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Dr. Brien Tonkinson, MD

Dr. Brien Tonkinson, MD

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

Dr. Brien Tonkinson, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Key West, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Clovis Community Medical Center and Community Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

1111 12th St Ste 210 Key West, FL 33040
(305) 294-1706

Dr. Tonkinson 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
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Tonkinson specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
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Dr. Tonkinson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tonkinson

3.7

21 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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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
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Richard Flores – Jul 06, 2023
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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
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Randy Hoover – Dec 09, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 14, 2020
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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
1 person found this helpful
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Feb 25, 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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Robert in Visalia, CA – Jun 16, 2018
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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
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Upset patient in Fresno, CA – Nov 16, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Di Johnson – Sep 22, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Thomas Suderman in Visalia, CA – May 08, 2017
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Michael in Clovis, CA – Nov 20, 2016
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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
Helpful
Sharon in Fresno, CA – Nov 18, 2016
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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
  • Long wait times
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jean Keno in Clovis, CA – Apr 15, 2016
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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
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Brittanie in Fresno, CA – Jan 21, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Brien Tonkinson, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Key West, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences in 1995. He is affiliated with medical...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.

  • William Beaumont Army Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2003

  • Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1995

  • Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences F. Edward Hébert School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1995
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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Dr. Tonkinson is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Southern Medical Group1111 12th St Ste 210 Key West, FL 33040
    1
    Office1200 Kennedy Dr Ste 2032 Key West, FL 33040
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Clovis Community Medical Center

      2755 Herndon Ave
      Clovis, CA 93611
      Recipient of 3
      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

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (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.

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

      1% lower than the national average

      73%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • John C. Fremont Healthcare District

      5189 Hospital Rd
      Mariposa, CA 95338

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

      85%
      Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

      8% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Saint Agnes Medical Center

      1303 E Herndon Ave
      Fresno, CA 93720
      Recipient of 8
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (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.

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      68%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      8% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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