Michael D Otremba, MD

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4.805295 average rating from 491 reviews

• Dr Otremba provides best care and advise.

  2026-07-08

• Service was prompt and professional. Provider responded to questions respectfully, effectively and displayed confidence. I feel affirmed and comfortable with the path forward. Thank you to all.

  2026-07-08

• Dr Otremba took care the reason I saw him for

  2026-07-06

• The doctor was wonderful and clear and helpful and I very much enjoyed our interaction. I was very impressed.

  2026-07-06

• He was more than helpful, compassionate and knowledgeable. He explained absolutely every aspect of the visit, what to expect after the visit and called as soon as the results were available. I could not have asked for a better experience!

  2026-07-05

• This was my first meeting with Dr. Otremba. I found him to be very knowledgeable, professional , kind & considerate of me. He explained all my options very clearly. He did the biopsies effectively & fairly quickly with bcery little discomfort. He called me the very next day with my results.

  2026-07-05

• I have been seeing him for a number of years now. I feel very comfortable with him and his recommendations.

  2026-07-07

• I like Dr. Otremba very much. He's smart, efficient and candid. He inspires confidence that he knows his subject, and interprets all test results in layman's terms. Additionally, he answers all of my questions and probes if there's anything else on my mind. If asked what would he do, he has a ready and candid response. I find him to be very authentic, and trust his judgment implicitly.

  2026-06-24

• I was very impressed with the efficiency and professionalism at this office. I had a very positive experience.

  2026-06-23

• Very concerned and helpful

  2026-06-22

• Very gentle

  2026-06-21

• He was an excellent provider - made me feel very comfortable, communicated clearly, didn't rush, and said I could call his office any time with questions - I've not had to do so, but knowing I could was reassuring.

  2026-06-24

• He was efficient and listened well.

  2026-06-22

• Nothing special. Everything was excellent.

  2026-06-20

• It was great

  2026-06-20

• Very personable and knowledgeable. Had a plan and we stuck to it. Couldn't be more satisfied

  2026-06-18

• Dr. Otremba was very professional and extremely qualified. I was very comfortable with the quality of care he provided.

  2026-06-17

• The doctor was very knowledgeable and didn't order unnecessary tests.

  2026-06-17

• Dr Otremba was great! Thank you!

  2026-06-14

• I appreciated the Dr. Otremba's flexibility in scheduling my appointment in just a few days. He was very thorough and explained my options clearly and concisely.

  2026-06-14

• I have been to this provider before and would go back to him again.

  2026-06-13

• Very good visit with Dr. Otremba. I always appreciate his advice.

  2026-06-13

• Doctor was great and resolved my issue

  2026-06-13

• I didnt feel the doctor took me seriosly, and That I was just wasting my time. [redacted]

  2026-06-13

• Explains what I need to do to stay healthy!

  2026-06-12

• Super smart, personable, confident, Reassuring and kind.

  2026-06-08

• Hi, Dr. Otremba was so helpful to me with regard to the issue that I was experiencing with blocked ears and was very, very courteous and concentrated on what we were talking about and gave me some helpful hints. The procedure that he talked about seems to be beginning to work and I just was very, very impressed by how gracious he was and knowledgeable he seemed about what it is that I had been experiencing for the first time. So I really think that he did a great job.

  2026-06-10

• It was good and helpful.

  2026-06-07

• Excellent

  2026-06-06

• All of the staff is excellent

  2026-06-04

• Excellent caring dedicated physician

  2026-06-03

• Very pleasant and professional

  2026-05-31

• Thanks for helping

  2026-05-25

• Very nice, had prepared for my visit by looking at my medical background so I felt comfortable. Was totally professional.

  2026-05-24

• Personable and knowledgeable

  2026-05-23

• Dr. Otremba was professional and caring in reviewing my issue. He took the time to explain treatment and we agreed to a follow-up in six weeks.

