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Testimonials
 
E. Cerney, New Jersey
"I learned there are urologists who perform the operation hundreds of times a year; that the operation can be done with very small incisions, within the body itself, employing optical fiber technology..."
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S Taha, M.D., New Jersey
"I thank god for detecting my tumor early and thank him again for sending Dr. Samadi to perform Robotic Prostatectomy"
more...
P. Fisher Maplewood, New Jersey
The results of the surgery were astonishing, and after an amazingly short healing process, I had none of the incontinence or impotence that, unfortunately, is too often side effects of old-fashioned surgery...
more...
Wayne Z.
...the operation went exactly as you said it would, and I went home the very next day...
more...
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PATIENT TESTIMONIALS
To date, Dr. Samadi has performed over 1350 Robotic Prostatectomies. Below are only some of the success stories of his patients. Visit our Forum to meet more people or share your own experience.
 
 
Ian R, Toronto, Canada

Just over a year ago on December 22, 2008 I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. I met with Dr. Samadi in New York on a recommendation from a close friend. The interview was a decisive turning point in my fortunes.

 
Stepan S. , Russia, Moscow
  Best in this area, a “Leonardo of our time,” an outstanding human being and a true expert in the field of urologic oncology and robotic surgery - Dr. David Samadi.

 
Alex W, Israel
The surgery was a lifesaver for my wife. Out of hospital in 24 hours, lost the catheter after six days. I was uncomfortable for a few days, but was dry at night after a week! Don't even think about it anymore. 6 weeks post surgery my PSA is 00!! I got my life and my life quality back!
 
Elir
 
A. Bartoc, Romania
 “On post-op day 10, my father went to the US Tennis Open by himself and on day 12, he took a transatlantic flight home to Romania. One and two months after surgery, his PSA was 0..”
 
M.M. Stefanos, Alexandria, Egypt

  "Dear Dr. Samadi, No words could express my gratitude for this successful operation, in which I came out cured, relived without any pain.  This robotic operation was a success because YOU were behind it."

 
Dr. M. Ritch, Kingston, Jamaica, West Indies
 "By submitting this information, I write not only to compliment you and your wonderful staff, but also to advise patients with prostate cancer, from my region, the Caribbean, of the benefits of robotic prostatectomy".
 
A. Tuya, Peru
"Personalmente recomiendo la “Prostatectomía Radical Laparoscópica Robotica Asistida” que ofrece muchas ventajas en comparación con la cirugía abierta. Que mejor garantía si es realizada por el Dr. David B. Samadi, quien cuenta con muchos años de experiencia y el reconocimiento internacional en la aplicación de este tipo de tecnología.
 
T. Carter, Oslo, Norway
"I was lucky to find Dr. David Samadi: a patient, caring, gifted healer who surpassed all my expectations. He has earned my deepest respect and gratitude, and I recommend him unconditionally..."
 
J. Barrie, Moscow, Russian Federation
 "When I chose Dr. Samadi to do my surgery, it was both as a result of personal recommendations and the fact that he had performed over 900 of these procedures and had mastered them."
 
Mark E. Russia
I was discharged from the hospital the day after surgery and my catheter was removed in four days. A month and a half after the surgery, I took a two week car trip to Canada by myself. Two years after the surgery I married a wonderful woman and we are living a happy life together...
 
Avi S, Israel
 
V. Sanchez, Spain
My story is surely the same as hundreds of patients that have gone before me, and hundreds more than will come after me. I feel, however, an uncontrollable desire to tell this story, hoping it helps someone who is in the same situation that I was and that they find it inspirational enough to make a decision that will help them feel reborn to a newer and fuller life.
 
T. Civetta, Italy
 Posso dire che è stata una storia a lieto fine. Grazie di nuovo Dottor Samadi per aver dato luce alla mia vita.
 
Κ. β., Greece, Athens
Υγιης πλεον συνεχιζω ολες τις δραστηριοτητες μου.Εγω,η συζυγος μου και τα παιδια μας,σας ευγνωμονουμε.Σας ΕΥΧΑΡΙΣΤΩ πολυ-πολυ,εσας και ολους τους εξαιρετικους συνεργατες σας. Σας ενημερωνω επισης, οτι στις 11 Φεβρουαριου 2010 εκανα και το δευτερο Τest P.S.A.:0,02 ng/ml, Free P.S.A.:0,01 ng/ml...
 
Barry
I am a retired high school music teacher and professional musician.  Last week approximately 5 weeks after my surgery I returned to my music, and once again began playing the saxophone, clarinet, flute and piano without any discomfort.
 
Andrew L. , New York
While everyone’s choice of treatment should and will be different, I know by my outcome and recovery as well as my Dad, that choosing the Samadi Team and Mount Sinai Medical Center  as my hospital choice, was the right decision.
 
Michael O
You are a rare individual…..I have traveled the world and have met thousands of people and am blessed to have many great friends and family from all walks of life, intellect, spirituality, leadership qualities and genuine nice and caring people.
 
