Dr. Karen L. Tan, MD | Amsterdam, NY | Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery

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Dr. Karen Tan is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist who also practices allergy and immunology. She earned her medical degree from Albany Medical College and completed her residency at Albany Medical Center. With 37 years of experience in practice, Dr. Tan brings extensive expertise to her patients' care. She is fluent in both Chinese and English.

Dr. Tan practices at Saint Marys Hospital in Amsterdam, New York, where she treats patients with rhinitis and various allergic conditions including seasonal allergic rhinitis. She performs CT scans of the head and face to help diagnose conditions affecting the ears, nose, and throat. Dr. Tan also provides allergen immunotherapy to help patients build tolerance to specific allergens. Patients have given her an average rating of 4.1 on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
4.1

21 Ratings
37 years of experience
speaks Chinese, English
Albany Medical Center
9 written reviews
2 specialties
13 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Female

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Dr. Tan gives you the care you need. She appears all business at first, but is really truly caring and will pause to explain anything you need explained. Just ask the questions. She's a great surgeon. I had two surgeries with her to clear up tonsillitis and chronic sinusitis. My son also had surgery with her. Very pleased.

February 18th, 2020

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I was in the office today to have a nasal packing removed. The entire staff was very caring and helpful. Dr. Tan was quick,precise, and thorough. This was one of the best experiences I have had in a medical office ever.

February 10th, 2020

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Went to Dr tan for allergies and ended up not get anything for allergies but had sinus surgery And tubes in ears witch I didn't need. Have had an infection for over a month sense surgery and Dr could care less.. going to different Dr now worst experience of my life

September 27th, 2016

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I took my Mom who is 96 to Dr. Tan's. They were absolutely wonderful with her. It took 4 visits to get out all the impacted wax. She saw the Physician's assistant(sorry I can't remember her name) She was kind and patient with Mom and did everything as not to cause any pain. A wonderful office and staff.

February 26th, 2016

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Love the staff....love the doc

January 16th, 2015

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Audio test conducted with tech answering his telephone, door open with patients walking past, conversations taking place. I overheard, during the testing, 2 patients given the exact same information about their diagnosis. Hearing test? I think not!

February 14th, 2013

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Dr. Tan was excellent. I was very happy with her and she did a wonderful job with my surgery. The receptionist who is always in the pink scrubs is rude and made me feel uncomfortable on every visit. She has made rude comments, is curt, unfriendly and makes me not want to go to the office. If I did not like Dr tan so much this would make me find a new ENT.

September 26th, 2012

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Dr. Tan has seen me through my allergies, and has persued my GERD. My gastr doc agrees. Dr. Tan always takes time for me and her staff are very friendly. Others I know have been very impressed with her, especially after another doc messed up sinus surgery. Dr Tan was the only dr who would help the patient.

October 13th, 2011

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Go to another ear nose and throat doctor if you would like to be able to hear after she puts tubes in that you do not need in the first place.

October 6th, 2010

Family Ear Nose And Throat Care Pc

5010 State Highway 30 Ste 204Amsterdam, NY 12010

Tel: (518) 842-8185

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed

Saint Marys Hospital

427 Guy Park AveAmsterdam, NY 12010

Tel: (518) 842-1900


Dr. Karen Lizhong Tan, MD	Dr. Bradley Holmes Paddock, MD	Dr. Nora Whitbeck Perkins, MD	Dr. Athanasios Tournas, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
Accepts New Patients
4.1 (21 Ratings)	4.1 (17 Ratings)	4.4 (18 Ratings)	4 (5 Ratings)
37 Years of Experience	49 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience	20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, English	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English
Amsterdam , NY	Gloversville , NY	Albany , NY	AMSTERDAM , NY
Med School: Albany Medical College	Med School: Albany Medical College	Med School: Albany Medical College	Med School: Mcgill University
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Accepts Medicare

Allergies
Allergy
Allergy & Immunology
Chronic Sinusitis
Deviated Septum
Facial Trauma
Hay Fever (Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis)
Hearing Loss
Polyps
Sinus Infection (Sinusitis)
Smell Disorders
Swallowing Disorders
Tumors

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Albany Medical Center

Medical School

Albany Medical CollegeGraduated in 1989

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What languages does Dr. Karen Tan speak?: Dr. Karen Tan speaks Chinese and English.
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Where is Dr. Karen Tan's office located?: Dr. Karen Tan's office is located at 5010 State Highway 30 Ste 204, Amsterdam, NY, 12010.
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