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Dr. Peter Shapiro, MD

Dr. Peter Shapiro, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*

Dr. Peter Shapiro, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Lees Summit, MO. He is affiliated with Research Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Dr. Shapiro 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. Shapiro specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Friendly StaffPatients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Easy SchedulingPatients said scheduling was easy. See reviews

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Dr. Shapiro's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shapiro

3.9
29 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 star
69%
69%
4 star
3%
3%
3 star
0%
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2 star
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1 star
28%
28%

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Office staff was wonderful and very accommodating. Had experienced an ear infection for 5 weeks. Staff worked me into a very tight schedule. Dr. Shapiro listened and did an evaluation, explaining options. Then when I determined which option I wanted, he was thorough in explaining what to do and how to do it. Very impressed. If I ever need an ENT or know of someone needing one, I will definitely recommend him.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 07, 2024
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Super ENT, Great Doctor
Dr. Shapiro was very informative, and listened to my situation entirely. He is a mature doctor who knows what he is doing. Not like some younger doc's who hand you a print out ., and tell you to have a good 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Mar 17, 2022
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Dr. Shapiro is fantastic. I had reoccurring ear infections and my eustachian tube didn't work properly. Dr. Shapiro put tubes in my ears and it worked great. I was in and out of the office in less than 30mins. A great no-nonsense 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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Curt S. – Jan 22, 2021
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I have never felt so gaslit or dismissed in my entire life. I came in with debilitating symptoms of 6+ years and he told me it was just light headed ness, that he couldn’t help me, within 5 minutes of meeting me. He tried to write off my symptoms with various excuses and when I asked questions I was met with shrugs. He asked if I had allergies, I said no, and he blamed it on allergies anyway. I left his office in tears.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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Aubrey Young – Jun 06, 2020
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My favorite specialist, very professional, upbeat attitude, great listening to my concerns
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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Oct 13, 2019
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Extremely unlikely. He overlooked an enlarged thyroid with multiple, large nodules. Rudely walked out during my time with him, and lectured about the structure of the inner ear and told me to work through the vertigo. Very uncomfortable and frustrating healthcare experience.
What went well
  • Wait times
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
6 others found this helpful
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Karen Richardson in Blue Springs – Jan 25, 2018
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Dr. Shapiro operated on my sinuses in 2010 when my passageways needed some enlarging and again in 2017 when I had a fungal sinus infection that was not completely responding to in-office cleanings. He is very capable and thorough, clearly explaining the diagnosis, treatment, and post-op care. He is always on time with appointments, and it is simple to schedule appointments. I love that a person always answers the phone (during office hours) and that his capable staff is professional yet person
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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Katht in Kansas City, MO – Dec 30, 2017
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He is the most careless and rude doctor I have encountered. He doesn’t pay attention to what your concerns are and quickly will advise some testing that usually are not paid by the insurance. After two experiences with this doctor I DO NOT recommend him at all in any situation.
What went well
  • Wait times
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
9 others found this helpful
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Topeka, KS – Dec 14, 2017
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hes the best dr ive seen. and ive about 20 drs in the last 3 years. i was there 3 mins and went right in.
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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linda cassady in belton, MO – Nov 11, 2016
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his staff got me in that day. dr shapiro is caring and smart and compassionate. when my primary would not help me help me I was upset. but he listened to me and knew there was a problem and treated me. I praise God that I got to see him as a patient. so grateful.
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
Helpful
Kansas City, MO – Aug 28, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Peter Shapiro, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Lees Summit, MO. He is affiliated with Research Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
  • 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 Of Missouri–kansas City School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Missouri–kansas City School Of Medicine

    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
Self designated 
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Dr. Shapiro is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Research Medical Center

      2316 E Meyer Blvd
      Kansas City, MO 64132
      Recipient of 28
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

      Surgical Care 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.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      72%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      4% lower than the national average

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