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Dr. Thomas Pfennig, DO

Dr. Thomas Pfennig, DO

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

Dr. Thomas Pfennig, DO is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Wyoming, MI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Pfennig has extensive experience in Sleep Apnea and Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 37 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (37 reviews)

Practice

1555 44th St SW Wyoming, MI 49509
(616) 249-8000

Dr. Pfennig 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. Pfennig specializes in the area of Facial Plastic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Pfennig's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Pfennig

3.6

37 ratings, 22 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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Michelle Rzanca – Sep 26, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jennifer Pikaart – Sep 26, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
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Dissatisfied – Jun 12, 2023
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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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Nov 12, 2021
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
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
3 people found this helpful
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Oct 29, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Jan 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
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 29, 2020
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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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Feb 20, 2020
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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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Louise – Feb 16, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Apr 09, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Mar 14, 2019
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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
7 people found this helpful
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Angela in Grand Rapids, MI – Mar 08, 2019
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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
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
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Mar 05, 2019
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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
6 people found this helpful
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Elizabeth in Wyomimg , MI – Mar 04, 2019
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What went well
No results
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
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Zac Duffield in Grand Rapids , MI – Jun 03, 2018
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What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Grandville – Jan 04, 2018
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Walker – Dec 05, 2017
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What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Jenison, MI – Dec 05, 2017
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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
3 people found this helpful
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Allendale, MI – Apr 10, 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
3 people found this helpful
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Jim harper in Midland, michigan – Dec 10, 2016
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biography

Dr. Thomas Pfennig, DO is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Wyoming, MI and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Pfennig has extensive experience in Sleep Apnea and Upper Respiratory Conditions. He graduated from Michigan...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Sleep Medicine Otolaryngology

  • Pediatric Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat)

  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

  • Rhinology

  • Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

  • Otolaryngic Allergy

  • 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.

  • Mt Clemens General Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1992

  • Detroit Osteopathic Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1987

  • Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine

    Medical School, 1986
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology & Otolaryngology®
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Facial Plastic Surgery
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Dr. Pfennig is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Grand Rapids Ear Nose and Throat PC1555 44th St SW Wyoming, MI 49509
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Sat: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Sun: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Office1425 Michigan St NE Ste A Grand Rapids, MI 49503
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital

      100 Michigan St NE
      Grand Rapids, MI 49503
      Recipient of 13
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      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.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% 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
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality