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Dr. Sanford Archer, MD

Dr. Sanford Archer, MD

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

Dr. Sanford Archer, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Lexington, KY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School in 1983. He is affiliated with University of Kentucky Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

740 Rose St Lexington, KY 40536
Telehealth available
(859) 257-5405

Dr. Archer 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. Archer specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Archer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Archer

4.0

27 ratings, 13 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
4%
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1 Star
22%
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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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MiowMe – May 10, 2022
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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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Feb 06, 2022
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
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
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
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Amy S Dury – Jul 14, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Apr 28, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Shelley Bernard in Lexington, KY – Oct 29, 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
3 people found this helpful
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Pamcoleman in KY – Jul 02, 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
3 people found this helpful
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J. Parsons in Lexington, Ky – Mar 20, 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
Helpful
Renee in Monticello Ky – Feb 10, 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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Tara – Jan 15, 2018
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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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
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wanda in lexington, ky – Sep 20, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Michael Robinson in Lexington, KY – May 18, 2016
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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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
8 people found this helpful
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Lexington, KY – Feb 16, 2016
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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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
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Lexington, KY – Feb 10, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Thorough, cost-effective and comprehensive care in a friendly environment by treating all patients as if they were family. The good kind!

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Sleep Medicine Otolaryngology

  • Laryngology

  • Rhinology

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

  • Allergy

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Ky College Med

  • University Iowa Hosps

    Residency Hospital, 1988

  • Micahel Reese Hospital Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1985

  • Rosalind Franklin University Chicago Medical School

    Medical School, 1983

  • Wake Forest University

    Undergraduate School, 1977
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Dr. Archer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    University of Kentucky Chandler Medical Center740 Rose St Lexington, KY 40536
    1

    Practice

    Kentucky Children's Hospital800 Rose St Lexington, KY 40536
    2
    Kentucky Medical Services Foundation Inc.2333 Alumni Park Plz Ste 200 Lexington, KY 40517
    3

    Practice

    Lexington VAMC1101 Veterans Dr Lexington, KY 40502
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • University of Kentucky Hospital

      800 Rose St
      Lexington, KY 40536

      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

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

      4% higher than the national average

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