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Dr. Michael Patete, MD

Dr. Michael Patete, MD

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

Dr. Michael Patete, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Venice, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Patete has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions and Otologic Conditions & Procedures. He graduated from Temple University in 1988. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice and Sarasota Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 61 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (61 reviews)

Practice

213 Palermo Pl Venice, FL 34285

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

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Patete specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Patete's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Patete

3.7
61 ratings, 34 with a written review
5 star
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3 star
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1 star
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Dr. Patete is fantastic. He took me in on short notice, same day and treated me for removal of impacted ear wax. He was kind, passionate and skilled. His office staff was incredibly kind and most helpful. I highly recommend this medical office for great care.
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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Tim B – Jan 03, 2025
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Dr. Patete is AMAZING!
Dr. Patete and Celeste, RN are fabulous. I called and spoke with Celeste today at 11:30am and she got me in a couple hours later. She said she could hear my pain over the phone. Dr. Patete and Celeste were very knowledgeable, funny-friendly, and exactly what I needed. Celeste even held my hand while the Dr. Patete was killing me (jk, obviously, just sticking 3 needles & a knife down my throat, could use a hand). They were very attentive and seemed concerned-interested in next steps and helping me with what they could. I would definitely recommend Dr. Patete (& Celeste) every chance I got. Thank you, Dr. Patete & Celeste! You were exactly what I needed today.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Kerry Maloney – Oct 17, 2024
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Dr. Patete is an excellent physician, period. He was able to help me with my sinus condition when no other Dr. I'd seen in over 25 years had been able to do so. He's no nonsense and you might not get the warm fuzzies when you meet with him, but he knows what he's doing. That's what really matters, isn't it?
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
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Craig – Sep 09, 2024
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Best Doctor ever
Dr Patete and his staff have always been the best, in diagnosis and customer service. I would never trust anyone else.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Mike – Aug 09, 2024
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Wow! I came to Dr. Patete just for an ear cleaning and it was by far the most painless and easiest visit I've ever had. Painless. He and his staff were very friendly too. Highly recommend Dr. Patete
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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Karen – Jul 19, 2024
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Dr Patete and his staff are exceptional and compassionate. I would highly recommend them. They are without any doubt the absolute best!!!
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
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Pam Matteen – Jan 03, 2024
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definitely NOT!
he was loud and nasty, wouldn't listen to my questions or to answers to his and was insulting and rude and did not take care of my problem. worst doctor I ever went to. Do not make an appt. with him he is awful and wouldn't take even a snake to get help from him, he is a big zerro
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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J. Orosz – Jul 23, 2023
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doesn't deserve any rating he is a big zero
he was rude and never let me finish what I was saying, talked down and loud to me and didn't help my problem at all. awful doctor and should NOT be in business of taking care of people, I wouldn't let my dog see him for help.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Elizabeth Orosz – Jul 22, 2023
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Shady
When I met the doctor not only was he abrupt, patronizing, brash and abrasive, but he also couldn’t help himself from talking about politics. I really don’t think political ideology of ANY kind has any place in a doctors office, and it definitely made me uncomfortable. I found it completely inappropriate, unprofessional and off-putting. There are also signs and decor around the office that make it very obvious which side of the political spectrum he is on. Again, believe what you want, but a doctors office is not an appropriate place to display that. Also, everything looks old and shabby and the instruments look like they haven't been updated in decades. Plus they are cash only which just seems unnecessarily old fashioned. Definitely never going back.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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May 13, 2023
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Terrible doctor.
He is not qualified to treat people and has an awful bedside manner. Run away!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 05, 2023
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How is this doctor still in business?
Dr. Patete is the rudest, most unprofessional, expensive “doctor” in Venice. He talked loud and down to me and was not interested in my problem. Do not go to him.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Jan 31, 2023
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Pleasant surprise. Very intelligent individual who can explain the issue in basic and understandable manner. Highly recommend!
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 23, 2022
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Great Doctor
This was my first time seeing this doctor. He was very thorough and spent a lot of time answering my questions. I would highly recommend him.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Therese Tuers – Feb 28, 2022
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Very Patient Friendly.
Dr. Patete & his staff were great. He explained & answered questions. His nurse and receptionist were friendly, kind & patient. I returned for a script & in a few minutes was on my way. Excellent patient care by everyone in the office,
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Feb 08, 2022
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Never! He is rude and arrogant! He dismissed my concerns out of hand and ordered tests on the basis of made up diagnoses and then never called me with results of tests that were performed!! He is a disgrace to his profession!
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 others found this helpful
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Apr 25, 2021
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All was great, the staff, and of course Dr. Patete. I was referred to his office for a follow-up on a sinus problem. Dr. Patete is knowledgeable, and honest . A very caring person with a good soul and skills, who could ask for anything more.
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
7 others found this helpful
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Don Ross – Apr 13, 2021
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Had ear pain for two weeks. Made appt. These people are absolutely great. Receptionist and nurse were wonderful. Dr. saw me within 5 minutes, found the problem and fixed it. Great guy. 15 minutes from the time I entered until the time I left.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Richard Francis – Dec 07, 2020
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Doctor quickly saw my problem and took care of it. I walked out much happier than when I walked in. ??????
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Sal LaFata – Sep 07, 2020
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Dr. Patete treated my ear infection in a professional manner with immediate results. He put me at ease as I was very anxious and reassured me that I would be ok and my ear would completely heal. His nurse and front staff treated me with kindness and empathy.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Nancy M – Aug 20, 2020
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Excellent appointment. All of the office personnel were very pleasant and courteous. My appointment was right on time. Dr. Patete was excellent. He asked me what my problem was and immediately began his examination. After the procedure, he explained my condition and answered all my questions. Left his office very satisfied.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Wayne – Apr 23, 2020
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Dr. Michael Patete, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Venice, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Patete has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions and Otologic Conditions & Procedures. He...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.

  • Jackson Memorial Mc University Miami

    Fellowship Hospital, 1994
  • Jackson Memorial Mc-u Miami

    Internship Hospital, 1989
  • Temple University

    Medical School, 1988
  • Temple University Lewis Katz School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1988
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. Patete is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Ear Nose Throat & Sinus Center PA213 Palermo Pl Venice, FL 34285
    1

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice

      2600 Laurel Rd E
      North Venice, FL 34275
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

      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

      85%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      20% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Sarasota Memorial Hospital

      1700 S Tamiami Trl
      Sarasota, FL 34239
      Recipient of 40
      hospital awards

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

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 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.

      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
    • AdventHealth Port Charlotte

      2500 Harbor Blvd
      Port Charlotte, FL 33952
      Recipient of 4
      hospital awards

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

      77%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      7% lower than the national average

      66%
      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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