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Dr. Wayne Kirkham, MD

Dr. Wayne Kirkham, MD

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

Dr. Wayne Kirkham, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Dallas, TX and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in 1972. He is affiliated with medical facilities Medical City Dallas and Dallas Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 27 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (27 reviews)

Practice

7777 Forest Ln Ste C506 Dallas, TX 75230
(972) 566-7515

Dr. Kirkham 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. Kirkham specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Kirkham's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kirkham

4.7

27 ratings, 8 with a written review
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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
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Betty Smith – Nov 23, 2021
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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
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Julian – May 29, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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May 16, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 09, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Mar 30, 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
4 people found this helpful
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Mary Peisen – Jun 15, 2018
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Gordon Moore in Palestine, TX – Aug 01, 2017
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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
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Felicia in Plano, TX – Mar 07, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

The abilities to speak, hear and smell are priceless gifts. Preserving, healing and restoring these precious senses is my specialty. As your doctor, I assure you of the highiest professional standards and my staff's every concern for your comfort and well-being.

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

*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 Wisc Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1977

  • University Of Wisconsin Hospitals And Clinics

    Residency Hospital, 1977

  • Dallas Meth Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1973

  • Methodist Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1973

  • University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine And Public Health

    Medical School, 1972

  • University Of Wisconsin, Madison

    Undergraduate School, 1968
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Dr. Kirkham is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Wayne R. Kirkham M.D. & Associates7777 Forest Ln Ste C506 Dallas, TX 75230
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical City Dallas

      7777 Forest Ln
      Dallas, TX 75230
      Recipient of 23
      hospital awards

      America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025)

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

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

      83%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback

    • Dallas Medical Center

      7 Medical Pkwy
      Dallas, TX 75234
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

      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.

      76%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      8% lower than the national average

      69%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      7% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality