Reviews of Christopher Menendez, M.D. (Plastic Surgery)

Dustie Meads

When diagnosed with Invasive Ductal Carcinoma I was terrified and confused. I felt like I was on a freight train heading for a washed out bridge. Somehow I had to get control before I crashed into the darkness below! I found myself calling back original bearer of the horrible news to seek out the names of the surgeons who might be working on me through their hospital system. After researching them, and discovering all were general surgeons, I decided to check out my options. Taking charge I called my insurance and, armed with a list of dedicated breast cancer surgeons in NWA who were covered by my insurance, I turned to the net! After reading about all of them, I called and made an appointment with Dr. Christopher Menendez. His office got me in for my first appointment in only two days (four days sooner then my original appointment with a general surgeon was to be). I never looked back! I'd called and gotten my original results from the first place to take to my appointment, but I need not have bothered. Dr. Mendendez had my records in hand when he walked in the door. After introducing himself he went right to work explaining all that I needed to hear in a way I really needed to hear it. I was so relieved to know I was in the right place, I had my first good cry. Thankfully my Cancer was caught early and I was able to have it taken care of by only having partial breast surgery (lumpectomy) followed up with radiation using the Bracytherapy (Savvy) procedure. Dr. Menendez was so wonderful leading me through the surgery as well as the placement of the Savvy device. He then handed me off to the equally wonderful Dr. Hershey Gardner (Highlands Oncology Group Radiologist) to handle the radiation treatments. Radiation from start to finish took only 9 days (there was a weekend in there), as opposed to the 5 weeks of daily treatments using the more common whole breast radiation procedure. I highly recommend the Savvy procedure if you are a candidate for it. Through this whole harrowing journey I don't believe couldn't have found a better medical team team to guide me then Breast Cancer Surgeon, Dr. Chris Menendez (with no small support from Janina..his aide de camp) and the equally impressive Radiation Oncologist , Dr. Hershey Gardner, and his Savvy staff, and my Oncology Dr. (Recommended by Dr. Gardner), Dr. Brook Brander (she's terrific and very sweet!). Thank you all for a job very well done!

Marsha Riley

I couldn’t ask for a more kind or patient doctor. From referral to initial visit to surgery to follow up was only three weeks. He called personally to give me the results, which in my case was good news. He took the time to thoroughly answer all my questions. Dr. Menendez is the best!

Joseph Jacques

Dr. M is so wonderful,nice,.he included my husband also as his knowledge of BC was so impressive.the staff is so welcoming.

Elizabeth Huson

Dr Menendez is the BEST. He treated my mom for BC and we loved him from the start. He took his time explaining everything and made sure she was well informed and educated on her options. He supported her decisions and answered any and all questions. Her experience was outstanding! She couldn’t have been happier with this surgeon.

Sara King

I have never been more impressed by a doctor's bedside manner. Not once did I feel like I was being rushed out the door. I saw Dr. Menendez for a second opinion and knew right away, that I wanted him to be the doctor performing my surgery. He walked me through the entire process and patiently answered every question.

KW DK

Dr. Menendez is really the most AWESOME surgeon and compassionate doctor I have ever met. He is very patient and kind. He has great wisdom and is the complete package. I highly recommend him. My wife was diagnosed with an aggressive cancer and with his guidance she was able to receive all of her tests with results and have her surgery all within 2 weeks. Our entire family loves and highly respects him. If you are seeking the greatest for diagnostics in Breast cancer analysis and treatment go see him. His entire office is so professional and sweet we love the receptionist and nurse. They share your joys and sorrows and show compassion when your heart is shattered. You are our hero Dr. Menendez. Sincerely, Keith, Diane & Courtney Heide