Summary

Dr. Brien Tonkinson is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgeon with over three decades of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F.E. Hebert School of Medicine and has been practicing for 31 years. Dr. Tonkinson is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Tonkinson practices at Saint Agnes Medical Center in Fresno, California, and Lower Keys Medical Center in Key West, Florida. He specializes in treating conditions such as deviated nasal septum, tonsillitis, and enlarged turbinates. His surgical expertise includes performing septoplasty procedures, turbinate surgery, and radio frequency volume reduction for nasal issues. Patients have given Dr. Tonkinson an average rating of 3.3 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.3
  • 31 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine
  • 12 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Locations

Dr. Brien Windus Tonkinson has 2 locations

Saint Agnes Medical Center

1303 E Herndon AveFresno, CA 93720

Lower Keys Medical Center

5900 College RdKey West, FL 33040

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31 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Fresno , CAFresno , CAFresno , CAFresno , CA
Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Brien Windus Tonkinson

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Brien Windus Tonkinson has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Brien Windus Tonkinson has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Loss
  • Polyps
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Dr. Brien Windus Tonkinson holds active and expired medical licenses in the states of California and Florida.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Florida that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Tonkinson's NPI number is 1376691683.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Brien Tonkinson accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Brien Tonkinson accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Brien Tonkinson affiliated with?
Dr. Brien Tonkinson is affiliated with Saint Agnes Medical Center, Lower Keys Medical Center, and DEPOO HOSPITAL.
Where is Dr. Brien Tonkinson's office located?
Dr. Brien Tonkinson's office is located at 1303 E Herndon Ave, Fresno, CA, 93720.
Is Dr. Brien Tonkinson accepting new patients?
Dr. Brien Tonkinson has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Brien Tonkinson accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Brien Tonkinson has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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