Ronald K de Venecia, MD, PhD
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4.854545 average rating from 264 patient reviews
Specialties
Affiliation
Mass General Brigham
Provider Locations
- Boston, MA
Fellowship trained in treating conditions of the inner ear, Dr. Ronald de Venecia’s clinical interests include acute and chronic ear disease, acoustic neuroma and other lateral skull base tumors, auditory brainstem implants, and cochlear implants. His research interests include auditory brainstem implants and electrical stimulation of the auditory system.
Education & Training
- Fellowship: Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Neurotology-Otology, 2006
- Residency: Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Otolaryngology, 2004
- Residency: Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Resident Research Training Program, Otolaryngology, 2001
- Residency: Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Otolaryngology, 1999
- Internship: Brigham and Women's Hospital, General Surgery, 1998
- Medical Education: University of Maryland School of Medicine, Medicine, 1997
Board Certifications
- Neurotology, American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
- Otolaryngology, American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Languages Spoken
- English
Age Group Treated
- Adults
Patient Feedback
4.854545 average rating from 264 reviews
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I left without a resolution to my problem or a set of instructions to follow to address my concerns. I felt my complaints were dismissed as a non-issue.
2026-07-08
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He's the best!!
2026-07-06
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My doctor is very helpful everytime I go there!
2026-07-04
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Answered all my questions patiently and in a manner that we understood. Makes you feel very comfortable and relaxed. Great experience.
2026-07-04
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He is extremely professional and caring!
2026-07-02
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Could not be more pleasant. I'm very satisfied.
2026-07-01
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Dr DeVenecia was and is always is very thorough and explains everything to me
2026-06-27
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He was kind, knowledgeable, and answered my questions.
2026-07-01
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Successful surgery
2026-06-19
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I feel very comfortable with my dr and make the long trip from NH due to outstanding care received at MEE over 30+ years. [redacted]
2026-06-17
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I cannot say enough wonderful things about Dr. Ron Devencia at Mass Eye and Ear. From the moment I walk in, I know I am in the hands of someone who truly cares about his patients - not just as cases, but as people. He knows my history well and always takes the time to discuss options for my care as time moves on. He is a TEN!!! Thanks! [redacted]
2026-06-17
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Everyone was so great and kind.
2026-06-15
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This was the best experience. I was so impressed with the care and dedication everyone showed me.
2026-06-13
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He's great
2026-06-13
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Excellent communication as well as care. Thank you
2026-06-08
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He listened and explained and he was on time.
2026-06-07
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I always have a good experience at MGH and mass iron Ear
2026-06-06
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They were very accommodating
2026-06-03
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Good experience
2026-06-03
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I have complete trust in Dr. DeVenecia.
2026-05-26
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Dr. Devenecia listens carefully and provides prudent advice.
2026-05-27
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EVERY THING WENT SMOOTH WITH NO ISSUES.
2026-05-25
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Attentive, friendly, courteous, responsive.
2026-05-18
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He is very helpful in his treatment. He answered my question and gave me helpful information
2026-05-17
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Thank you for service .
2026-05-13
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Dr DeVenecia is an extraordinary practitioner His knowledge is remarkable, and he communicates all with clarity His practice manager [redacted] is also fantastic. They are a fabulous team [redacted] I am totally confident in him. [redacted]
2026-05-06
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Both [redacted], AuD and Dr. Ronald De Venecia, MD, PhD are eceptional profesionals that I am very fortunate to have.
2026-05-03
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Great experience. I would recommend.
2026-05-02
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I see this provider only once a year, yet he does seem to remember the important things!
2026-04-27
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Dr. Devenecia is an excellent doctor
2026-04-22
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Everything was done well. He was very clear and answered all questions.
2026-04-20
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Ronald was clear and concise, respectful, a good listener and was very personable.
2026-04-19
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Dr explained that there really aren't any treatments for my Tinnitus (although I read about two online). I was disappointed b/c I just want to lower the buzzing in my ears.
2026-04-19
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I am comfortable talking with this doctor and confident with his care.
2026-04-18
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Everybody at mass General Hospital for the years were very nice very helpful
2026-04-18
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I drive 1 1/2 hrs to get here from my home and it is worth every mile to know that I'm in good hands with a doctor and medical team who gives me excellent care!
2026-04-18
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Dr. Devenecia is one of the best doctors I've ever had and I've had a lot. He's wonderful. So is his office.
2026-04-17
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Excellent
2026-04-11
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Excellent for a first visit: Understood my hearing problem; explained the nature of it very well so I could understand; listened carefully to my questions; explained the what and the why; spoke about possible future treatment; understood and accommodated my need to know. He was gently realistic in explaining that I might not achieve the goal of getting my hearing back in my left ear based on what I told him, but I felt he would look further into the problem and he ordered hearing test for me. Dr. de Venecia showed empathy and respect. From all this, I knew he would do the best to help me recover whatever left ear hearing I could.
2026-04-15
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Explains what's offered Makes me aware of advantages & drawbacks I feel confident of using my information to make some decisions
2026-04-08
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Dr. Devenecia was very attentive and very thorough. Explained everything so that I understood and was able to make a decision.
2026-04-06
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Dr. Devenecia has always treated with kindness and values my input and respects my decisions.
2026-04-06
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The Doctor and nurse were wonderful, and plenty of patience.
2026-04-03
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The audiologist was also very good.
2026-03-31
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Always a good experience!
2026-04-02
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I am very happy with my doctor and the care I am given at MGH Eye and Ear. The receptionist was very helpful in getting me a referral and appointment with a sinus dr.
2026-04-02
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Excellent service, always has been. That's it.
2026-03-30
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Dr. Devenecia is one of the most caring and kind doctors I've met. He always knows what I need to have done to my ears. He asks questions regarding my tinnitus which I've had for years. He's not only a good doctor, but a very nice human being who I'm always happy to see.
2026-03-30
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Every visit with my PCP is full of not just knowledge but also compassion for my medical situation. He always makes time for me even when it is last minute and I have come to really appreciate this Doctor,.
2026-03-25
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The provider was excellent in every way. [redacted]
2026-03-18
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Excellent service by both audiologists. The Doctor is A+ and extremely thorough and communicative.
2026-03-18
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Amazing
2026-03-18
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Dr Devenecia was kind and considerate about my hearing issue.
2026-03-15
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My experience was pretty good this time with care provider.
2026-03-15
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It was helpiful know where my hearing range and he had useful stratgies for me to cope with.
2026-03-13
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Dr. Devenecia is wonderful! [redacted]
2026-03-11
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The Dr was very good and kind.
2026-03-07
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Satisfied
2026-02-26
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Dr. Devenecia is wonderful. It's worth schlepping from Burlington Mass to Mass General to see him. I always look forward to the visits and I hope they will continue. Thank you.
2026-02-20
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He is excellent!!! Explains things to me and is always upbeat and concerned about my hearing, I do have a lot of wax in my ear which he need to vacuum out because I have small ear canals
2026-02-16
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Dr. Devenecia has been a blessing, he has been very professional and has been very thorough in explaining my complications even before this visit. He has been thorough in his assessment and ensure that follow ups are done and what can be expected as time elapses.
2026-02-15
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Wonderful,caring dr
2026-02-14
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excellent care
2026-02-09
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[redacted] Dr. Devenecia put me at ease regarding my biggest concerns from my hearing test and told me that it was not something to fret about. He was accommodating [redacted] Professional and polite, all around. Thank you!
2026-02-09
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Didn't really speak with the nurse except she showed me where the exam room was and asked if there were any medication changes.
2026-02-08
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I was grateful that he had enough time to be able to listen to a good portion, I think, of some of my symptoms. I shared some with the nurse. He did do follow-up tests that no one else had done for over a year and a half, which I'm really, really grateful for. And gave me some hope where I had none because I was told that this surgery was no longer being done anymore. And I'm like, no, I know it is. So although I think there's more, but who knows? I think the sinuses are an issue too. But I didn't really, I don't know. He tested that, so we'll see what happens. But I'm very grateful that I have some hope again because I was given up on medical people.
2026-02-05
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Super guy - told me a number of things about my condition not explained by my local ENT.
2026-02-04
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Dr. Devenecia and his resident were both amazing! Thank you!
2026-02-02
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just a very good experience. good profesional
2026-01-29
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He's very helpful and informative.
2026-01-28
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Always excellent.
2026-01-21
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Excellent provider.
2026-01-21
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Dr is great i respect him immensely. But he is overbooked
2026-01-19
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Love Dr Devenecia [redacted]
2026-01-18
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Very professional always helpful
2026-01-14
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Dr. Devenecia is a great doctor. I couldn't be more appreciative and grateful of his knowledge and capabilities while in his care.
2026-01-14
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Dr. Devenecia is very professional, very knowledgeable, very good to deal with, a good communicator, and I wish there were more doctors like him.
2026-01-12
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Dr deVenecia was exceptional. Obviously very knowledgeable and experienced. He had clearly read my entire file and was clearly very learned and confident, in a calm, quiet and reassuring way. Also very nice. Absolutely top of his profession!!!!
