooklyn Hospital
Background
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Arabic
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1346393170
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.19
Wait time
3.30
Bedside manner
4.37
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117 reviews
Most relevant
He was kind (his office staff, much less kind), but didn't seem to know how to really help with the problem I came in for.
December 2, 2014Initials hidden
I love this doctors office the patience was stupendous I can't wait for my next appt the doctor actually listened to me !
February 29, 2012Corina F.Verified patient
Why do we even make an appointment if we have to have another hour? If you don't want to waste your time, don't go here.
June 30, 2014Hugh K.Verified patient
Good beside manner and helpful but I felt rushed and I had to wait over 45 minutes past my scheduled appointment time.
September 26, 2011Initials hidden
It would have been a great visit had he actually been able to help me. I wasted time and money travelling there.
March 2, 2016Initials hidden
My only problem was wait time: 1.5 hrs!
Other than that my experience with Dr El-Dakkak was quite good.
June 17, 2014Initials hidden
Dr. Dakkak was very attentive and polite, and the office was clean and modern. I would highly recommend him.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Not a warm and friendly doctor Spent time with me but didn't address all my issues ..Just ignored them
July 15, 2015Blanche M.Verified patient
Very old school office but everyone was very nice and I liked that I did not have to wait to be seen.
More than 1 year agoJoi P.Verified patient
he was very patient and a caring doctor ill recommend him to anybody looking for an orthopedist
September 28, 2015Roberto R.Verified patient
My experience was very very good and I appreciate the way everybody treated me
October 12, 2015Errol F.Verified patient
Great knowledgeable doctor but awful wait time even with appointment.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
He is great. But I feel that he spreads himself out too thin.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
He's a good listener and I appreciate that quality ina doctor.
April 18, 2013Bernadette F.Verified patient
He is a wonderful, competent and compassionate professional.
More than 1 year agoCecelia Z.Verified patient
Excellent doctor. Front desk customer service horrible.
July 10, 2014Vladimir G.Verified patient
The entire staff was very intelligent and cooperative
July 23, 2015Sarup S.Verified patient
Highly recommend..clean office, quick, professional.
May 7, 2014Initials hidden
He is a very good doctor,and he answered all my questions.He didn't rush me and he let me take my time.He was also very truthful with his opinion,thank god.
March 20, 2017Nizar H.Verified patient
This is the worst experience to any physician I have ever had. I arrived 10 minutes early and was greeted with an extremely loud and busy waiting room. I checked-in, and proceeded to wait over an hour to see Dr. Dakkak. His staff was extremely rude when I asked if I would be seen anytime soon. Definitely will not be returning!
February 21, 2017Garrett J.Verified patient
Great!
August 1, 2016Olga Z.Verified patient
He is very professional doctor.
March 24, 2016Darlyn O.Verified patient
Honestly, I think he should retire. When I gave him a disc with my MRI images on it to look at, he could not figure out how to open it on his new Mac computer and it took 2 other employees' help before they could figure it out.
After investing 2 years of visits, time, effort and money, and being diagnosed with my entire lumbar spine having bulging discs, the only thing he told me was to wear a support brace and not to do sports or lift heavy things. I am 34 and this is NOT an acceptable solution from a professional Dr.
March 16, 2016Catherine V.Verified patient
The doctor was competent and knowledgeable. The office is very modern and clean, but I've been trying to book a surgery for over a month. The last time I checked in, the receptionist informed me they had not even contacted the insurance company yet for authorisation...after 3 weeks. I couldn't help but feel they didn't care enough to even properly treat me so I have since found another doctor and was treated in one day.
December 14, 2015Initials hidden
Nice and attentive. Wait wasn't that long
December 15, 2015Daniel W.Verified patient
Always pleasant and respectful!
October 13, 2015Calvina J.Verified patient
Waste of time
The doctor gave me good advice BUT after made me wait for about an hour because he was on a photo shoot, yes, a photo shoot that interrupt my appt. And also, after all of that, when finally was my time, he answered a call in the middle of our chat.
Not professional
September 28, 2015Sebastian V.Verified patient
Old school doctor (I hope he never retires) who answered all of my questions and went over my X-Rays of chronic conditions (knees and lower back). Recommended exercises, supportive braces, and lastly meds. Physical exam was superlative (very meticulous). Look forward to seeing him in a month.
September 18, 2015Initials hidden
very skilled doctor and gave me good feed back
June 9, 2015Bassam K.Verified patient
Always several hours late. Not very thorough or helpful in exams. Basically just only gives basic info, and facilitates requests that you need if you continuously push for it (referrals, authorizations, medication) otherwise its falls through the cracks
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
My visit to Dr. EL-Dakkak, MD was a pleasant experience, from the beginning of my arrival to interacting with the front desk receptionist, radiologist technician and also my initial consultation with Dr El-Dakkak everyone there treated me in a kind & professional manner.
I would highly recommend ZOCDOC to friends and relatives.
