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Dr. Carol Bauer, MD

Dr. Carol Bauer, MD

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

Dr. Carol Bauer, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Springfield, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1989. She is affiliated with medical facilities HSHS St. John's Hospital and Springfield Memorial Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

301 N 8th St Springfield, IL 62701

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Bauer specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. See hospitals
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Dr. Bauer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bauer

3.4

14 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
57%
57%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
7%
7%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
36%
36%

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What could be improved
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Oct 01, 2021
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Mar 15, 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
6 people found this helpful
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Todd – Jul 31, 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
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Bloomington, IL – Jul 15, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Carol Bauer, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Springfield, IL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine in 1989. She is affiliated with medical...read more
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Neurotology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1995
  • Baylor University

    Fellowship Hospital, 1995
  • University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics

    Residency Hospital, 1994
  • Butterworth Hospital/michigan State University

    Internship Hospital, 1990
  • University Of Iowa Carver College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
  • Grinnell College

    Undergraduate School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Gaines & Banday LLC301 N 8th St Springfield, IL 62701
1
Siu Physicians & Surgeons Inc720 N Bond St Springfield, IL 62702
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Springfield Memorial Hospital

    701 N 1st St
    Springfield, IL 62702
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • HSHS St. John's Hospital

    800 E Carpenter St
    Springfield, IL 62702
    Recipient of 2
    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

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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