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Dr. Nicholas Peiffer, MD

Dr. Nicholas Peiffer, MD

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

Dr. Nicholas Peiffer, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in McKinney, TX and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Peiffer has extensive experience in "Ear, Nose, & Throat Surgical Procedures" and Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from Ohio State University College of Medicine in 2005. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-McKinney and Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (14 reviews)

ENTtex

6717 Eldorado Pkwy McKinney, TX 75070

Dr. Peiffer 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
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Peiffer specializes in the area of 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. Peiffer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Peiffer

3.6
14 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
64%
64%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
7%
7%
1 star
29%
29%

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Rushed, bad experience, Production house
Dr Peiffer suggested a Sinuplasty to clear up issues I was having with sinus drainage. Arrived after hours for procedure with 5 others. Procedure was run like production line. He ran folks in and out in 20 minutes not speaking at all to me before the process, thank god I have sedation as I could fell him jam something in my nose before I went out that was very uncomfortable. I had issues with the procedure which required me to reach out to his staff. When I came back in for my follow-up, he took offense to me reaching out to his staff. He blamed me for the issues I was having on my dental implants walking back on his pre-operation comments. He became upset and literally walked out of the room when I pressed him for answers, stating that perhaps a more in depth procedure would need to be done. He is hurried, try's to maintain multiple offices for "patient convenience" but does not like to address issues or concerns following procedures.
What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
7 others found this helpful
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Bp – Jun 03, 2022
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What an absolutely amazing doctor. He is very thorough and takes the time to listen to your concerns and questions. Amazing surgeon as well, he saved my life.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 08, 2020
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Dr piffer is the best He takes his time to explain and listen. He cares about his patient. He is a doctor and a gentelman. Iam happy to have him for my doctor. Highly recommended.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mona boersma in Garlletton, TX – Jul 01, 2019
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I felt like he didn't listen to me, rushing thru my exam... Looked up my nose , in my ears and then he decided I needed another round of steroids and antibiotic when I just finished with those medications. I still feel terrible and it's been a 1 1/2 week. I feel like I need to go to my pcp and find another ENT. I felt the same way when he did my sinusplasty and told me it didn't hurt when it did
What went well
  • 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
  • Long wait times
9 others found this helpful
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Bb in Allen , Texas – Sep 15, 2016
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Dr Peiffer rushed my daughter's examination, including asking questions and not listening to her answers. He sprayed a numbing solution so he could scope her nose and throat, but didn't wait for it to take effect before inserting the scope. Then told her she just needed to relax when she told him it was painful. Very unprofessional, and a terrible patient manner. He stood with his hand on the door know while he briefly explained what he saw, then exited quickly. Followed up with $600 bill.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
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
8 others found this helpful
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Laura in Pilot Point, TX – Apr 24, 2016
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Filled out prescription incorrectly. I had to drive out of my way to get the new prescription and then i had to wait for them to get around to filling out the order. The inconvenience of all this while my daughter was recovering was too much. I should be able to focus on her and not someone's lack of doing their job correctly.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Jan 07, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Peiffer comes to Texas from the state of Ohio. He received his medical degree from the Ohio State University College of Medicine. He completed his training in Otolaryngology at the UT-Southwestern Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery...read more

biography

Dr. Peiffer comes to Texas from the state of Ohio. He received his medical degree from the Ohio State University College of Medicine. He completed his training in Otolaryngology at the UT-Southwestern Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck...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.

  • University Of Texas Southwestern-head And Neck Surgery

    Residency Hospital, 2010
  • University Of Texas Southwestern - Head And Neck Surgery

    Residency Hospital, 2010
  • University Of Texas Southwestern

    Internship Hospital, 2006
  • Ohio State University College Of Medicine

    Undergraduate School, 2005
  • Ohio State University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2005
  • Miami University

    Undergraduate School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

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

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    Locations

    ENTtex

    ENTtex6717 Eldorado Pkwy McKinney, TX 75070
    1
    ENTtex940 S Legacy Dr Prosper, TX 75078
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Baylor Scott and White the Heart Hospital Plano

      1100 Allied Dr
      Plano, TX 75093
      Recipient of 21
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

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

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      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.

      89%
      Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

      23% higher than the national average

      89%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      24% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Baylor Scott & White Surgical Hospital at Sherman

      3601 N Calais St
      Sherman, TX 75090
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

      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

      View all awards

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

      90%
      Patients said they always received help quickly from hospital staff

      19% higher than the national average

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

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Texas Health Frisco

      12400 Dallas Pkwy
      Frisco, TX 75033
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

      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
      82%
      Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

      11% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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