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Dr. Taraneh Azar, MD

Dr. Taraneh Azar, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*

Dr. Taraneh Azar, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Kittery, ME. Dr. Azar has extensive experience in Otologic Conditions & Procedures, Upper Respiratory Conditions, and "Ear, Nose, & Throat Surgical Procedures". She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Wentworth-Douglass Hospital and Portsmouth Regional Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

35 Walker St # 200 Kittery, ME 03904
Telehealth available
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Dr. Azar's Reviews

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3.1
21 ratings, 9 with a written review
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Did not tell us about the risks of turbinate reduction . Look up Empty Nose Syndrome! When in doubt, don't go under the knife. I wasn't even in doubt though. I put too much trust in the doc for my son's care. Thank goodness everything went well but to find this out after the fact is not okay. I believe a lot of $urgeons $ee you like this: $$$.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 25, 2022
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I was favorably impressed - she was certainly direct, to the point. Very friendly putting me at ease. Listened to my problems-suggested necessary solutions to my issues. Very professional. Five Stars from me
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
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Ranger – Aug 29, 2021
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She was the first ENT to treat my ear problems after years of searching!!!
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • 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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Dr. Milton Burnett in North Conway, NH – Oct 23, 2018
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I had excess wax build up in my only good ear. To the point I couldn't hear. I went to Dr Azar to have the wax removed, then I could hear again. Unfortunately, the build up happened again in 4 or 5 days. I went every week for 4 weeks until I endured the most brutal extraction. When she finished I asked her Why can't I hear? She casually replied, that's because you have a hole in your ear drum. imo She ruptured my ear drum. She didn't seem to care in the least. I am now hearing impaired for life
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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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Bill G in Exeter, NH – Aug 29, 2018
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Couldn't ask for a better doctor. She was excellent in care as well as treating her patients..
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
2 others found this helpful
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Judy in FARMINGTON, NH – Jul 13, 2018
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Dr. Azar was very professional and very compassionate.
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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Apr 05, 2018
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Dr Azar completely missed my family member's thyroid issues even though she was specifically given symptoms and asked about testing. Not recommended at all for thyroid conditions.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
9 others found this helpful
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Exeter, NH – May 06, 2017
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I came to Dr. Azar with chronic: sinus infections, earaches, cluster headaches and sore throats. She offered to scope my nose. Then told me that I have empty nose syndrome due to previous surgery. She suggested I try steroids and said there is a small chance that it will help. She offered to give me a sinus rinse, which some people find comforting. I agreed. I was stunned to see our very brief visit would cost me for two surgeries and a consultation that came just under $2K. What?!?!?!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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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Man in Portsmouth, NH – Aug 19, 2016
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She does not explain possible side effects of surgery. Especially long lasting side effects that could make one choose to opt out of surgery. Full disclosure wasn't offered. Explained procedure in a casual, no big deal 30 second way. Does not have your best interest at heart. I suspect money is the motivator with Dr. Azar. Or just burnt out. Car salesman type of appt. The quick, slick kind. Drop your insurance and go to Naturopathic Doctor or Chiropractor instead.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
7 others found this helpful
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Mar 30, 2016
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Dr. Taraneh Azar, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Kittery, ME. Dr. Azar has extensive experience in Otologic Conditions & Procedures, Upper Respiratory Conditions, and "Ear, Nose, & Throat Surgical Procedures". She is affiliated...read more

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American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Locations

Practice

Family Ear Nose & Throat LLC35 Walker St # 200 Kittery, ME 03904
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(207) 351-3525

Practice

Office3 Alumni Dr Ste 302 Exeter, NH 03833
2
(603) 772-2826
Office4 West Rd Ste 4C Stratham, NH 03885
3
(207) 475-0100

Practice

Office14 Manchester Sq Ste 210 Portsmouth, NH 03801
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(207) 475-0100
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