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Dr. Ronald Allen, MD

Dr. Ronald Allen, MD

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

Dr. Ronald Allen, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Valdosta, GA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Allen has extensive experience in Otologic Conditions & Procedures and Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from Augusta University Medical College of Georgia in 1990. He is affiliated with SGMC Health-Main. He is accepting new patients.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 93 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (93 reviews)

Practice

2910 N Patterson St Valdosta, GA 31602

Dr. Allen is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Allen specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Allen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Allen

4.8
93 ratings, 82 with a written review
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Everyone is very nice. Dr Allen is the best in my opinion.
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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Apr 25, 2025
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Very Nice
Everything was very good. Check in desk was nice and easy. Dr Allen was very nice and listened.
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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Apr 24, 2025
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Very personable and informative!
I enjoyed having an educational convo about my child’s problem and a good way to fix it! Very great with kids and very good bedside manner. I wish I would have known about him sooner.
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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Mar 26, 2025
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Dr Allen takes awesome care of all his patients,,especially cancer survivors
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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Nolan barnes – Feb 21, 2025
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Dr. Allen truly cares about me. He shows compassion and explains what is going on.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 13, 2025
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The best ENT in the south!
Dr. Allen is an amazing ENT! Hes done 3 of my daughter’s surgeries from ages 1-5. He’s very knowledgeable, very personable and all around a great Dr.
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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Demi Colobro – Feb 01, 2025
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Very professional practice!
The office staff is so helpful. Waiting time was minimal , nice office also.
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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Jan 31, 2025
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Dr. Allen is a very caring doctor. He did a thorough exam of my ear and explained to me what was going on. The office staff is extremely nice.
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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Jan 29, 2025
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Pleasant visit
Dr. Allen is always so patient and kind. He takes the time to explain things and is genuinely concerned about his patients.
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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Jan 26, 2025
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Very personable and provided thorough information.
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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Dec 13, 2024
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Awesome Doctor
This doctor is so nice My daughter’s right eardrum was totally clogged. She could not hear she was in panic mode. They got her back the next day at 8 AM and got the hard stuff out her ears. I will forever be grateful to this place. My daughter was so scared and sad and this doctor, totally saved the day. Thank you, Dr.
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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Deandra Drew – Nov 21, 2024
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M.I.A
Can?t give you a review. Had an appt at 4:15pm office closes at 5pm. Dr Allen left for the day while I was in the waiting room. I left work early for this scheduled appointment. Front desk was honest in telling me he just randomly leaves at the end of the day. They usually know when he?s leaving and catches him if he still has patients. I was asked to reschedule but chose to see the NP instead. This was a horrible experience and I am very upset about the blatant disregard for my time and needs as a patient. Yes, I am taking this treatment very personal. The wait for the NP wasn?t long and she listened to my concerns.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
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
  • Long wait times
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Nov 20, 2024
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Excellent customer care as usual.
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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Nov 08, 2024
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Dr Allen is extremely relatable and helpful. Wonderful doctor and a friend.Thanks Ron!
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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Kent Buescher – Sep 12, 2024
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Great experience
Dr Allen took the time to explain what and why he was doing the procedure. Very personal and caring. He has great bed side manners and truly cares about your well being and treating your problem. Very patient and makes sure he answers all questions prior to discharging you! Absolutely great Dr and 5 star experience with him and his staff! Highly recommend! Thank you for personally caring and making my experience comfortable. Dr Allen and his staff truly care about you! I can’t say enough wonderful things about them! 5 STAR
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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Bobby Diaz – Sep 04, 2024
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Fantastic
Fantastic, he fixed my issue.
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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Teebucket1313 – Sep 03, 2024
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Perfect
Dr. Allen is so kind, gentle, professional, and accurate. He is one of the best Physicians I have ever been to. He is perfect!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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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JB – Aug 30, 2024
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DR ALLEN
EVEN THOUGH THERE WAS SOME CONFUSION AS TO WHAT DR. I WAS SCHEDULED TO SEE IT WAS QUICKLY RESOLVED AND I PROMPTLY SAW DR ALLEN. AS USUAL HE WAS TERRIFIC CHECKING MY CONCERNS AND ASSURING ME THAT I NEEDED NO FURTHER CARE. TOTAL TIME IN OFFICE WAS 30 MINUTES FOR TOTAL CHECK OF EARS NOSE AND THROAT. DOESNT' GET ANY BETTER THAN THAT.
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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Aug 01, 2024
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Wonderful visit. Dr. Allen was most personable.
Dr. Allen was very interactive and personable.
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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Jerry Taylor – Jun 28, 2024
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Always
He is very knowledgeable
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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Martha chaney – Jun 20, 2024
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care philosophy

At ENT and Allergy Associates of South Georgia, all of our professionals are fully trained and experienced to provide you with the best healthcare related to your ear, nose, and throat issues. We want you to trust that you are getting the...read more

biography

Dr. Ronald Allen was born in Lakeland, GA, and grew up in Valdosta.  He graduated from Valdosta High School and attended Emory University where he got a B.A. in History.  He went to medical school in Augusta, GA, and was elected into...read more
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • University Of Utah

    Internship Hospital
  • Emory University

    Undergraduate School
  • Augusta University Medical College Of Georgia

    Medical School, 1990
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 
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Dr. Allen is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    1
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:30am - 11:30am
    • Directions

    Practice

    ENT of South Georgia Surgery Center LLC2805 N Oak St Valdosta, GA 31602
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • SGMC Health-Main

      2501 N Patterson St
      Valdosta, GA 31602

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

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