This is the first time I have had to come see this type of Doctor. I did my own research and chose Dr Shapiro because of the high ratings. But I will say that his Assistant Sarah is what sealed the deal. When I called to make an appointment I immediately felt at ease with her. I had many questions which she happily answered. Not once did I feel like I was bothering her… She was genuinely concerned with my issue and could fit me in that very next day. As soon as I walked in I was greeted by the most welcoming staff (Sarah) . She goes out of her way to help things run smooth while you are there. She has a special gift of making you feel at ease because being here isn’t the most fun.( under the circumstances). I would recommend anyone here especially if you want top notch customer service. Thank you Sarah and Dr Shapiro!! Simply the BEST!!

Dr. Shapiro and Sarah are both so amazing. Doc is very knowledgeable, caring, kind, and compassionate. Sarah is there to help you with insurance questions and good old reassurance. They make a wonderful team. If Dr. Shapiro did primary care I would be the first patient to sign up! I highly recommend.

Dr. Shapiro and Sarah are amazing. I had suffered in pain for over a year after having a failed sphincterotomy where I was put to sleep and experienced an awful recovery period, then was told by the surgeon that I would require another surgery. I decided to look around and prayed asking for guidance; I was led here. Dr. Shapiro and Sarah were both so compassionate when I went in for my a consultation. He explained in detail why I was in so much pain and what needed to be done. Sarah scheduled my procedure the very next day, which was a Thursday; done right in the office with local anesthesia. I went home after my procedure and was able to finish my day at work and work on Friday as well with no difficulty. By Saturday, I was pain free. I am so grateful and it feels so wonderful to be pain free after living in horrible pain for so long. I would give more than 5 stars to Dr. Shapiro if I could and certainly give my highest recommendation.

Amazing great. I waited for 20 years (yes literally 20) before I decided to finally be brave enough and get treated. I visited Tuesday and was scheduled for a next day treatment! When I went home I couldn’t believe this is over. I waited more then 2 month before posting this, waiting to ensure this is really as great as it is and now can happily say - wow! What an amazing team and what an amazing technology. I am back to run, walk and gardening as hard as I want. There are no issues, no symptoms. My dream of having a free of symptoms body finally became true. Looking back, I didn’t have a wait for so long. Should have done it many years ago. And the funny thing is, all these years Dr. Dave Shapiro was in the same spot treating people. So, if you have any issues, dont waste time. He is fantastic. Thank you.

Had the worst experience with this doctor, the surgery was horrible with no anesthesia and it was not presented that way to me. The Doctor never called to check on me after the surgery, I called several times to let him know that I was in pain and it was not getting better. After two month the doctor realized that he provoked a tear but did not take any responsibility for it. The previous surgery consisted in pulling internal hemorrhoid , cutting them with no anesthesia, it was horrible I could feel everything , He was shockingly insensitive to the discomfort and pain I was experiencing. this Doctor should be retired , he is rude, in my opinion he is not qualified anymore to work with people. RESPONSE : No, you never suggest any referral , You never were responsive, you were horrible, cold and careless you left me on my own , I find a reputable Doctor and she was let with repairing your mess.

I had hemorrhoid & then a fissure a few days later, which was extremely painful. The pain got so bad that I went to the ER on Friday (where they did pretty much nothing to help). Luckily I got in to see Dr. Shapiro the following Monday and he performed a 5-minute surgery while I was there. The pain started decreasing drastically the following day and went away completely within a few more. The doctor & nurse were both very helpful throughout and answered all my questions. 5 stars!!!

I went with a level 2 or 3 & it was pretty painful & large. The treatment was quite uncomfortable but no pain no gain. Plus, it only lasts a few minutes. After 2 weeks I saw a 40% improvement. I was glad but disappointed. Now its 7 weeks later & it is TOTALLY GONE. I keep looking for it and cant find it. This treatment WORKS even if it takes up to 2 months. U will see gradual & eventually MAJOR IMPROVEMENT...but be patient.

Dr. Shapiro and Sarah are amazing. They’ve gone above and beyond for me and truly care about my health and well-being. Sarah answered every phone call and text message throughout the process and never made me feel like a burden. Dr. Shapiro is kind, personable and is very knowledgeable about the work he does. I 100% trust him and his expertise. I highly recommend!

I suffered for 20 years. Thank you Dr. Shapiro and team for explaining the procedure and the support in my healing. It was worth the few days of discomfort to achieve the end result.

My husband and I went for his consult two days ago with Dr. Shapiro. A few weeks previously a doctor told my husband that hed need a colonoscopy, surgery, and there would be a painful two week recovery period. Yikes. (Not to mention several thousand dollars!) We went for a second opinion with Dr. Shapiro and thank goodness we did. Next week my husband will have an in-office procedure with Dr. Shapiro that will take one short visit, almost completely painless, with no downtime afterwards. He can go to work the next day.Dr Shapiro was very clear in explaining the situation and options and has made a huge difference for both our financial situation and my husbands peace of mind. Thank you Dr. Shapiro. 🙏

Years ago I went there after noticing bleeding. Everyone in the office was great, the treatment was quick and everything went well. Dr. Shapiro and his staff are at the top of my list of people who make the world a better place!

I have been suffering from ever-worsening hemorrhoids for over five years. They got worse in the last two years and it got to be unbearable in the last few months. Ive put off getting in touch with a professional because I have never heard a single good thing about hemorrhoid surgery and it is what I feared would be my only path to solve this issue.I researched a facility I once saw while driving through Tampa and happened upon outstanding reviews of Dr. Shapiro. I could not be in more agreement nor can I be more impressed with my first-hand experience.They worked hard to squeeze me into the schedule and then to schedule the procedure. Though it is not a comfortable procedure, Dr. Shapiro tries his best to ensure its not more painful than need be.I was concerned that the procedure failed because the beginning of the second week after I was not seeing a lot of improvement. However, at the end of that week I have experienced a LOT of improvement and I think it is getting better by the day.I cannot recommend more highly that you visit Dr. Shapiro and stop delaying the inevitable.UPDATE: As explained to me from the beginning, the level of hemorrhoids I had could possibly require a second round and it did. The reason I was willing to undergo the procedure again was because the first pass was very close to 100% (about 85%), but it still was not there and I trusted a second pass - 6 weeks later - would reach 100% effectivity. I thought I was happy the first pass --- Im even happier now that everything seems to be back to normal.

Loved Dr. Shapiro and Sarah. The procedure is not painless nor is the recovery that I had. I actually did not do well for the first 3 weeks, but then just as Sarah said, things started to get better and at least the pain subsided from a 10++ to a 3. I was a bad case and Dr. Shapiro did discuss it with me thoroughly prior. I trusted in his experience and will probably have to go to back to see him again, as discussed, but this time I will be better prepared lol.

When i first had my appointment setup Dr. Shapiro was pretty rude. Although his knowledge and profession is a 10/10 its just the emotionless side that affects me to give him this rating. I will not degrade him as doctor what he does but it would have been better if i was treated emotionally a tad better.... Sarah was great always a phone call away, and available with every concern i had. If it werent for Sarah i wouldnt have probably ended up going thru the procedure. As far as the procedure at the center i really loved all the ladies they were great. One did though look at me as if i were crazy when i told her that Dr. Shapiro had suggested and was against me needing any anethesia at all. The way she had looked at me and even went as far as telling the other nurse and shaking her head had me worried... but when i woke up i was at a 4/10 pain. Later that night it did worsen and i ended up going to the ER due to needing narcotics after all (which i was against) from my own personal history. Now the meds have me back at a 4 pain.

I found the services provided by this establishment to be professional as well competent. On each visit everyone went to extra effort to ensure my needs were met.

Awesome Doctor and staff. Super friendly and caring. Excised my hemmeroids right in the office with local anesthesia (my choice - he works in a hospital too and you can be put to sleep for it). But the office option worked great for me. Recovered beautifully and never been better down under.

