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Dr. Eric Genden, MD

Dr. Eric Genden, MD

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

Dr. Eric Genden, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Paramus, NJ and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Genden has extensive experience in Endocrine Surgical Procedures. He graduated from City University of New York School of Medicine in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mount Sinai West and Mount Sinai Morningside. He is accepting telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 47 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (47 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Areas of ExpertiseDr. Genden 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.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Genden's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Genden

4.8
47 ratings, 16 with a written review
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I saw Dr E Genden for a consult, my ENT recommended him. Dr Genden reviewed my medical history, meds and diagnostics. He discussed his thoughts and made recommendations accordingly. He is an extremely knowledgable, personal and caring physician.
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
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G. Kelly – Sep 25, 2024
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Simply the Best
Brilliance with heart. Combine those 2 in one doctor and you've had the great luxury of being treated by Eric Genden, a really fine doctor and good person. Within minutes of meeting with Dr. Genden, I knew I was being treated by the right doctor for me: compassionate, knowing, and highly skilled. Though his reputation preceded my appointment, what swayed me was my experience with him, from the initial consult through to a more difficult surgery. I may not like my scar but I love my doctor, and so will you.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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ruthblue – Jun 07, 2023
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Exceptional!
Excellent in every way: brilliant surgeon, compassionate physician, professional and trustworthy.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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May 23, 2023
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The Absolute Best
In my opinion, Dr. Genden is a godsend. He has performed life-saving surgery on my husband on two occasions and it is solely due to Dr. Genden's skilled hands that he is alive today. He is humble, compassionate, confident, brilliant and a very calming soul. One 15 minute discussion with him is enough to remove any doubt or concerns whatsoever about your treatment. He is a true gift to medicine and we consider ourselves so lucky to be in his care.
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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Linda Kapp – Sep 22, 2022
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Personable, knowledgeable and always available before and after my surgery. An exceptional doctor.
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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Philip Cohenca – Dec 12, 2020
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This review is 10 years overdue. Dr. Genden's expertise and surgical skill saved our mom (Arlene) and also enabled her to speak by strategically saving some parts of her vocal cords. He not only saved her life but gave her the chance to have another decade of great conversations! Our family still cannot thank him enough to this day!
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
4 others found this helpful
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Traycee E Morris – Mar 13, 2020
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Couldn’t have met a better Doctor! Well versed in all aspects of Head and Neck surgery. Unbelievable personality and bedside manner.
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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Joe Kotowski – Jan 09, 2020
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Best doctor I have ever met
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
2 others found this helpful
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Ashok Surana – Aug 30, 2019
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Dr. Genden took wonderful care of my father! I will forever be grateful for his medical expertise as well as having a great bedside manner!
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 29, 2019
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Dr. Genden removed my thyroid just 2 weeks ago. The surgery went very well under general anesthesia and I was able to go home the same day. He is one of the very best in the field. I had no drain put in and no stitches on my neck, but a tiny maybe 3-4 Cm incision in the natural crease on my neck. A tiny strip of some medical sticky material was covering my incision and fell off by itself less then 2 weeks after surgery. I am healing very well with no complications. Dr. Genden probably saved my life and I will be always very grateful to him and his team. I highly recommend Dr Genden and his team. Go to the BEST.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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May 01, 2019
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I visited several ENT's and Dr. Eric Genden was the best and top doctor that I visited. I was very nervous about having my surgery and the risks involved; chose him for my surgery. He explained the surgery thoroughly and again the day of surgery to me and my husband. Also, each surgery team member came out and introduced themselves and explained their position for my surgery, including RN, anesthesiologist ,etc. I highly recommend Dr. Eric Genden and his team!!
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
5 others found this helpful
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Islip, NY – Sep 01, 2017
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I visited several ENT's and Dr. Eric Genden was the best and top doctor that I visited. I was very nervous about having my surgery and the risks involve; chose him for my surgery. He explained thoroughly about the surgery and the day of surgery I requested to please explain to me and my husband the surgery. Also, each surgery team member came out and introduced themselves and explained their position for my surgery, including RN, anesthesiologist ,etc. Dr. Eric Genden and his team are highly!
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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Islip, NY – Aug 17, 2017
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Dr. Genden is professional, caring and compassionate. He saved my mother's live not once, but twice. We never feel rushed and he does not leave the treatment room until all of our questions are answered. It is without hesitation that I very highly recommend Dr. Genden.
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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Dr. Phyllis N. Merlino-Burniewicz in Lincroft, NJ – Dec 07, 2016
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Believes he walks on water. When he fails at an operation he takes no fault and worse then that he doesn't even follow up with patient when they have complications from surgery.
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
12 others found this helpful
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disgusted – Sep 30, 2016
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I cannot express what type of a doctor, he is all I know is that this man is god sent. I couldnt wait to write this review for everyone to see it and come to ease for whatever it is thay led you to this doctor. My surgery was preformed about 6 hours ago.Im 24 years old and healthy. I have a tumor on my parotid gland and thank god not cancer. This was my first surgery ever so me and my family were beyond nervous. I woke up in no pain and surgery went amazing. Id write more but i exceeded the word
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
9 others found this helpful
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Irena Roseto in Brooklyn, NY – Aug 10, 2016
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From the moment I met Dr. Genden I knew he was the dr. I wanted for my dads surgery. He's the best! His qualifications were never a question, but he's kindness & ease made me feel so comfortable with him. We had a little wait, but after the time he spent with us I would wait as long as I had to in order to be seen by 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
9 others found this helpful
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Francis Walsh in Englishtown, NJ – Jul 20, 2016
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Dr. Eric Genden, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Paramus, NJ and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Genden has extensive experience in Endocrine Surgical Procedures. He graduated from City University of New...read more
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

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  • Barnes - Jewish Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • City University Of New York School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1992
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Self designated 
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mount Sinai Hospital

    1 Gustave L Levy Pl
    New York, NY 10029
    Recipient of 27
    hospital awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
  • Mount Sinai West

    1000 10th Ave
    New York, NY 10019
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

    View all awards
  • Mount Sinai Morningside

    1111 Amsterdam Ave
    New York, NY 10025
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    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.

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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