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Dr. Howard Nam, MD

Dr. Howard Nam, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Howard Nam, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in Yuba City, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from New York University Grossman School of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with medical facilities Sutter Roseville Medical Center and Sutter Surgical Hospital North Valley. He is accepting new patients.

3 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 3 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

460 Plumas Blvd Yuba City, CA 95991
(530) 749-3399

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Nam specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • 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. Nam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nam

3.0

6 ratings, 4 with a written review
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Oct 23, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Jun 21, 2024
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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
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Michelle Cruz Ocampo in Carson, CA – Apr 24, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
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Yuba City, CA – Jan 03, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Howard Nam, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in Yuba City, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from New York University Grossman School of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with...read more

  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

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

  • Northwestern Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1990

  • Beth Israel Medical Center - Petrie Campus

    Residency Hospital, 1987

  • New York University Grossman School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
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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Locations

Practice

Office460 Plumas Blvd Yuba City, CA 95991
1
Office10470 Old Placerville Rd Ste 100 Sacramento, CA 95827
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sutter Surgical Hospital North Valley

    455 Plumas Blvd
    Yuba City, CA 95991
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

    View all awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Sutter Roseville Medical Center

    1 Medical Plaza Dr
    Roseville, CA 95661
    Recipient of 21
    hospital awards

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

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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