Dr. Howard Kotler, MD, FACS
Head & Neck Surgeon
352.4 mi · 2525 South Michigan Avenue, 1st Floor, Chicago, IL 60616
At a glance
4.50 stars (38 reviews)
90% are satisfied with this provider ·
Accepts 46 insurances
1199SEIU, Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, more+ ·
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
Works at Chicago Otolaryngology Associates, SC
4.50
38 reviews
Bedside manner
4.6
Wait time
3.0
Recent reviews
I had a very informative visit with dr.kotler....I would recommend his practice to anyone who's looking for an ent doctor. And the office workers were very pleasant as well.
August 11, 2014Melaine I.Verified patient
My first visit was great and Dr. Kotler is such a nice individual. I would recommend him to everyone. His personality and professionalism got us hooked.
April 2, 2014Elsa G.Verified patient
Office location
Chicago Otolaryngology Associates, SC
352.4 mi · 2525 South Michigan Avenue, 1st Floor, Chicago, IL, 60616
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Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
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BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
UnitedHealthcare
Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Swimmer's ear
Ear eustachian tube disorders
Hearing loss and impairment
Swimmer's ear
Ear eustachian tube disorders
Hearing loss and impairment
More about Dr. Howard Kotler, MD, FACS
Dr. Kotler graduated in 1988 from The University of Health Sciences-The Chicago Medical School. He completed his residency in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Illinois, Chicago, Eye and Ear Infirmary in 1993. He served as Chief Resident from 1992 - 1993. Following residency, He received specialized fellowship training in the United States and Europe in the area of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
Dr. Kotler also serves as Director of Surgical Services for Operation Sunrise, a non-profit organization dedicated to surgical treatment and care of children with cleft lip and palate in medically under-served areas of the world.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
University of Illinois, Chicago, Residency in Otolaryngology
Practice
Chicago Otolaryngology Associates, SC
Certifications
American Board of Otolaryngology
Professional memberships
American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
Chicago Laryngological and Otological Society
American Cleft Palate – Craniofacial Association
Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society
American Medical Informatics Association
American College of Surgeons
Awards and publications
People’s Republic of China / Linyi City Certificate of Appreciation
Arnold P. Gold Foundation 2012 Humanism in Medicine Award
American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Medical Informatics Committee Chairman
Operation Sunrise, Director of Surgical Services
Background
Languages spoken
English
Spanish
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1609805985
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Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.50
Wait time
2.97
Bedside manner
4.57
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38 reviews
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The doctor was fine. He was knowledgeable but his front desk staff was extremely incompetent on many levels.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I wouldn't visit him anymore. He doesn't like I ask a question. He's bad manner.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very great with kids! Listened to concerns and was effective!
March 30, 2013Vanessa S.Verified patient
Extremely professional and down to earth at the same time!
August 14, 2014Karen M.Verified patient
great doctor and very personable. Just hated the wait!!!!
November 20, 2013Daniel R.Verified patient
Dr. Kotler and his staff were first rate in all aspects!
May 24, 2013Initials hidden
Took great care of me, and I was fun to talk with.
September 27, 2014Initials hidden
I went to see the doctor for my ear ringing. Doctors comes in, checks my ears with his little instrument , found nothing wrong. Explains different reasons for ear ringing and put me through lab test for hearing. Lab test took 45 mind to finish and the doc who took my lab test was more infirmative than kotler. Finished lab test , my hearing is almost perfect and the results are available in the hands of doc who did audio test. I was hoping kotler to review the results and tell me my next steps on how to proceed with ear ringing. But i was told by the office and the audio doctor to make another appointment to have the audio test results verified. Really? The doctor is sitting right there in his office .Why can't he check the results now and tell me what's wrong? Why do I need to revisit, go through whole process again, pay covisit just to get these results verified? I insisted the doc who performed audio test that the results be verified now by hotler. The doc went into hotler office talked with him for 5 mins and came out saying that kotler said results are OK. So what now? That's the end of the story of my visit? Kotler didn't even come out of his offfice. I still have pain and constant ear ringing. I was asked if i want a follow up. I took follow up appointment but with the experience i got, I decided not to visit him again. So, here I am after a month now, writing review and looking for another ENT doctor because I still have the problem.
December 22, 2014Viswanath I.Verified patient
Best Dr I've seen for my throat
September 9, 2014Gilbert C.Verified patient
I had a very informative visit with dr.kotler....I would recommend his practice to anyone who's looking for an ent doctor. And the office workers were very pleasant as well.
August 11, 2014Melaine I.Verified patient
The doctors was straight to the point. He didn't even explain how many time a day I should use the nasal rinse he gave me. He just gave me the box he seem to be in a hurry. He suggested that I lose a 100 pounds if I wanted to live longer but I was not in his office for a daily does of health watch. I was there because another doctor keep giving me antibiotics for several months and my nose seem all dry out and sore. I was so uncomfortable I for got to ask him certain questions. I can deal with him long enough to get well and move on.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
My first visit was great and Dr. Kotler is such a nice individual. I would recommend him to everyone. His personality and professionalism got us hooked.
April 2, 2014Elsa G.Verified patient
the wait was too long..
this was my first visit and it went very well
i will be back next week for a CT scan and
will follow up with him the week after.
let's see how the next visit go..
December 20, 2013Woodrow J.Verified patient
Good DR. he explained my condition in detail.
November 29, 2013George G.Verified patient
Dr. Kotler was awesome. Really knowledgeable and honest about his diagnosis and treatment recommendations. It must have been his secretary's first week though as there was a fair amount of struggle with the paperwork and insurance information.
August 26, 2013Brendan S.Verified patient
Dr. Kotler did a fantastic job and once I got in the exam room the exam was fast and he did an excellent job of explaining everything and answering all my questions. However, the wait time at the office was unacceptable. I ended up waiting one and a half hours before I was seen . Literally every patient who walked in after me was seen before me, even people who had missed appointments and were hours late were still seen at my inconvenience. For this reason I will most likely not go back to Dr. Kotler's office at Mercy Hospital despite him being a great doctor.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Great!
More than 1 year agoLatonya C.Verified patient
Everything was great except for the long wait!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Acceptable. Staff was very nice. Too long of a wait, but since it was in the hospital I took advantage of going to the gift shop and cafeteria. Great if they had pager/text message system.
June 13, 2013Initials hidden
it was okay
July 11, 2013Initials hidden
Informative. I felt very comfortable talking with Dr. Kotler. And he was very interested in what I had to say about my concerns regarding my health.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
It was very good. We discussed the purpose of my visit, he did one short procedure look while I was there and scheduled two additional test. He was easy to talk with.
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What practice does Dr. Howard Kotler work with?
Dr. Howard Kotler works with Chicago Otolaryngology Associates, SC.
Where is Dr. Howard Kotler's office located?
Dr. Howard Kotler's office is located at 2525 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60616.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Kotler have?
Dr. Howard Kotler is certified by American Board of Otolaryngology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Howard Kotler?
Dr. Howard Kotler frequently sees patients for ENT Consultation, Hearing Problems, Plastic Surgery Consultation, Sinus Problems / Sinusitis, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Howard Kotler on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Howard Kotler speak?
Dr. Howard Kotler speaks English and Spanish.
How do patients rate Dr. Howard Kotler in reviews?
38 patients have reviewed Dr. Howard Kotler. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.5/5. They have a 4.57/5 rating for bedside manner and a 2.97/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.