  2026-05-20

• My care provider was wonderful, spoke to me very clearly, helped me to understand that it was going to be, it wasn't going, every step of the way he explained what was going to happen. So I was very pleased with him.

  2026-05-20

• Dr Otremba was charming ! He ordered checking mt thyroid node for an ultra sound in three months - [redacted]. The Dr called me within this week to talk about what they found... blood in my thyroid and told me not to worry!!

  2026-05-19

• Highly knowledgeable and personable.

  2026-05-18

• I am always seen in a timely manner at Newton Wellesley Hospital. The providers on staff have all been great. This is my go-to place for medical care, from my PCP to specialists.

  2026-05-17

• I was very nervous and they both made me feel good and calmed me down alot. They made. Me feel relaxed and explained exactly what the doctor would be doing. The doctor was the best.

  2026-05-17

• I was very pleased with the professional manner he showed and coursing immediate action taken for my issue.

  2026-05-16

• Dr. Otremba was just who I needed to see at this critical time of my hearing troubles. He was very thorough with the testing and made sure I understood what is causing my difficulties. My impressions, along with my accompanying son of him, were that the doctor was just what I needed to ease my concerns.

  2026-05-10

• Regarding Dr. Otremba, I thought he was very knowledgeable. He had known about my history. When he asked me to present why I was there, he already knew. He was just verifying information. I appreciated that. I appreciated him listening. I appreciated all his education that he gave me regarding my issue and as well as figuring out what my problem was and giving me a solution and providing me with education and providing me with a plan of what to do if it didn't work. He was kind, he was attentive, he listened, he was professional and I appreciate him very much. I thought I appreciated what he did for me. Thank you.

  2026-05-13

• Offered to do a more thorough exam and I was very happy that he made that available. He explained it very well and it was immensely helpful.

  2026-05-11

• Dr Otremba took time to explain the diagnosis and treatment and answered questions.

  2026-05-08

• Okay, good.

  2026-05-08

• Skillful, pleasant, informative.

  2026-05-07

• Dr. [redacted] was very thorough and noticed things about my test results that the previous provider did not. She referred me to another provider, Dr. Otremba, who was likewise very thorough and competent. I was very happy with both of them.

  2026-05-06

• The appointment went well. I don't have anything else to say.

  2026-05-07

• Excellent!

  2026-05-05

• I'm very happy with Dr Otremba. He is very easy to discuss medical issues with and his staff including the front desk are very friendly and helpful.

  2026-05-05

• My second visit with Dr Michael Otremba was exceptional. It was like talking to a friend about my issues. He was caring and had a complete grasp of my options and my situation. He spent a significant amount of time describing my options and the tradeoffs of each. In the end we mutually decided to hold off an immediate procedure. I was so impressed with his concern about my lifelong issues. I left his office smiling and feeling that that could have been one of the very best doctor-patient discussions and outcomes I have ever had - and I am [redacted]-years old. [redacted]

  2026-05-03

• Dr. Otremba was incredibly kind and informative. He had educated himself on my medical history prior to coming in the room so he was prepared and ready for the appointment. He explained everything clearly, and made me feel very comfortable and reassured, providing a clear understanding of what was going on and next steps for me. You could not find a nicer, more competent doctor.

  2026-05-03

• Dr followed through and ordered sleep test and had sleep specialist group contact me.

  2026-04-26

• It was great

  2026-04-23

• Excellent, as always: highly skilled, focused, attentive, always provides relevant and interesting information.

  2026-04-21

• Dr. Otremba was very knowledgeable, professional and courteous. I am grateful he is with Mass Eye and Ear!

  2026-04-23

• I feel confident about the knowledge shared by Dr. Otremba.

  2026-04-22

• Excellent.

  2026-04-22

• I was very satisfied with this provider. We went over the ultrasound diagnosis, and the procedure that I was going to go through in his office. He was very thorough and explaining what we were seeing on the ultrasound and explaining expectations after biopsy. The doctors bedside manner was impeccable.