Dr. Shapiro and staff were absolutely amazing in treating and ultimately curing my issues. Dr. Shapiro’s was able to immediately diagnose exactly what was wrong with me and provide a very clear and specific treatment plan which worked exactly as he predicted. I can finally enjoy truly living my life. My family and I are very grateful.

I am so pleased with Dr Shapiro and his receptionist Sarah. I called on a Tuesday and they got me in the next day. He is very professional and took time to explaining everything. They got me in the next day and removed my hemorrhoid in his office. It was painful for 3 days....but it was worth it. Thank you Dr Shapiro.

What a wonderful Dr!! I know this sounds crazy but I ha the best time at the Doctors office today with Dr. Shapiro and his wonderful assistant Sarah. If you are looking for a wonderful Doctor to make you feel loved and comfortable then please call this office.💜Cassandra Marie

I had a pleasant visit with Dr. Shapiro this morning. I must admit that due to a bad past experience elsewhere, I was apprehensive if not downright afraid. Dr. Shapiro put me at ease immediately. He thoroughly explained, with the use of visual aids, the procedure I would experience.It didnt take long for me to realize that I was dealing with a high caliber professional who was more concerned with my well being than he was with the bottom line. I would recommend this gentleman without hesitation to anyone.

Prompt professional service. Made me feel comfortable and safe I highly recommend them.

I was recently treated by Dr Shapiro and highly recommend him. I have been putting of surgery for many years after reading reviews and first hand accounts of the procedure however after a recent flare up I worked up the nerve to make and appointment. I was able to get in to an appointment and be treated right away, just before a holiday no less. Sara and Dr Shapiro both were professional and helpful. Thank you!

Wonderful!! Called after leaving the hospital. TGH was gave incorrect diagnoses and was not helpful. After reading reviews decided to go and so glad we did! The doctor is overqualified for the work he’s doing- thankful he’s practicing this area! Compassionate and extremely knowledgeable! Don’t hesitate to go. Immediate relief

Dr. Shapiro is wonderful! Hes very caring and personable. His consultation handled all my questions and concerns and he was happy to explain things to me fully, that I didnt understand the first time. Dr.Shapiro was very professional yet kind during the examination and made it much more comfortable then I thought it would be. I currently dont have insurance and not much money to work with, Dr. Shapiro was very understanding to my situation and gave me a discounted price on the examination. Then he offered a sizable discount off of the procedure. This is greatly appreciated by my wife and I because we Just had a new baby girl. We Highly Recommend Dr. Shapiro.In response to Mobile Ss review, I know that Dr.Shapiro wouldnt do that, and I recommend that he call his insurance company and correct their mistake.

Dr. Shapiro gave me my life back with HET. He is the most compassionate physician I have met and really cares about addressing your concerns. His extensive training and experience enables him to break down complex histories into salient issues, then create a plan to address them.

Dr. Shapiro is very caring. He took the time to listen to me. After my examination he clearly explained all of the treatment options available to me. He answered all of my questions, and I felt very comfortable making a decision to move forward with my procedure. His office staff is amazing! The whole team made an uncomfortable situation easy to deal with! Highly recommended.

Both my son and I have gone to Dr. Shapiro and we both had the same experience. The Doctor took the time to sit down with me and review my entire medical history. I never had a physician do that before. His qualifications and experience are impressive and he is a very caring man.

So... I had no appointment today but called the office and Sara(h)* made it happen. When I entered the office I expected to feel super awkward but instead was greeted with warmth and kindness. Sara(h)* and Dr. Shapiro had me laughing in no time. I am big on reading reviews before I see a new physician and Dr. Shapiros Google reviews are spot on! I can honestly say that if I could I would give this doctors office 10 🌟s! During the exam Dr. Shapiro made sure to check in with me and make sure I was comfortable and even sat me down to show me slides. I know that people out there have it worse then me but I was made to feel like a priority. Before leaving I had a follow up appointment scheduled and was told that if I needed to come in before that they would make the time. MANY THANKS HTCF❤ 🙌👏👍😊

Dr. Shapiro: one of the truest breaths of fresh air to date that I have come across. A doctor that actually takes the Hippocratic oath to heart, and puts concern and care for the patient at A, top, number one priority. I didnt suffer with just one or two, or even three or four hemorrhoids - i suffered with what I called, The Grapes of Wrath for over thirty years. I Saw more than my share of so-called doctors who wanted to put me under full anesthesia, so I could pay the hospital fees plus the doctor fees. There were even some who said, when you have better insurance Ill have someone I can send you to. Finding Dr. Shapiro has been wonderful, he has been a true hero and a gentleman, like a knight in shining armor. He is the light at the end of tunnel youve been looking for!

Dr. David Shapiro is an outstanding physician and surgeon. He is extremely professional, highly skilled, caring, and communicates clearly and effectively. His office staffer Sara is also very personable and highly professional. Most highly recommended!

Dr. Shapiro and Sarah are beyond exceptional! After being treated by an ER doc and a specialist to no avail, Dr. Shapiro saved the day! He diagnosed the problem immediately and alleviated the symptoms all while educating and including me in the plan of care. His professionalism & superior bedside manner along with compassion and patience allows me to refer to friends and family without a doubt who are in need of his expertise and speciality. I cant thank them enough!

Sara and Dr. Shapiro are amazing. They truly care about what you are going through and help you get through it. I was really scared when I went to my first appointment but I was immediately comforted when I met Sara at the front desk and then when talking to Dr. Shapiro I knew I was going to be OK. :) They are heaven sent, I am very Thankful God made a way for me to meet Sara and Dr. Shapiro.

Outstanding surgeon and staff! I have had a bad hospital surgery experience in the past and thought: Oh good he does this procedure in the office. I had a rather large cyst removed from my back that had been there since the early 1990s. The surgery was painless and the stitches were removed the following week. The healing process was painless except for some minor itching. Dr. Shapiro is a rare skilled surgeon who has a stellar bedside manor, and his soothing personality removes anxiety associated with the surgical procedure. I strongly recommend Dr. Shapiro for your surgical needs.

I found this website on Google to address a very long problem I had been suffering with. I was very satisfied and pleased with my experience and the outcome which solved my problem quickly. Dr. Shapiro was knowledgeable and very professional. I was most impressed with his handling of the issue recommending an over the counter product well before jumping to a more invasive procedure. I will definitely return if any other visits are necessary. HIGH RECOMMENDED

Best doctor ever, he cares about his patients and his receptionist slash nurse has a heart of gold. Most doctors ive been to try n swindle you on top of that they dont help you. This doctor is the best and is affordable. If anyone else left a bad review they are trolls. I never lie about my reviews because i myself rely on them to make decisions.

Dr Shapiro and his staff are highly professional and provide compassionate care. Just what you want when medical challenges arise.

Dr. Shapiro was an absolute lifesaver! I had been dealing with some issues for over 5 months. He was very informative about my procedure and put my anxiety at ease. I highly recommend!

Well. It’s been a long time coming with this review. I just want to say his office assistant is wonderful and she was the best part of my overall experience. I haven’t been the same since I Received the HET procedure. It has been the hands down worst experience I have ever had. I would suggest receiving multiple opinions before committing to something I should have done the same thing but I had also been hospitalized and needed to have a procedure.Response to owner:My grade three lesions weren’t acknowledged until we were already into the procedure. Them being lower lying than first expected wasn’t acknowledged until the middle of the procedure as well. you know thanks for challenging yourself I suppose or stop doing HET on grade 3 hemorrhoids because it’s only made for grades 1-2.

