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Dr. Sheila Ryan, MD

Dr. Sheila Ryan, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Sheila Ryan, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in Durham, NC and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT AND STATE AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE in 1989. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Duke University Hospital and Duke Regional Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

234 Crooked Creek Pkwy Ste 500 Durham, NC 27713

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Ryan 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
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Ryan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ryan

3.7
13 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
62%
62%
4 star
8%
8%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
31%
31%

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She saved my career as an airline pilot with the ethmoidectomy she did. Her's was the second opinion, and I'm so glad I too her advice and did not go with the unnecessary radical treatment that was suggested by another doctor.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Andrew Gandarillas – Feb 13, 2025
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Dr. Ryan was one of the most unprofessional and rude doctors I have ever seen. She was late, rough, did not listen to me, and did not believe me. I will not be seeing her again and I would not recommend her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Stella Bowers – Aug 03, 2021
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Great Doctor !!!
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
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John Brown – Jan 07, 2021
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Dr. Ryan was caring and compassionate. I found her very honest and explained the procedure in detail and gave us time to ask questions. The few times I had to send a message- I rec'd fast and courteous responses. I would highly recommend her as a competent, exceptional MD and surgeon.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Bahama, NC – Nov 11, 2016
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Dr. Ryan is awesome. She was quick in diagnosis my case and sent me to where I needed to have a surgical procedure done and I am am doing great now.
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
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Amelia Hicks in Roxboro, NC – Sep 29, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Sheila Ryan, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in Durham, NC and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from UNIVERSITY OF VERMONT AND STATE AGRICULTURAL COLLEGE in 1989. She is affiliated...read more
  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

*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 Of Vermont And State Agricultural College

    Medical School, 1989
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 
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.
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  • Spanish

Locations

Practice

Office234 Crooked Creek Pkwy Ste 500 Durham, NC 27713
1
Carolina ENT PLLC2609 N Duke St Ste 801 Durham, NC 27704
2

Practice

Duke Otolaryngology of Person County783 Doctors Ct Ste C Roxboro, NC 27573
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Duke University Hospital

    2100 Erwin Rd
    Durham, NC 27705
    Recipient of 12
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 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

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    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

    85%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    9% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Duke Regional Hospital

    3643 N Roxboro St
    Durham, NC 27704
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Person Memorial Hospital

    615 Ridge Rd
    Roxboro, NC 27573

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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