Michael J Hartman

This Doctor did a surgery on my back 6 years ago. I haven’t been able to work since and I have gotten worse through these years. He leaves people in pain and doesn’t care if their future but he gets his money from the insurance! I hope he suffers as he has left myself and others!!!

This doctor will let you suffer in excruciating pain and offer nothing to make it better. I suppose the big money is made off surgeries. Can you imagine going through surgery with nothing to relieve the pain?

This man made a lot of money to disable me for life. My whole life has changed for the worse. Wouldn't recommend him to suture a wound, let alone operate on your spine.

My family doctor called me to tell me needed surgery. He even made the case high priority. Saw Dr. Hartman right away. Staff was rude, not just one person but all of them. Made me feel like it was a bother they had to work. Doctor was down right mean and short tempered. Take some asprin and go back to work. Please do not waste your time or money! Find a REAL doctor who wants to be a doctor.

I would not recommend Dr Hartman for any reason. I was concerned about his attitude from the start, expounding on his 19 years (at the time) of successful surgeries. He didn't listen to my questions or concerns, he pat response was "you'll be fine". I went ahead with the cervical fusion hoping he was a better surgeon than his bedside manor suggested and I thought I had no options. When I first started having issues post op his response was "its above or below what I did". I am nearly two years out and suffer every day with headaches and pain, a doctor who is trying to help correct this has mentioned excessive manipulation during surgery....... Find a surgeon who is less full of himself and will listen, you have to live with the outcome.

This man implanted hardware that was contraindicated (do not use if...) by my pre-existing condition of which he was made aware of pre-op. He didn't even bother to tell me of the risk/conflict or give thought as to why it was listed by the manufacturer as "not to use because the risks clearly outweigh any potential benefit." Result: Failed fusion, another surgery performed by a neurosurgeon. Even my insurance said, "Do not let Dr. Hartman cut on you again." That has to say something... All I will say is, "Shame on you Dr. Hartman!!"

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Nobody deserves to be talked to the way I heard this doctor talking to a patient. Completely unacceptable.

Dr. Hartman is a very good doctor and surgeon. He is very honest and up front with the type of procedure he plans to perform. I have been very pleased with the results of my surgery!

Dr. Hartman and his office are very kind and informative I was very hesitant to have my surgery and wasn't sure who to go with. Doc answered all my questions and concerns. They made me feel very comfortable and confident in my decision. While in hospital to recover Dr. hartman came in every morning to see how I was doing. I'm still in recovery but so far im great. Dr. Hartman and his office are very kind and informative I was very hesitant to have my surgery and wasn't sure who to go with. Doc answered all my questions and concerns. They made me feel very comfortable and confident in my decision. … More

Dr. Hartman performed an outstanding job. I am very pleased.

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The worst surgeon ever I sure hope karma gets him good .Does a surgery then leaves country his patient is in severe pain and he could care less who does that HE DOES

I felt as tho I was a drug addict...I've had ups and downs with lupus..migraines day after day...but my Dr..Alred Shloetke knows...before just dismiss some lessons from Dr Fred would be good for you... AND BY THE WAY ITS IN ALL MY CHARTS I can do steroiyours truly....Traci Knowles

I went in to ER for a spinal staph infection. They drained and treated it. Next thing I know Dr. Hartman says I need a spinal fusion even though I've never had any back issues previously. I have since spoken to others who had spinal staph that only needed drained and antibiotics. I'm not 100% convinced the procedure was necessary. After Hartman's proclaimed recovery period, I still have a lot of pain moving from a reclined or vertical position. It is hard to sleep at night. Hartman states he does not have all the answers when I brought my issues up. My real big issue with him and his practice is that long story short I was denied my short term disability claim 5 weeks early because of his poor documentation of my condition. His staff was very rude about any attempt I made to get the issue resolved. So if you want to be paid disability while you recover, go elsewhere! I went in to ER for a spinal staph infection. They drained and treated it. Next thing I know Dr. Hartman says I need a spinal fusion even though I've never had any back issues previously. I have since spoken to others who had spinal staph … More

Started out ok but if you have any questions that might seem like you are questioning the doctor he does not like that or at least that is the feeling i got. unorganized in getting back with you . Have been waiting for a call back for an injection never got one so i called today one week later and still no answer they still have to talk to doctor. Started out ok but if you have any questions that might seem like you are questioning the doctor he does not like that or at least that is the feeling i got. unorganized in getting back with you . Have been waiting for a call back for an … More

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Dr Hartman did a spinal fusion on me in 2000 and saved my life after a car accident. He told me the more active I was after healing would help prolong the next sx needed..he told me to expect to need another sx in about 10 yrs and 18 yrs later I'm still functioning actively . I will be needing sx I the future and wish my insurance covered him but I moved away years ago!! I love this Dr and am thankful for his beautiful work and all the good years he gave me while raising my wonderful babies:)

Hartman did my spinal fusion. After recovery I still have a lot of pain moving from a reclined or vertical position. Hartman states he does not have all the answers when brought up. My real big issue with him and his practice is that long story short I was denied my short term disability claim 5 weeks early because of his poor documentation of my condition. His staff was very rude about any attempt I made to get the issue resolved. So if you want to be paid STD while you recover, go elsewhere!

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Dr. Hartman did my spine fusion almost 2 years ago.. It is so good to be out of pain, and to be able to stand straight again. He is a very kind and gentle Dr. who really will care about you in all areas of your surgery and rehab. I would recommend Dr. Hartman to everyone.

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Dr. Hartman only wanted the best for me and did everything the right way. He was always straight forward and and made sure that my stay at Goshen hospital was nothing but perfect. After receiving surgery from him, my pain vanished. Amazing doctor.

Our family unfortunately has bad backs. Six years ago my husband who was then 34 had his L3,4,5 fused. He also did our 16 year olds L4,5,S1 fusion surgery two years ago. He did an amazing job. I would not take anyone in our family to anyone else.

I went to Dr. Hartman with lower back pain that was diagnosed by other doctors as 3 herniated discs with which he agreed. I had the injections, therapy, etc. none of which helped. He said a spinal fusion was the last resort. He did the surgery and the healing process was not like he described early on. Much more painful. Over a year later I am still hurting 24/7 and can't stand or walk for more than 10 minutes. I am NOT a satisfied patient and would NOT recommend this doctor.

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