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Dr. Sandra Ettema, MD

Dr. Sandra Ettema, MD

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

Dr. Sandra Ettema, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Mattoon, IL and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2002. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Carlinville Area Hospital and HSHS St. John's Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 30 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (30 reviews)

SBL ENT Clinic

1000 Health Center Dr Ste 401 Mattoon, IL 61938
Telehealth available
(217) 258-2409

Dr. Ettema 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. Ettema 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.
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Ettema's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ettema

4.9

30 ratings, 21 with a written review
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Mar 11, 2025
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Feb 04, 2025
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Jan 29, 2025
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Nov 27, 2024
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Sep 17, 2024
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About Me

care philosophy

Specializing In: Voice Disorders and Disorders of the Larynx (Voice Box) - paralyzed vocal cords (vocal cord injections/implants) - vocal nodules - vocal cord cysts, lesions, Reinke&rsquos edema, etc. - paradoxical vocal cord motion disorder/inducible...read more

biography

Specializing In: Voice Disorders and Disorders of the Larynx (Voice Box) - paralyzed vocal cords (vocal cord injections/implants) - vocal nodules - vocal cord cysts, lesions, Reinke&rsquos edema, etc. - paradoxical vocal cord motion disorder/inducible...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.

  • Southern Illinois University

    Fellowship Hospital, 2008

  • Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 2008

  • Medical College Of Wisconsin

    Residency Hospital, 2007

  • Medical College Wisconsin

    Internship Hospital, 2003

  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2002

  • Doctor Of Philosophy In Speech And Hearing Science

    1999

  • Master's Degree In Speech And Hearing Science

    1993

  • University Of Illinois At Urbana-champaign

    Undergraduate School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Dr. Ettema is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    SBL ENT Clinic

    SBL ENT Clinic1000 Health Center Dr Ste 401 Mattoon, IL 61938
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Carlinville Area Hospital

      20733 N Broad St
      Carlinville, IL 62626

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

      94%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      17% higher than the national average

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

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center

      1000 Health Center Dr
      Mattoon, IL 61938

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

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

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

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Springfield Memorial Hospital

      701 N 1st St
      Springfield, IL 62702
      Recipient of 9
      hospital awards

      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

      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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