Joe G
I put my life, and my quality of life in the hands of the best surgeon I could find, DR. David Samadi.  My surgery was October 19th, 2009. I was walking around a few hours after surgery. I went home the next day.
 
J.W.W.
Dr. Samadi made it very clear as to his vision of me being cancer free and at the same time he considers quality of life as being extremely important. He portrayed these feelings with a real sense of commitment and confidence. I felt as if he directly spoke to me in a confident and understanding manner.
 
B. Owen, New York
“NO ONE HAS TO DIE OF PROSTATE CANCER EVER AGAIN! The hospital and Dr. David Samadi are the BEST! They saved my life with no pain, no strain. They can do the same for you!
 
Bob B. New Milford
Thanks to Dr. David Samadi and the staff at Mt. Sinai Hospital for giving me my life back.
 
A.B., New York
"Please know that your actions are saving lives and making the world a better place.  You are truly an inspiration to me, my family and many others."
 
D. Cuddy, New York
"My 30 day PSA came back as 0 which was great. I feel very fortunate to have adequate health coverage, access to a great physician like Dr. Samadi, and such a loving partner, family and friends who have supported me"
 
A. K, New York
I am aware of the fact that it takes a extraordinarily rare surgeon to be the master of Robotic Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy.  I watched the video released by the Henri Mondor hospital before my surgery, and once again today. Although you make it seem easy to the patients and their families, your accomplishment is nearly superhuman.
 
B. Koenig
Again, on behalf of myself and my family, I just want to thank you for your compassion, capableness and concern during this difficult time. As a result of having had a Robotic Laparoscopic Prostatectomy I can now look forward to a long and cancer-free life.
 
D. Hamilton, Connecticut
"We interviewed 4 surgeons and 3 radiation oncologists, and decided on robotic surgery and Dr. Samadi. A urology oncologist with years of experience in open and laparoscopic prostatectomy surgery, Dr. Samadi’s extensive experience with robotic surgery made him our first choice."
 
D. Luvera, New Jersey
"You are the all around Doctor that together with your robotic surgery I will recommend without a doubt".
 
D. McGuire, Suffern, New York
"In full recognition of my panicked state his office made arrangements for my wife and I to meet with him that same day. We knew immediately we found who we were looking for..."
 
Moshe T., Islael

לפני זמן קצר, כחודשיים אחרי שעברתי כריתה רדיקלית של בלוטת הערמונית בשיטה הרובוטית, בביצוע ד" דיויד סמאדי, מביה"ח "מאונט סיני" בניו יורק, שאל אותי אחד מחברי הטובים: "היום, בראייה לאחור, האם היית מחליט לעשות אותו דבר? אותה פרוצדורה? אצל אותו רופא?" "בדיוק אותו דבר!" עניתי מיד וללא כל היסוס. לא הייתי צריך לחשוב אפילו שנייה.
 
Dr. K., New York
Thanks God for a physician and a human being like Dr. Samadi. He literally saved my life and gave me and my family a chance to enjoy our lives together to the fullest. Dr. Samadi is a physician I would recommend without reservation and a man for whom I would do anything.
 
E. Cerney, New Jersey
"I learned there are urologists who perform the operation hundreds of times a year; that the operation can be done with very small incisions, within the body itself, employing optical fiber technology..."
 
G. Aguirre, New York
"Just yesterday I got the results of my one month post surgery blood test, the PSA level is less than 0.1, thank you Dr. Samadi!"
 
G. Coulter
"Dr. Samadi has been there to answer any questions or concerns and everything that he told me about the procedure was true. I highly recommend him".
 
G. Polvere, New York
"I am truly grateful to Dr. Samadi. The path he took from the Middle East to America enabled me and many others to have the opportunity to be helped by this caring man. A man I now call a friend. I will take a PSA in the end of May. I am confident the result will be OK just as Dr. Samadi promised."
 
H. Lieb, Staten Island, New York
Your professionalism and skill are first class; your team great and the facility top notch. You are the “Leonardo” of the DaVinci Robotic prostatectomy. Thank you!
 
H. Silverman, MD, Connecticut
It is now more than a week post-op and all is well (including path reports). Once again, I thank Dr. Samadi and all at Mount Sinai for the opportunity to be cared for by the best.?
 
I. Khanin New York
"I am very grateful to Doctor Samadi, because he promised to do everything possible to cure me and bring me back to the way I was and he did just that. I’m back to normal and enjoying my life..."
 
J. Bardavid, New York
"I wanted to take the opportunity to thank you for the kindness and caring that you've shown my family and most importantly my father during this difficult time"
 
J. Kaelin New York
In March of 2006 I had robotic prostate surgery and was released from the hospital in 24 hours and had the catheter removed in 5 days. My PSA values have been below the detectable range for the entire year. At your hands it is the most painless and least invasive operation that a man can ever have.
 
J. Lucus, New York
“If you have been diagnosed with prostate cancer and need a world class professional to treat you, please call Dr. David Samadi. He is truly one of the best”!
 
