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Dr. Tina Elkins, MD
Ear, Nose, and Throat*
20+ years of experience
Dr. Tina Elkins, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in Athens, TX and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School in 2000. She is affiliated with medical facilities UT Health Athens and UT Health Tyler. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.
4.7 Star Rating
Based on 42 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (42 reviews)
Practice
1701 S Palestine St Ste B Athens, TX 75751Telehealth available
Dr. Elkins is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat
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- Above average experience
- Good hospital quality
- Good patient ratings
- No healthcare sanctions
- Areas of ExpertiseDr. Elkins specializes in the areas of Otolaryngology & Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
- Explains Conditions Well
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
- Hospital Satisfaction
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Dr. Elkins' Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. Elkins
4.7
42 ratings, 29 with a written review
| 5 star | 88% | 88% |
| 4 star | 7% | 7% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 0% | 0% |
| 1 star | 5% | 5% |
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Treats you as a Physican should!
What went well
- I felt respected
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Staff friendliness
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
- Difficult to schedule appointment
1 other person found this helpful
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Rob in Canton – Oct 24, 2023
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Treats you like a friend.
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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Mike – Jul 07, 2023
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I am so happy to have found her, she was my last resort. Wish she had been the first. I had been to several doctors with no answers. Dr. Elkins took her time to listen to my symptoms. She knew exactly what I was facing. She took the time and effort to study my symptoms, then recommended steps to help me during a Larynga spasm. She prescribed a medication that has definitely helped.
She has a very outgoing personality, and easy to talk to. I highly recommend her.
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
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Frances B. – Dec 22, 2022
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Dr Elkins is excellent. A credit to her field.
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
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Sharon Jones – Nov 29, 2022
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I highly recommend Dr. Elkins
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
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Lee Orr – Oct 11, 2022
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Dr. Elkins was very professional and very pleasant. Listened and asked questions. After examination finding explained and instructions given for care and follow up appointment made. Look forward to the follow up appt.
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
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George Guillot Sr. – Aug 14, 2022
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I really like how informative she is in explaining your health issues you are experiencing. She goes above and beyond to make sure you understand your diagnosis and the treatment. I am soooooo pleased with Dr. Elkins and so is my daughter. I am glad she is in Athens close to where I live. Awesome doctor !!!
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Patsy Glenn – Apr 26, 2022
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Dr. Elkins and her staff are very courteous and professional. She is very persistent in treating my problems!
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
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Apr 13, 2022
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Awesome!
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Connie – Apr 09, 2022
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Wonderful visit. Dr Elkins is best in her field. Missed her while she was good so proud to have her back. The office crew was friendly
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
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Sarah Wright – Apr 06, 2022
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I was in so much pain and had been seen by other doctors and an ER visit. Dr. Elkins saw me the day we called and was able to give me some relief. She is very compassionate and takes her time to explain every step so there are no surprises.
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
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Teresa Cleek – Apr 06, 2022
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Dr. Elkins took my problem seriously and took action..great day 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
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Carolyn V Hosmer – Apr 06, 2022
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Dr. Elkins caught & diagnosed my husband’s throat cancer ASAP, it was only at stage 1, and he is now over a year cancer free.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Denise Van Nieuwenhuyzen – May 18, 2021
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Terrible ENT. Went for Menieres Diesease, and she was absolutely the worst doctor ever. I was stable and no problems, she changed up all my medicines from DR Owens in Dallas and I started having symptoms again.
What went well
- Wait times
What could be improved
- 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
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J Johnson – Mar 02, 2021
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Dr. Elkins listened to me and helped me to figure out a plan of action. She has the knowledge and skills, but most of all I appreciate her for her kind and caring attitude.
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
2 others found this helpful
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Jim – Mar 12, 2018
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Dr. Elkins was fantastic and her staff is exemplary
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
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Joseph Kelly in Malakoff, Tx – Jan 01, 2018
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I have been seeing Dr. Elkins since 2007 for sinus issues... and so far she has done a great job in helping me thru several sinus issues....
What went well
- Office environment
- 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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Athens, TX – Dec 29, 2017
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As a retired medical worker, I refuse to go to a doctor I have no confidence in. Dr Elkins is a fantastic ENT doctor who I have been going to for many years. She has also cared for several of my children, grandchildren, and elderly parents. We have great confidence in her knowledge and her administration, as well as appreciating her personable and caring professionalism. You can’t find many doctors who maintain this level of quality over many years so consistently.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Lucinda Bunton in canton, tx – Dec 16, 2017
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I’ve only seen Dr. Elkins one time and I was impressed. She was very thorough and took time to answer my questions and concerns. I would recommend her to anyone. She will be doing my surgery in a couple of months and explained everything to me so I could understand.
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Athens, TX – Dec 03, 2017
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Great doctor! She treats you like you are family. Explains where you understand your problem. Great care!!
Sherry Kelley
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Sherry Kelley in Athens, TX – Nov 29, 2017
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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Elkins to family and friends is 4.7380953 out of 5
About Me
biography
Tina Elkins, MD, moved to Athens, Texas in July 2005 from Houston, Texas. Dr. Elkins attended Texas Tech University Health Sciences (TTUHSC) in Lubbock, Texas and graduated with honors with a degree in Communication Disorders. While at TTUHSC,...read moreEar, Nose, and Throat
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Md Anderson Cancer Center
Residency Hospital, 2005University Of Texas, Houston
Internship Hospital, 2001University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At Houston Mcgovern Medical School
Medical School, 2000Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Undergraduate School, 1995
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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Urology Center of East Texas P.A.1701 S Palestine St Ste A Athens, TX 75751
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86%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
78%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well2% higher than the national average
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