  2026-04-19

• He was extremely prepared and had reviewed all my scans. Extremely kind and knowledgeable. He was easy to talk with and answered all my questions.

  2026-04-23

• Dr. Otremba is first a listener. After you say what are the symptoms you are experiencing he refers to your medical chart to connect the symptoms with my history I have never had a doctor who had my chart on the counter and not turning to the computer. He was gentle with his treatments reassuring.

  2026-04-20

• Thank you

  2026-04-17

• Fine

  2026-04-15

• Dr. Otremba was beyond wonderful!! He explained everything to me in great detail, even showing me previous images that had been taken and describing what I was seeing!

  2026-04-15

• The doctor is knowledgeable, looks out for the patients best interests, and open to conversation about treatment.

  2026-04-10

• Dr. Otremba is fantastic. Very knowledgeable and very good at explaining things. I would give him a lot MORE than 5 Stars!

  2026-04-09

• Well informed and.engages with patients

  2026-04-08

• I received a thorough evaluation and received an explanation that was easy to understand then left with a clear plan of care.

  2026-04-07

• Outstanding experience.

  2026-04-06

• Dr. Otremba was prepared with my medical history and ready to go for our consult.

  2026-04-04

• I have always received good service at this office.

  2026-04-02

• I was very pleased with the provider. She was courteous to me and my daughter, very pleasant and extremely helpful with my issues. Thank you.

  2026-03-29

• Dr Otremba did as much as he could to stop my bleeding and even followed up with me at home via telephone call

  2026-03-28

• Great, knowledgeable Dr

  2026-03-28

• Doctor was informative and explained procedures

  2026-03-24

• Everybody was very nice and pleasant

  2026-03-25

• Dr Otremba is the best. No doubt

  2026-03-25

• Keep up the good work. I see a lot of doctors and you are in my top 3. Fantastic all the way around. Thank you very much. [redacted]

  2026-03-23

• Dr Otremba was personable, a good listener and knowledgeable. He presscribed medication to help my issue. He also welcomed me to return if I had any more issues at any time.

  2026-03-25

• Very prompt for my appointment and explained everything well.

  2026-03-21

• Very competent, empathetic, and helpful.

  2026-03-19

• Dr. O was clear, warm and easy to converse with. he listened to my questions and answered them directly. He showed competence and compassion. I trusted him based on these interactions.

  2026-03-18

• Very professional and pleasant

  2026-03-17

• Yes I thought the provider did an excellent job and listened to the rest and he explained everything, he was very nice, he seemed to know about my previous history with his colleagues in the recent visits. I give him an A plus, very nice guy and I was comfortable in that procedure.

  2026-03-18

• I appreciated Dr. Otremba's candid and rational approach to my medical situation.

  2026-03-15

• The physician called me right away with the results and made sure I understood and all my questions were answered

  2026-03-15

• Very professional. explained everything

  2026-03-15

• Dr.Otremba is very professional and easy to work with .I always look forward to my check ups.

  2026-03-14

• Very kind and knowledgeable. Always takes care of my problems at my visit. Very good Doctor. Highly recommend.

  2026-03-12

• Excellent audiologist and doctor - thank you!

  2026-03-11

• Always has patience and listens to what you are saying and explains things well!

  2026-03-11

• Dr. Otremba quickly identified my discomfort and took immediate steps to help with that. He was knowledgeable and explained what he was doing. I appreciated him taking the time to do so.

  2026-03-10

• Doctor was very professional and covered all bases.,

  2026-03-09

• Knowledgeable and kind

  2026-03-09

• He was clear in his explanations, listened and answered all questions.

  2026-03-07

• He was very patient & listened to me. His answers were easy to understand

  2026-03-07

• Professional and attentive, relaxed and courteous

  2026-03-04

• He was prompt professional

  2026-02-26

• He truly listened and did not just brush off my problem

  2026-02-18

• The MD and staff were very professional and helpful.

