background
background
Dr. Scott Walen, MD

Dr. Scott Walen, MD

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

Dr. Scott Walen, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Harrisburg, PA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Saskatchewan / College of Medicine in 2006. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mercy Hospital St. Louis and SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Dr. Walen 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.
Read our methodology

  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Walen specializes in the area of Plastic Surgery & Facial Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital SatisfactionPatients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals

Experience Check

Search for experience in a specific area

Dr. Walen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Walen

4.4
14 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
86%
86%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
14%
14%

Your trust is our top concern.

We strive to keep reviews honest, trustworthy, and fair.

Doctors can not pay for good reviews, nor can they pay to have negative reviews removed.

We monitor all reviews to ensure they comply with our guidelines and don’t include personal information, profanity, libel, defamation, harassment, obscenity or fraud.

Any reviews that are deemed fraudulent or violate our guidelines will be removed immediately.

All reviews are confirmed and audited before publication, and community members have the ability to flag inappropriate content for further review by our team.

Extremely Happy with Doctor Walen.
Excellent appointment scheduling very Friendly Staff .Dr. Walen took his time to Listen and Explained every thing very well with out rushing and was very Honest with his Medical Advise and the Care he provided to me.. I was very comfortable with him from the beginning to the end. Very Pleased with Dr. WALENI'D GIVE A 10 STAR RATING IF I COULD..
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
Helpful
Edward B. – Sep 10, 2024
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Walen?
I honestly cannot say enough good things about Dr. Walen. Right from the beginning, through to my last visit with him - he was, without question, THE best "doctor experience" I've had. I went to him for a neck procedure. I was upfront with what I wanted - or what I did NOT want... (I told him I did NOT want a 20-yr-old neck, with my 70-yr-old face... I wasn't out to look "young" - I was out to look "better".) He listened to me, and told me what he would do, based on what I'd told him. His proposal was sound, and I moved forward w. the surgery. His work was EXPERT (fellow doctor friends of mine are equally impressed!); no one says to me "Hey, did you get neck work done?" Instead, people are coming up to me, saying "Boy, you look good!" Exactly what I wanted. Dr. Walen was caring - his pre AND post surgery interactions were fantastic. He was there (via texts/e-mail) whenever I had a question. He alleviated any concerns. I cannot say ONE negative thing about my experience. A++
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Victor V. – Sep 06, 2023
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Walen?
He's a good listener and excellent practitioner.
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
C. S. – Jun 20, 2023
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Walen?
Wonder physician! My undereye area looks alert and refreshed.
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Anonymous A. – Jun 29, 2021
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Walen?
Dr Walen explained procedure step by step. He was gentle performing his work. He answered all my questions . My comfort as important to him. It was A great experience.
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
K. M. – Jun 14, 2021
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Walen?
Loved it!
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Anonymous A. – May 18, 2021
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Walen?
Dr. Walen was so awesome. He explained everything very well and was so gentle. The nurse was top notch and so thorough and sweet!! Just a wonderful experience!!
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
Helpful
Marcy S. – Mar 08, 2021
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Walen?
Quick and time efficient while still educating me on the issue. Very comfortable in his skill and confidence in handling the surgery.
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
Helpful
Heather H. – Mar 02, 2021
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Walen?
Dr Walen was arrogant, condescending and pompous. He only cared about making money off of my appointment and couldn't answer any of my questions in details. He instead made suggestions about things I needed to fix.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
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
Helpful
Feb 02, 2018
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Walen?
Doesn't call back with test results. Office staff is horrible!!!! Had a biopsy done, doctor failed to request biopsy to be graded and had me waiting an entire weekend with worry. Yes, I have cancer and never spoke to the doctor, just an unempathetic nurse who gave me zero information. Begged to get results sent to primary care doctor to figure out course of action. GO ELSEWHERE!!!!!
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Gerald in Lake Saint Louis, MO – Sep 18, 2017
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Walen?

Leave a review

How was your experience with Dr. Walen?

Is this your profile?

Respond to reviews, add information, and reach more patients. Claiming is free and only takes a minute.

Claim your profile

Insurance Check

Search for your insurance carrier and choose your plan type

About Me

care philosophy

Scott Walen, MD, is a double board-certified and specializes in facial plastic and\nreconstructive surgery.

biography

Scott Walen, MD, is a double board-certified, assistant professor in the division of\nOtolaryngology-Head and Neck surgery, and specializes in facial plastic and\nreconstructive surgery. He comes to us from Saint Louis University, where he served\nas...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.

  • Saint Louis University

    Fellowship Hospital, 2013
  • Washington University, St Louis

    Fellowship Hospital, 2012
  • University Of Calgary

    Residency Hospital, 2011
  • University Of Saskatchewan / College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2006
American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®
American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Plastic Surgery & Facial 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.

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

    Read our methodology

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Mercy Hospital St. Louis

      615 S New Ballas Rd
      Saint Louis, MO 63141
      Recipient of 21
      hospital awards

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

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital

      3635 Vista Ave
      Saint Louis, MO 63110

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality