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Dr. Saurabh Shah, MD

Dr. Saurabh Shah, MD

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

Dr. Saurabh Shah, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Escondido, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shah has extensive experience in Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities Palomar Medical Center Poway and Palomar Medical Center Escondido. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Locations

Palomar Health Medical Group

Ear Nose & Throat / Allergy & Asthma225 E 2nd Ave Ste 230 Escondido, CA 92025
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At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Shah specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. See board certifications
  • Friendly StaffPatients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top HospitalPatient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Shah's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shah

3.4

16 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
13%
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3 Star
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2 Star
6%
6%
1 Star
31%
31%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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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Jul 24, 2024
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 09, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 12, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
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Teresa Jaimes – Dec 29, 2019
Querida Teresa, gracias por su agradable...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
2 people found this helpful
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Escondido – Jan 30, 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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
millcreek ut – Feb 24, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

It's very gratifying to me when I can help my patients' get better and improve their lives.

biography

Dr. Saurabh Shah is a board-certified Ear, Nose and Throat/Otolaryngology Specialist, specializing in sinus and nasal procedures. Committed to compassion and excellence, Dr. Shah has improved the lives of thousands of patients, helping them breathe...read more
  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Laryngology

  • Rhinology

  • Sinus 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.

  • University Of California, San Francisco School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2000
  • University Of California - San Francisco School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1996
  • University Of California, San Francisco School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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  • English

  • Gujarati

  • Spanish

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Palomar Medical Center Poway

    15615 Pomerado Rd
    Poway, CA 92064
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 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.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Palomar Medical Center Escondido

    2185 Citracado Pkwy
    Escondido, CA 92029
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2023)

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

    View all awards

    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

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

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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