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Dr. Michael Otremba, MD

Dr. Michael Otremba, MD

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

Dr. Michael Otremba, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Newton, MA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from yale University in 2012. He is affiliated with medical facilities Brigham and Women's Hospital and Newton-Wellesley Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

2000 Washington St Ste 668 Newton, MA 02462
Telehealth available

Dr. Otremba 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
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Otremba specializes in the area of 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. Otremba's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Otremba

4.4
27 ratings, 23 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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1 star
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Great consultation!
I found him to be a great listener, explained things in a simple way, but would get into the details when I asked. He allowed plenty of time for me to ask all my questions and go through my entire history. his examination was very thorough, and he would explain everything that he was going to do before he did it. Highly recommend!
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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Andy P. – Feb 08, 2025
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His level of professionalism and attention to detail. I can’t say enough about his calm and reassuring nature of communication with his patients . I felt like I was in the right place at the right time when I first met Dr. Otremba . Total satisfaction and a successful FESS procedure .
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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Bernard Taylor – Dec 26, 2024
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Bad Experience
I was not listened to and left without any of my questions answered. Worst experience I have had in many years and can not trust clinical advice since doctor didn't even do a real exam.
What went well
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Sep 09, 2024
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Extremely efficient, knowledgable, helpful, thorough.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 15, 2024
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Thank you so much for your positive comments!
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Third visit with Dr. Otremba. He continues to be professional, smart and to the point. Have recommended him to three parishioners.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 25, 2024
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Thank you for your recommendation!
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excellent doctor
Asked questions, gave thorough information, very patient and helpful.
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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Nancy L. – Jun 24, 2024
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Excellent. Always listened to my problems and never rushed me with visits. Very good doctor that cares about his patients.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Dolores – Apr 15, 2024
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Doctor doesn't listen to you and rushes you out of appointment. Asks you the same question multiple times even though you answer it the same way every time. Does not review file and medications list. Argues about the smallest things. He asked what he can do for you instead of telling you your options. Does not follow Hospital masks procedures even though he will tell differently. Whole staff wore masks below their chin. I received a better physical exam from my PCP than this ENT. Save yourself the trip and find a better doctor with a better bedside manner. April, the practice manager, is miserable. She has no people skills and her attitude is a joke. She needs to find a new job because this is not her calling. Front desk is the only part of the visit that was pleasurable. They are very friendly and helpful. Currently in process with finding another doctor.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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KHR – Feb 15, 2024
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Excellent doctor
I have seen Dr. Otremba about a couple issues and he has been just so nice, professional and knowledgeable each time. One strength he has is good judgment to order tests such as imaging when needed but simply providing feedback and a clinical rationale when testing (beyond an exam/history) is not needed. Sometimes you get the feeling that a physician is either not ordering a test to be knee-jerk conservative or ordering one to be knee-jerk careful--but in Dr. Otremba's case, you get the feeling that he simply knows when testing is or is not indicated because he is experienced and has good clinical judgment. He is reassuring without being patronizing at all. He is also an awesome, humble and kind person. Top notch!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Sarah F. – Jul 24, 2023
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Vey pleasant, but feel he didn’t listen to my problem
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
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James Sauta – Mar 13, 2023
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Outstanding doctor
He is very kind and personable. He’s also very knowledgeable and took the time to ensure that I understood my thyroid issue and treatment. He also went above and beyond by listening to another issue I have with slight hearing loss and he did a thorough exam and correctly diagnosed me with TMJ issues and explained how to get relief. No other dr had been able to correctly diagnose my hearing and jaw pain before. I’m so grateful to have such an awesome dr and highly recommend him to everyone.
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
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Ron – Nov 23, 2022
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Respectful and thorough
I had a positive experience with Dr. Otremba. He listened to me thoroughly, treated me with respect, and was clear about what he knew or didn’t know based on the information we had.
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
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Jess – Aug 20, 2022
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Excellent Provider
I was referred to Dr. Otremba for a serious nasal condition. Incredibly concerned, I immediately felt at ease and confident in my receiving expert care. Knowledgeable, sensitive, informative, Dr. Otremba is the best. Staff are great as well.
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
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Steve S – Jun 28, 2022
