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Dr. David Hemmer, MD

Dr. David Hemmer, MD

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

Dr. David Hemmer, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Saint Charles, IL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Hemmer has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions and Otologic Conditions & Procedures. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1974. He is affiliated with medical facilities Advocate Sherman Hospital and Presence Saint Joseph Hospital Elgin. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 48 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (48 reviews)

Practice

2210 Dean St Ste L Saint Charles, IL 60175
Telehealth available

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Dr. Hemmer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hemmer

4.2
48 ratings, 41 with a written review
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3 star
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1 star
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Let’s just say I have interesting ear, nose and throat issues Dr Hemmer has come to my rescue more than once over the years. He is not only fantastic at what he does but is very caring and thorough about what he does. He and his staff always make you feel welcome and cared for.
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
  • Long wait times
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EER – Oct 05, 2024
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The worst DOCTOR in the world
He is very unprofessional, he is rude, He will stick a scope in your nose and call it surgery, He charges $1260.00 to seal a vein in your nose. The national average is 384.00. STAY AWAY.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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anonymous – Aug 23, 2023
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I came to see Dr. Hemmer back in 1987-88. I had thyroid cancer and a huge tumor in my neck. Dr. Hemmer and his staff were so kind and compassionate I was very scared about my diagnosis but he took the time to explain everything. Excellent surgeon and his partner. Would HIGHLY recommend this doctor to anyone. By the way I have been cancer free ever since. Thank you Dr. Hemmer
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Linda (Martinez) Rodriguez – Aug 17, 2023
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Highly recommended
Very happy with staff attention. They are kind and courteous. Dr. Hemmer is pleasant listening to my needs, addressed my concerns & problems with hearing & dizziness. I also saw their audiologist, Jill White she has gone above and beyond helping me to find the appropriate hearing aids for my hearing loss.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 24, 2023
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The Best ENT Physician!
Dr. Hemmer is the best! He is patient kind, knowledgeable, and professional. The office staff are welcoming, kind, and very helpful with any type of inquiry. I have been to Dr. Hemmer's office for my daughter several years ago regarding ear issues and most recently for myself regarding sinus and allergy issues. He is the only doctor that thoroughly addressed my symptoms, created a plan of action, and resolved my painful sinus issues. I highly recommend Dr. Hemmer. Thank you Dr. Hemmer and staff!
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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Deborah Parker – Mar 14, 2022
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I have worked for physicians for many years. Dr. Hemmer is the most intelligent by far. If you need ENT care, he is the man.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Office environment
1 other person found this helpful
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Marcy Giardono – Jan 21, 2022
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Dr Hemmer helped me on my 1st office visit to be able to hear everything again! I can't thank him enough! He put tubes in my ears to help fluid behind my eardrums. I have been going through pretty bad hearing loss for a couple of years. Other MD didn't help me. Dr. Hemmer was very gentle and I could hear excellent immediately! Super fast office visit, the audiologist Jennifer was very knowledgeable and sweet! It is so great to hear the furnace running, even my doggie snoring and no more loud tv!! Really nice office staff also! Thank you so much Dr. Hemmer! You are very kind! Debra
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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Debra Radke – Apr 03, 2021
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I was referred to Dr. Hemmer for a biopsy on my tonsils. For each of my visits, I was met by friendly, welcoming and highly competent office staff. Dr. Hemmer explained exactly what was to be done and how he would proceed. The procedure was comfortable and I was asked how I felt by both the doctor and assistant throughout. When the results were available, Dr. Hemmer contacted me right away. I would definitely recommend Dr. Hemmer and his staff.
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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Feb 25, 2021
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We used Fox Valley Ear, Nose & Throat because of a referral from one of our friends. Dr. Hemmer is a fabulous doctor, but his office staff should all be fired and replaced with new staff. I have never dealt with people like this before. The medical profession has gotten worse in the past year due to our pandemic, but the office staff at this location is the ABSOLUTE WORST of any I have ever dealt with.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 others found this helpful
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Sep 29, 2020
