Nicholas Donkor MD Faap

Dr donkor, as a person is a wonderful and Honest man. i really admire and respect him, he has and still is the pediatrician to my oldest. His been there doctors since birth and honestly haven’t had any issue all these years. However this past month my youngest who is (3) hadn’t been feeling well. We went to see Dr. Donkor three times within the month. He examined him as he usually would, and the first time suggested I just give him rest and some antibiotics which was prescribed for the strep he had. However, weeks went by and still no progression, from the coughing. As a mother this is very concerning that your young child is continuously coughing. So at the last appointment he assured me that it was probably from his allergies and sent us on our way. With respect, I solely depended on his word and tried not to worry. However the coughing did not get better especially at night, I called the office twice in an attempt to speak with him. Told his receptionist (older Spanish lady) to please at his convenience return my call at the end of the day. First day, no return call. Second day I kindly reminded her (same lady) that he had not called. To please ask him to call today. Again no return call. This was Friday, and he is not available on weekends. Desperate and very very concerned I had no choice but look for available pediatricians. Patient first does not accept our insurance. We happen to get lucky and found Dr. Hashmi who is also in the same building as Dr.Donkor. Unfortunately the way our insurance works, we must remove Dr. Donkor as our pediatrician and add the new doctor. It was with a heavy and very hesitant heart that I did this. I was not even angry at the doctor for my returning my call, I was very disappointed and more than anything, concerned for my child! The new pediatrician prescribed another cough suppressant, and I requested for an x-​Ray just in case because of the prolonged coughing. But in conclusion there was no specific diagnosis. Not that I am looking for one but I need thorough explanations as to why he is still coughing. Not to mention I’ve kept the house clean, clean humidifiers, natural remedies and all.
I plan to speak with the Doctor if the chance should arise, and maybe he does not even feel as disheartened as I. However it’s necessary for me. And I felt compelled to write a review just to give me piece of mind to anyone who shall wonder what my opinion of Dr. Donkor and his staff.
Sidebar: Maria (I believe is her name) the other receptionist has always been so kind and always a pleasure to speak with.

So all 3 of my kids see Dr. Donker, I really like Dr. Donker a lot. But truthfully it wasn’t always that way. Before my 2yr old came I was debating switching Doctors. It just felt like a lot of diagnosis was missed and I would go to Righttime and they would give me the real diagnosis. Also I didnt like the amount of time I would have to wait after my appt lot time, but that to has improved. But over the last few years he’s gotten a lot better. The office staff is friendly and diverse. They’ve upgraded their technology and my prescriptions get called in on time. I must say I’m so glad that big block toy he had in the middle of the office is gone. It was a germ festival waiting to infect the kids! Overall the New Doctor Donker is here to stay as my kids Pediatrician. Also another plus, he speaks like 5 different languages! Wow