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Dr. Joseph Vella, MD

Dr. Joseph Vella, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Vella, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in New Brunswick, NJ and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Pittsburgh Medical School in 2012. He is affiliated with medical facilities Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital at Rahway. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Locations

Rutgers - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School

Rutgers - Robert Wood Johnson Medical School10 Plum St Fl 5 New Brunswick, NJ 08901
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At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Vella specializes in the area of 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.
  • TrustworthyPatients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Vella's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Vella

4.1

18 ratings, 17 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
  • 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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Marijo – Nov 07, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 29, 2024
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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Jan 06, 2024
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Jan 10, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Par – Oct 19, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Tina – Oct 19, 2022
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Robert Harvey – Apr 07, 2022
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Maleeka – Mar 18, 2021
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Tracey Wijesinghe – Mar 16, 2021
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Mike E – Mar 05, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 25, 2021
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Camila Coelho – Feb 09, 2021
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What went well
  • 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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Michele – Jan 19, 2021
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Lori – Jan 14, 2021
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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Jeanette M – Nov 18, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
Helpful
J. Santiago – Nov 18, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 people found this helpful
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WaterStar – Oct 07, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Vella and his team seek to provide the most comprehensive facial plastic and reconstructive service to you and your child in a safe, caring, and responsive setting. Accepted Health Plan information is only as accurate as the most current information...read more

biography

A dual degreed, fellowship trained facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Dr. Vella received his medical degree and doctorate in bioengineering from the University of Pittsburgh.  He completed residency training in Otolaryngology-Head...read more
  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

  • Pediatric Craniofacial 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.

  • Suny Upstate Medical University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2019
  • University Of Rochester Strong Memorial Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 2018
  • University Of Pittsburgh Medical School

    Medical School, 2012
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital

    1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl
    New Brunswick, NJ 08901
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% 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
  • Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital at Rahway

    865 Stone St
    Rahway, NJ 07065

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

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

    3% lower than the national average

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