Phillip Fleshner MD

It was tough trying to decide how many stars to give. Dr. Fleshner saved my daughters life so I am very thankful to him. I asked her GI (the fabulous Marla Dubinsky) who should we see for my daughters severe UC and she said without a doubt, Dr. Fleshner. We first saw him while my daughter was hospitalized at Cedars-​Sinai and he recommended surgery, soon. We booked the first of 3 surgeries within a week. Unfortunately we were not told that Dr. Fleshner does not take our insurance. I mean who doesn’t take Blue Cross PPO? I was told we had to pay cash for the surgery AFTER she had surgery! I panicked! And she still needed 2 more surgeries! We ended up paying Dr. Fleshner just shy of $ 30,000 since he only takes a handful of insurances, BlueCross not being one of them. This is a lot of money to come up with especially when we were taking time off work to be with our child. But Dr. Fleshner is worth it, just be sure to inquire about if he takes your insurance before you see him so you can be prepared. My daughter had complications after surgery (her incision wasn’t healing, it opened up and didn’t close for months and the sutures that were supposed to dissolve made their way through her bowel and out her incision, causing the incision to re-​open over and over) which Dr. Fleshner didn’t take very seriously and seemed to blow off. I had to take her to a wound care specialist on my own. Also every office appointment we had was rushed and he was always trying to leave the room. I finally started standing in front of the door to block his escape until he answered my questions (and there weren’t many). But, in the end, he is a brilliant surgeon and I would not hesitate to refer anyone to him.

Dr. Fleshner is my superhero! He’s an amazing surgeon and he IS the best of the best. My GI specialist said that he would trust Dr. Fleshner with his life, then he referred me to him. He literally has saved my life. He’s funny, witty, kind, and is very wise.

I have only good things to say about Dr. Fleshner and his office staff. He is, perhaps, the best on his field. When my GI told me that I needed surgery and I asked him which surgeon I should go to, he told me, only to the best, and he was serious, he sent me to Dr. Fleshner and for that I am forever grateful. He is a fun doctor too! Given the circumstances that take you to see a doctor of his kind, nothing like dealing with someone that can make you laugh. I have no doubts about the fact that my health is in the best hands. He is a busy professional, of course, and that’s a good thing, he is so involved in investigations to find better ways to treat the conditions of his patients and teaching other fellows, point is, he knows what he is working with, up to date on his field and oh! I will be forever greatful for the smallest and almost invisible insicion. Rest assure that if you need his services, you will be in the best hands.

LIFESAVER! Helpful and sweet staff too!

Worst doctor to go see… if you want to wait 45 minutes and get billed for a 5 minute visit please go ahead. Not only that the secretary karen is probably to rudest person i have ever met.
i was admitted to cedars sinai and he decided to come see me in my room against my consent and subsequently got billed without my permission in excess of $ 1000
STAY AWAY

Six years ago Dr. fleshner removed my entire large colon as I was close to having CA. Three surgeries to create pouch. He was out of network which cost a lot of money but he is the very best and saved my life. His entire office staff is wonderful. I thank God for him and them every day.

The front desk woman may seem a little intimidating. BUT she is so sweet and helpful. Very informative and clarified a lot of insurance and policy questions I had.
Once inside the exam room, the nurse asked some questions and I, having never been to a colon doctor, had problems answering a few of the questions.
Dr. Fleshner– At first I thought he was short and rushing… BUT I realized he was just shy. He answered all my questions. He was very knowledgable.
Surgeon scheduler was nice. I do wish that she gave me a little more info. prior to my procedure; such as parking at the Surgical center on Wilshire was $ 14 max and they validate for up to 2 hours. And it would have been very helpful to know that I had to pay my 10% co-​pay for the facility on the day of the surgery (I didn’t bring my credit cards). But awesome is she gave me an amazing prescription to the prep with coupon.
Colonoscopy day I was flustered because of the Surgical Facility run around. But it worked out. I requested not to be put on sedation. I was VERY happy that Dr. Fleshner did not force me to be sedated. During the procedure he was very informative and was fun to talk to. I was comfortable. And since I was lucid and awake I was very very pleased that he made sure I was not hurting as the camera worked it’s way into and out of my bowel. He made this uncomfortable procedure comfortable. Definitely a doctor I trust and feel comfortable with. I also agree that he makes joke and is a funny guy once he gets acquainted with you. He has good bedside manners and values privacy. Just remember, he is quiet at first and warm up.

Dr Fleshner is great. Very knowledgable and most importantly makes you feel comfortable in an uncomfortable situation. Can’t say enough good things about him. Most importantly he keeps the pain away.

This man is in an amazing doctor, he really takes time to explain each and every procedure that he is about to start, and really goes out of his way to make you feel comfortable. I really want to thank you so much for everything that you do you are truly a life saver!

Saw him in march and now receiving out of control bill! Called to speak with them, phone was busy most of an hour and when I got through was yelled at about it! Dr seemed nice when I saw him for less then five minutes! I was planning to schedule a procedure with him Not anymore.
I DO HAVE INSURANCE THEY SAID IT WAS NOT ENOUGH!

Dr. Fleshner is the best! Thank you for doing what you do! The Dr. and his staff are very good at making you feel like everything is going to be all right. He has a fantastic sense of humor and truly cares about the outcome of his patients. He will give you your life back if you suffer from UC.

Busy but well run office. This doctor knows his stuff and takes good care of you, always telling you exactly what he is doing. Has a fantastic sense of humor and is easy to talk to. Top-​notch.