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Dr. Stephen Wheless, MD

Dr. Stephen Wheless, MD

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

Dr. Stephen Wheless, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Knoxville, TN and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of North Carolina School of Medicine in 2011. He is affiliated with medical facilities Parkwest Medical Center and Fort Loudoun Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

9430 Park West Blvd Ste 330 Knoxville, TN 37923
Telehealth available

Dr. Wheless 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. Wheless 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
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Wheless' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wheless

4.6
10 ratings, 9 with a written review
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Great Bedside Manners
Dr. Wheless takes time to explain a procedure and test results. He comes into the exam room with a smile and can brighten your day. If he sees a problem that isn't something he can handle he will recommend other doctors to treat you.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Michael M. – Aug 10, 2024
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Great Dr
He is pleasant and very knowledgeable takes time to explain and listen to all our questions. Came into to talk to us before surgery and met with family afterwards can’t say enough things about the care we received everything was perfect. I’m a retired nurse and would highly recommend Dr Wheless he’s great and the staff liked him too
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Parrish family – Mar 17, 2024
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Thankful Finally Well
My husband had had excessive mucous for years and snorted and clears all the time and was very annoying to me! Doctors called it just one of those things! Sometimes gerd! We went to see Doctor Wheless in hopes a specialist could help!! He prescribed the right medicine and he has been well since! Finally we both can rest! He is a good listener too! Thankful!
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
Thankful Finally Well – Jul 01, 2023
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Best you will find
Dr. Wheless is the kindest and most efficient specialist i have ever seen. He listens and is very clear about what he can do for and what he can't. In my case surgery was the answer. In his care my surgery was scheduled quickly, went flawlessly, and he was great in his follow up care leading to a rapi recover. I recommend him to anyone and everyone looking for an ENT.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Ana J – Aug 14, 2022
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After telling him I didn't have a sinus infection, he was very determined to prescribe me to 30 days of a powerful antibiotic that has many side effects. Well, that didn't help because I didn't have a sinus infection, but I dealt with a month of side effects include GI issues. On the next visit, he refused to retrieve a CT scan I had a month before from another doctor and refused to continue any more service until I had another one performed at his office. $660 later and he didn't help me at all. His bill claims that he performed a surgery, which is just ludicrous. I don't recommend him, and I feel a bit scammed. He seems like just another doctor looking to work a broken system while the patient and insurance pays the bill.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Jan 31, 2020
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Dr. Wheless has great technical expertise with a very nice "bedside" manner!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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May 21, 2019
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Wonderful experience. My husband and I left the office feeling like part of the TEAM - TEAM Dr. Wheless, his Nurse Amber, his Assistant Kayla and the rest of his staff - with a plan of action for my unique circumstances. Welcome to Tennessee and I hope you feel as welcomed as you all made us feel. You have that special something that makes a great doctor and I look forward to working with you toward better life ahead.
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
9 others found this helpful
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Pamela H in Ten Mile, TN – Oct 23, 2016
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Dr.Wheless and his nurse Amber treated me better than any other medical office I've ever be to. Dr.wheless took his time in getting to the root of the problem and finding a solution to treat. I've felt better than I ever have and that is priceless. I highly recommend this doctor and his wonder staff! Amber was quick to have me scheduled for my test that were ordered and was helpful in answering any questions I sent her way. The result were given in a very timely manner. Thank you all.
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
11 others found this helpful
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Lenoir City, TN – Oct 14, 2016
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Dr. Stephen A. Wheless was such a breath of fresh air when it comes to physicians. He was the consumate professional, extremely thorough, kind, caring, personable, an intent listener and walked me through the entire evaluation. I had to have several tests and he reviewed each result with me and then thoroughly explained our course of action to treat my illness. East Tennessee has struck gold by bringing Dr. Wheless to our area. 10 Gold Stars & Welcome Dr. Wheless!
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
12 others found this helpful
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D. Hess in Knoxville, TN – Sep 22, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

As a general Otolaryngologist, I treat the spectrum of medical and surgical diseases that fall under Head & Neck Surgery. My clinical interests include: allergy and sinus disease, ear and hearing problems, salivary gland disorders and sialendoscopy,...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.

  • University Of Vermont Larner College Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2016
  • University Of North Carolina School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2011
  • University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

    Medical School, 2011
  • Davidson College

    Undergraduate School, 2006
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 
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

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

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    Locations

    Practice

    Tennessee Ear Nose & Throat Consultants PC9430 Park West Blvd Ste 330 Knoxville, TN 37923
    1
    Office576 Fort Loudon Medical Center Dr Ste 207 Lenoir City, TN 37772
    2

    Practice

    Office501 20th St Ste 204 Knoxville, TN 37916
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Parkwest Medical Center

      9352 Park West Blvd
      Knoxville, TN 37923
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Fort Loudoun Medical Center

      550 Fort Loudon Medical Center Dr
      Lenoir City, TN 37772
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      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.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% lower than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
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