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Dr. Thomas Connely, MD

Dr. Thomas Connely, MD

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

Dr. Thomas Connely, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in Kearney, NE and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT KEARNEY in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities CHI Health Good Samaritan and Jennie M Melham Memorial Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

615 W 39th St Kearney, NE 68845
(308) 865-2277

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Connely specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Connely's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Connely

3.1
11 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
45%
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4 star
9%
9%
3 star
0%
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2 star
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1 star
45%
45%

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I went to Dr Connely for my sinuses and had a deviated septum and several other problems first look at my MRI he recommended surgery he did sinus surgery and fixed my nose I would recommend Dr Connely to anyone he is a very friendly caring Dr. Very compassionate person he was always on time at my appts and took the time to explain things to us.
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Deb Stamm in Benkelman, Nebr – Dec 10, 2017
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Had an appt scheduled for my son 3 weeks prior. Showed up and waited for almost 2 hours. Once he finally came in, no apology or explanation for the long wait. Told him my son has had a issues snoring/coughing for a year and a half and was told I should take him to an ENT from multiple medical professionals. In a nut shell, was EXTREMELY condescending. Told me I was overreacting, left after being in there for no more than 5 mins. I never post reviews about anyone but felt the NEED to share.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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Kearney, NE – Nov 17, 2017
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Have been dealing with a plugged ear for 6 months. Have all the symptoms of blocked Eustachian tube. When I saw Dr Connely's PA she ran a hearing test and concluded I had nerve damage hearing loss, even though I had NO risk factors for this. Dr. Connely concurred. Neither listened to my questions OR my symptoms or even mentioned anything about my Eustachian tube. Have been diagnosed with tube dysfunction by another specialist and offered treatment. Never again.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
Helpful
Kearney, NE – Mar 27, 2017
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Thank you for helping my daughter with her continual issues. She had a constant sore throat and was always exhausted. After her tonsillectomy, she is a completely different little girl, happy and healthy! I very much appreciate the way you made her feel at ease. This was an extremely good experience!
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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Tim Hoffart in Kearney, NE – Jun 02, 2016
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I had to wait over 45 minutes because,according to one of the nurses, he was eating coffee cake. After 3 taking my 4 year old daughter to him 3 times for tonsil issues (snoring, difficulty swallowing) he said to come back if she started to stop breathing when sleeping. Needless to say we went to another dr.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
9 others found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 22, 2015
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About Me

biography

Dr. Thomas Connely, MD is an otolaryngology-head and neck surgery specialist in Kearney, NE and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA AT KEARNEY in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

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  • University Of Nebraska At Kearney

    Medical School, 1989
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

Ent. Physicians of Kearney PC615 W 39th St Kearney, NE 68845
1

Practice

Heartland Surgery Center3515 30th Ave Kearney, NE 68845
2

Practice

Jennie M. Melham Memorial Medical Center145 Memorial Dr Broken Bow, NE 68822
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • CHI Health Good Samaritan

    10 E 31st St
    Kearney, NE 68847
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

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

    Patient Safety 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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Jennie M Melham Memorial Medical Center

    145 Memorial Dr
    Broken Bow, NE 68822

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

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

    5% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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