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Dr. Gregg Zimmer, MD

Dr. Gregg Zimmer, MD

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

Dr. Gregg Zimmer, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in East Amherst, NY and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Buffalo General Medical Center and ECMC Health Campus. He is accepting new patients.

4 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 4 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

6041 Transit Rd Ste 101 East Amherst, NY 14051

Dr. Zimmer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Zimmer 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
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Zimmer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Zimmer

4.0

22 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mark Lindbeck – Jan 27, 2023
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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
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
KELLEY – Sep 10, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Stephanie – Aug 03, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Minnie – Jun 11, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 28, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Joe K. – Jul 30, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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May 17, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Mar 18, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Michael Sillett – Nov 23, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 19, 2018
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care philosophy

Our office provides the best quality care to all our adult and pediatric patients.
  • 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.

  • American Academy Facial/plastic And Reconstructive Surgery

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994
  • Suny At Syracuse School Of Internal Med

    Residency Hospital, 1993
  • University At Buffalo Jacobs School Of Medicine And Biomedical Sciences

    Medical School, 1988
  • Cornell University

    Undergraduate School, 1984
  • Weill Cornell Medical College

    Undergraduate School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Self designated 
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Dr. Zimmer is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Northtown Audiology PC6041 Transit Rd Ste 101 East Amherst, NY 14051
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    • Fax
    • 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
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Kenmore Mercy Hospital

      2950 Elmwood Ave
      Kenmore, NY 14217
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

      View all awards

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

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      6% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Sisters of Charity Hospital

      2157 Main St
      Buffalo, NY 14214
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback
    • Buffalo General Medical Center

      100 High St
      Buffalo, NY 14203
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

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

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      71%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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