  2026-02-14

• excellent visit

  2026-02-12

• Dr. OTremba rocks! Awesome visit!

  2026-02-12

• Excellent! Very Knowledgeable and well mannered, listened with intent to help remedy the condition.

  2026-02-09

• [redacted] I have had a positive experience with Dr. Otremba but do feel when I meet with him that there is not a lot of time to discuss new information and any concerns I have. It feels like there's ugency to quickly make a decision and move on to scheduling. I don't blame Dr. Otremba for this--he is patient and answers questions I have. [redacted] it's not a positive experience to feel rushed when you're talking about your health.

  2026-02-10

• The Doctor listened and was professional, patient and respectful.

  2026-02-08

• If I could have Dr. Otremba as my primary care provider, I would sign up in a heartbeat. He is quick, curious, respectful, highly intelligent, and an all-around fantastic doctor with the best bedside manner I've experienced.

  2026-01-29

• professional, courteous, listened to my concerns

  2026-01-28

• Dr Otremba is wonderful and caring and very thorough

  2026-01-26

• I did not feel that the provider was very thorough in his examination or explanation. He made a diagnosis for me within the first one minute of my speaking. I feel that that was not adequate and I did not feel that he was a very good listener and not able to relate to my problem.

  2026-01-23

• I appreciated that he got back to me with the results when he said he would and gave good follow-up suggestions.

  2026-01-20

• Professional and kind. Knowledgeable and very good communication skills. Great follow up. Listens to all my questions and concerns.

  2026-01-18

• They were quick

  2026-01-17

• Thorough, careful, a good listener, very competent as far as I could judge

  2026-01-11

• In addition to excellent medical care, Dr Otremba was very personable and compassionate. The issues I sought care for are already improving. I left with an understanding and treatment plan for a longtime problem

  2026-01-10

• Attentive, professional and knowledgeable physician, Dr Michael Otremba, is highly recommended for ENT care!

  2026-01-09

• Very professional

  2026-01-05

• The doctor was so helpful. He fit me in when I was having a hard time not feeling well and we made a plan. He listened to me.

  2026-01-05

• First time I visited the e n t there I was very pleased very happy from walking in the office. The secretary's the nurses, the doctor most of all right away. Reading my report from my C. T scan he was able to tell me what was my issue. He referred me to Francis street in Boston. So I'm very happy with the service. [redacted]

  2026-01-05

• I am so pleased, I was able to get an appointment as soon as I needed. The staff was courteous and efficient, and the doctor listened to me and is extremely competent and kind.

  2026-01-03

• Dr. Otremba was extemely professional. He seems to know his stuff. He has a pleasant personality and is easy to talk to.

  2026-01-03

• Very positive experience with the Dr

  2026-01-03

• He took the time I needed to sort everything out, he was knowledgeable and thorough, and he had a positive and upbeat attitude.

  2025-12-30

• Good

  2025-12-28

• He was very informative, gave me an example of what he was suggesting and showed me how to handle using drops for a nose bleed. He couldn't have been nicer and more informative than he was. I would highly recommend Dr Otremba.

  2025-12-28

• He is outstanding in every respect.

  2025-12-24

• Very helpful. Thank you.

  2025-12-24

• Very good at job Listened to me and provided answers to my questions. Focused on me during visit

  2025-12-22

• I'm so glad I sought a second opinion through Mass Eye and Ear. [redacted]

  2025-12-20

• He was, Dr. Otremba was one of the best, warmest, most informed, most relaxing doctor that I've visited with. I very much appreciated his patience, his insights, his manner, his willingness to wait and hear everything I had to say. He's great.

  2025-12-22

• I felt seen and acknowledged as a person- I am [redacted] and many doctors make me feel invisible.

  2025-12-21

• Terrific!!

  2025-12-21

• Seemed great to me!

