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Dr. David Ellison, MD

Dr. David Ellison, MD

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

Dr. David Ellison, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Burlingame, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mills-Peninsula Medical Center and San Mateo Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

1501 Trousdale Dr Fl 3 Burlingame, CA 94010
Telehealth available
(650) 652-8580

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Ellison specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & 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.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Ellison's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ellison

4.5

8 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
88%
88%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
13%
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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May 23, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Foster City, CA – Jul 11, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Feb 20, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

It is a privilege to reflect on the fact that I have practiced Otolaryngology for 25 years, and that I am as stimulated by the types of patients and problems with which we deal as I was when I began. We in our field are fortunate to treat patients...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.

  • Ucla Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1986

  • Cedars Sinai Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1981

  • University Of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
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Otolaryngology†
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
†Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Office1501 Trousdale Dr Fl 3 Burlingame, CA 94010
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Practice

San Mateo Medical Center222 W 39th Ave San Mateo, CA 94403
2
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Mills-Peninsula Health Services100 S San Mateo Dr San Mateo, CA 94401
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Office325 Distel Cir Los Altos, CA 94022
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mills-Peninsula Medical Center

    1501 Trousdale Dr
    Burlingame, CA 94010
    Recipient of 46
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • San Mateo Medical Center

    222 W 39th Ave
    San Mateo, CA 94403

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    9% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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