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was in desperate need of emergency services do to a bloody nose had called a few ENT doctors all were either to busy or not in, until a friend told me to call Dr Hemmers office so I called he was booked but the nurse said come in we will take you,the best choice for the day was in an emergency they got me in and did a procedure on me to stop the bleeding,his staff was great and Dr Hemmer will now be my new ENT doctor,a doctor that puts emergence cases first a true health care provider,sure got me never thought I would get in but his office said get in here and will take care of you,just top service.
What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Nick – Dec 27, 2019
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Dr. Hemmer has done 2 of my children's tonsillectomies, nose ablation, daughter and husbands ear issues and will be fixing my sons broken nose. I trust his skills and knowledge. Dr Hemmer takes his time with you to explain the health issue at hand, listens and answers any questions. He is our forever ENT and the staff is super caring, nice and helpful.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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May 03, 2019
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My wife went with me and we both agreed that Dr. Hemmer & his staff should get at least 10 stars!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 29, 2019
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Problem: serious sinus issues Short answer: outstanding physician! Long answer: I went to one Internist, who didn't do any exam and told me to use a Neti Pot. Another Internist looked in my ears and gave me a steroid spray. Needless to say, neither worked. I finally wised up and sought an ENT Specialist....Dr. Hemmer....hallelujah! He did a thorough exam, noted I had a wicked sinus infection, and gave me proper treatment, with long-term care solutions, and follow-up care. In 3 days, I felt gr
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 19, 2019
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I have been able to get an appointment on short notice twice in the past two months. Waiting room time was reasonable. Was able to alleviate my problem.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 11, 2019
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Severe hearing loss is a frustrating problem, to say the least. Thanks to Dr. Hemmer's skills, I not only can hear better, I also have gotten a handle on allergies affecting my nasal passages. His staff is kind and professional. I'm very grateful to Dr. Hemmer and also to his audiologist, Joe Pacer. Many thanks.
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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William Bower in North Aurora, IL, I – Feb 14, 2019
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Our experiences with Dr. Hemmer have always been EXCELLENT! He and ALL his staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. They genuinely care for their patients. The exams are thorough and Dr. Hemmer clearly explains everything in detail, before, during and afterward.We drive from Marengo to ensure we have the BEST care available! Having been patients for 15+ years, we won't go anywhere else.
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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Jeff and Tammy Klaus in Marengo, IL – Feb 05, 2019
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Friendly, on time service
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 23, 2019
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My husband and I have been going to Dr. Hemmer for over 20 years. When my parents came to live with us I took my Dad to Dr. Hemmer for hearing aids and Dr. Hemmer treated my Dad with the utmost respect as he was 93. We can not give enough praise to Dr. Hemmer as we can always get in to see him and he always takes the time to listen to what ails us, then takes care of us. He deserves 6 stars.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Elgin, IL – Jan 11, 2019
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He is a great doctor and doesn't rush you through the appt. More doctors should care as much as he does for his patients!
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
2 others found this helpful
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Theresa M. in Crystal Lake, IL – Dec 21, 2018
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Dr Hemmer has years of experience and is well qualified for all my hearing needs. He and his staff have taken good care of me and my family for many years and we have always been completely satisfied with the professional care we received.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Dec 01, 2018
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Dr. David Hemmer, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Saint Charles, IL and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Hemmer has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions and Otologic Conditions & Procedures....read more
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • University Ill Ee Infirm

    Residency Hospital, 1979
  • Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1975
  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1974
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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    Practice

    Fox Valley Ear Nose and Throat Assoc. SC2210 Dean St Ste L Saint Charles, IL 60175
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    Office2971 W Algonquin Rd Ste 102 Algonquin, IL 60102
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    Practice

    Office750 Fletcher Dr Ste 100 Elgin, IL 60123
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