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Dr. Stilianos Kountakis, MD

Dr. Stilianos Kountakis, MD

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

Dr. Stilianos Kountakis, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Augusta, GA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School in 1988. He is affiliated with Augusta University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center

1120 15th St Augusta, GA 30912
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Dr. Kountakis' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kountakis

4.4
19 ratings, 10 with a written review
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Billing practices are suspect
I suffer empty nose syndrome. I was hopeful he would be able to assist me. He was not. I am not upset he was unable to help, but their billing practices are ridiculous. I strongly encourage ALL patients to double check their bill. You will be billed for the office visit, any procedure incurred and a mystery charge. It turns out the additional charge is a "facility" charge. Yep...they charge to step foot in the building. It is a $398 additional charge. Be careful!
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Robert Grimm – Jul 26, 2022
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I was nervous about my appointment because this was the first with Dr. Kountakis. He had a great bedside-manor. eased all my worries, diagnosed my condition quickly, shared a pamphlet about it, and administered test to confirm.. Dr. Kountakis diagnosed.my condition correctly. Thanks for such great customer care.
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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Janis – Feb 16, 2022
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I have had sinus issues my entire life, and have had 3 surgeries from 3 different doctors. Dr. Kountakis is the only one who has ever explained what I needed to do to help prevent the need for further surgery. In every office visit, I feel like I have had all my questions answered, and have received the best care available. Highly, highly recommend!
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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Angie A. – Aug 15, 2021
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Definitely
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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Feb 22, 2020
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Awesome doctor he really saved my life i would recommend him to anyone that has sinusitis or problems with your allergys he an awesome caring person.
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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Angela Trabis in Augusta, GA – Nov 15, 2018
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A few years back I was diagnosed with a rare serious sinus problem. About a year after my diagnoses my specialist moved to Maine. He was adamant that with my condition there were very few people in the southeast who understood it and were capable of treating me correctly. At that time, he recommended that I go see Dr Kountakis. Years later I couldn't be happier with him.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Kevin Staniszewski in Aiken – Mar 26, 2018
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He really didnt listen to my condition and history concerning my ongoing issues with sinus infections. He is not one to listen and to fully explain why certain issues are going on. I left feeling more confused than when I came in. if you are looking for a doctor that rushes in and rushes out, then he is your doctor.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
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
4 others found this helpful
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AUGUSTA – Nov 16, 2017
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Dr Kountakis and his staff's performance was non less than excellent! I would highly recommend his care to my loved ones and close friends. There is virtually no evidence of a procedure which highlights the skill and care for his craft. He was reassuring and confident throughout the process which helped immensely!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Xuehua Yang Carnegie in Augusta GA – Dec 07, 2016
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I had a severe sleep apnea, which caused me out of breadth, waking me up regularly in the middle of night. Dr. Kountakis has suggested me a surgery and explained in detail about how it will be done. He removed my enlarged two tonsils (tonsilectomy) and cut part of upper palate which draped and blocked the airway. Furthermore, he straightened abnormal nasal passage on my left nostril. Amazingly, after this surgery, which took about 2 hours, my sleep apnea was gone and I could breathe normally.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Hyung Kim in Augusta, GA – Mar 04, 2016
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Excellent, excellent surgeon!!! Had polypectomy in 2008 and haven't had to have any surgeries since. Since childhood with chronic sinusitis I hadn't gone more than 2 yrs before requiring more surgery. Very attentive to details...I told him about my tendency to bleed during surgery & have problems with nausea from anesthesia. First time after 10+ surgeries in my lifetime that I didn't have to be admitted for bleeding and/or nausea after surgery. I was actually able to go home the same day!!
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
9 others found this helpful
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Lydia Holt in Stapleton, GA – Dec 18, 2015
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About Me

care philosophy

Based in Augusta Georgia Augusta University Health is a world class health care network offering the most comprehensive primary specialty and subspecialty care in the region Augusta University Health provides skilled compassionate care to its patients...read more

biography

Stilianos E. Kountakis, MD, PhDProfessor and Chairman, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck SurgeryEdward S. Porubsky, MD Distinguished Chair in OtolaryngologyDirector, Rhinology and Skull Base Surgery FellowshipMedical College of Georgia...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • University Tex Hsc

    Residency Hospital, 1993

  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At Houston Mcgovern Medical School

    Internship Hospital, 1989

  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At Houston Mcgovern Medical School

    Medical School, 1988
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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    Locations

    Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center

    Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center1120 15th St Augusta, GA 30912
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    (706) 721-8623

    Surgery Center of Columbia County

    Surgery Center of Columbia County4300 University Pkwy Evans, GA 30809
    2
    (706) 854-3000
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