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Dr. Douglas O'Brien, MD

Dr. Douglas O'Brien, MD

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

Dr. Douglas O'Brien, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Worcester, MA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. O'Brien has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with Saint Vincent Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

100 Mlk Jr Blvd Ste 4 Worcester, MA 01608
Telehealth available

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. O'Brien specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. O'Brien's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. O'Brien

4.4
8 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 star
75%
75%
4 star
13%
13%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
13%
13%

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Great Doctor
Took care of my ear problem in minutes, very confident and knowledgeable Doctor definitely will see him again and RECOMMEND.
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
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 26, 2023
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I have seen a number of doctors over 25 years for a cough that started as a minor nuisance but had progressed to where it became quite violent and where I would almost pass out at times. Most doctors thought it was allergies, acid reflux or they just didn't know. I gave it another try a few years ago and went to see Dr. O'Brien. While I thought the prognosis was headed to the same results as the past, Dr. O'Brien suspected it could be a rare neurological condition that he had learned of and one that was difficult to diagnose. Fortunately, there was a doctor in Boston who was one of the few researchers for this condition. I went to see him, was treated, and saw immediate results. Several years later, I write this review because today I biked 10 miles in 90 degree heat and said to myself during the ride that this would never have happened had Dr. O'Brien not come up with this diagnosis. I thank Dr. O'Brien for figuring it out for me and thinking outside of the box!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Tony Fong – Jul 21, 2020
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I paid a $60.00 co-pay for this idiot to tell me to see a neurologist ~ I have had two nose surgeries an extensive sinus history- even had my ear abscess which another ent told me was due to my sinuses- I saw this doctor told him I have pressure and pain where polyp is and he said it looked good and to see neurologist- I should've said something right then and there now months later I am suffering with a sinus infection and I want him to know what an idiot he is -
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
9 others found this helpful
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Whitman, MA – Nov 22, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Douglas O'Brien, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Worcester, MA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. O'Brien has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from University of Pennsylvania...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.

  • Boston Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1997
  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Associates In Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery PC100 Mlk Jr Blvd Ste 4 Worcester, MA 01608
1
Office72 Washington St Ste 1600 Taunton, MA 02780
2

Practice

Ent. Specialists Inc.35 Pearl St Ste 100 Brockton, MA 02301
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saint Vincent Hospital

    123 Summer St
    Worcester, MA 01608
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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