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Dr. William Sher, MD

Dr. William Sher, MD

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

Dr. William Sher, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Port Jefferson Station, NY and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mather Hospital and Mount Sinai Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

1500 Route 112 Bldg 4 Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
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Dr. Sher's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sher

3.5
22 ratings, 11 with a written review
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He read the file for a condition that had a non related consultation from three and a quarter years before; He then to diagnostic path away from the new condition that I was currently there for. He was not treating me for the current condition or symptoms!!!!!!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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MICHAEL CROMWELL SR – Apr 01, 2021
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Dr. Sher was very professional, knowledgeable, and personable. He was caring and interested in me and what I had to say. His staff was wonderful... I didn't have the correct insurance referral, and the woman at the desk got on the line with the insurance co. and straightened it all out. Overall a good experience. Highly recommended.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jake – Jan 23, 2020
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I had a punctured ear drum. Dr Sher was so kind, and a real professional. My ear drum healed up perfectly. Im a doctor recommending a doctor. And I learned something; don't use qtips in your ears. And go to an ENT for hearing problems.
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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Dr. Mitchel W. Eisenstein, DC, LCSW-R – Jul 19, 2019
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Don't waste your time or $ on this one. My appt was changed by another Dr., so I rescheduled with Dr. Sher. He chose not to look at my patient record before, or even during my appt. I was unsure of the specific of a recorded medical history detail when questioned by him about it. This Dr. never bothered to consult my chart when I told him I did not remember, and even when I asked him what my chart said.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Sad in Hauppauge, NY – Jul 11, 2018
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100% satisfied with Dr. SHER, his compassion and taking time to fully apprise you of your condition and options made me feel confident. He has a terrific attitude and instills a possitive attitude needed to approach your current medical needs. I would recommend this Gentleman to any and everyone.
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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Donald Ockers in Holtsville, NY – Jul 01, 2018
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Waiting 30 days for a call from Dr Sher re: a pathology report from a Thyroid Biopsy-not acceptable by any means.
What went well
No results
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Ernest Conforti in Calverton, NY – Aug 15, 2017
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Dr. Sher was chomping on gum while working on a problem with my sons earwax. My 11 year old son was very anxious, crying & shaking saying that the earwax removal hurt him. The doctor refused to continue working because my son was moving around which I understand. However, he refused not only to continue but to do any work on the 2nd ear and did not encourage, engage or otherwise work with my son to calm him down, merely informed us to use drops to loosen the wax and come back which I never will
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Port Jefferson Station, NY – Jul 07, 2017
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If I could give Dr Sher ZERO stars I would. I made an appointment with him in pure desperation after suffering with sinus infection for 2.5 months. He did not take my complaint seriously and sent me for Cat scan. Report showed sinus infection and he sent his nurse to call me to tell me it was negative. No phone call back from the doctor himself. No one ever calls you back. Instead you have to hound people down. Wasted weeks for nothing. Went to urgent care tonight instead....horrible
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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May 06, 2017
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He is terrible. Due to headache/sinus issue, my dentist suggested me to make an appointment with ENT specialist. So, I met Dr. Sher. During the visit, I kept telling him that I get stuffy nose most of the time and it is hard to unclog it and stuff in my sinus, gives me headache. Unfortunately, he didn't listen to what I was explaining to him !! After CAT-Scan, he surprisingly asked me to meet dentist !!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
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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M J in Lake Grove, NY – Nov 29, 2016
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I had surgery on 2/3/16 and Dr Sher did an excellent job in hiding my thyroid scar in my neck fold. Two weeks after surgery I could barely see it. I had no problems or side effects from my thyroid surgery. His staff was friendly and he has early office hours. I would recommend him highly.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Patricia Bernier in Holtsville, NY – Apr 04, 2016
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Years ago I was very sick and no one was able to figure out what was wrong with me. I was 19 years old, and had severe abscesses in my jawline Most doctors would prescribe a medication and let me be on my way. Not Dr. Sher. I received a call from him later that night as he was at home researching my issues. He then sent me to numerous specialist, including a vascular doctor who found a blood clot in my jugular. Dr Sher saved my life. He truly cared about me as a patient, never giving up.
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
4 others found this helpful
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Karlie S in Orlando, FL – Mar 30, 2016
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biography

William H. Sher, MD*earned his bachelor's degree from New York University and graduated from Hahnemann Medical College in Philadelphia, PA receiving his MD in 1980. He completed his residency training in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Nyu Hospitals Center, Otolaryngology Kings County Hospital Ctr, General Surgery

    Residency Hospital

  • Suny Downstate-kings Co

    Internship Hospital, 1981

  • Drexel University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1980
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
†Self designated 
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    Locations

    Practice

    North Shore Hematology Oncology Associates PC1500 Route 112 Bldg 4 Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
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    Practice

    Otolaryngology Associates of Long Island251 Oakland Ave Port Jefferson, NY 11777
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    Office475 E Main St Patchogue, NY 11772
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Mather Hospital

      75 N Country Rd
      Port Jefferson, NY 11777
      Recipient of 22
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 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

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 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

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

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

      6% higher than the national average

      85%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      10% higher than the national average

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    • St Charles Hospital

      200 Belle Terre Rd
      Port Jefferson, NY 11777
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      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

      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

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    • Mount Sinai Hospital

      1 Gustave L Levy Pl
      New York, NY 10029
      Recipient of 27
      hospital 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
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