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Dr. David Halvorson, MD

Dr. David Halvorson, MD

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

Dr. David Halvorson, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Alabaster, AL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Halvorson has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in 1991. He is affiliated with Shelby Baptist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.7 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 2.7 Star Rating (21 reviews)
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Halvorson specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Halvorson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Halvorson

2.7
21 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
38%
38%
4 star
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5%
3 star
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2 star
5%
5%
1 star
52%
52%

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Happy client
Solved my daughter’s ear issue. Years of ear infections and 3 sets of tubes and he got to the root of the problem.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Helpful
Jul 01, 2024
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My time is not important to Dr., spent 1 hour waiting in exam room for him, he spends 2 minutes with me, I ask can I record message because of other memory problems, so I can share with my wife later, he said no. I further asked can you provide me with a summary so I can give to my wife, he said we do not do that. Very dissatisfied, I still don't know what he found or the next steps in my care, actually will not be returning. My healthcare was not his concern, he just walked in said something ..., did not further explain and was gone. Should have trusted the reviews I read before making appointment.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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David E. Hughes – Jan 21, 2022
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A dangerous physician who does not care about his patients, their lives, or their safety. Stay away from this man at all costs
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Mar 24, 2021
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I will not continue to see Dr. Halvorson. He had no interest in me as a patient nor my problem. He asked me NO questions about my problem. He was uncommunicative, seemed extremely bored, and uninterested. I have to wonder why he is even a doctor. He clearly doesn't like people nor patients.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
13 others found this helpful
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Alabaster, AL – May 01, 2018
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i saw Dr. Halvorson one time,and I am very disappointed. I have never had a hearing problem so I don't know what's routine but ALL him and his staff did was give me a hearing test,inform me that that hearing was badly damaged,set me up for a MRI and that's all folks. I call his office the day of my MRI and informed them that my hearing wasn't any better and that I wanted to know the results of the MRI. It's been 3 weeks and not yet have I heard anything from him nor his office.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
9 others found this helpful
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Lois Cowlin in Childersburg AL – Sep 01, 2017
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Great doctor and was very pleased with the overall experience.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Leeds, AL – Jun 26, 2017
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The Dr didn't even give me instructions after the stitches was taken out. So I wore big bandage over it until I saw my primary Dr.who told me to keep it aired out. They took my co pay before I went back now they say I didn't pay it. They are too in a hurry to answer any questions. But have time to collect your money. The Surgery went great though but follow-up is very disappointing.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
16 others found this helpful
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Mar 26, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Halvorson, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Alabaster, AL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Halvorson has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from Baylor College...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Head & Neck Surgical Oncology

  • Pediatrics

  • Rhinology

  • Pathology

  • Allergy & Immunology

  • Allergy

  • Allergy & Asthma

  • Otolaryngic Allergy

  • Child & Adolescent Allergy

  • Audiology

  • Hearing Instruments

  • Pediatric Allergy & Asthma

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

  • Texas A & M University / Main Campus

    Undergraduate School

  • Medical College Of Ga Hospitals And Clinics

    Residency Hospital, 1996

  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Internship Hospital, 1992

  • Medical College Of Georgia Hospital And Clinic

    Internship Hospital, 1992

  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1991

  • Baylor University

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Shelby Baptist Medical Center

    1000 1st St N
    Alabaster, AL 35007

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

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