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Dr. Richard Huffaker, DO

Dr. Richard Huffaker, DO

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

Dr. Richard Huffaker, DO is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Grants Pass, OR and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2006. He is affiliated with Asante Three Rivers Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

537 Union Ave Grants Pass, OR 97527
(541) 476-7775

Dr. Huffaker 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
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Huffaker specializes in the areas of Facial Plastic Surgery & Otolaryngology & Facial Plastic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Huffaker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Huffaker

3.8

23 ratings, 15 with a written review
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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
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Jan 08, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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May 27, 2023
Three separate one star reviews for the same...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 21, 2023
You and I can agree to disagree on this point. ...Read More
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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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May 21, 2023
I am sorry it did not live up to your...Read More
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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
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Shirley A Nelson – Jul 06, 2022
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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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David Cogdill – Jul 05, 2022
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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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Jeff Harner – Jul 01, 2021
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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
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J mauer – Jan 04, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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May 26, 2019
I am sorry our interaction was less than optimal....Read More
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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
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Heather in Klamath Falls, OR – Nov 21, 2018
Dr. Huffaker's Reply –
Thank you Heather, your a gem! Dr. Huffaker
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Grants Pass, OR – Oct 30, 2018
I'm sorry you do not feel the technique was up to...Read More
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kathy in Talent, OR – Apr 06, 2017
Hi Kathy. I'm sorry you were unable to get an...Read More
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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
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Roseburg, OR – Feb 22, 2017
Thank you for your kind evaluation. I always...Read More
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
susan in Crescent City, CA – Jul 23, 2016
Dr. Huffaker's Reply –
Thank you Susan. :)
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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
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Wayde Morrison in Grants Pass, OR – Apr 15, 2016
Thank you Wayde. You are an amazing person. ...Read More
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About Me

care philosophy

I love people.  I love to fix things with my hands.  Put the two together and I have the perfect job. 

Patient's opinions of their health matter to me.  There is always more than one way to skin a cat so-to-speak. ...read more

biography

Born and raised in Grand Junction Colorado. Always a special place in my heart for the western United States.   I lived in Utah while attending BYU.  Then was accepted to Kansas City College of Medicine and Biosciences to...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Center For Ear Nose Throat And Allergy (centa)

    Fellowship Hospital, 2012

  • Oklahoma State University Center For Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2011

  • Oklahoma State University Medical Center,tulsa, Ok

    Internship Hospital, 2007

  • Kansas City University College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2006

  • Byu

    Undergraduate School, 2002
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology & Otolaryngology
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Facial Plastic Surgery
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Otolaryngology & Facial Plastic Surgery†
†Self designated 
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Dr. Huffaker is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Asante Physicians Partners Ear Nose & Throat537 Union Ave Grants Pass, OR 97527
    1

    Practice

    Asante Three Rivers Medical Center500 SW Ramsey Ave Grants Pass, OR 97527
    2
    Asante2825 E Barnett Rd Medford, OR 97504
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Asante Three Rivers Medical Center

      500 SW Ramsey Ave
      Grants Pass, OR 97527
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

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