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Dr. Mark Wax, MD

Dr. Mark Wax, MD

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

Dr. Mark Wax, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Portland, OR and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Toronto, Fac Med in 1980. He is affiliated with OHSU Hospital-Marquam Hill Campus. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd Portland, OR 97239

Dr. Wax 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
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Wax specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Wax's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wax

4.2

13 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 Star
69%
69%
4 Star
15%
15%
3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
15%
15%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 28, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
R. Baker in Portland, OR – May 14, 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
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Klyles kolbars in Portland, OR – Jan 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
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Jen pelitier in Eugene, OR – Jan 12, 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
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Ichabod C. in Camas Valley, OR – Jan 09, 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
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Andrew in Salem, OR – Jan 08, 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
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Kelly in Portland, OR – Jan 06, 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
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Jason in Portland, OR – Jan 05, 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
Helpful
Garris in Portland, OR – Jan 05, 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
Helpful
Jeremiah Garris in Salem, OR – Jan 05, 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Bend, OR – Apr 09, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Mark Wax, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Portland, OR and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Toronto, Fac Med in 1980. He is affiliated with OHSU Hospital-Marquam Hill Campus. 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.

  • Cedars Sinai Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1983
  • St Michaels Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 1983
  • Mt Sinai Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1981
  • University Of Toronto, Fac Med

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

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

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    Locations

    Practice

    OHSU Hospital3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd Portland, OR 97239
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    Practice

    University Andrology Lab LLC3303 S Bond Ave Portland, OR 97239
    2
    OHSU Knight Cancer Institute South Waterfront3485 S Bond Ave Portland, OR 97239
    3
    Office3270 SW Pavilion Loop Ste 250 Portland, OR 97239
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • OHSU Hospital-Marquam Hill Campus

      3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd
      Portland, OR 97239
      Recipient of 14
      hospital awards

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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      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

      80%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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