I've waited to write this review because I wanted to address the lasting effects of my surgery. Like others, I was referred to Dr. Bassewitz by my primary care doctor. I had had lower back and leg pain for about 3 years. I had tried epidural injections (good for a few weeks to a year in my experience) and physical therapy. I was looking for a long term solution.
After consulting with Dr. Bassewitz, surgery was the recommended course of action. I had that surgery in February, 2012. The results are amazing!. My back and leg pain is gone. I've been able to do things that I hadn't done for several years.
As to the waiting complaints, I found the wait no different than that in other doctor's offices. Regarding the comments about Dr. Bassewitz' personality, I found him straight-forward and open. I wasn't looking for a buddy, I was looking for a top-notch surgeon who could help me with my medical issues...and Dr. Bassewitz is exactly what I was looking for!.