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Dr. Arjun Joshi, MD

Dr. Arjun Joshi, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*

Dr. Arjun Joshi, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Washington, DC. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Inova Fair Oaks Hospital and Inova Fairfax Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (21 reviews)

GW Ear, Nose & Throat Center - West End: 2300 M Street

2300 M St NW Fl 4 Washington, DC 20037
Telehealth available

Dr. Joshi 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. Joshi 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
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Joshi's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Joshi

4.3
21 ratings, 12 with a written review
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Dismissive and rude
Honestly, I thought he would be kind or helpful based on reviews. He was super dismissive, belittling, and rude. Had 1 helpful suggestion.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Mar 06, 2025
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I saw Dr Joshi for a surgical consult on a thyroid cancer. He was absolutely phenomenal - he firstly got his own ultrasound and looked at the entire situation himself along with the reports I had sent to verify the situation. Then he gave me all the options I had, showed me the positives and negatives and then helped come to a choice as well. His team was amazing (Lauren, Ingrid from office as well as the team at GWC. Everybody from the anaesthesia to the post op was phenomenal. My surgery went very well in Dr Joshi’s hands and he handled all complications. I had no terrible after effects in his hands. I would urge you to do your homework properly when it comes to choosing a surgeon and don’t go based on number of reviews available publicly. I’m so glad to have been treated by him and would highly recommend him if you have any such oncology or head neck needs !
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Miss Desai – Jun 27, 2024
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Extremely arrogant doctor.
During several months of treatment for cancer, I had several visits with Dr. Joshi. This doctor is extremely arrogant; he looks the patient down and has no 'bedside etiquette. On my last visit for an endoscopy, the nurse showed up and put some anesthetic in my nose. I was left there for more than half an hour. By the time Dr. Joshi showed up the anesthetic had worn out and the camera going down my nose was hurting. Dr. Joshi started yelling at me and telling me to band and sit still. A few months later, I had a letter from Medicare regarding the incident. I had not reported him. So, the intern who was in the room and witnessed this arrogant doctor's behavior must have reported him. Ear, Nose, and Throat GW Ear, Nose & Throat Center - West End: 2300 M Street 1860 Town Center Pkwy #420, Reston, VA 20190
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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KHB – Mar 03, 2023
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I approached Dr. Joshi to treat me for papillary thyroid cancer based on his education and experience. He was very systematic in his approach and performed surgery only after ruling out all other options. I was scared of the potential risks of the surgery but I am recovering well. Dr. Joshi is an excellent surgeon and 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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Dec 15, 2022
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I recently was treated by Doctor Arjun Joshi for a thyroglossal duct cyst that had become infected. I had first visited another ENT group in the greater Washington area who treated the cyst with antibiotics to stop the infection and swelling, but they were recommending surgery to remove the cyst to prevent reoccurrence of infections. Due to the cysts position the doctor was suggested I contact Dr Joshi for a consult on the cyst and I am very glad I did. Dr Joshi however recommended that I first consider something called Sclerotherapy to treat the cyst. Sclerotherapy is much less invasive and is often used to treat varicose veins. Dr Joshi performed the Sclerotherapy in an outpatient setting in a quick procedure with excellent results I would encourage any patient with a thyroglossal duct cyst to get an opinion on sclerotherapy before considering surgery, it is a far less painful and involved experience. I am very thankful to Dr Joshi for being aware of this procedure.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Aug 27, 2020
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Assessed my condition quickly but also too additional precautions to make sure the diagnosis is correct
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
Helpful
Feb 14, 2020
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I personally recommend him highly. He removed a stone in my salivary duct. He is extremely knowledgeable, warm, friendly, put me a ease. Explained the procedure, answered my questions, and looked @ me when he was talking to me. A lot of doctors don't do that. I was expecting the worse, not so! Need an expert, go see him. Had to make the trip from to his washington, DC office, worth the trip!
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
Helpful
jsaxton in Montgomery Village, MD – Nov 21, 2018
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If you found Dr. Joshi you found the right doctor. I picked him as my head and neck surgeon after researching and meeting with other specialists. I had a pleomorphic adenoma (tumor in my parotid salivary gland) it was benign but had to come out. Without a doubt he knew what he was doing. I'm a month post-op and feeling great!
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
8 others found this helpful
Helpful
Arlington, VA – Dec 08, 2017
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I was sent to Dr. Joshi after 4 other hospitals and clinics failed to identify my illness . Dr. Joshi identified my cancer of the voice box and without hesitation told me the best option. I had done my own research and knew what was wrong with me and his advise was exactly what I expected. No Chemo or radiation. Just get the disease tissue out and get me back to life. . He was confident about my situation and how to best handle it. I'll be forever grateful to you, Dr. Joshi, for saving my life
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
Helpful
Gerald Di Carlo in Hyattsville, MD – Nov 10, 2017
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I had surgery with dr joshi on oct 13 for acinic cell carcinoma which is cancer of the saliva gland. When i first met Dr Joshi in his reston office i was impressed and felt at ease the minute he started talking to him about the procedure. On Oct 13 Dr Joshi was nice to me and my family. I met some of the wonderful ent staff and they are all first class and extremely nice. After my surgery Dr Joshi took the time and found my family and explained the procedure. Dr Joshi is a true professional
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
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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joseph brinkos in Frederick, MD – Oct 21, 2016
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My Name Is "John P Davall",And I Had Surgery On My Salivary Gland To Remove A Cancer Tumor... And I Promise You..."DR.JOSHI WAS THE BEST THING SINCE SLICED BREAD!" THERE'S NOT A BETTER E.N.T. SURGEON IN THE D.M.V.
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
6 others found this helpful
Helpful
John P. Davall in Washington ,D.C. – Sep 22, 2016
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I just had a salivary stone removed by Dr. Joshi and would highly recommend him. His knowledge of the anatomy of the gland, his expertise in less invasive, effective removal of the stone, his time and explanation of the procedure, and his compassion made me feel completely at ease and confident in my choice of selecting him as the surgeon for my procedure. I didn't even need the pain medicine after the surgery and am recovering well.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
11 others found this helpful
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Virginia Beach, VA – Feb 07, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Arjun Joshi, MD is board-certified in Otolaryngology and Head & Neck surgery by both the American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He is also an associate professor with...read more

biography

Arjun Joshi, MD is board-certified in Otolaryngology and Head & Neck surgery by both the American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He is also an associate professor with...read more
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • State University Of New York / Health Science Center At Syracuse

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Dr. Joshi is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    GW Ear, Nose & Throat Center - West End: 2300 M Street

    GW Ear, Nose & Throat Center - West End: 2300 M Street2300 M St NW Fl 4 Washington, DC 20037
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    GW Ear, Nose & Throat Center - Reston

    GW Ear, Nose & Throat Center - Reston1860 Town Center Dr Ste 420 Reston, VA 20190
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Inova Fairfax Hospital

      3300 Gallows Rd
      Falls Church, VA 22042
      Recipient of 42
      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™ (2024, 2023)

      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

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      18% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

      3600 Joseph Siewick Dr
      Fairfax, VA 22033
      Recipient of 24
      hospital awards

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

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

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      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.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      12% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • George Washington University Hospital

      900 23rd St NW
      Washington, DC 20037

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

      81%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% lower than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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