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Dr. John Dobrowski, MD

Dr. John Dobrowski, MD

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

Dr. John Dobrowski, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Boston, MA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Dobrowski has extensive experience in Otologic Conditions & Procedures, Upper Respiratory Conditions, and Sleep Apnea. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 25 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (25 reviews)

Practice

243 Charles St Boston, MA 02114
Telehealth available
(617) 573-4104

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Dobrowski specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology, Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery & Sleep Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 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. Dobrowski's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dobrowski

3.4
25 ratings, 12 with a written review
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Disrespectful and arrogant
Dr.Dobrowski consistently keeps patients waiting an unacceptable amount of time -- typically 1.5 hours, no matter the time of day. I can understand a doctor getting behind by a few minutes but it is outrageous that he is so consistently late with no apology and no explanation. Maybe he triple-books. I believe he is simply arrogant and disrespectful of patients.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
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Nov 30, 2024
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Dr. Dabrowski is the best.
Dr. Dobrowski is old school like myself possessing the admirable qualities of decades of experience, dedication, knowledge, cordiality and exuding a sense that he treats people not just as patients but also as friends. One can ask for nothing more than that in seeking quality medical care.
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
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Peter M. Palica – Nov 23, 2024
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ONGOING FOLLOW-UP EXAMINATION
Dr. Dobrowdski is excellent. In my extended written summary to MEEI, I emphasized how thorough that he is. His comprehension of my issues, his spontaneous detailed retention of information from previous visits, and his generation of additional new data to refine his diagnosis make him first rate. in my view. He also has compassion. I ‘d recommend him to any of my colleagues.
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
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 07, 2024
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Dr. Dobrowski is the best doctor !
I have been seeing Dr. Dobrowski for several years now for different reasons. In my entire lifetime, he is the most caring, empathetic and compassionate doctor I have ever had the pleasure to work with. He is kind. He listens carefully to everything you have to say and offers the best care any patient could ask for with no judgment. I am very grateful to have him as one of my providers .
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
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MARIA DIIULIS – Mar 23, 2024
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The Doctor is overbooked and the delays are horrible. I personally have had to cancel appointments due to 1.5 hour delay and the medical admin should be fired for continuing to allow this to happen. People understand 15-20 min delay. So I arrived again and sat in the office early and again he had 4 people a head and the delay was long. This is Unacceptable
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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Stephen – Mar 21, 2024
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Doesn't care about your time
There was a whiteboard at the desk that indicated a 2 hour wait for a 10am appointment. Dr. doesn't care. Said 'It is what it is'. His time is more important than yours. You can expect a wait to pay for parking and again to get your car.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Long wait times
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A Thorell – Mar 19, 2024
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Dr. Dubrowski is great!
He spent plenty of time with me, listened carefully and addressed all my concerns, even some beyond the issue for which I made the appointment.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Lisa G – Feb 13, 2024
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Great ENT
Dr. Dobrowski is competent, caring and spends time listening. I would highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Dr. Alan Groveman – Dec 12, 2023
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Sleep
Dr. Dobrowski has been my ENT for several years now and he is always honest and straight forward with my questions about health issues. I have always trusted his judgment and appreciate his knowledge, honesty, and kindness ! I recommend him 100%!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Long wait times
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Feb 03, 2022
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He is dishonest and useless but he has got a nice smile on his face.
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
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Jan 01, 2022
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Dr Dobrowski is excellent, very experienced in his field and a caring person who will do his best to solve a problem, very supportive. His staff is also very responsive if you have a question. Overall his clinic feels more like a nice personal private office than a part of a large hospital which I think is rare and the result of his good influence. I feel lucky I ended up in his clinic.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Aug 01, 2021
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He did my complete thyroidectomy. In spite of my thyroid being very enlarged, he managed to do it with minimal complications (I have a little nerve damage in my neck, but that was always a possibility).
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Tina B in Cleveland, OH – Jul 13, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. John Dobrowski is a board-certified ear, nose & throat doctor and sleep specialist at Mass. Eye and Ear. He offers care for general ENT and sleep disorders.

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Sleep Medicine

  • Sleep Medicine Otolaryngology

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  • Walter Reed Army Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1980

  • Saint Louis University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1979
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
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Sleep Medicine
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Massachusetts Eye and Ear243 Charles St Boston, MA 02114
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Practice

Massachusetts General Hospital55 Fruit St Boston, MA 02114
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    55 Fruit St
    Boston, MA 02114
    Recipient of 31
    hospital awards

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

    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

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    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.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    21% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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