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He's smart and caring
Always listens and is sympathetic. He takes the time to explain and I never feel rushed.
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
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Mar 14, 2022
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Dr. Otremba = Awesome
I was referred to Dr. Otremba through my PCP as I was having issues with my sinuses. He did an amazing and thorough analysis of my issues and determined that I had nasal polyps and a deviated septum . He was shocked that I was living with those conditions. So he formulated a game plan, made sure I understood all of his instructions, and performed the surgery to remove my nasal polyps and fixed my deviated septum. He stopped in to visit me soon after the surgery to offer me encouragement after the successful procedure. He follows up with me regularly to make sure I am recovering well, and has astutely addressed any concerns I have had along the way. I immediately felt better after the surgery, and a year later I am breathing like a new person. I refer to Dr Otremba as “My Savior” since he improved my quality of life, and I am ecstatic that he is part of my “Care Team”. I highly recommend that anyone with ENT issues make an appointment to make him a part of your “Care Team” as well!
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
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Ron DeRosa - Framingham, MA – Mar 03, 2022
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Outstanding! I feel like a new person!
I consulted with Dr. Otremba regarding my suspicion that my nasal polyps (previously removed 20yrs ago by a Dr in NJ) had returned. He listed intently, provided thoughtful feedback, used an extremely gentle touch in examining my sinuses and made great recommendations for treatment. He also set very realistic expectations for the outcome and addressed all of my concerns. 4 months later, I am on "the other side" of treatment and I feel like a new person - a new person with 0 sinus polyps, no sinus headaches, full sense of smell and a returned sense of taste. The outcome of treatment far exceeded my expectations. I can't say enough good things about my experience with Dr. Otremba and his staff.
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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Amanda C – Feb 10, 2022
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My primary care dr referred me to see an ENT specialist and gave me Dr. Otrembas name. I visited with Dr.Otremba he had examined me and knew exactly what was wrong with me after he had asked a series of questions. Dr.Otremba was wonderful to deal with. Very up front and thorough. He was extremely friendly. He also did surgery to repair my problems. The staff was wonderful. The day of my surgery the Dr came in with his team and I did not feel stressed out. They were on time and informative of what was to be expected. I highly recommend Dr. Otremba for his amazing bed side manner and knowledge of the issues I was having.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Peter Sarianides – Sep 23, 2021
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I highly recommend Dr Otremba, he is knowledgeable, very thorough, and personable with a great 'bedside manner'. He took the time to listen and even more importantly, spent time explaining the aetiology of my condition in a level of detail that made me feel very confident in his diagnosis. He carried out an endoscopy of my larynx expertly, demonstrating care and consideration after fully explaining what I could expect. I have no hesitation in recommending him to others!
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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Paul – May 27, 2021
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I highly recommend Dr. Otremba! I have had such a wonderful experience with him! I had previously had a different ENT doctor at another facility and had various testing done that unfortunately didn't lead to any answers or solutions. I decided to see Dr. Otremba, but honestly, wasn't too hopeful since I had already had multiple tests and prior appointments elsewhere. I was so relieved that Dr. Otremba took the time to listen and ask questions. As it turned out, I had a severely deviated septum that was causing constant congestion, breathing problems, etc. Dr. Otremba performed corrective surgery and I am so happy with the results! I feel so much better! I immediately noticed extreme improvements in my breathing, congestion, and overall quality of life. Also, my nose kept its shape and still looks the same. I am so grateful for Dr. Otremba!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Danielle – Nov 20, 2020
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I was diagnosed and treated by Dr Otremba with a nasolabial cyst. The treatment I received was outstanding. The surgery was a great success and I'am able to have a much better time breathing. 5 Stars
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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Robert Berte – Aug 19, 2020
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About Me

care philosophy

Michael Otremba, MD serves as the medical director of ear, nose and throat (ENT) care at the Newton and Wellesley locations of Mass Eye and Ear. He is a comprehensive ENT doctor who treats a variety of pathology from chronic sinus disease to head and neck cancer.?
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Yale University

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

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office2000 Washington St Ste 668 Newton, MA 02462
    1

    Practice

    Nathan R Shaller Center Inc65 Walnut St Wellesley, MA 02481
    2
    Newton-Wellesley Hospital-Center For Weight Loss Surgery2014 Washington St Ste 665 Newton, MA 02462
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Brigham and Women's Hospital

      75 Francis St
      Boston, MA 02115
      Recipient of 31
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      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, 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.

      91%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      7% higher than the national average

      84%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      9% higher than the national average

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    • Newton-Wellesley Hospital

      2014 Washington St
      Newton, MA 02462
      Recipient of 15
      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™ (2024)

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

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

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      5% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      7% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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