Howard R. Krauss | Santa Monica, CA | Otolaryngologist

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Dr. Howard Krauss specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery with additional expertise in general surgery. They completed their medical education at New York Medical College and went on to complete their residency at UCLA Medical Center. With nearly five decades of clinical practice, Dr. Krauss brings extensive experience to their specialty care. They are fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, allowing them to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Krauss practices at UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center and sees patients in Santa Monica, California. They focus on treating conditions such as glaucoma and dry eye syndrome. Their surgical expertise includes neuro-ophthalmology procedures, neurosurgical interventions, and oculoplastic surgery. Patients have given Dr. Krauss an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
3.9

14 Ratings
49 years of experience
23 insurance plans accepted
speaks Portuguese, Spanish
Ucla Medical Center
6 written reviews
3 specialties
12 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Howard R. Krauss' Ratings and Reviews

3.9

14 Ratings with 6 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 15 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (5) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (4) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
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Top notch opthalmologist !

August 31st, 2015

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Dr. Krauss is a brilliant and caring doctor! I feel extremely fortunate to be a patient under his care. Dr. Krauss specializes in highly complex cases and is THE leading expert in his field. He is the BEST!

May 21st, 2015

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I had a tumor behind my ear that Dr. Krauss removed. He is an excellent, caring doctor and a superb surgeon. I am an ophthalmologist on clinical faculty at UCLA and I trust him as my eye doctor.

July 6th, 2012

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Dr Krauss would never give me my ultrasound pictures I paid for because he said he did not store them. Then after I threatened Court he finally found one image. Why wait to give me my USound Photos? Dr Krauss is very cunning. Buyer Beware

December 28th, 2010

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Seemed like a Good Place at first. I was initially examined by this personable Doctor who diagnosed my problem & recommended treatment.Was told to call/ touch base after a week and then to come in for follow-up.After a week still had pain after my 1st injection- so I contacted them. I was suprised when the office suggested I not return for follow up. I would have never agreed to treatment if I'd known this. However, was told I would need a return visit to monitor & see if there was any improvement.

July 3rd, 2010

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Excellent surgeon, great diagnostician. Cool, professional yet personable. Highest ethics in responsibility to patients.

February 5th, 2008

Pacific Eye & Ear Specialists

2125 Arizona AveSanta Monica, CA 90404

Tel: (310) 829-8701

Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm

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Howard R. Krauss	Dr. Hootan Zandifar, MD	Dr. David Butler, MD	Dr. Rick C Tsay
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
3.9 (14 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.9 (10 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
49 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience	47 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Portuguese, Spanish	Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English
Santa Monica , CA	Beverly Hills , CA	Santa Monica , CA	Los Angeles , CA
Med School: New York Medical College	Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla	Med School: New York Medical College	Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Howard R. Krauss holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucla Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from New York Medical College in 1977.

NPI Number

Howard R. Krauss' NPI number is 1114950060.

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Which hospitals is Howard Krauss affiliated with?: Howard Krauss is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center.
Does Howard Krauss accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Howard Krauss has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Howard Krauss speak?: Howard Krauss speaks Portuguese and Spanish.
Where is Howard Krauss's office located?: Howard Krauss's office is located at 2125 Arizona Ave, Santa Monica, CA, 90404.
Is Howard Krauss accepting new patients?: Howard Krauss is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Howard Krauss's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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