Testimonials

I had a badly deviated septum and had a previous surgery with another ENT on Long Island in 2013 in an effort to correct it. That doctor had shrunk my... read moreI had a badly deviated septum and had a previous surgery with another ENT on Long Island in 2013 in an effort to correct it. That doctor had shrunk my turbinates by about 2/3rds, which was not the correct thing to do to address the deviated septum. Frustrated by my inability to breathe correctly, leading to restless sleep, a lack of endurance during exercise, etc., I found Dr. Portnoy on ZocDoc with impeccable ratings and reviews and booked an appointment. His office staff was incredibly attentive and polite, both in-person and on the phone, and there was practically no waiting time in the four visits I've since made to his office. Dr. Portnoy immediately identified what had been done by the previous doctor, diagnoised me with sinus disease, and shared that this was one of the most badly deviated septums that he'd seen in his career. We scheduled a surgery to correct the septum and clear the sinuses, which took place in December 2019, and I can now breathe better overall and out of my right nostril! Dr. Portnoy's successful surgery has made it easier to sleep, exercise, etc. and has improved my overall quality of life dramatically. I would highly recommend him to family, friends, and to you, the person reading this review. Your quality of life will likely improve, too. Thank you, Dr. Portnoy! read less

Dr. Portnoy was my savior. After a vacation in the Caribbean, I developed a very serious sinus infection that rendered me without the ability to smell or taste. I'm a... read moreDr. Portnoy was my savior. After a vacation in the Caribbean, I developed a very serious sinus infection that rendered me without the ability to smell or taste. I'm a total foodie and love to cook, needless to say I was devastated. I was recommended to Dr. Portnoy after months of not being able to enjoy these "simple" pleasures. He performed sinus surgery and within a few weeks my ability to smell and taste gradually returned. He is also one of the few Doctors who perform this surgery without packing your sinus cavities for 3 days. He also checked in throughout the week-end to make sure I was doing well. I can't say enough about him, thank you Dr. Portnoy. read less

Had great experiences with Dr. Portnoy. Surgery was very succesful, took the time to explain and discuss in the lead-to and follow-up appointments, took care of an issue with my... read moreHad great experiences with Dr. Portnoy. Surgery was very succesful, took the time to explain and discuss in the lead-to and follow-up appointments, took care of an issue with my insurance and mostly greatly improved my breathing with the surgery and prescribed medication. read less

Dr Portnoy performed my septoplasty surgery, and everything went extremely smoothly and now I can breathe from both sides of my nose. His office also helped check my insurance coverage... read moreDr Portnoy performed my septoplasty surgery, and everything went extremely smoothly and now I can breathe from both sides of my nose. His office also helped check my insurance coverage ahead of the surgery, which was greatly appreciated. I would highly recommend Dr. Portnoy to others. read less

I could not be more pleased with the work Dr Portnoy did ! He was very pleasant, explained the procedure to me in detail and made me feel very comfortable... read moreI could not be more pleased with the work Dr Portnoy did ! He was very pleasant, explained the procedure to me in detail and made me feel very comfortable with the process. The result exceeded my expectation! The office staff is excellent too, so want to give them a shout out! Thank you to all!! read less

I recently had a cosmetic rhinoplasty by the fantastic Dr. Portnoy. The entire experience was second to none. The moment I walked into the office and met his staff, I... read moreI recently had a cosmetic rhinoplasty by the fantastic Dr. Portnoy. The entire experience was second to none. The moment I walked into the office and met his staff, I knew I was making the right decision. read less

Truly a fantastic doctor! Would recommend him to anyone looking for an amazing ENT doctor in NYC.

Dr. Portnoy is my hero! He helped save my life.