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Dr. Susan Abernathy, DO

Dr. Susan Abernathy, DO

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

Dr. Susan Abernathy, DO is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Greeneville, TN and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from A. T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1978. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Bristol Regional Medical Center. She is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

1410 Tusculum Blvd Ste 2500 Greeneville, TN 37745
(423) 638-1291

Dr. Abernathy 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. Abernathy 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
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Abernathy's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Abernathy

3.5

10 ratings, 7 with a written review
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 25, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Tammy Durden – Mar 03, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
John R – Oct 03, 2019
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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
Helpful
Sarah – Oct 24, 2018
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What went well
No results
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
7 people found this helpful
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Greeneville, TN – Feb 25, 2017
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What went well
No results
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
6 people found this helpful
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John D in Greeneville, TN – Sep 03, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
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Mar 31, 2016
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Dr. Susan Abernathy, DO is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Greeneville, TN and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from A. T. Still University Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1978. She is...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • A. T. Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1978
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. Abernathy is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Greeneville Ear Nose & Throat Specialists MPLLC1410 Tusculum Blvd Ste 2500 Greeneville, TN 37745
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Vanderbilt University Medical Center

      1211 Medical Center Dr
      Nashville, TN 37232
      Recipient of 26
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

      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

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

      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

    • University of Tennessee Medical Center

      1924 Alcoa Hwy
      Knoxville, TN 37920
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

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

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

      2% higher than the national average

      80%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Franklin Woods Community Hospital

      300 Med Tech Pkwy
      Johnson City, TN 37604

      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

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

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality