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Simon R. Best

Simon R. Best, MD

Otolaryngology

Accepting New Patients

9 Insurances Accepted

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Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Otolaryngology
    • 601 North Caroline Street, Floor 6, Baltimore, MD 21287
    • Johns Hopkins Bayview Otolaryngology
      • 4940 Eastern Avenue, Bayview Medical Offices, Level 01 (G), Clinic 2, Baltimore, MD 21224
      • Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
        • 10803 Falls Road, Pavilion III STE 2500, Lutherville, MD 21093
        • Suburban Hospital
          • 6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 4920, Bethesda, MD 20817

          Expertise

          Education

          Massachusetts General Hospital

          Fellowship, Otolaryngology, 2012

          Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

          Residency, Otolaryngology, 2011

          Yale University School of Medicine

          Medical Education, MD, 2006

          Yale University School of Medicine

          M.D., 2006

          Yale University School of Medicine

          B.A., 2002

          Insurance

          Johns Hopkins providers participate in many commercial health insurance plans. To confirm coverage of your specific physician or provider, please contact your insurer directly. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
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          • Aetna
          • CareFirst
          • Cigna
          • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
          • Kaiser Permanente
          • Medicaid Maryland
          • Medicare DC
          • Medicare Maryland
          • UnitedHealthcare

          Reviews

          4.9 of 5 stars

          288 Ratings, 131 Reviews

          The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

          Overall Rating by Patient
          Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
          Provider Listened Carefully
          Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 5 out of 5 stars
          Provider Explained Things Clearly
          Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 5 out of 5 stars
          Provider Knew Medical History
          Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
          Provider Showed Respect
          Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 5 out of 5 stars
          Provider Spent Enough Time
          Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
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            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/3/2024

            Very professional

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 3/20/2024

            Everyone was very helpful and so kind

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 3/20/2024

            Dr Best is very knowledgeable, kind, eloquent and gave me hope again

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 3/18/2024

            The doctor was very intelligent he didn't judge me he gave me Great Sound Advice I would recommend him five stars

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 3/18/2024

            Very confident

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 3/17/2024

            Very professional and personable. Showed concern for my comfort. Explained procedure and treatment options.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 3/5/2024

            Dr Best is a great Dr

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 3/3/2024

            Dr. Best saved my throat from a severe illnrssa few years ago. Every time I visit with him he's very thorough, intelligent, professional and kind.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 3/3/2024

            Always pleasant and helpful

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 3/3/2024

            Very professional, excellent listener and communicator, explained my conditions and showed visual images

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/29/2024

            Everyone was wonderful and helpful.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/28/2024

            Dr Best listens and is very concern bout my next appt for my surgery

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/25/2024

            Dr. Best was wonderful.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/7/2024

            Friendly and explain all the details

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/6/2024

            DR BEST IS EXCELLENT AND HAS A GREAT TEAM

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/5/2024

            Dr. Best is the best.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 2/5/2024

            Good listener and helpful.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/28/2024

            He has a very nice and professional disposition. One that makes you feel you're in good hands.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/28/2024

            Excellent surgical and post-surgical care.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/28/2024

            Very knowledgeable & engaging demeanor.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/28/2024

            He is an Excellent Physician

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/21/2024

            Very thorough

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/10/2024

            Dr. Best is extremely knowledgeable and compassionate!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/8/2024

            Dr. Best is excellent.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/7/2024

            Dr. Best is an excellent physician. He is knowledgeable, experienced, compassionate and articulates the issues and risks and solutions to mitigate health issues.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/7/2024

            Excellent surgeon

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/7/2024

            Friendly, knowledgeable, explained everything extremely well

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/7/2024

            Excellent!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/3/2024

            Very, very professional and act like a real doctor.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/3/2024

            Very concerned about my condition & helpful.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/18/2023

            It's difficult to put in words the deep appreciation and gratitude I have for meeting Dr. Best. After dealing with my condition for over 47 years and working with excellent doctors, I feel extremely confident in the care I'm receiving through Dr. Best- he's in a class above and beyond the rest.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/18/2023

            Dr Best is helping me with my coughing, and he listens to what I have to say

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/18/2023

            Dr Best is an asset to the Department of Otolaryngology. He provides the highest care combined with genuine concern for the patient

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/18/2023

            Dr Best is professional very confident and genuine! I trust Dr best completely and I know he has my best interest at heart and genuinely cares for his patients.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/17/2023

