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Dr. Russell Otto, MD

Dr. Russell Otto, MD

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

Dr. Russell Otto, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Denton, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Missouri School of Medicine in 1988. He is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 42 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (42 reviews)

Practice

1209 Bent Oaks Ct Denton, TX 76210
Telehealth available
(940) 891-6100

Dr. Otto 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. Otto specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
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Dr. Otto's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Otto

3.7

42 ratings, 19 with a written review
5 Star
62%
62%
4 Star
7%
7%
3 Star
0%
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2 Star
2%
2%
1 Star
29%
29%

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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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Jim C. – Mar 15, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 31, 2021
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 25, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
1 person found this helpful
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Apr 05, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 19, 2021
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
2 people found this helpful
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Felt like "second class" patient... – Oct 23, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
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Lance – Feb 19, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 09, 2019
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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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Tex in Denton, TX – Jan 29, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 people found this helpful
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Nonya – Jun 14, 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
2 people found this helpful
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c. springer in denton – Mar 28, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 26, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Aleta Moores – Feb 12, 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
1 person found this helpful
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Krum – Nov 04, 2017
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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
3 people found this helpful
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John – Nov 01, 2017
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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
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Angela L in Denton, TX – Dec 28, 2016
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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
5 people found this helpful
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Happy patient in Denton, TX – Sep 09, 2016
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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
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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Denton, TX – Jul 06, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
7 people found this helpful
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disappointed in Denton, TX – May 21, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I have enjoyed taking care of patients for more than 25 years and look forward to each one.  I am blessed to have a kind, caring staff who  enjoy our patients - together we make every effort to ensure  a good outcome for each person we treat. 

biography

Dr. Russell J. Otto is a Board Certified Otolaryngologist serving the Texas area for more than 18 years. Dr. Otto is experienced in Head and Neck Surgery, Vertigo and Balance Disorders and Nasal Allergies. He is a member of the American Medical...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Brooke Army Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Otolaryngology Head And Neck Surgery - Brooke Army Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1994

  • Otolaryngology Head And Neck Surgery-brooke Army Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1994

  • University Of Missouri / Columbia Campus

    Internship Hospital, 1989

  • General Surgery-university Of Missouri-columbia Campus

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • University Of Missouri School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988

  • University Of Missouri-columbia B.s. Biochemistry

    Undergraduate School, 1981

  • University Of Missouri - Columbia B.s. Biochemistry

    Undergraduate School, 1981
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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Dr. Otto is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Practice

    Unavail1209 Bent Oaks Ct Denton, TX 76210
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Denton

      3000 N Interstate 35
      Denton, TX 76201
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      75%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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