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Howard Hammer, DO
Dickson Medical Associates
Ear, Nose, and Throat
Dickson, TN
Most recent review: 2 weeks ago
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4.7
1K Ratings
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Dr. Howard Hammer, D.O., is a native of Philadelphia. He received a Bachelor of Science Degree from The George Washington University. Prior to medical school, Dr. Hammer worked in the pharmaceutical industry in clinical research. He received his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2002. Dr. Hammer is Board Certified in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, and facial Plastic Surgery.
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4.7
1K Ratings
404 Comments
Dr. Howard Hammer, D.O., is a native of Philadelphia. He received a Bachelor of Science Degree from The George Washington University. Prior to medical school, Dr. Hammer worked in the pharmaceutical industry in clinical research. He received his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2002. Dr. Hammer is Board Certified in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, and facial Plastic Surgery.
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Dr. Howard Hammer, D.O., is a native of Philadelphia. He received a Bachelor of Science Degree from The George Washington University. Prior to medical school, Dr. Hammer worked in the pharmaceutical industry in clinical research. He received his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2002.
Dr. Hammer is Board Certified in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, and facial Plastic Surgery. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery and The American Osteopathic College of Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology, and Head and Neck Surgery. He is also a member of the American Osteopathic Association, Tennessee Medical Association, and The American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy.
In 2022, Dr. Hammer made a significant life decision to relocate to Dickson, marking a new chapter in his career and life. Recognizing a substantial need for Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) care in the community, Dr. Hammer embraced the opportunity to contribute his expertise to the residents of Dickson and its surrounding areas. Dr. Hammer's practice encompasses a broad scope of general ENT care for both pediatric and adult patients. His special areas of interest include the medical and surgical management of recurrent and chronic sinus disease, chronic nasal obstruction, recurrent and chronic ear disease, evaluation of hearing loss, thyroid surgery, and surgical treatment of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. He uses advanced surgical techniques and technology, including intraoperative CT navigation for sinus surgery and minimally invasive in-office sinus, nasal, and ear procedures.
Dr. Hammer is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of his community through expert ENT care. His passion for medicine and commitment to patient-centered care make Dr. Hammer a valuable asset to DMA and the local healthcare community. During his free time, Dr. Hammer enjoys spending time with his family, exercising, golfing, skiing, and being on the beach.
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Dr Hammer was very professional, knowledgeable, and efficient! I appreciate his office getting me in so quickly for a consult.
Dr. Hammer listened carefully to my concerns before thoroughly addressing my issues. He gave me several options to help improve my hearing loss and discussed each option in detail. I would definitely recommend Dr Hammer!
Wonderful experience.
He is a very kind and caring doctor. Need more like him!
No long wait and pleasant, professional experience
Very professional Great at his job
Had an issue another Dr. couldn’t figure out. Dr. Hammer had it resolved in two minutes! My hearing was restored in my right ear. Also, he was very friendly with a good sense of humor. Very professional.
Please avoid this doctor and his practice. In my opinion and on my observation, the office is run not by the doctor, but by two women who work with him — the receptionist and the nurse. If you don’t please them, Dr. Hammer will not show good bedside manners. During my appointment with Dr. Hammer, I felt as if I were being treated like a guinea pig. The reason I say this is that when you work with a guinea pig, you don’t have to explain why you are doing what you are doing. You don’t have to explain what consequences may be expected or what the patient should do afterward. That is exactly what happened to me during my office visit. The doctor didn't explain the connection between itchiness and the necessity of wax removal. Neither he explain that my ear can bleed after the earwax removal procedure. He hurt me during the procedure so badly that I screamed. There were no appologies afterwords, there was no warning before the procedure that the pain was expected. He knew that I had
Results no more pressure in my nose 🤧
A caring healer.