            Knowledgeable, easy to understand, professional and competent.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/13/2023

            He is the best doctor as far as my throat and I like that he took time to explain the process. Thank you

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/11/2023

            Professional!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/29/2023

            He was very thorough and explained everything very well

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/27/2023

            Dr Best recommended that I make an appt w Dr Carr at GBMC. If I have trouble call him back. Dr Carr cannot see me til mid-March.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/26/2023

            Dr Best is truly excellent. He's knowledgeable, professional and very, very kind.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/26/2023

            Dr Best was fabulous. Friendly, pleasant demeanor and excellent clinician.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/26/2023

            Dr. Best is very personable and shows genuine concern for your condition.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/19/2023

            Dr. Best is rightfully named!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/19/2023

            Speech Pathologist excelent

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/19/2023

            As always Dr. Best was very informative and helpful in my procedure that I had.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/15/2023

            Dr. Best was Kind, Informative, Did not rush my visit, Took as much time as I needed. He explained everything to me and why.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/14/2023

            The very Best

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/13/2023

            Dr Best is great

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/12/2023

            Dr Best is wonderful - very patient, personable and knowledgeable. I appreciate his support

            4 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/12/2023

            Very friendly and knowledgeable but somewhat hurried at the end considering how long I had to wait to get an appointment. I thought if questions afterwards which are still not answered via my chart app.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/9/2023

            Dr. Best was very pleasant and took his time listening to me. The scope wasn't the most pleasant experience but he even got me laughing about it. All in all I left there with answers and assurance that my vocal cord issue has resolved.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/9/2023

            Dr. Best was excellent. He took time to listen and explain everything. He told us what out next step was and assured us he would provide answers about my problems.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/9/2023

            Dr Best is great

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/30/2023

            Dr.Best is one of the best doctors I have seen and he makes me feel very comfortable!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/29/2023

            Knowledgeable, pleasant and easy to converse with. Took his time to answer my questions.

            3 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/25/2023

            I honestly believe that Dr. Best, is a great Doctor. However, my first visit was much better than the second visit.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/25/2023

            Has worked with me thru complex problem

            4 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/22/2023

            I went into the visit knowing nothing about my condition. Dr. Best provided a thorough discussion of whet my problem is and what can be done about it. This was very helpful.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/9/2023

            Dr Best has my full confidence.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/9/2023

            Dr Best is the best and I know of NONE better.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/4/2023

            Excellent visit and helped resolve my concerns

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/4/2023

            Very knowledgeable

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/2/2023

            Could not be more pleased with the level of courtesy, professionalism, and expertise.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/1/2023

            Dr. Best was very professional and explained the results of my evaluation very clearly.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/27/2023

            He was soo nice and kind to us

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/27/2023

            Very professional yet great provider

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/25/2023

            Dr Best consistently provides top notch care. He carefully explains everything and I have total confidence in his judgement and the care he has given me.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/25/2023

            He seem to personally care

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/24/2023

            Dr.Best didn't clearly tell me where he will inject to calm my nervous coughs. He said it us around throat but I couldn't figure it out whether it is from inside or outside, nor where exactly he willninject.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/13/2023

            Dr Best was very compassionate and understanding. He was very professional. He explained everything he was hoping to do and why he was doing it!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/13/2023

            Excellent

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/11/2023

            Dr Best and his staff are top notch and amazing at what they do

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/11/2023

            Dr. Simon Best is excellent. He performed successful laser surgery on my trach from being on a ventilator for 1 month in Pittsburgh Hospital from covid. I drive 5 hrs to see him & it is well worth it because he is an excellent surgeon & wonderful bedside manners. He cured me. Thank you Dr. Best! A+++

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/10/2023

            They cared about my concerns

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/6/2023

            Good at explaining treatment optionsp.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/6/2023

            Explained my condition and the treatment and the nxt step if thus treatment did not resolve my throat issue

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/6/2023

            I live with a rare cancer. Dr Simon Best has worked a miracle with helping me to speak.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/4/2023

            Doctor best was very professional. He took his time explained what I needed to do to get better. How I needed to take the medicine? That was a very much appreciated.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/4/2023