  2025-12-20

• Dr Otremba is a very personable and professional man. He addressed all issues I had. Outstanding.

  2025-12-16

• Dr. Otremba is an incredible doctor and person. He has totally changed my life with his guidance and my nasal surgery. I breathe easy now which is incredible. He has been vigilant in following up with me since my surgery and it is a pleasure visiting with him. I have and always will recommend him to others in the same situation I was in with my sinuses.

  2025-12-15

• Very professional and knowledgeable on my medical history

  2025-12-15

• Professional, caring and knowledgeable

  2025-12-11

• Attentive and helpful. They also were able to refer me to another fellow specialist for an issue I had originally come to see them about last year.

  2025-12-01

• Dr. Otremba is an excellent doctor. Easy to talk to and explains everything very well.

  2025-12-01

• The doctor was informative and respectful.

  2025-12-01

• Professional, knowledgeable and respectful. Excellent communication skills - explained things clearly and we worked together on a treatment plan.

  2025-11-30

• My visit was fine. I am disappointed that MD had no recommendations as to source of my ear pain. But, as he said, all scans showed nothing so there is nothing ENT can recommend.

  2025-11-27

• Overall it was good

  2025-11-23

• Dr. Otremba is compassionate, caring, and kind. He listened to my concerns. His bedside manner is wonderful. One of the best experiences I have had with doctors. I'm looking forward to the follow up with him.

  2025-11-22

• It was all swell. Dr. O. has a very upbeat, knowledgeable way of talking to all. He is a fine doctor.

  2025-11-19

• The doctor was well prepared for my visit. He was very informative, kind, gentle, and very thorough.

  2025-11-17

• Dr Otremba was very professional and friendly. He answered all my questions and I felt very comfortable with him throughout the visit.

  2025-11-15

• Dr. Otremba repeatedly checked to see if I was comfortable during the ear wax extraction and nasal scoping. He is very pleasant and professional.

  2025-11-15

• The MD great. [redacted]

  2025-11-15

• The doctor was wonderful.

  2025-11-13

• Professional, understanding and helpful

  2025-11-12

• It was the first time that I saw Dr. Otremba and he was wonderful. I would see him again.

  2025-11-14

• The doctor was very attentive and helpful with my issue

  2025-11-12

• Dr. Otremba was thorough in his exam, asking important questions so he could understand my problem. He gave me options as to the exam, which I appreciated. His manner was gentle and kind.

  2025-11-11

• Doctor was great

  2025-11-09

• Dr. Otremba was kind, considerate and thoughtful. I felt like he listened, quickly understood what I needed, thoroughly checked everything to be sure, and explained his reasoning. The appointment felt collaborative. I would definitely see him again!

  2025-11-06

• This is the first time I saw Dr.Otremba and I had an excellent experience with him. He explained everything perfectly and discovered something I was totally unaware of. I am awaiting bloodwork results. At his request, I have scheduled a hearing test and follow up appointment with him. I have the utmost confidence in Dr. Otremba.

  2025-11-06

• Great doctor

  2025-11-05

• Dr Otremba is an excellent doctor..knowledgeable..very considerate..really listened to what I had to say..very clear in his explanations ..a real asset

  2025-11-05

• Very professional and educated

  2025-11-05

• Dr Otremba was incredible - listened, asked probing questions, explained everything and offered multiple options with the risks, benefits and outcomes. He is professional, highly knowledgeable and articulate while being down to earth and kind. Highly recommend. One of the best providers I've encountered. So glad I was able to see him.

  2025-11-03

• Dr. Otremba is wonderful!! I always feel confident when speaking with him about my health concerns. He listens and really cares about his patients. I have recommended Dr. Otremba to several of my friends and family! He does not disappoint! I trust him ? with what he says about my health. He was excellent with my thyroid concerns over the years and other sinus issues. He is the best!!

