James Nathan Robinson, MD

Dr Robinson treated me for acute knee and foot injuries. He is an excellent communicator, diagnostician and his treatments are extremely successful. Compassionate and highly professional he is the best MD I have ever known.

Dr Robinson was rushed during my visit and quick to assess I have radial nerve syndrome (doesn’t feel that way). He wasn’t interested in answering questions. Everyone was surprised by this (PTs, recommending doctor, nerve doctor, and myself believe it’s severe tennis elbow w some golfers elbow) but I went ahead and did the nerve exam which was unsurprisingly negative. When I called Robinson after my nerve results he said he wants to inject my nerve even tho the test was negative and I don’t feel any nerve pain or have nerve symptoms! When I expressed confusion he told me to get ‘lost’ a third or fourth opinion and only wanted to inject my nerve (it’s also extremely rare to have radial nerve syndrome while tennis elbow is very common). He would not treat the tennis elbow which is obviously there because he said I can’t have shoulder pain (separate issue) and elbow pain simultaneously (not true). I said I thought they were 2 separate muscle/tendon issues. He is short/abrupt and egotistical end rude w me both interactions. He was recommended to me by another doctor but I will never go back to him.

Dr. Robinson and everyone supporting him in the HSS Brooklyn office was wonderful. I was seen quickly. Michael scanned me efficiently (and with kindness despite the terrible blue shorts), Ariel did intake, and after moments on the table, Dr. Robinson gave me a thorough explanation of my hip diagnosis, my limitations (I wish I recorded it.), and a path forward. It was very technical but he explained everything thoroughly in a way I could understand. I told a Shakira joke. It didn’t do well. I’m sure it is not the first time Dr. Robinson has heard “Hips don’t lie.”

Dr Robinson is amazing. He will take his time and listen to all your concerns. Extremely professional and knowledgeable. The entire office is the best. He is a great place to start if you have an injury or osteoarthritis.

What a wonderful Dr!!! He was pleasant and explained everything to me and answered all my questions. He administered a cortisone shot with gentle hands and made me feel so comfortable. I would recommend very highly for any orthopedic care.