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Joshua S. Schindler, M.D. (he/him)

Not currently accepting patients

  • Division Chief of Laryngology, Director of Laryngology
  • Associate Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, School of Medicine
  • Associate Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Laryngology, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Cancer
  • Otolaryngology (ENT)

Clinical focus

  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Voice and Speech Disorders

Locations and contact

I see patients at
Tall building with the ariel tram to its left
Center for Health & Healing, Building 1
503-494-8311
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About me

Dr. Schindler's current clinical interests include voice disorders in both professional and non-professional voice users, swallowing disorders, breathing and upper airway disorders, and cancer of the upper aerodigestive tract. His research interests include molecular diagnosis and management of early vocal fold cancers, treatment of spasmodic dysphonia and other neurologic voice disorders, and hoarseness in association with laryngopharyngeal reflux.

Languages spoken

  • English

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • M.D., 1998, University of California San Francisco

  • Residency

    • General surgery internship, Johns Hopkins, 1998-1999

  • Fellowship

    • Head and neck surgery, Johns Hopkins, 2003-2004

  • Certifications

    • Otolaryngology/head and neck surgery

Memberships and associations:

  • Alpha Omega Alpha member
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Insurance

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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.9 out of 5 (449 Ratings, 196 Reviews)

The patient ratings score is an average of all responses to the question "How likely would you be to recommend this provider to your family and friends (on a scale of 0 to 10)" on our nationally-recognized NRC patient surveys.

  1. As usual, Dr. Schindler was awesome! I have the utmost respect for him. I have been a patient of his since 2018. He is the best!

  2. Explained everything very clearly and made us feel very comfortable/not worried

  3. Dr. Schindler is the best doctor I've ever had. He's the GOAT. May he (selfishly) never retire.

  4. Always like going there

  5. Every time I have been seen in the clinic I have received outstanding treatments.

  6. Very compassionate

  7. Jeff the RN was right there after I checked in , very pleasant. Sarah the Doctors Assistant ( ? ) was absolutely amazing . Super friendly and positive . Totally enjoyed our conversation and she explained the procedure perfectly . When she executed the exam it was painless ( I suppose it should be ) and actually fun to watch . She gets a gold star and a perfect 10 ! Dr Schindler was also amazing . He took his time with the explanation so I could understand in lawman's words . Completely answered all my questions . Very pleasant to work with . Looking forward to working with them again with a follow up appointment .

  8. The doctor is very personable. He listens well and makes one feel relaxed and ready for the procedure he performs.

  9. High level of skill in decision-making and surgery. Also able to demonstrate compassion and humanity.

  10. Excellent

  11. Dr. Schindler got right to it. Great communication. Oh Boy!

  12. Dr. Schindler is the best. He changed my life for the better.

  13. Very skilled.

  14. Very professional and knowledgeable, and It was evident that he cared for his patients.

  15. Dr Schindler is amazing.

  16. Schindler is extremely knowledgeable and relatable and clear

  17. Personable, extremely knowledgeable, focused on the health issue at hand.

  18. Kind, personable and patient

  19. Dr Schindler explains everything including new treatments for my issueHe's terrific and has a sense of humor to boot!

  20. Dr. Schindler is the best! The care I have received over the last 4 months has been above my expectations.

  21. Very professional and knowledgeable. Answered all my questions and concerns. Fostered a relationship of trust.

  22. Dr. Schindler is simply the best. I am fortunate he's my specialist. His treatment and skill In administering it changed my life.

  23. Dr Schlindler is great. Always takes the time to answer questions and explains things very well.

  24. Dr Schindler is always willing to discuss my treatment. He also narrates what he is doing and how it is going during the procedure.

  25. Excellent as usual

  26. I honestly can not find a word who can describe my experience with Dr. Schindler. He is a warm, kind, low key and engaging excellent/knowledgeable doctor. And Nice and great human at the same time.

  27. I have recommended this clinic to a friend before and she was impressed by Dr. Schindler and his staff.

  28. Very fun to talk to. Listen to all my concerns

  29. Dr. Schindler was extremely informative, professional resulting in my having confidence in his ability as a surgeon.

  30. Dr. Schindler makes me feel like I am his favorite patient.