  2025-11-05

• This was my first appointment with Dr. Otremba, I appreciated his knowledge and attentiveness as well as his scientific approach to problems. He was very reasonable and fair. I would certainly recommend him to others

  2025-11-02

• Good experience so far, would recommend.

  2025-11-02

• Doctor is extremely knowledgeable and professional.

  2025-11-02

• First time meeting and found the Dr as well as other staff friendly, helpful and easy to talk with and understand

  2025-11-01

• Dr Otremba is an excellent doctor! He is also very kind and respectful. He is one of my most favorite doctors I have had in my entire life. I am extremely grateful to have him as my doctor!

  2025-11-01

• everything was great

  2025-10-26

• Dr. Otremba was extremely thoughtful and caring and very knowledgeable. I came away from this visit with a very positive opinion of this medical professional and would highly recommend him to anyone needing to see an Ear, Nose and Throat specialist.

  2025-10-25

• Thoughtful, intelligent, listened to me, and was very kind.

  2025-10-24

• Great

  2025-10-23

• Excellent physician.

  2025-10-22

• Very pleasant and knowledgeable

  2025-10-20

• I had an excellent visit.

  2025-10-19

• Doctor is proficient, clear in his diagnosis, and reviewed my test results to give his opinion. However, he was a seemed a bit too self assured for me.

  2025-10-14

• Thoughtful, knowledgeable and all round great experience.

  2025-10-12

• Dr Otremba is excellent: always thorough and informative. Tops. Have recommended to friends who have also had excellent treatment. Very pleasant and attentive.

  2025-10-11

• every thing was good right down to the dr to the appointment setter

  2025-10-12

• He was excellent in explaining what he was doing, what to expect and what comes next.

  2025-10-10

• Pleasant experience Tests were ordered for diagnosis

  2025-10-08

• He was both professional and knowledgeable.

  2025-10-08

• The automated text message method of Communication is inadequate to the real world. Basically it does not cover all the scheduling questions that a modern system should have.

  2025-10-06

• Good listener Patient Would rx him to friends

  2025-10-08

• Provider had looked through and found record of a test that i had forgotten. I thought that was great.

  2025-10-05

• Outstanding. Listened well. Very communicative. Excellent disposition.

  2025-10-04

• Both doctors I saw were informative and really listened to my concerns. The office was really efficient and staffed by very nice people!

  2025-10-01

• This provider was perfect for me. No nonsense. Q and A. All questions answered, examination performed, diagnostic provided, out the door.

  2025-09-30

• Hearing test was followed by visit with Dr Otemba. Both appointments went very well and were very helpful.

  2025-09-30

• Satisfactory experience

  2025-09-29

• Dr. Otremba was attentive and listened carefully, responded to my questions and addressed the issue. Gave practical suggestions to alleviate the problem and advised on follow-up steps if the problem becomes frequent or unbearable.

  2025-09-28

• Provider was very attentive and proactive about my concerns.

  2025-09-27

• Excellent wonderful caring ENT Physician! I'm so grateful that I have met him and he treated me for vertigo.

  2025-09-22

• Dr. Otremba was awesome as Dr. [redacted] said he would be

  2025-09-22

• Dr Otembra was very nice and professional...easy to talk to

  2025-09-22

• I am see Dr Otremba since Dr [redacted] retired. I have seen Dr Otremba for 2 annual visits, this being the 2nd. Despite having told him each time that I am getting ear aches and sore throat at least once a week I had to ask him to look into my ears and mouth. I have had sinus surgeries in the past so I understand he is more interested in that. [redacted]

  2025-09-20

• Excellent

  2025-09-17

• Give him a high five.!!!

  2025-09-14

• Dr. Otremba was pretty thorough in his examination and telling me what to expect before he slid the instrument in my nose and down my throat. Since I've been through this before it was as expected. I left his office satisfied with his diagnosis.

  2025-09-11

• Good office visit

  2025-09-03