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Dr. Charles Harkins, MD

Dr. Charles Harkins, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Charles Harkins, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Milwaukee, WI and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in 1983. He is affiliated with Froedtert Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

9200 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee, WI 53226
(414) 266-6460

Dr. Harkins is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Harkins specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Harkins' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Harkins

4.3

12 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
83%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
17%
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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New Berlin, WI – Jan 05, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 14, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
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Milwaukee – May 27, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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A. Zaben in Kenosha, WI – Apr 20, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Charles Harkins was in the private practice of otolaryngology in Milwaukee for 14 years prior to joining the full-time faculty at the Medical College in 2002. During that time, he was actively involved in the education of residents and students...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Medical College Wisc Hosps

    Residency Hospital, 1988

  • University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine And Public Health

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
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Otolaryngology†
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
†Self designated 
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Dr. Harkins is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin Froedtert Hospital9200 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee, WI 53226
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    Practice

    Childrens Hospital of Wisconsin9000 W Wisconsin Ave Milwaukee, WI 53226
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Froedtert Hospital

      9200 W Wisconsin Ave
      Milwaukee, WI 53226
      Recipient of 46
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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