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Dr. James Turk, DO

Dr. James Turk, DO

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

Dr. James Turk, DO is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Valparaiso, IN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Midwestern University in 1981. He is affiliated with Northwest Health-Porter. He is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

2802 Leonard Dr Valparaiso, IN 46383

Dr. Turk is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Turk specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
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Dr. Turk's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Turk

3.4
12 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
58%
58%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
0%
0%
2 star
8%
8%
1 star
33%
33%

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Office horrible follow up
the most unfriendly office staff, very rude and short to work with. Came in with a referral for Keenan but he was very backed up so got stuck with Turk. Order a CT scan, and it took over week to get it scheduled due to insurance. Office failed to tell me I would have to bring a CD of the scan to the office in order to hear what the results were. Meanwhile, I'm still in pain and no answers. When I spoke to the imagining department that assured me that the ordering physician gets the results faxed right away. HERE I sit still wondering what is wrong and when called back they just continue to say must make an appointment to review the CD This would have been good to know 3 weeks ago when I got the CT scan. Lack of communication and professionalism. Never would I recommend this office I guess sense it's not them in pain there is no sense of urgency. I remember how wonderful the staff was years ago now they are just RUDE
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 01, 2023
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I will not ever recommend anyone to Dr Turk. He should probably retire as it is very apparent that he is just going through the motions and not actually taking the time to listen and give patients proper care.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 08, 2020
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Great Doctor
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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IN – Feb 28, 2019
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I waited 10 days for an urgent appointment with Dr Turk. When I got to the office the wait seemed extensive. I was in pain and by the time I was called back to the examination room I was crying. The nurse nor the doctor asked if I was okay or if I needed anything. They quickly went through what I assume are their standard questions. Dr Turk immediately said that I needed another antibiotic, my 3rd and to call him in two weeks if not better. No culture or testing. Lazy doctoring. So frustrated!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
10 others found this helpful
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Tanya in Wheatfield, IN – Oct 10, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Turk, DO is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Valparaiso, IN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Midwestern University in 1981. He is affiliated with Northwest Health-Porter. He is accepting new patients.
  • 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.

  • Midwestern University

    Medical School, 1981
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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Dr. Turk is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Associated Ear Nose and Throat Specialists PC2802 Leonard Dr Valparaiso, IN 46383
    1

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Northwest Health-Porter

      85 E US Highway 6
      Valparaiso, IN 46383

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

      82%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% lower than the national average

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