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Dr. Douglas Sorensen, MD

Dr. Douglas Sorensen, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*

Dr. Douglas Sorensen, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Sorensen has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions, "Ear, Nose, & Throat Surgical Procedures", and Thyroid Disorders. He is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 59 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (59 reviews)

Locations

Franciscan Ear, Nose & Throat Associates at St. Jo

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(253) 366-5859

Dr. Sorensen 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 ExpertiseDr. Sorensen specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Patient CarePatients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. Sorensen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sorensen

4.2

59 ratings, 33 with a written review
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Dec 19, 2024
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Nov 30, 2024
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Nov 06, 2024
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Oct 31, 2024
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  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Oct 03, 2024
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Aug 18, 2024
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Jul 11, 2024
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Jul 10, 2024
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Jun 30, 2024
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Jun 07, 2024
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May 26, 2024
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Mar 29, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

Douglas Sorensen, MD, FACS, is a head and neck surgeon with advanced training in head and neck surgical oncology. He has extensive experience in thyroid and parathyroid surgery, including minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Sorenson also offers...read more

biography

Douglas Sorensen, MD, FACS, is a head and neck surgeon with advanced training in head and neck surgical oncology. He has extensive experience in thyroid and parathyroid surgery, including minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Sorenson also offers...read more
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

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  • Uniformed Services University Of Health Sciences, Bethesda, Md

    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. Sorensen is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • St. Joseph Medical Center

      1717 S J St
      Tacoma, WA 98405
      Recipient of 7
      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

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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