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Dr. Shawn Kosnik, DO

Dr. Shawn Kosnik, DO

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

Dr. Shawn Kosnik, DO is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Sylva, NC and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities Harris Regional Hospital and Highlands Cashiers Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

38 The Village Overlook Sylva, NC 28779
(828) 586-7474

Dr. Kosnik 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
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Kosnik 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
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Kosnik's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kosnik

4.0

13 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
69%
69%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
8%
8%
2 Star
8%
8%
1 Star
15%
15%

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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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Mike Buchanan – Sep 20, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jan 26, 2024
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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
6 people found this helpful
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Julie White in Hendersonville, NC – Oct 17, 2017
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About Me

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Dr. Shawn Kosnik, DO is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Sylva, NC and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1996. He is affiliated with medical...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1996
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. Kosnik is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Mountain Ear Nose & Throat Associates PA38 The Village Overlook Sylva, NC 28779
    1

    Practice

    Salyer Hearing Center40 Mitchell Rd Sylva, NC 28779
    2
    Office166 Holly Springs Park Dr Franklin, NC 28734
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Highlands Cashiers Hospital

      190 Hospital Dr
      Highlands, NC 28741

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

      86%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      9% higher than the national average

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

      5% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Harris Regional Hospital

      68 Hospital Rd
      Sylva, NC 28779
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

      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.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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