Joshua Menendez, M.D.

Great Neurosurgeon! Very personable and answers all quesitons

Very good explaining what to expect before the operation. The following morning he was in my hospital room really early to check on me. Great Surgeon

Love him. He is professional and talks to you so you can understand it. Would recommend him to anybody. Thank him for being the person and doctor he is.

Great doctor/surgeon. Listens to his patients.

Great doctor!

I would highly recommend him to anyone.

Listened, patient, spoke well and professional.

He was very thorough and he is a kind and caring. My sister in law and I were impressed with him. she is thinking about switching to him.

Love my Doc! Thanks God for a doctor willing to help me!

I was treated professionally and with care.

The scheduling, and wait time to see the doctor detract from the doctor rating.

He helped me out so much I can now walk with no pain. This Dr. rates more than 5*'s he rates 20*'s in my book!!!!

Good common sense explanations to my issues.

Super nice and very concerned about your health

DR. MENENDEZ IS AN AWESOME, PERSOIABLE AND CONCERNED DOCTOR THAT I AM GLAD I GOT THE PLEASURE TO ME

Excellent surgeon, attentive.

Great

Caring and compassionate. Took all the time I needed to have my questions answered. I am very happy with my initial visit.

I like the fact that Dr M explains in detail what is necessary to improve your condition.

I’m screwed because my body is held together with foreign objects, he is a great mechanic and doctor

Good honest Dr,

I found Dr. Menendez to be engaging, interested, concerned, thoughtful and decisive. All ingredients I would look for in a doctor, especially a surgeon. And his decision was based on me and not just another surgery for him. I would highly recommend him.

Explain everything i needed to know about my back problem and what to do as time continues.

Dr Menendez is a very caring and friendly Dr willing to take time to make you feel comfortable and sharing any information you want to know.

After I had my first consultation with Dr. Menendez, I felt complete confidence in him. He is not one to automatically want to do surgery without it being absolutely necessary, looking at all alternative treatments..

Knowledgeable and caring. He made a point of assuring that understood what he was saying.

I could not be happier. He always explained things thoroughly. Always answered my questions. And of the results were just like he said they would be if he did his job and I did mine. Thank you so very much Dr. Melendez!

Need to give diagnosis and go over options in exam room instead of in the hall. I felt extremely uncomfortable getting bad news out where other people were standing and working.

Through, informative, personable and makes the patient feel they are in the best of hands !! I love this doctor and his God given skills.

Very friendly and nice young doctor . Explained things well . I would give him a 10 .

Dr. Menendez is outstanding. His professionalism and bed side manner is second to none.

A real miracle worker!

Dr. Menendez takes his time with each patient he's very thorough and will let you know the whole procedure before and after that's all you get big man

Great as always

Great doctor

Really enjoyed meeting Dr Melendez He has great manner

Dr. Menendez is one of the kindest and most caring doctors I know. He genuinely cares about his patients as well as a very skilled surgeon.

The man is very easy to talk to and I leave feeling well informed about my situation, Great young man. Well educated. Glad I found him

Great bedside manner He invokes total confidence And seems like a nice man I trust his opinion on which way to proceed with treatment

Very professional

Excellent

Very good explanation of my diagonisis. Took the time to make sure I understood the procedure. Actually took time to listen to my concerns and answered each question. Wonderful experience.

I love Dr. Menendez. He’s an awesome surgeon and has the best bedside manner of any doctor I’ve ever had.

Did not rush. Explained nicely. Very personable.

He has been a great in helping me understand my injury and wonderful bed side manners! I trust him and that means everything!

He is a great doctor !!!! And a very caring doctor. My wife said that I was very fortunate to have had such a great doctor. God’s has truly given him a special gift and I pray that God will continue to bless him and the entire staff.

Very caring, compassionate and great personality. Very good Surgeon.

Explained and spent time with us to best help our situation. Felt he was thorough and concerned. A very caring person as well as doctor

Good listener. Answers questions. Explains well. Very nice

Always explains well.

Very nice young man. Answered all my questions. I will definitely go back to see Dr. Menendez.

The greatest!

He is a caring and very compassionate doctor. Can be rare these days.

Dr Menedez is awesome, really listens to you and is an excellent surgeon. Would highly recommend!

Awesome Dr.

Very to the point and has an excellent bed side manner. Easy to talk to and talks on your level. A very professional but down to earth type guy.

Excellent communicator and very prompt

He was straight to the point.

The Best!

1st office visit

Excellent and informational visit.

An exceptional Neurosurgical MD. I read more horror tales about the same surgery I had on 12 Jul 2019 and today 6 Nov 2019 I was told to "go out and enjoy life return to normal activities." Lumbar Fusion of L4&5 and I had NO PAIN, did my exercises, ate healthy and I'm back in the game 6 days short of 4 months from surgery. Much thanks to my doctor/surgeon Dr. Menendez. St. Vincent's Hospital is wonderful to their patients. Thank you

Always takes good care of me. Uses good judgment.

I have great confidence in Dr. Menendez and his staff. Also, they are friendly and

Approachable and intelligent. Good explanations and illustrative analogies.

Courteous and starts at easy solve to hard solve.

Excellent Doctor in every way. I highly recommend Dr. Menendez !

Genuinely focused; a good listener; Explains and clarifies further. Positive but realistic. One step at a time approach to treatment.

Dr Menendez did an awesome job on my lower back fusion surgery.

Apologized for making me wait for over an hour. Explained my problem & talked about Solutions. Spoke to me not at me with simple terms & comparison.

Excellent doctor. Great personality and bed side manners

Concise and to the point!

He fixed my back to where I can get around more than I have in the past 30 yrs. This Dr. is a 10 star in his profession!!!

Very difficult to give this rating, waited for over 2.5 hrs. for appointment to have very indifferent meeting with this doctor. Does not show any really interest or concern.

Great doc. Did surgery on my neck and everything came out perfect.

Excellent doctor

My spine surgery went well and I am so much better. My incision healed quickly and I had very little pain after the first 3 or 4 days.

Went there in pain and left with pain. The Doctor did not seem interested addressing my pain right then, only in cutting on me in my back...Surgery. I thought a doctor would consider every possible alternative with surgery being the last result. Who wants to go from leg pain to back and leg pain?

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Couldn't be more pleased with care I have been given. Excellent neurosurgical skill and bedside manner.

Excellent doctor. Very through and extremely knowledgeable.

He listens and is so easy to talk to!

Very thorough and caring!

The Dr. Explained to me the best procedure to handle my problem ... . In order to make my decision to proceed with surgery...I would like some information about the surgery...pro’s and cons ... on paper before I make a final decision ...

Very compassionate and was able to relay information to me so I was able to understand

Dr. Mendez did an amazing job on my Cervical neck surgery. I was pleased with the results and my scar is not visible unless I point it out. I have no pain now and the problem I had before surgery is no longer.

He’s straight forward.

Very clear explanation

Very Honest and Professional

I thought he was very great

I like Dr Menendez very much. Professional but caring. I heard a lot of good things about him before my surgery. Thank you Doc!

Love the man. He gave me my life back!

It was a pleasure to meet Dr. Menendez. A true profession. He explained everything to my husband in a way my husband could understand. Sometimes medical terminology can be difficult. My husband and I both felt good and comfortable with our visit

He was kind, listened to what I had to say then provided options. I found him trustworthy

He is very informative, He takes care of you from start to finish and He understands you.

This was my first visit n was so happy with him . Explained in detail the surgery I was going to have. Made me very at ease.

THE BEST EVER! I

Explained everything in detail and although eventually Dr Menendez said surgery was not the best option; I really appreciate his honesty. He could have performed surgery; made money; and left me in more pain. Highly recommend Dr Menendez!

Very friendly, direct, concise, informative, open to questions. Liked him a lot.

Skilled, professional and willing to answer questions or concerns.

Very lovely HONEST Man

very happy with my surgery

Very nice and explained my problem very well

I was very pleased with my visit! Very personable and took time with each patient

Positive thinking and he relates medical issues in a clear and simple dialogue. I trust him and lumbar fusion surgery was absolutely amazing. No Pain . He is exceptionally talented surgeon.

