I met Dr. Yakish as a fellow physician in the mid 1990's. I took notice of his professionalism, commitment, compassion, and enthusiasm. Eventually, I asked him to be my family physician, and then later, my wife and sons physician as well. A few years ago, my mother was diagnosed with metastatic cancer, and required hospice homecare. My wife and I were her primary caregivers, taking turns… See more
I knew Dr. Yakish because he affiliated at the same hospital where I taught pediatric nursing for twenty years. I have a complicated medical history but he agreed to take me on when I developed a severe complication he was right there every step of the way. He also provide expertise and moral support when I was waiting for a biopsy to be done and then the results.
Dr. Yakish has been my PCP for more than 20 years. A few months ago I developed a swollen ankle (only symptom) that wouldn’t go away - even with rest. After a couple of days of conventional treatment, he sent me for an ultrasound. The diagnosis was a blood clot from my ankle to my groin! I was immediately put on a Xeralto regime. If he hadn’t checked on this further, I may have died. Thank you… See more
Doc. Yakkish is not only a great doctor but I considered him as a friend just as well, (along with his whole staff, Mary Ellen, Amanda & Debbie.
I am grateful for Dr Yakish for the many times he has saved the day for me. Like interpreting difficult to understand reports from other hospitals, coordinating care with other doctors, taking my panicked calls in the middle of the night, always getting me in on the same day, helping me when I’m out of the country or in another city, being as equally knowledgeable and professional with every… See more
Jack you r doing a great job.
Hope you r not going to retire for a while
Keep up the good work
Thirty years ago when my two children were very young, their pediatrician retired and I can remember feeling very concerned and worried that I would not find another doctor as good or trustworthy as he. After researching and asking friends for recommedations, we chose Dr. Yakish as our family physician. I have never looked back nor have I ever regretted that decision. It was probably one of… See more
Couldnt ask for a better physician: hes kind, compassionate and always there for you.
I have never felt better taken care of than I have with Dr. Jack Yakish and his team at Westminster Family Practice. New health problems seem to appear out of nowhere as I get older, yet paradoxically enough, I am a better and a stronger person because of the support I receive under the care of this physician. Because of Dr. Jack, even as I wrestle with challenges, I am given the tools and… See more
Dr. Yakish,
I can't thank you enough for giving me the stern wake up call I needed.
I read the book you gave me (The Calorie Myth) and suddenly it all made sense.
I decided I wasn't going to be another statistic. I now do 30 minutes of cardio everyday and follow the diet recommendations. I have lost 42 pounds and feel wonderful!!! You told me I could do it. And… See more
