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Dr. Laura Downey, MD

Dr. Laura Downey, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*

Dr. Laura Downey, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in West Orange, NJ. Dr. Downey has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions and Otologic Conditions & Procedures. She is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 31 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (31 reviews)

Locations

Associates in Otolaryngology of NJ

Associates in Otolaryngology of NJ741 Northfield Ave Ste 203 West Orange, NJ 07052
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Dr. Downey 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 ExpertiseDr. Downey specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Downey's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Downey

4.6

31 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
87%
87%
4 Star
3%
3%
3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
6%
6%

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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
Helpful
John cancelliere – Sep 17, 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
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
John Sharlow – Aug 21, 2019
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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
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jilly Stone in Livingston , NJ – Mar 03, 2018
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Debby kaufman – Oct 19, 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
Tony in Parsippany, NJ – Feb 15, 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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
New York, NY – Jun 10, 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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Chip in Hackettstown, NJ – Mar 19, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Laura Downey, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in West Orange, NJ. Dr. Downey has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions and Otologic Conditions & Procedures. She is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
  • 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.

  • New York University Medical Center-rusk Institute

    Residency Hospital
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. Downey is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

      94 Old Short Hills Rd
      Livingston, NJ 07039
      Recipient of 31
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      75%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality