Montclair Pediatrics

As a 6 month pregnant woman starting my search here for a pediatrician here, I was really disappointed with judgement and condescension that I received from one of the doctors in the practice, Dr. Paisner. I went in to speak with Dr Rigtrup, who I have heard good things about, but then had the unfortunate luck of meeting his babbling and unpleasant partner. He was incredibly rude and arrogant, making so many assumptions about me in this 20 minute talk. He indicated that it was below him to be asked questions about the practice, and that I had wasted his time, but when I asked if the group provided any information about the practice on a website, like an FAQ page, he said no. He also acknowledged that he was short with me and that he spoke over me on numerous occasion so probably I wouldn't be a good fit. I agree.

This is a great practice. Knowledgeable caring doctors. We have never been turned away, and can always get appointments. Doctors call back when you leave a message on nights/weekends at all hours of the night. Wouldn't change a thing about any of the 3 doctors.

We have been satisfied with Drs. Rigtrup and Hung but we almost always get Paisner, probably because most people request Rigtrup and Hung, and he is a boor. I guess he is a competent diagnostician but he is an arrogant unpleasant man with poor communication skills. I would trust him for basic complaints, colds,
chicken pox, ear infections etc. but if my child had any chronic problems I would insist on seeing either the other doctors or find a different practice.