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Dr. Michael Flaming, MD

Dr. Michael Flaming, MD

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

Dr. Michael Flaming, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Portland, OR and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Oregon Health & Science University in 1982. He is affiliated with Providence Portland Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

5050 NE Hoyt St Ste 655 Portland, OR 97213

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Flaming 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
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Flaming's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Flaming

4.1

22 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
5%
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1 Star
18%
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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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Feb 04, 2023
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
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R A – Jun 13, 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
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Terry B. – Apr 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
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Kelly Banducci – Sep 17, 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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Jul 31, 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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Jane Hubbard – Mar 17, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 08, 2020
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No results
What could be improved
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2 people found this helpful
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Jun 16, 2020
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What could be improved
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Jan 01, 2020
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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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Rebeccah Muliro in Portland, OR – Oct 17, 2018
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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
Helpful
Rebeccah Muliro in Portland, OR – Oct 17, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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May 07, 2018
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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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Celia R. in Portland, OR – Jan 05, 2017
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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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Vancouver, WA – Mar 12, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

It is my mission to provide the highest quality of care available, in a compassionate and caring manner. I encourage each patient to be an active participant in the treatment of his or her own condition. Patient education is imperative to my practice.

biography

Dr. Flaming received his MD from Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) in 1982. He later completed his internship in general surgery and completed his residency in Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Arizona. He focuses...read more
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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

  • University Az

    Residency Hospital, 1987
  • University Az

    Internship Hospital, 1983
  • Oregon Health & Science University

    Medical School, 1982
  • University Of California At San Diego

    Undergraduate School, 1978
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 
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. Information last updated March 29, 2025. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Board actions foundState licensing board
Within the last year

Locations

Practice

Office5050 NE Hoyt St Ste 655 Portland, OR 97213
1
The Oregon Clinic PC315 SE Stonemill Dr Ste 220 Vancouver, WA 98684
2

Practice

Office847 NE 19th Ave Ste 300 Portland, OR 97232
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Providence Portland Medical Center

    4805 NE Glisan St
    Portland, OR 97213
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    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

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

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