J. Maddox, Los Angeles, California
"My PSA now is <0.1 which is undetectable. I thank Dr. Samadi not only for saving my life, but for making a very difficult situation bearable, and for being a friend".
 
J. N. Fauta, MA
My wife and I did extensive research and the name of Dr. David Samadi kept coming up as pioneer and leader in the field of robotic surgery. Dr. Samadi was everything that I had read and more, he was personable, compassionate and above all extremely professional.
 
M. Hoberman, MD, Pennsylvania
"...My choice of Dr. Samadi for the robotic surgery was without any doubt the best choice giving me the best outcome for this problem".
 
M. Murphy, New York
"My surgery consisted of arriving at the hospital on Monday morning, surgery shortly after and going home the next day. I could not believe how good I felt".
 
M. Teplitzky, New York
“I thank you for your many kindnesses and for my life”!
 
N. Riely, New York
"I was discharged from the hospital within 24 hours of being admitted and had my catheter removed in less than a week. I've had no obvious sign of blood loss since the surgery and no complications. Five days following the surgery, my wife and I were dancing at a wedding!"
 
P. Fisher Maplewood, New Jersey
The results of the surgery were astonishing, and after an amazingly short healing process, I had none of the incontinence or impotence that, unfortunately, is too often side effects of old-fashioned surgery...
 
R. Hamm, New York
"I am now a witness to the potential for change that digital technology can make in the medical industry in the hands of artists like Dr. Samadi.  The potential is Amazing!"
 
R. Peluso, New York
From the time I arrived at Mount Sinai for my operation until the time I left for home, about 26 hours later, I was treated efficiently, professionally, and compassionately by all I came in contact with...
 
R. Rubin, Nanuet, New York
"I have found Dr. Samadi and his operating room team to be the ultimate in professionalism. He is caring, listens well, is accessible and extraordinary in his surgical skills" .
 
R.K. New Jersey
"I would highly recommend Dr.Samadi to anyone dealing with prostate cancer".
 
Robert H.
You and you staff did a marvelous job. We are deeply grateful to you and your caring, dedicated staff as well to Mt. Sinai and its friendly, compassionate people. Thank you for everything.
 
Rosendo M. St. Louis, MO
Do not waste any time and go see Dr. Samadi.  He is the best Prostate Surgeon in the world.
 
S Taha, M.D., New Jersey
"I thank god for detecting my tumor early and thank him again for sending Dr. Samadi to perform Robotic Prostatectomy"
 
W. Bolasny
"I am very thankful for my success which I attribute to Dr. Samadi. My recommendation for the treatment of prostate cancer would be ROBOTIC PROSTATE SURGERY by experienced doctor such as Dr. David Samadi".
 
J. Milord New York
Aside from having a great facility with state of the art equipment, your staff has provided presidential suite like service to ensure that I was most comfortable before, during and after my surgery.
 
Steve S. New Jersey
Dr. Samadi is a unique person having reached the pinnacle of his profession, while at the same time treating all his patients with compassion as though they are members of his immediate family.
 
S. Shapiro
I cannot begin to tell you the reaction that I receive when I tell people that I was operated on just three weeks ago and what a remarkable surgeon you are.. I just want to reiterate how fabulous you staff is and how deeply indebted I am to you.
 
Wayne Z.
...the operation went exactly as you said it would, and I went home the very next day...
 
Alan H, Clifton, NJ
Words are not enough to express my heartfelt thanks to you and your staff for the successful outcome of my surgery. The compassion and care shown to me and my family by everyone made the journey through this most trying time much easier.
 
Robert R. New York City
It's been a month since my surgery and I am amazed how far I have progressed. I’ve experienced very few side effects and I’m feeling stronger every day.
 
S. Davis
Dr. Samadi’s team from check-in to check-out was superlative.  And Dr. Samadi’s record of personally conducted robotic procedures and success rates are beyond compare.
 
Louis S.
The operation went like clockwork and was successful. My stay at Mt. Sinai for a little over 24 hours went just as Dr. Samadi had explained at our first consultation .There were no surprises or unexpected incidents. The staff at Mt. Sinai were great. My post operative recovery is progressing well...
 
Anthony R
I had my surgery on January 21.Six weeks after my surgery Doctor Samadi once again checked my PSA count. Doctor Samadi and I were thrilled to discover that it was zero. My cancer was gone!
 
Dan C.
I was extremely fortunate that I was blessed with the best surgeon for the job, Dr. David Samadi. It was his experience as a surgeon, a top notch team of professionals, compassion for his patients, passion for his work and a humility that is rare among people of his stature. It was this that gave me the comfort to go forward.
 
Len F.
On Oct. 1, 2009, I was diagnosed with prostate cancer.  I had anticipated that the biopsy findings would be negative and I was rather shocked with this diagnosis.
 
John from New York
My urologist then referred me to Dr. David Samadi, Chief of Robotics and
Minimally Invasive Surgery at Mt. Sinai Hospital, specializing in urological
oncology, robotic surgery, and development of the Da Vinci technique. He had
performed over 1500 surgeries successfully.
 
Jacob G, Israel


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