Thanks for explaining everything throughly.

Very courteous and knowledgeable about the medical determination explain all the aspects of the procedure as well as the risks

I like he was very nice and explained every thing to me really well

Very nice person and made me feel more at ease with my problem.

I felt like a dollar sign. Consultation was done in a hallway. Speedy diagnosis, no compassion. Non-surgical options were not offer or even discussed. Consultation was less than 3mins. I need a 2nd opinion. Left office, confused , scared & tears.

He was friendly, helpful, and fully explained the procedure facing me as well as the risk involved. I really appreciate his candor.

He’s definitely a people person as well as direct explaining your situation. Let’s you know what he’d suggest in a way you understand completely. I’m trusting him to provide my Mother pain relief to the best he can at her age

Let me know he cared. Was all that mattered. His knowledge & expertise went without saying.

Great!! Spends the time needed!

Great interaction with my Mom! Appreciate his communication style

My name is Alvin Lewis and I was extremely comfortable with Dr Menendez would very comfortable with whatever needs to be done thank for your time and patients

Very thorough. Simplified explanation, very relaxed.

Fantastic Doctor. Talented beyond words. Fused my lower back and I am now pain free.

He did a great job on my back surgery. No problems after my surgery. Never the took the first pain pills. The surgery took away all the pain.

He is knowledgeable and Experienced and also wants the best possible solution to your situation, Friendly and He gives you all of the answers for the questions you may have.

Very patient & professional!

Great bedside manner! Genuinely seemed to care about me and trying to find out what was wrong with me.

Very easy to talk to.

He's a great doctor

Excellent personality and very informative

He gave me my life back! I had lost hope in getting better.

First class did a great job in getting me out of pain

I love Dr Menendez. He is very personable and wants to help you feel better.

I was very impressed

Dr. Seemed extremely rushed and I left with many questions unanswered .

Took time and explained everthing and answered all my questions. His demeanor and knowledge gave me a great deal of confidence in the upcoming surgery.

My primary care physician referred me to Dr. Menendez after a very bad experience with an orthopaedic dr... Dr. Menendez, as well as his staff, has been most caring and responsive...

Great Doctor very caring answered all of my questions made me feel comfortable with my surgery !!!!

Doctor Menendez is a true gift from God . I’m so blessed he was my surgeon.

awesome dr takes his time!!!

Always so kind and reassuring. Takes the time to explain and is really wants to hear what you have to say.

Dr Menendez is very caring and a good listener to your problems. I rate him as excellent

Very good, answered all of my questions,

Never got to see Doctor. Waiting 45 minutes. Receptionist was very rude.

very personable, smart and great at explaining the problem and treatment options.

He is very to the point. He tells you like it is. He does not sugar coat anything.

He is awesome and returned my 72 year old body to almost new condition.

Always friendly and confident. Great doctor

Very professional, thorough and candid.

I was highly recommended to see Dr Menendez and I am very satisfied with his honesty and professionalism! I do believe I can trust his opinion for my second surgery on my neck! GOD lead his hands and thank you!

He did great job removing my cervical herniated disc.

Very informative and very professional! Explained my MRI and Options so that I could really make a good decision about treatment! Highly recommend! Thank you!

Very satisfied Feel like a new man

I feel informed and confident about procedure. We shall see.

Dr Menendez was very thorough he explained my procedure in a way I could understand. He gave me all the pros and cons of my surgery. He was kind and polite and he showed concern. He answered all my questions. I was very pleased with my visit.

Dr Mendez provided an action plan that is the same as we were seeking for some time from other Drs.

One of the Best Doctors I’ve ever seen!

He is very Polite. Great Doctor.

I love Dr. Menendez! He really cares. He explains things very well and answers all my questions

Love him. He's great!

Very personable and caring. Top notch surgeon.

Very nice. I was impressed with his kindness.