February 11, 2015Dorothy J.Verified patient
Very pleasent staff
February 4, 2015Calvina J.Verified patient
A really great professional; a very nice demeanor and gave as much time and attention as needed. The office is quality. The staff are superb too. Very helpful and friendly considering the stressful situations patients can be under. I absolutely recommend this Doctor!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr.El-Dakkak was wonderful, kind, attentive, and seemingly well informed. Waited for 1.5 hours... This seems to be a common denominator in many of the reviews. If you have time to kill, bring a book and wait it out. However as someone with not a lot of free time, waiting at doctors office isn't my ideal way to spend it.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I worked with Dr. El-Dakkak and watched not only how quickly his patients recovered but how gentle and kind he was in understanding each of them as individuals. So when I developed a problem with my knee he was the orthopedist I chose to handle y case.
He takes as much time as you need and explains everything at your level of understanding. His office is comfortable, he has X-ray facilities on site. Finally, all his staff are wonderful. I highly recommend Dr. El-Dakkak.
December 15, 2014Cecelia Z.Verified patient
The doctor was personable and listened to my concerns although he didn't prescribe treatment.
I could have stayed home for the time I wasted on the roundtrip visit.
I was looking for a hands-on, interactive specialist, and he seemed only to humor me on my first visit.
My second/follow-up visit followed a similar path. I left without preventative care and had to request pain medication which might have factored into his care.
December 15, 2014Kendall W.Verified patient
i really like dr el-dakkak he is a good doctor
September 10, 2014Tawana P.Verified patient
Dr. is a thorough and caring professional. He is conservative in his treatment and always has the patient's consideration above everything else. I've worked with him professionally and always found him to have the highest standards and delivery of quality.
CZ
July 14, 2014Cecelia Z.Verified patient
He was efficient
August 12, 2014Initials hidden
I made an appointment for 3:25pm and when I got to the office I found out from the secretary that they are an hour behind!! I was waiting for an hour and 45 minutes for my appointment!! it was ridiculous and unacceptable! they should have at least call me and let me know that they were behind so I know not to waste my time waiting! I would never ever go there again!!!
September 5, 2014Maya K.Verified patient
Excellent service and quick!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Excellent ........highly recommended
January 7, 2014Donald S.Verified patient
Dr. El-Dakkak seemed knowledgable, has great bedside manner and his staff is very welcoming. There was short wait time, and i was notified that all payments be via cash or check. I have a follow up in a few weeks but overall they provided had a great first impression.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
The visit was good as always. Using the Zoc Doc booking and "online check-in" helped things go smoothly. All I had to do was wait for my turn.
June 6, 2013Initials hidden
Nice doctor.
December 3, 2012Erica S.Verified patient
Dr. El-Dakkak was receptive and gentle. He spent ample time with me and answered all of my questions. There was some wait from my scheduled appointment time, approximately forty minutes. However, it was a fulfilling visit.
April 1, 2013Initials hidden
Productive
March 18, 2013Cassandra M.Verified patient
The staff was very professional and kind, I like the environment of the office, clean and high end.
The doctor answered all my questions clearly and he was friendly.
He's an excellent orthopedic Surgeon, I highly recommend him.
Thank you for the great help!
February 21, 2013Dalia A.Verified patient
Very long wait, not much help.
June 19, 2013Initials hidden
The wait is really crazy. The waiting room is full to beyond capacity. I noticed a patient yelling because of the wait, at the receptionist. There is a sign stating there is wifi, but there is no password given for wifi. (Would have helped the over two hour wait to use that)
When I sat in the exam room, the receptionist walked in and was using the computer in there. Then she sprayed a lot of very stinky air freshener. I found it hard to breathe, and felt like she thought I smelled or something.
That said, the doctor is very sweet and nice. He really is. He shook my hand goodbye though, before I understood my treatment at home for a broken bone.
I have limited options due to my insurance. I do not look forward to returning for more waiting!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
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Which hospital is Dr. Mohammed El Dakkak affiliated with?
Dr. Mohammed El Dakkak is affiliated with Interfaith Medical Center.
What practice does Dr. Mohammed El Dakkak work with?
Dr. Mohammed El Dakkak works with Mohammed Selim El-Dakkak, MD.
Where is Dr. Mohammed El Dakkak's office located?
Dr. Mohammed El Dakkak has 3 office locations, including in New York and Brooklyn, view full addresses on Dr. El Dakkak's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Mohammed El Dakkak?
Dr. Mohammed El Dakkak frequently sees patients for Back Problems, Hand Problems, Knee Problems, Orthopedic Consultation, and Sports Injury. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Mohammed El Dakkak on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Mohammed El Dakkak speak?
Dr. Mohammed El Dakkak speaks English, Spanish, and Arabic.
How do patients rate Dr. Mohammed El Dakkak in reviews?
117 patients have reviewed Dr. Mohammed El Dakkak. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.19/5. They have a 4.37/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.3/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.