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Dr. Stefan Zechowy, MD

Dr. Stefan Zechowy, MD

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

Dr. Stefan Zechowy, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Santa Rosa, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Zechowy has extensive experience in Otologic Conditions & Procedures. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND AT BALTIMORE / PROFESSIONAL SCHOOLS in 1996. He is affiliated with Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 69 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (69 reviews)

Practice

1701 4th St Ste 120 Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Telehealth available
(707) 523-4528

Dr. Zechowy 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
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Zechowy specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Schedule an appointment.
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Zechowy's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Zechowy

4.7
69 ratings, 6 with a written review
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3 star
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2 star
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Dr. Zechowy is a really good doctor. He is smart, he explains things well, he listens, & is a compassionate doctor. I like him & trust him.
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
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Cathryn Gehring – Jan 14, 2021
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Longest wait times ever. Dr. Zechowy does not make eye contact, is dismissive, and rarely leaves me feeling like he cares about my complaints.
What went well
  • Office environment
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
4 others found this helpful
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Jan 19, 2019
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This is a great doctor. He is very thorough, very intelligent and probably the best doctor i’ve seen in awhile. I’d give him 10 stars. cj gehring
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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c.j. gehring in Santa Rosa, CA – Jan 19, 2019
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Doctor Zechowy is a wonderful doctor but his staff is extremely rude and unprofessional. Specifically, the two women working in the front desk. received nothing but negativity and unacceptable behavior from these two. Did not feel welcome at all because of them. Consider replacing for better business doc.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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mike in Cotati, CA – Jul 01, 2017
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Was not helpful at all. After reading positive reviews here, I went to him about a painful ear problem that had been ailing me for over a year. The advice I received was to try some Sudafed and (may personal favorite) wear a hat. Maybe he thought I was exaggerating? He seemed to be in a hurry to rush me out. It was a big disappointment because I had to save to go see him in the first place, now I have to start over to go see another specialist when I can. Scheduling was a nightmare as well.
What went well
  • Office environment
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
3 others found this helpful
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L.A.D. in Santa Rosa, CA – Mar 30, 2016
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Dr Zechowy talks very quickly and uses large words that are hard to understand. He does not seems very thorough when explaining CT scans and MRI's. I leave feeling more confused than when I came in. Still having the same problems with my ear, and the problem is worse if anything.
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
  • Long wait times
3 others found this helpful
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Denise in Lake, CA – Jan 12, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

He is a board-certified otolaryngologist and enjoys and practices all aspects of otolaryngology (ENT - Ear, Nose, Throat and Head & Neck Surgery). His areas of special interest and expertise include nasal and sinus surgery, ear surgery, sleep apnea surgery, as well as thyroid surgery.

biography

Dr. Stefan Zechowy graduated from Cornell University with a degree in Computer Science. After a year as a software engineer in Massachusetts he attended medical school. He graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine in 1996 and...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

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  • New England Medical Center Hosps

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools

    Medical School, 1996

  • University Of Maryland School Of Medicine

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

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    Locations

    Practice

    Marinhealth Otolaryngology-Head And Neck Surgery1701 4th St Ste 120 Santa Rosa, CA 95404
    1
    Northern California Medical Assoc. Inc.3536 Mendocino Ave Ste 200 Santa Rosa, CA 95403
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital

      1165 Montgomery Dr
      Santa Rosa, CA 95405
      Recipient of 11
      hospital awards

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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      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

      71%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      4% lower than the national average

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