I am giving this office a three, because to be fair, if the HET procedure had worked the first time, or even the second time I would have given the office a five. But in both cases the bleeding returned after two weeks. The HET procedure is a viable procedure, using a device made by Medtronic, but Medtronic is clear that it is for grade 1 or 2 hemorrhoids. When I finally went to an anorectal surgery practice at Advent Health, they said I had grade 3 hemorrhoids, and that it was not that difficult to tell the difference between grade 2 or grade 3 hemorrhoids.My problem with my experience at HTCF is that on the first visit Dr. Shapiro did an exam, and said I was a good candidate for the procedure. After the first treatment failed, I came back for a second visit and he did not even examine me, saying that since he recommended doing it again there was no need for an examination in the office. To his credit, when I asked him how often the HET procedure was successful in cases like mine, he said 80%, so there was no guarantee.When I returned for a third visit after the second HET procedure failed, Dr. Shapiro took one look at my bottom without inserting any kind of an scope and immediately said it was obvious that the HET procedure would not work given that I had a prolapsed (protruding) hemorrhoid. It seems to me that if it was that obvious, and the HET procedure is only for grades 1 or 2, which are internal, he should have recognized that the HET procedure was not appropriate, before the first surgery.I liked Dr. Shapiro, even though he is my age, and I have been retired for 18 years. The procedure itself was done without anesthesia, and while it was a bit uncomfortable - for me about a 2 or 3 on a scale of 10, the discomfort was very brief...only for a few minutes while the procedure was actually being done. There was very little discomfort afterwards, and after the second procedure I drove myself the 2 hours back to where we live with no problem.In comparison to that, the third surgery that I had, at Advent Health, did require anesthesia, and was somewhat uncomfortable - again a 2 or 3 for me on a scale of 10 - for about 10 days afterwards, and required about 6 weeks to heal completely. But it worked beautifully. Interestingly, the Dr. who did it specializes in anorectal surgery, and seemed unaware of the HET procedure that Dr. Shapiro uses.So, bottom line (no pun intended) - if you have mild hemorrhoids, the HET procedure with Dr. Shapiro may be an easier and satisfactory way to go. But if you have significant blood running into the toilet bowl or your underwear on occasion, I would strongly suggest getting a second opinion before proceeding.

A great person and wonderful doctor - he actually truly cares about his patients, and he is highly competent to boot! Greatly recommended doctor - a wonderful experience!

Dr Shapiro diagnosed me correctly on the first visit after being misdiagnosed by 2 other doctors. He treated my fissures and eliminated the pain. He is an excellent surgeon. His office manager, Sarha, is outstanding.Jorge C

Surgery was quick, Doctor was thorough and explained everything. Feeling like my old self again.

Dr Shapiro and his assistant Sara are excellent! They saved me from pain couple times, highly recommended!

Great doctor, amazing nurse, excellent service, very affordable, super professional.Highly recommended!!!

Went there 5 years ago and I am still in pain just from the memory.. no compassion whatsoever and rude,luckily I found another doctor who was more professional and sensitive to my issue.. I would not return to him especially for hemorrhoids treatment...

I took my wife to get checked and the doctor was very condescending and rude. The lady in the front desk was very kind and very professional, but the doctor was the exact opposite! Anyone that dares go there be aware!

Hands down, best experience Ive ever had with a medical office and doctor.

Terriffic office staff.Doctor took time to explain the issue.Good experience!

Took my Girlfriend there to get consultation with a referral from the free clinic to see Dr. David Shaprio, he told her it wasnt that bad and that the pain she was experiencing was mostly in her head, and that she should try to stop thinking about it that much.For 2 months I have witnessed my girlfriend in the bed crying in pain. She is bi polar and because of her condition does not work. she has no insurance to pay for a procedure to be done. they have turned her away and told her to come back in 6 months.Is this the doctor you want treating you or your loved ones? this man has no compassion. He has no idea the pain she is in. with no insurance she just has to deal with the pain...there is no pain medicine for her to take that works, thanks to our states addicts who have ruined any chances of getting pain relief for people who are desperately in need. The system is broke, and this guy is a part of the problem.

After a YEAR of having a fissure i am finally HEALED thanks to Dr Shapiro. Ive been to 2 other dr. And nothing worked. He was very patient and tried a couple of protocols. At last im healed.

Bad experience.

Wonderful Doctor !!!!!