Displays excellent mannerisms; as well as trust and mutual understanding of my health issues and how to get back to my "high active/physical lifestyle." Effectively explained MRI and shows sincere concern and how to fix me.

Love Dr. Menendez. Very smart, caring and sweet man. I’m walking pain free with no side effects that could have happened thanks to his expertise.

Great Surgeon, explains everything that is going to happen.

Great bedside manner and an excellent surgeon!

Dr. Menendez was very knowledgeable and professional I’m happy that we were referred to him.

Dr. Menendez was wonderful. I am now pain free. Him and the staff Were professional and helpful.

Dr. Menendez is a very down to Earth physician! He knows his stuff and how to present it to you in a way that you will understand what he is talking about!

First time to meet him. Comforting and professional. I liked him. Nice man.

Was very impressed with Dr Menendez. He showed me the problems with my back while explaining in detail. Took plenty of time to explain. Could not ever get a call thru to his office. Personnel very friendly. Took 7 wks to see him. Exceptional doctor

Very personable

Dr Menendez is the greatest and most brilliant surgeon in Birmingham, AL!!! He did a Spinal Fusion on my lower back from an injury I received from a car accident. I can adamantly say he has helped improve my over all health and mobility!

Very Caring Doctor. Very Smart Doctor. I will recommend him to everyone.

Caring , friendly, took time ... Explained everything, answered questions .... concerned... I did not feel like I was a number

Will show you your MRI and explain what needs to be done.

Took time to explain things to me and was very informative.

He is just so friendly and outgoing. Answers all my questions and makes me feel so at ease. He is just the BEST!

Knows his stuff! Trust worthy, excellent bedside manner. Personable and spends enough time with you to answer all of your questions. I would recommend him to family, friends and acquaintances.

Great job on my L1-2 fusion!

He was very good to me. I'm impressed. Very professional.

Such a compassionate listener, as were the nurses! Thank you!

Dr Menendez is a caring and skilled Neurosurgeon.

Awesome!

Speaking with doctor Menendez I actually felt a sense of comfort that I haven't had for a very long time

Dr. Menendez is a skilled surgeon who gives great attention to detail when explaining diagnosis. It’s now 5 months post surgery (fused L2-L3-L4) and I am pain free. Without hesitation I recommend him to anyone who needs a neurosurgeon.

It was nice meeting and you Dr. Menendez. Thank you.

Top Notch Dr. He took time explaining my problems and how to address them. Excellent communication skills, you walk away feeling you can trust this man. I am thankful to have him caring for me.

Dr. Menendez listens to what you have to say. He provided me with a conservative approach. When surgery was required he did a great job.

very professional, caring, friendly and a pleasure to interact with. would recommend Dr. Menendez to any one.

Dr. Menendez’s explanation of my problems was understandable! He has terrific manners and was very thorough with what and why and how long my recovery process would take! I am so glad I found him through much prayers!!

So appreciative of this surgeon’s approach. He advised me against surgery unless things changed in the future.

Very friendly, very honest in his assessment of the situation and he wanted to go home to talk and pray about it, a big plus in my book, would highly recommend him

Very pleasant and upbeat. Totally impressed. Thank goodness no surg for now

It looks like Dr. Melendez felt that he needed to save some one life. Good for him. Had to put off my appointment a couple of days.

He was very attentive in my concerns, very friendly and made me feel at ease.

He was awesome! Explained everything from procedure to recovery to rehab. Was very concerned about relieving my pain as soon as possible but assured me that nothing would be rushed or haphazardly done. He was one of the best doctors Ive seen.

Excellent

DR. MENENDEZ IS A KIND, COMPASSIONATE, CARING DOCTOR. ALWAYS WILLING TO LISTEN AND ANSWERS WHATEVER QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE.

Wonderful

Very kind and understanding. Interesting person, makes your mind challenged to delve into the real person.

Took the time to carefully explain my condition and potential treatments.

Explained in detail and took plenty of time.

very informative and honest, took lots of time with me

Very good doctor. Explains procedures very thoroughly.