            They were experts in their field. I learned a lot

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/4/2023

            Excellent and knowledgeable physician and voice therapist

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/30/2023

            I am very comfortable with Dr.Best

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/27/2023

            Very caring doctor

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/27/2023

            Excellent!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/17/2023

            Dr Best is absolutely one of the best doctors all around that I have ever seen for my rare disease. His name truly says it all.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/6/2023

            Excellent visit, findings clearly explained.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/4/2023

            Dr. Best is excellent when explaining my condition. He listens to my concerns and is very knowledgeable when discussing my health.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/4/2023

            Dr. Simon Best is the BEST! He's efficient resourceful and communicates in a friendly down to earth manner!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/3/2023

            Dr. Best, is one of the best Doctors I've seen in a long time. He explained well and very knowledgeable.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/2/2023

            I like Dr. Best, as he is aware of my health issues. If I send him a note in the portal, I always get a response

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/1/2023

            Have found him to be very good at his line of work. Very personable and friendly

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/28/2023

            Excellent

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/27/2023

            Dr. Best is a caring, thorough physician. The speech therapist was also great.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/25/2023

            Provided me with helpful information and asked appropriate questions to understand my issue.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/25/2023

            All good. Seems very caring and knowledgeable

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/19/2023

            Very good Doctor. Dr Best

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/15/2023

            This was my first time meeting with my new doctor. I was very impressed with him. His staff are great. He gave me several options as to where should go from here. I felt confident with my decision. He was attentive and gave me all of the time I needed.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/13/2023

            They set up therapy dates for me.Over all the appointment wAs great and couldn't be better.swtting up voice therapy was helpful.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/7/2023

            Dr. Best was fantastic. He took the time to explain my issue and best options for treatment. I have already recommended him to several people.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/5/2023

            Excellent medical care

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/28/2023

            Very knowledgeable and trustworthy. And when he didn't know or wasn't sure, he took the time to look into it.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/28/2023

            I have the utmost respect for Dr Best and his Staff. I couldn't have had any better care than I received.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/26/2023

            Absolutely the best.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/16/2023

            I was really delighted with my visit.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/16/2023

            Explained things very clearly, was very personable, and and showed great care for my condition and follow-on care.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/15/2023

            Dr. Best solved my medical challenge for which I will be eternally greatful.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/13/2023

            Great team and visit

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/7/2023

            Really? Did a good job with my medical concern?

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/6/2023

            Dr. Best is very knowledgeable, the "best" in his field. He is thorough in explaining every step of the procedure with a true gentleness.I leave happy after each visit.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/3/2023

            Very genuine, informative and actually cares

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/2/2023

            Wonderful provider

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/29/2023

            Dr. Best is an incredible doctor. He is personable, respectful, and explains what he is doing. He shows compassion and understanding and you truly get the feeling that serving you is his top priority at the moment.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/28/2023

            All Good

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/26/2023

            Dr. Simon Best and is staff are prompt courteous.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/26/2023

            Was knowledgeable and friendly

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/24/2023

            Excellent visit

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/24/2023

            Very professional and empathetic.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/23/2023

            Dr Best is a very kind,caring dr. He takes time to explain things to me, and always listens to any concerns I have. He's never given up on me and continues to try to figure out what is going on with my multiple health problems. He has a very calming manner and I feel like he cares about what is happening to me.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/18/2023

            Doctor is excellent

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/16/2023

            We deeply appreciate Dr Best's acceptance of my referral doctor and scheduling my appointment.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/16/2023

            Dr. Best provided treatment that was individualized to me. He was caring, informative, and explained my care completely and comprehensively.,

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/14/2023

            Dr. Best is the best doctor who has treated me for ENT problems. He was prompt and was able to suggest a treatment for my health issues.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/12/2023

            Super Excellent Services was provided to me

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/10/2023

            Very professional, friendly, and informative doctor and staff.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/9/2023

            Dr Best was very caring, knowledgeable, easy to talk to and helpful.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/9/2023

            Very companionate and nice.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/2/2023

            Dr. Best was thorough, caring, and very helpful in diagnosing my condition. He provided excellent care.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/28/2023

            Kind, professional, very knowledgeable, courteous, patient

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/27/2023

            Provider and staff very good.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/26/2023

            Dr. Simon Best is an amazing doctor who truly cares about his patients and helping them keep there voice. He will go out of his way to help you anyway he can.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/19/2023

            Provide it was good attentive, and caring