2026-01-10
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As a sixty-year+ patient at MEEI i have nothing but praise for the hospital and the top-tier staff
2026-01-10
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Was well taken care of will follow up next year verry happy
2026-01-09
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We like and trust Dr Devenecia very much. He's kind , knowledgeable and and patient.
2026-01-04
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After more than a ten- year period of exceptional medical service and support, my doctor knows me and my medical needs very well. I am fortunate to be under his care, and I look forward to future appointments. He addresses all of my concerns and makes each visit pleasant and comfortable.
2026-01-03
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My Dr is amazing. He always listens to my concerns and tells me about details that are important for me to understand
2026-01-03
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Excellent
2026-01-03
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they were excellent
2025-12-24
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Amazing
2025-12-24
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I have respect for the doctor because he has changed my life. I came to him with double hearing aids and now can hear without any help.
2025-12-21
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I've always had exceptional care at the Massachusetts eye and ear infirmary and will continue to be seen there as needed.
2025-12-17
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Both the doc and the resident were communicative, thoughtful, careful in my treatment and treated me very well.
2025-12-17
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Dr Devenecia is absolutely the best and a great asset to MEE. [redacted]
2025-12-17
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Very good doctor. Provides you a break down of the information that you can understand!!
2025-12-15
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Dr. Devenecia is great. The office is also well managed by the front desk. I am so thankful to have found such a wonderful doctor.
2025-12-14
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My care was excellent. My doctor was very considerate.
2025-11-28
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He was wonderful, extremely knowledgeable.
2025-11-23
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Very good
2025-11-22
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VERY PROFESSIONAL AND KNOWLEGABLE
2025-11-22
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I am very pleased with Mass Eye and Ear. Everyone is very professional and knowledgeable
2025-11-20
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I am grateful for the care and attention given to my case by Dr. de Venecia. I am confident that surgical outcome will be the best available, and I will be well cared for.
2025-11-19
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Unfortunately the procedure resulted in a near total hearing loss which has no clear resolution
2025-11-15
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I have no words to describe the doctor, and especially Secretary [redacted], excellent professionals. May God continue to bless them!
2025-11-15
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Dr. Devenecia was great!
2025-11-15
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He is exceptional. Always listens to me and gives me the best medical treatment possible.
2025-11-13
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Dr. Devenencia is top rate and kind.
2025-11-12
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He is outstanding!
2025-11-09
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My appointment was great i appreciate for the care
2025-11-08
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Dr. DeVenecia is brilliant, thorough and his notes are better than any.
2025-11-02
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Great visit
2025-10-23
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Dr. Devenecia is the best!!! He saved me from going deaf and gave me a chance to hear! Forever grateful to be able to hear music and my daughter's voice!
2025-10-21
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I was very pleased with the provider, his explanations and concern and time he spent with me.
2025-10-20
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Dr. DeVenecia is excellent. I'm grateful for his prompt response to a semi-emergency problem I had curing a non-clinical day for him.
2025-10-19
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Good
2025-10-13
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Dr Devenecia always explains everything well and shows his interest in my well being. Great provider.
2025-10-23
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Was great to hear that this is not a huge issue!! His explanation of the pain made perfect sense and meshed with other things I have had happen with my ear
2025-09-27
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He is kind and understanding of my needs. He also came up with plans to help me that no one ever did in the past.
2025-09-26
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MEE is the best, and Dr Devenecia is also the best.
2025-09-22
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He was a great doctor to see. The offices were noisy so when he was performing some tests with a tuning fork it was hard for me to answer him as to where I was hearing the noise, due to a loud older man next door.
2025-09-24
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kind understanding thoughful
2025-09-19
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I felt very comfortable. He was very thorough with his exam and explained everything fully.
2025-09-19
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Very efficient and effective. Fully explained the issue and options. I give him the highest marks.
2025-09-17
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outstanding experience, very thorough and unrushed exam. Excellent interaction with the Chief resident, as well as the attending
2025-09-15
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Every thing was good
2025-09-13
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Thank you
2025-09-10
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Dr. DeV suggested I get a set of hearing aids capable of working with significant hearing loss in the higher frequencies of the audible spectrum. He suggest a MRI scan maybe needed in the future. He also set up future appointments to monitor my hearing loss I am pleased with the idea of continuing investigation of my problem.
2025-09-05
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Good ??
2025-08-31
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Dr DiVinechi(sp) is excellent in every way
2025-08-31
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1:40 appointment saw Dr @ 3pm.
2025-08-21
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