Dr. Menendez had been called away for an emergency. The staff alerted us so we knew what was happening. At some doctor offices you feel as if you have been forgotten! Dr. Menendez was apologetic even though it was out of his control.

I appreciated that he did not "hurry" me and went over my case in detail.

He is great. Listens carefully to everything I say and has such a kind and gentle manner. Also, he is so intelligent. He has taken such good care of me since performed my surgery.

Professional and very personable in answering questions, explaining, and encouraging.

He is the best I am 73 years old I have had back pain sent I was 27 . I had surgery on June 7th 2018 .about 99% of my back pain is gone

i really enjoyed my sesion he reall knows his business and helped me with my pain.

Comfortable and enjoyable initial meeting. Answered all my questions. Gave all pros and cons of surgery.

He gave me my life back. Moving great after back surgery. I will not go any where but to Dr Menendez.

Dr. Menendez is very patient and always ready to listen. I would recommend to any friends who need a neurosurgeon.

wonderful bed side manner, explains things clearly, genuinely wants to help his patients.

Caring and walked me through every single step of the process

Fantastic Dr.

Dr. Menendez is awesome! 3 was post op from a TLIF and I feel great... Dr. Menendez takes the time to listen to you and answer your questions. Highly recommend him!

Dr. Menendez took the time to explain why I am having this problem and answered all of my questions.

very good Dr.

Dr. Mendez is very professional and caring for his patients we really like his opinions and attitude

I feel very good about his advice and plan to fix my problem.

Very caring and intelligent dr. He takes time to explain everything he plans to do in your case. Great bedside manner.

Excellent

amazing doctor!!!! He does miracles and gets you your life back!!!!

I had back surgery performed by Dr. Joshua Menendez. I could not have asked for anyone to have done the surgery any better. The surgery was a success - no complications or pain. One of the easiest surgeries I have ever had done.

Was at my appointment at 1pm but was unable to see him. He was in surgery. I don't know why the scheduled me today. I have to work as well.

Love him!!!!

Very good at explaining the process and surgery .

Dr Menendez knew exactly what my problem was been to several and they said nothing was wrong with me I'm am so great full and am doing so well

Great physician!

Dr was very polite and showed MRI and explained issue. Time wise appointment was 1 hour 15 minutes before called back

Amazing! Very nice & personable.

Excellent

He took a lot of time explaining what he saw in the scans. Was very pleasant and listened to and answered our questions and concerns.

He was very nice. Even though I didn't require surgery. Thank you so much for being honest with me. I was told that this was my only option . Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas to you and your wonderful staff.

Very impressed- would visit again.

Very nice and took time to explain everything to me. I was well informed an felt like i knew more about my situation after talking with him,

very easy to talk to and explained everything in great detail - loved it!

I was very impressed with Dr. Menendez during our first meeting today. He was friendly, knowledgeable, honest about the risks related to my impending back surgery, and caring. I feel like I'm in good hands with him all the way. - Gary

Best doctor ever!!!

Thank the World of Dr.Menendez, thank God he placed him here at time he was.

What a blessing! Professional, personable,

Very pleased

Very nice and polite

Kind and caring. Spent time reviewing everything for me So appreciated.

Very friendly and thorough.

Very much impressed with DR. Mendez in every respect!

Exceptions, caring & professional doctor!

Fantastic Dr.!

Excellent Doctor- great bedside manner-took plenty of time to explain procedure with me and what to expect after .

Dr Menendez took the time to listen to my issues, answered all my questions and made a conservative recommendation about treatment.

Looking forward to Dr Memendez resolving my back problem.

He is a magician

DR. MENENDEZ IS NOT ONLY THE FINEST NEUROLOGICAL SURGEON I HAVE EVER COME ACROSS, BUT ALSO ONE OF THE FINEST HUMAN BEINGS. HIS CARE AND CONCERN FOR THE PATIENT AND THE PATIENT'S COMFORT IS UNSURPASSED!!! A TRULY GREAT MAN!!!!

Outstanding Dr. Very informative Kind and compassionate. Would highly recommend.

Dr. Menendez is a wonderful doctor! From the beginning to the end he always made me feel very comfortable and confident he could help me with my back injury. Iam now 3months out of surgery feeling still sore but amazing! Thank you Dr. Menendez! Pitts

Very knowledgeable. He explained surgery in detail and took all the time with me that I needed. I was very impressed. Can't wait to get it over with

Dr. Menendez is a very friendly, caring knowledgeable doctor, who takes the time to listen to your problems and tries to determine the best way to eliminate or manage your problem.

Explain some options for my situation with consideration of my overall health.

Knowledgeable very thorough about my concerns. He also show me the images and explained the choices I have.

very straight forward and personable.

Dr M is extremely attentive and informative

Wouldn’t go anywhere else. He changed my life!

Introduce3 himself as Josh Menendez. No arrogance. Responded to a 'follow up' hand written note. Says a great deal.

This was my first consultation. I was very impressed with his bedside manner. He did not rush me at all and took time with me to understand my concerns. I was very impressed with this entire operation. He was timely and professional.

He is such a kind, gentle man. Gives you his full attention. Treats with respect.

He is very polite and a great surgeon. He did a wonderful job on my back surgery. my pain has gone away.

Gave me back my life!!!

Although he has a very busy schedule, I am 100% glad that I chose Dr menendez. He is very competent and caring.

GREAT DOCTOR AND STAFF!

Very professional, yet caring and explained everything well. I would recommend him in a second.

Great surgeon!! Spends time talking with his patients. Would recommend highly!!

Very personable, very professional. He listened to my concerns and answered my questions without being condescending. He has a beautiful office and an excellent staff.

Great Dr / patient demeanor! Knowledgeable and through when explaining problems and issues. Would recommend him to other people!

Explained everything to us.

Good explanation of what he saw on the mri disc and the next steps to be taken to correct the issue. Very easy to talk to.

From beginning to end Dr. Menendez was amazing. I never had to wait long to see him. He was very thorough and my issues have been resolved with his 1 time procedure.

Great surgeon.

Dr. Menendez is very encouraging & thorough.

I thought he was very nice and Honest,, He felt at this time surgery wasn't needed ,, didn't seem to be a Doctor that just love to cut

Very good bedside manner. Takes plenty of time to discuss issues and explain things.

Dr. Menedez was very patient oriented. He was extremely knowledgeable and compassionate! It would have been helpful if he was less hurried in explaining the results of the MRI. He was helpful, but information was presented way too quickly.

Great bedside manner. Really enjoyed my visit today!

Dr. Menendez has CONSISTENTLY SHOWN THE UTMOST CARE AND CONCERN FOR NOT ONLY MYSELF, BUT COURTESY TO MY WIFE, AND THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE, CARE AND EXPERTISE. WE WILL TRUST NO OTHER. NONE FINER!!!! THANK YOU, DR. MENENDEZ!!!

Great experience. He took the time to show and explain the MRI. Would definitely recommend him to anyone.

Professional, efficient, excellent communicator ( eye contact) and listener. Two surgeries, both went as planned. No complaints, not one.

Compassionate, caring, and willing to take time to explain things. Would highly recommend. I have had 4 back surgeries with 4 surgeons and am getting ready to have number 5 and feel more comfortable with Dr. Menendez than I have with any of the others

Easy to talk to and very knowledgeable. We were impressed and very happy we found him.

Excellent Dr.

Very impressed with Dr Menendez. Listen very intently to my specific problems. I would highly recommend him.

Always explains and answers any questions or concerns. I have the upmost confidence in him.

Dr. Menendez listened to my chief complaints and he is working out a strategy for me and my back problem. Thanks Dr. Menendez

Dr. Menendez was great at explaining everything to me. Was very impressed with his patience in answering all of my questions.

Best Dr ever. Personable, very knowledgeable and really cares. Highly recommend him Janet H. Webb Al

Very professional, friendly and thorough.

Very polite , courteous & informative.

Great Doctor.

Thanks for helping me through a really rough patch Dr. Menendez. I could not have chosen a better Dr.

Very Competent, informative, and takes care to explain thoroughly all details concerning surgery.