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Dr. Thomas Herendeen, MD

Dr. Thomas Herendeen, MD

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

Dr. Thomas Herendeen, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Fort Wayne, IN and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with Lutheran Hospital of Indiana. He is accepting new patients.

2.9 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 2.9 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Practice

10021 DuPont Circle Ct Fort Wayne, IN 46825

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Herendeen specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. See reviews
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Dr. Herendeen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Herendeen

2.9
26 ratings, 18 with a written review
5 star
42%
42%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
8%
8%
2 star
4%
4%
1 star
46%
46%

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Unprofessional
Instead of doing the job he's hired to do. He let's his personal judgements of people get in the way or he lacks the experience and knowledge to preforme proper procedures. He lied and let my perforated septum which could of been fixed first time I came in get so bad that gonna have to have a surgery never should of had to if he would of done his job instead of judging. Said I would have to live like this for rest of my life. Seen another doctor out of there little group can be fixed he lied.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Feb 26, 2025
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I had a problem with constant drooling. I first saw a NP, who started me out on medication that would decrease saliva production. She said if that did not work, they would progress to “B”injections to boost the cheek muscles. The next visit was with this doctor. It was obvious didn’t review the case beforehand because I had to repeat my condition several times. He did not agree with the treatment regiment nor did he think that me constantly drooling was a problem. After I was insistent, he reluctantly re-prescribed the medication prescribed by the NP. Only he didn’t send it through, and I had to call the practice to follow up. Then, he only refilled it once. Given my experience with the doctor, I tried to reach out to the NP I originally saw. The person I spoke with over the phone didn’t know what I was talking about and asked me to repeat my story several times. She then told me the NP quit. It was clear this place was a hot mess. I went to another doctor.
What went well
  • Wait times
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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Steve – Sep 15, 2024
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Terrible bedside manner!
I have been to see Dr. Herendeen for several visits with the same complaint. He doesn't listen, cuts you off, and rushes out the door. Terrible bedside manner and clearly doesn't care about his patients. Get them in and get them out. I will not be returning as I have put enough money in this man's pocket and have gotten absolutely nothing out of it. I will be seeing my family physican again for a referal to a doctor who actually cares and wants to help.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Apr 17, 2023
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Not sure if overworked or just didn't care.. BUT..
I normally don't do reviews but since the office continues to ask for it, here ya go. He acted as if he had no time to address my concerns or questions this day. In & out within seconds it felt like. I had to go to yet another doctor, AFTER WAITING MONTHS TO BE SEEN HERE, for my issue to be taken care of. I kept telling him, along with 2 others (nurse & then whoever does hearing test) how much pain I was in, my ear would drip pus, etc & was told it was tmj. What I was describing aren't symptoms of tmj. After getting in elsewhere, being prescribed eardrops & an oral medication, I am now back to normal. Very sad how places like this treat certain individuals.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Mar 23, 2023
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Great care, very satisfied
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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Peter – Mar 05, 2023
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EXCELLENT care. Very informative and made me feel much more comfortable with my difficult condition.
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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Theresa – Oct 19, 2022
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Rude and total waste of an appointment and time. Same doctor that joked when my child was sick saying "atleast he doesn't have ebola" will never see him again.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Dec 14, 2021
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I’m having surgery 1 6 2021 in a couple hrs hoping n praying everything goes well feeling very nervous can’t sleep that’s also normal every time I go to surgery... ... my office visit with him went very well I really felt that he will be able to help me . to me he appears to be a very Smart intelligent man that’s why I agreed to let him do my surgery ...... My last surgery was a woman eight years ago she terrified me hope and praying he’s a awesome ear nose throat , never wanna go through what I went through with her . I Will be letting everybody know exactly how I feel about my surgery 1 8 2021 saying my prayers !!!!!!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Lydia – Jan 06, 2021
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He had been my Dr for over 18 or 19 years. He has always been very patient, always listens and pays attention. He also took very good care of my son.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Cindy Sztuk – Apr 15, 2020
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Excellent service thanks to Dr Herendeen for caring for our family..We APPRECIATE you and all you do.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Padilla – Apr 15, 2020
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Dr. Herendeen was highly recommended to me for my high risk melanoma removal surgery around my temple. He performed a very aggressive surgery leaving me virtually scar free. I also appreciated the time he spent with me during our follow-up appointments; I never felt rushed and he answered all my questions in a professional but friendly manner. His staff was exceptional also. I will always be grateful to 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
3 others found this helpful
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Beth and Paul Kline – Mar 29, 2020
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Too long of a wait. Even in the early morning. How can he be so far behind in the morning.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Feb 05, 2019
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Dr. Herendeen does not do what he says he is going to do in his surgery. He said he would do a skin Transplant, but I came out scalped. I don't trust him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
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
  • Long wait times
7 others found this helpful
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Apr 08, 2018
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If you're looking for someone who is rude, condescending, and has the bedside manner of a disgruntled frat boy, this is your guy! As for me, I will be steering clear.
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
  • Long wait times
8 others found this helpful
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S. Kathleen in Fort Wayne – Dec 20, 2017
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He was rough with my injury every visit. He was not informative. Acted as if I wasn't even in the room. He is in, then out. No communication. He leaves no time for questions or answers. Worst experience I've ever had.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
7 others found this helpful
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Columbia City, IN – Feb 08, 2017
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Exceeded expectations. Will recommend him to anyone needing his services
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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Randy Webber in Ft Wayne, IN – Jun 21, 2016
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I had fallen and pushed the left side of my nose over to the right side.. I was unable to breath well and my nose was now shaped like an S. I cried each time I looked into a mirror. Dr H said he could help my breathing but could make no promises regarding the appearance of my nose but would try to improve it as much as he could. Not only did he fix my breathing he fixed my nose to better than it was prior to my fall. I have already recommended Dr Herendeen to 4 others. HE IS THE BEST!!!!
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
6 others found this helpful
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Darlene Webber in Ft Wayne, IN – Jun 21, 2016
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He didn't even know anything about his patient before he suggested she needed surgery! He talked as if his patient wasn't even there!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
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
3 others found this helpful
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Jan 27, 2016
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About Me

biography

Education

Undergraduate: Indiana University, Bloomington, IN: B.A. Chemistry 1988

Medical School: Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN: 1992

Professional Training General Surgery: Methodist Hospital,...
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  • 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.

  • Tulane University Hospital And Clinics

    Fellowship Hospital, 1998
  • Iu Health Methodist

    Residency Hospital, 1997
  • Iu Health Methodist

    Internship Hospital, 1994
  • Indiana University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Locations

Practice

Ear Nose & Throat Associates PC10021 DuPont Circle Ct Fort Wayne, IN 46825
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Office7926 W Jefferson Blvd Fort Wayne, IN 46804
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Practice

Office3161 E Center Street Ext Warsaw, IN 46582
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Lutheran Hospital of Indiana

    7950 W Jefferson Blvd
    Fort Wayne, IN 46804

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

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

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