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Dr. John Westfall, MD

Dr. John Westfall, MD

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

Dr. John Westfall, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Angola, IN and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Lutheran Hospital of Indiana and Parkview Noble Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

424 Williams St Angola, IN 46703

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Westfall specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Westfall's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Westfall

2.8
16 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
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1 star
56%
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Told me it's a swollen lymph node didnt bother looking at the ultrasound or the xrays the guy is a joke
What went well
No results
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Nov 05, 2020
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He was horrible. Totally disregarded why I was in there. Insulted my pcp saying he didn’t think I have ever had fluid in my ears when my pcp has said otherwise several times. Don’t waste your time. His bedside manner needs work too. Arrogant.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 13, 2020
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The Doctor insulted my Dr because he was “one of those young guys”. He went around the corner and told another Dr that there was nothing wrong etc. That other Dr didn’t necessarily agree and ordered more testing. It’s not just that his findings disregard all my symptoms, test findings, and prior medical Dr’s findings - but it’s HOW he disagreed. It was his dismissive and derisive tone. It was his insistence on asking the age of everyone I previously worked with. It was the fact that his tone indicated I might be making it up, and all in earshot because he had this convo around the corner to a Asian Dr, and I felt bad for her. She was very nice to me, and he talked loudly at her (she was not hard of hearing) likely because she had a slight accent. Maybe it’s because he was so old he doesn’t understand that talking louder doesn’t make potential language barriers any easier.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Awatarius – Oct 08, 2019
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Very kind and gentle, professional. Made a scary experience not scary!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 15, 2019
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Very professional and a good bedside manner. Would highly recommend.
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
  • Long wait times
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Fort Wayne, IN – Jan 17, 2018
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All he was concerned about was getting me out of the office as quickly as he could. Didn't want to take the time to find out what was bothering me. Don't waste your time.
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
2 others found this helpful
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New Bavaria, OH – Nov 02, 2017
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I will never return to Dr. Westfall, nor will I recommend him to anyone. He spent less than 5 minutes with me & did not listen to what I said. He cut me off from what I was saying multiple times & basically told me I was suffering from allergies but I was fine. He offered nothing else. Please explain to me why my teeth hurt, head throbs, head is plugged & I wake up sweating, etc. This is normal to him and I can get an xray when I am bad (If I am not bad now, not sure what he thinks is bad).
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Ohio – Nov 02, 2017
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Spent all of 4 minutes on me...didn't seem to care about any of my symptoms. He literally at one point ignored what I was saying and just kept on talking about how my lymph nodes weren't "that swollen" They hurt tho!!!!!. I went to see him because both sides of my face in the cheek region are extremely painful....to the point where I just sit and cry sometimes. I can feel lumps in my face where it hurts....he basically told me it was all in my head, Worst doctor I have ever been to.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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 others found this helpful
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fort wayneFor Indiana – Oct 08, 2017
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Dr. Westfall was our daughters surgeon and he was very kind and respectful. He sat down with us and answered all of our questions and he made us feel at ease. We were very happy with him and the staff at the surgery center.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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New Haven, IN – Jul 30, 2017
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I wasn't accurately diagnosed. I wasn't given the time of day. A family medicine doctor accurately diagnosed me later and actually cared and tried to help me. It ended up being a simple diagnoses--one that potentially saved me from losing my hearing in my early twenties.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
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 others found this helpful
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Victim Of A Bad Doctor in Ft Wayne, IN – Mar 27, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Westfall, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Angola, IN and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such...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.

  • Iu Health University

    Residency Hospital, 1982
  • St Vincent Hospital And Health Services

    Internship Hospital, 1980
  • Indiana University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Self designated 
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Jonathan Alley D.O. PC424 Williams St Angola, IN 46703
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Parkview Regional Medical Center

    11109 Parkview Plaza Dr
    Fort Wayne, IN 46845
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (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

    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.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% 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
  • Parkview Noble Hospital

    401 N Sawyer Rd
    Kendallville, IN 46755

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Paulding County Hospital

    1035 W Wayne St
    Paulding, OH 45879

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    80%
    Patients said they always received help quickly from hospital staff

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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