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Dr. Matthew Zavod, MD

Dr. Matthew Zavod, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*

Dr. Matthew Zavod, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Woodland, CA. He is affiliated with Mercy General Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Dignity Health Woodland Clinic - ENT

1321 Cottonwood St Ste 205 Woodland, CA 95695
Telehealth available
(530) 576-5304

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Zavod specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology, Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery & Plastic Surgery & Facial 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
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Zavod's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Zavod

4.6
18 ratings, 15 with a written review
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1 star
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Dr. Zavod's care is totally professional.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 15, 2025
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Dr. Zavod even called me in the evening to check on me.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 19, 2025
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Attentive, considerate, interactive physician
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 11, 2024
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A good experience.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 15, 2024
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Patient, answered all my questions thoroughly.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 23, 2024
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As always Dr Zavod was great. I've been seeing him for years and I'm always impressed by his skill and professionalism .
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 22, 2024
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Dr. Zavod was very thorough as he explained treatment options. I felt I was a part of the decision making process. Moreover, I felt Dr. Zavod demonstrated genuine care and concern for me.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 08, 2024
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Having worked with Dr. Zavod a few years back, I knew that he was very good before I came. Once again, he was very clear, supportive, and kind. I am very grateful to have such an excellent doctor in our community.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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May 20, 2024
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Matt Zavod is a local gem. He is experienced, friendly, efficient and a gifted plastic surgeon, as well as a caring and compassionate clinician
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 14, 2024
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He is a good listener, willingly gave explanations, very patient, very experienced
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 27, 2024
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Wonderful Surgeon
Dr Zavod explained everything to me before and after my surgery. He was gentle, and thoughtful and used excellent sterile technique. He is a wonderful surgeon, and a very kind person. He even called me at home that evening after my surgery to see how I was doing. We are very lucky to have such a fabulous doctor here at Woodland Healthcare.Kristina, his medical assistant did an excellent job also. She explained everything to me and was kind and efficient. They make a great team and I would highly recommend them.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Terri McCarthy Kesselring – Feb 19, 2024
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An excellent surgeon AND doctor
Dr. Zavod has removed basal carcinomas from my nose twice. He is an excellent surgeon, as expected. What was unexpected to me, having long professional experience with surgeons, were his doctoring skills. After both surgeries he called to find out how I was doing with genuine concern and compassion. I also admire his communication skills, as a profession and teacher of medical communications I was impressed with his focus on health literacy, explaining himself in clear, simple terms that anyone could understand. Woodland is lucky to have him and I would recommend him to my best friend and dearest relative.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Tony Buffington – Oct 31, 2022
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Highly disappointed with our visit and will be seeking a second opinion. Dr. Zavod was condescending and rude from the start. He lectured us on how a tonsillectomy is a horrific procedure that can lead to extreme bleeding and death. -If you wanted to be terrified and talked out of a procedure, he's the Dr. you should see, even if your airway is compromised and it's difficult to breathe. My advise, seek out treatment from another Dr. who will have compassion and understanding for your condition and will want you to get better.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Dec 11, 2020
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I saw Dr. Zavod after I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. When I started to cry at my office appointment while we were discussing treatment options (full thyroidectomy and radiation treatment), Dr. Zavod literally said in a cold and condescending tone, "Is THAT why you're upset?" I guess a life changing cancer diagnosis is not a justifiable reason for emotion in Dr. Zavod's eyes. It really makes me question the Dignity Health, "Hello Humankindess" logo.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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M in Davis, CA – Apr 06, 2019
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Dr. Zavod took the time to make certain that I understood my options before I agreed to a surgical procedure. I am extremely pleased with the result of his work.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Davis, California – May 02, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I am committed to caring for people using the highest standards and quality. While I see patients for general otolaryngologic (Ear, Nose and Throat) concerns, the focus of my work is reconstructive surgery of the face. As a vocalist, I also have...read more

biography

I am committed to caring for people using the highest standards and quality. While I see patients for general otolaryngologic (Ear, Nose and Throat) concerns, the focus of my work is reconstructive surgery of the face. As a vocalist, I also have...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Facial Plastic And Reconstructive Surgery University Of Toronto|university Of Toronto

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Otolaryngology Heand And Neck Surgery University Of Vermont College Of Med

    Residency Hospital

  • General Surgery University Of Vermont College Of Med|university Of Vermont College Of Medicine|university Of Vermont/college Of Medicine - Internship And Residency

    Internship Hospital

  • Thomas Jefferson University Sidney Kimmel Medical College

    Medical School
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
American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery®
American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
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Plastic Surgery & Facial Surgery†
†Self designated 
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  • English

  • French

  • Changing Perceptions of Beauty: A Surgeon’s Perspective., 2006

  • The Dorsal Nasal Flap, 2005

  • Hemophilus influenzae lymphadenopathy in a patient with agammaglobulinemia: Clinical-histologic-microbiologic correlation and review of the literature., 2005

  • Frequency of cochlear enhancement on magnetic resonance imaging in patients with autoimmune sensorineural hearing loss., 2000

  • Complications of Otoplasty, Ch. 59, Complications of Head and Neck Surgery, 2009

  • Otogenic cerebrospinal fluid rhinorrhea: a new technique for closure of cerebrospinal fluid leak., 2000

  • Laryngeal Tuberculosis: A Public Health Concern, 2015

  • Analysis of the Efficacy of Marketing Tools in Facial Plastic Surgery, 2008

  • Otoplasty. Atlas of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

  • Winner of the AAFPRS Gillies Award for best basic research, 2006

Focus on Nasal Polyps

Locations

Dignity Health Woodland Clinic - ENT

Dignity Health Woodland Clinic - ENT1321 Cottonwood St Ste 205 Woodland, CA 95695
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercy General Hospital

    4001 J St
    Sacramento, CA 95819
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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