Wellen Park - Neurosurgeons in Venice, FL
Neurology • Venice, FL
Clinic Type
Neurology
Address
12169 Mercado Dr, Suite B6, Venice, FL 34293
Phone
(941) 655-8201
privacy@hcahealthcare.com
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FAQs
What services are offered by the neurosurgery team in Venice, FL?
The team specializes in treating a variety of brain and spinal disorders, as well as spinal injuries in Venice, FL.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- WebMD (Dr. John R. Cassidy): 4.0 out of 5 (57 ratings (3 written reviews))
- Vitals (Dr. Christopher Guerin): 3.5 out of 5 (15 ratings (5 written reviews))
- Medical News Today (Dr. Arash Farahvar): 5.0 out of 5 (2 ratings)
Patients praise
- Effective surgical outcomes and pain relief
- Surgeons described as kind, patient, and thorough in explaining conditions
- Perceived high level of surgical skill and knowledge
Common complaints
- Difficulties reaching staff by phone
- Concerns regarding bedside manner and empathy
- Reports of post-operative complications and perceived lack of follow-up care
- Negative experiences regarding communication during office visits
"Dr. Cassidy was kind, patient, And polite I had many questions he answered them all so I could understand them... I am pain free and would without hesitation I would recommend Dr. Cassidy as a Dr who cares about your pain."
— WebMD review for Dr. John R. Cassidy"This Dr. is extremely unprofessional. He performed a back surgery on my Godmother. She went back into his office for a post op check up and to have her staples removed. Within 24 hours she was in the hospital with a major infection... Dr. Cassidy gives off the impression that he cannot be bothered..."
— WebMD review for Dr. John R. Cassidy"BEWARE! this guy will cost ya! ... he saw me for 5 minutes. tapped my knees with a rubber hammer and said its not your back, its your heart. ... the day in the emergency room cost $8000.00 dollars to which my insurance only paid $5000 of it."
— Vitals review for Dr. Christopher GuerinSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Sarasota Neurosurgeons Join SMH’s First Physicians Group - Scene Sarasota — Mar 6, 2026
- Business Insurance - Magazine - Dr Andrew Cannestra Calls for Greater Awareness Around Responsible Use of Surgical Technology — Dec 10, 2025
- Neurosurgeon helps launch new program at South Shore Hospital - The Observer News — Sep 18, 2025
- Neurosurgeon hails exciting new treatments for brain aneurysms - Vero News — Apr 9, 2026
- New Aldi set for Wellen Park in planned 'Venice Plaza' | Southwest Florida — Mar 22, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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Neurologic Consultants PA is a small neurology-focused medical practice based in Venice, Florida. Key points: - Type: Hospitals and Health Care company providing neurology services - Location: 2 offices in Venice, FL (both listed at 517 Riviera St, Venice, FL 34285) - Headquarters: Venice, Florida - Services: Neurology-focused care (specific services not detailed in provided content) - Size: About 10 employees - Website: neurologicconsultantspa.com - Industry codes: SIC 80, 801; NAICS 62, 621 (health care services) - Contacts/Presence: LinkedIn presence with a small following If you’re seeking a specific neurologist or services (e.g., epilepsy, stroke, headaches), you may want to visit their website or contact the Venice offices for provider availability.
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