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Dr. Zachary Vandegriend, MD

Dr. Zachary Vandegriend, MD

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

Dr. Zachary Vandegriend, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Santa Maria, CA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Vandegriend has extensive experience in Sleep Apnea. He graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in 2009. He is affiliated with Marian Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

116 S Palisade Dr Ste 206 Santa Maria, CA 93454

Dr. Vandegriend 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
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Vandegriend specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology, Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery & Plastic Surgery & Facial Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Vandegriend's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vandegriend

4.1
14 ratings, 13 with a written review
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Thorough Dr.
Went in for 2nd opinion. Was told had cancer in the inner ear. Dr took a good look & explained his findings which was no cancer. He made perfect sense. Takes his job seriously, very thorough for such a busy man. I highly recommend him
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
4 others found this helpful
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Feb 28, 2024
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Extremely likely!
This Doctor is as professional and competent as any i’ve used. Well educated, and professional, as well as extremely honest. Deserved more than 5tars.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Ken Kimball – Sep 15, 2022
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Never again, he rushed through everything, didn’t examine me properly. He disagreed with everything my other Dr said and was rude about it as if we are all stupid. He offered NO suggestions to help at all. Waste of my time and money.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 others found this helpful
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Jul 16, 2021
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Dr. Zachary Vandegriend treated my chronic sinus problem very well with medication and NOT with surgery. His knowledge and follow-up with my case led him to believe it was not necessary. Two doctors that I visited earlier both recommended surgery requiring general anesthesia. I was glad to avoid that. Now several months later I am still doing much better - so thank you very much Dr. Vandegriend and his very polite staff. Best regards, M. Volk
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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M. Volk – Dec 18, 2020
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I like Dr. Vandegriend he is very helpful. Explains all the info and willing to help.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Ruthcel in Santa Maria , CA – May 29, 2019
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An amazing caring Dr. I had a very bad issue with nosebleeds, and he and his assistant were so kind, caring, and explained every step of my procedure. Making me as comfortable as possible. Thank you so much
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
2 others found this helpful
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Connie in Santa Maria, CA – Nov 15, 2018
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Came in to see him in Santa Maria. He said I was imagining things and that I had PTSD from coughing. He clearly stated that I had irritation but then did nothing to help. Now I have to go to the ER because my uvula is crazy swollen and infected. Terrible DR. Just see anyone else. He's not worth the risk or the time.
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
9 others found this helpful
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D. Littlejohns in San Luis Obispo, CA – Oct 16, 2018
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Dr. VandeGriend has been a great doctor to me. He took the time to listen & answered all our questions regarding my symptoms. It’s been a year that I’ve been under his care and have always had a good experience with him and the entire staff.
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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Nipomo, Ca – Feb 12, 2018
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I visited Dr. Vandergriend to remove a small lesion on my scalp. I couldn't have been happier with his care. He was courteous, personable, and very respectful of my needs. Recognizing that a visit wasn't particularly convenient due to the drive time from work, he was able to do the procedure during the first office visit rather than scheduling a second visit. Additionally, he used dissolvable sutures so that I wouldn't need to return for a second visit to have them removed.
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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Jim Sullivan in Santa Maria, CA – Mar 20, 2017
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Went to my ENT, found a lump, did a needle biopsy, negative, then a larger lump on other side sent me for a CT Scan, results inconclusive, so I got in right away with Dr. Vandegriend, he thoroughly explained the scan in a way my wife and I both fully understood. He scheduled surgery and removed a large fast growing benign tumor. He did an excellent job and I have no scar due to his talented post-surgery stitching! Recovery was short and painless, he did a great job! I highly recommend 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 others found this helpful
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Tom Skelton in Arroyo Grande, CA – Jan 28, 2017
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Dr. Vandegriend took excellent care of me before and after my surgery. I would highly recommend him to anyone of my family members or friends. I may have to have surgery on my other side of my thyroid, eventually, and I will definitely go to Dr. Vandegriend.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • 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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Paula West in santa maria – Nov 21, 2016
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I enthusiastically recommend Dr.Vandegriend..He is compassionate and a highly skilled surgeon. I had a rare and difficult case which he dealt with extreme care and compassion.
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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Margaret Miller in Arroyo Grande – Oct 25, 2016
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Dr. Vandegriend is very cordial, efficient, pleasant, professional and accommodating. I recommend him to everybody!!
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
5 others found this helpful
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Keysville, GA – Jun 13, 2016
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About Me

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care philosophy

I am excited to bring up-to-date solutions for all aspect of ENT with expertise in facial plastic surgery as well as nasal and sinus disease. It is important to find a surgeon that you can trust for honest advice and straight forward answers to complex problems.

biography

Dr. VandeGriend grew up in Oregon. After graduating Cum Laude at Willamette University where he was an all-conference pitcher, received his medical degree from Loma Linda University, graduating with Alpha Omega Alpha honors. He then went on to...read more
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai

    Fellowship Hospital, 2015
  • Wayne State University

    Residency Hospital, 2014
  • Loma Linda University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2009
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®
American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Plastic Surgery & Facial Surgery
Self designated 
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Dr. Vandegriend is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Unavail116 S Palisade Dr Ste 206 Santa Maria, CA 93454
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    Practice

    Office100 Kimel Forest Dr Winston Salem, NC 27103
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    Practice

    Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Ear Nose & Throat Greensboro1132 N Church St Ste 200 Greensboro, NC 27401
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    Practice

    Plaza Surgery Center525 Plaza Dr Ste 100 Santa Maria, CA 93454
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Marian Regional Medical Center

      1400 E Church St
      Santa Maria, CA 93454
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      74%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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