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Dr. Paul Fortgang, MD

Dr. Paul Fortgang, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Fortgang, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in New Haven, CT and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

1 Long Wharf Dr Ste 302 New Haven, CT 06511
Telehealth available
(203) 777-2264

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Fortgang specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Fortgang's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fortgang

3.5
15 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
47%
47%
4 star
7%
7%
3 star
20%
20%
2 star
7%
7%
1 star
20%
20%

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Would highly recommend Dr Fortgang
Friendly puts you at ease . Spends time to explain your situation. Friendly staff
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
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Frank G – Dec 19, 2023
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He is amazing! He sent me out for several tests right away and then recommended what would be next step.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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Colleen – Jun 24, 2023
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My initial visit was great. He took the time to get to know me and hear me out, carefully examined my throat and such. He let me know the plan for next time to take a closer look if I was still having issues. However, he didn’t follow through with those plans on the next visit. The conversation was rushed and brief, maybe seven minutes. I didn’t get to say much. I know doctors are very busy. Given the rising cost of co-pays (mine’s the equivalent of almost two weeks of groceries), I wish there was a way to know in advance how many minutes are allotted for the appointment, roughly what it will cover, and if there will be time for questions. Since the last visit was a brief conversation with no examination, it could have taken place virtually, which would have drastically reduced my co-pay and saved me the bus ride.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
3 others found this helpful
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Dec 05, 2022
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GREAT DOCTOR! Very friendly and always remembered who you were. Was disappointed when I was no longer allowed to go to him due to Obamacare.
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
4 others found this helpful
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James Santomassimo in Branford, Ct – Dec 27, 2016
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Dr. Fortgang performed what was supposed to be a one-day surgery on my daughter, who was six at the time, seventeen years ago. The surgery was very successful, resulting in many, many years of relief. You may have to wait in the office but that just means if you need extra time, you will get it. People are not cars, they are far more complicated. You want your outcome to be tailored to your needs - not to what is the norm for the "average" person. Dr. Fortgang is a true medical practitioner..
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
6 others found this helpful
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Eileen in Waterbury, CT – Sep 06, 2016
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Dr. Fortgang is the friendliest doctor I have ever met. This makes your office visit so much more relaxed. He is very thorough in his exams and listens to your questions and concerns. He also personally calls you back if you have a question which most doctors don't do anymore. I would highly recommend him to anyone.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
Helpful
Robin in Milford, CT – May 21, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Paul Fortgang, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in New Haven, CT and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Penn State University College of Medicine in 1980. He is affiliated with Yale New Haven Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

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  • Penn State University College Of Medicine

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

Practice

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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Yale New Haven Hospital

    20 York St
    New Haven, CT 06510
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

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

    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.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
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