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Dr. William Spencer has practiced otolaryngology–head and neck surgery for 33 years and is affiliated with Huntington Hospital. He completed his residency at Jackson Health System and sees patients in Huntington, New York. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Spencer 4.1 out of 5.

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4.1

45 Ratings
33 years of experience
7 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Jackson Health System
11 written reviews
1 specialty
5 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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

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Dr. Spencer's Ratings and Reviews

4.1

45 Ratings with 11 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 14 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (17) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (18) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Spent time with me: (18) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (15) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Flexible scheduling: (19) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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We saw Dr. Spencer based on rave reviews from multiple sources. He didn't seem to listen to the description of symptoms and provided an explanation that didn't make much sense and instead seemed to lay the groundwork for eventual surgery. He barely physically examined my child and didn't do a routine procedure to determine the cause of our presenting problem. Really seemed like he was paving the way for recommending (unnecessary) surgery. We went for 2nd and 3rd opinions, both of which resulted in the same findings and recommendations, strikingly different from that of Dr. Spencer. Perhaps our experience was a fluke, but unfortunately it was not at all what was expected. So glad I followed my gut and didn't stick with this doctor!

February 5th, 2020

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We saw Dr. Spencer based on rave reviews from multiple sources. He didn't seem to listen to the description of symptoms and provided an explanation that didn't make much sense and instead seemed to lay the groundwork for eventual surgery. He barely physically examined my child and didn't do a routine procedure to determine the cause of our presenting problem. Really seemed like he was paving the way for recommending surgery. We went for a 2nd and 3rd opinion, both of which resulted in the same findings and recommendations, strikingly different from that of Dr. Spencer. Perhaps our experience was a fluke, but unfortunately it was not at all what was expected.

February 5th, 2020

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My daughter was having severe reflux after having a bout with mono. I took her to 2 different doctors before finding Dr. Spencer. They both wanted to put her on different types of reflux meds for a while, and said it just happens. Dr. Spencer knew, immediately , that this was a complication of mono. My daughter wanted me to write this review because she is so grateful that she can finally eat again and feels so much better. Dr. Spencer was so nice to both of us and made us feel very comfortable and confident in his diagnosis. He's our family ENT now.

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

October 8th, 2017

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Dr. Spencer is a kind and caring doctor. He is very knowledgeable and puts you at ease. He treated me for dizziness and knew right away what the problem was and how to treat it. I can not recommend him highly enough. Everyone at his office is nice and pleasant. Wish there were more doctors like him!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 26th, 2016

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Excellent!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 17th, 2015

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Recommended unnecessary surgery.

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Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Flexible scheduling

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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October 3rd, 2015

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HE DID MY DEVIATED SEPTUM SURGERY. 4 MONTHS POST OP AND I STILL CANT BREATHE THROUGH MY NOSE AND VERY PAINFUL BLOCKING OF THE EARS. HE TELLS ME IT IS A VIRUS OR UPPER RESPITARY. WITHOUT EVEN LOOKING AT ANYTHING. HE WAS PLAYING A GUESSING GAME. I WAITED OVER AN 1 HOUR IN THE WAITING ROOM. I FEEL HE IS NOT A GOOD ENT. I WISHED I WENT TO ANOTHER ENT TO HAVE THE SURGERY DONE. EVERYTHING I SAID TO HIM HE SAID IT WASNT HIM. GO SEE ANOTHER DOCTOR. NOT VERY PROFESSIONAL AT ALL. WOULD NOT RECOMMEND HIM AT ALL.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

November 14th, 2013

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He is so sweet and caring! I love him

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 19th, 2013

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By far the best ENT doctor I have ever been to!! He has been a big help to my husband and daughter. Well worth the wait it takes to get an appointment!!

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 19th, 2011

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I was in a lot of pain and did not have an appointment. Office fit me right in. Doctor Spencer was kind and compassionate and gave me a plan that worked. You don't see many doctors who care for you like he did for me anymore

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 27th, 2010

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Dr. William Robert Spencer, MD	Dr. Anuraag Suhrid Parikh, MD	Eli Grunstein, MD	Salvatore M. Caruana, MD
Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery	Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.1 (45 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.5 (45 Ratings)	4 (28 Ratings)
33 Years of Experience	13 Years of Experience	27 Years of Experience	37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish		Speaks Korean, Spanish	Speaks Korean, Spanish
Huntington , NY	New York , NY	New York , NY	New York , NY
Med School: University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine	Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons	Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University	Med School: Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai
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Completed their residency at Jackson Health System.

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Graduated from University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine in 1993.

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Dr. Spencer's NPI number is 1326139379.

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Which hospitals is Dr. William Spencer affiliated with?: Dr. William Spencer is affiliated with Huntington Hospital.
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Where is Dr. William Spencer's office located?: Dr. William Spencer's office is located at 25 E Carver St, Huntington, NY, 11743.
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