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Dr. James Poss, MD

Dr. James Poss, MD

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

Dr. James Poss, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Orchard Park, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Nevada At Reno in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Bertrand Chaffee Hospital and Brooks-TLC Hospital System. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

3900 N Buffalo St Orchard Park, NY 14127

Dr. Poss 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
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Poss 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
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Poss' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Poss

4.3

18 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
83%
83%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
17%
17%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
May 30, 2019
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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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 26, 2018
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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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Donna Marie Maldonado in Hamburg , NY – Jul 07, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 people found this helpful
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Buffalo, NY – Feb 28, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

I am happy to be practicing in Western New York as an Otolaryngologist.   My wife grew up in Buffalo, which is what brought our family here.  Though I am new to the region, I have been warmly welcomed.  I look forward to...read more
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • General Surgery

    Internship Hospital
  • Otolaryngology Head And Neck Surgery Residency-madigan Army Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2009
  • General Surgery Internship Madigan Army Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2005
  • Madigan Army Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 2005
  • University Of Nevada At Reno

    Medical School, 2004
  • University Of Nevada, Reno School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2004
  • Humboldt State University

    Undergraduate School, 1998
  • University Of Alaska Fairbanks

    Undergraduate School, 1994
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.
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Dr. Poss is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Buffalo Medical Group P.C.3900 N Buffalo St Orchard Park, NY 14127
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    Practice

    Office6255 Sheridan Dr Ste 304 Buffalo, NY 14221
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Mercy Hospital of Buffalo

      565 Abbott Rd
      Buffalo, NY 14220
      Recipient of 7
      hospital 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

      75%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
    • Brooks-TLC Hospital System

      529 Central Ave
      Dunkirk, NY 14048

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

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

      2% lower than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      7% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Bertrand Chaffee Hospital

      224 E Main St
      Springville, NY 14141

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

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      8% lower than the national average

      77%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean
      View all patient feedback
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