Clifford R. Hume M.D., Ph.D.
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Clifford R. Hume M.D., Ph.D.
Medical Specialties
- Otolaryngology [ENT] - head and neck surgery
- Ear, nose & throat care
- Hearing evaluations
- Telehealth services
Locations
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Center at UW Medical Center - Montlake
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Clinic at Harborview
Languages
- English
- French
Patient Ratings and Reviews
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Dr. Hume is the consummate professional - extremely knowledgeable on his subject matter and more than willing to listen to me, the patient. He provided detailed instructions and information for my continual treatment at home. I was very pleased to be able to get a short wait appointment to see Dr. Hume.
Very consistent and clear about recommendations to improve my situation and very thorough.
Dr. Hume has outstanding bedside manner and I have always felt that he sees me as a person, not just a clinical transaction. He is patient, thorough, and clear with his explanations and interactions.
Dr Hume is one of the assets! He is the best!
Dr. Hume consistently provides exceptional care. He shares test results and insights regarding options for my hearing health in terms I can easily understand.
Dr Hume was concise and friendly, making me feel at ease and also very confident in his abilities to provide great care to me. He listened carefully to everything I had to say, and provide reassurance and support port.
The visit with Dr. Hume was about 5 mins for the visit.
I like Dr Hume for his manner and have confidence In his competence, but at the same time I experience a lengthy wait time over multiple visits.
I was impressed positively by the physician's willingness to spend time with me and to address all questions.
I encourage anyone with a hearing problem to see Dr. Hume as I believe he is the best for any serious problems.
Impressed by the level of care and concern, I was offered.
Dr Hume is very special; knowledgeable! He has done surgery on my right ear [...]. His concern and pays attention to my issue is incredible. He shared everything to me! The surgery part went very well! I've recovered! My hearing ability has Improved a lot, though there are other issues. And his assistant, the residence dr is also great!
Awesome experience. He is leaps and bounds more skilled knowledgeable and kind then other ent's I've seen
Dr. Hume is a great doctor and very thorough
I would definitely recommend Dr. Hume except that he is far too busy.
I felt really heard and listened to. Dr. Hume listened carefully to my concerns and questions and would check in with me to make sure I understood his answers.
Dr. Hume and [...] were both very thorough; both took time to understand my history and concerns. Dr. Hume provided high-quality explanations and treatment alternatives. He also offered additional resources/contact information should I have additional questions.
100%! Dr Hume is the best of the bests! He made my confidence back! Dr Hume [...] and others were so caring, responsible, knowledgeable and professional! I've never got such care and treatment before like Montlake Otology Clinic anywhere else!
Great appointment. I felt listened to and we'll cared for
Dr Hume was very helpful
Dr. Hume was excellent. [...]
Dr. Hume changed my life for the good with his care, listening skills, and the surgery he performed. UW Medicine is an outstanding facility.
Dr. Hume and [...] are great!
I really enjoy the UW Medical Center and Dr. Hume is a wonderful doctor (among many you have there). Don't always love the residents doing the procedures but understand UW is a teaching hospital.
Patronizing disregard for my situation by the physician was a low point
Dr. Hume excellent - thorough, informative, understanding, [...] Am grateful for his knowledge, Information, and thoroughness of exam and discussion.[...]
Couldn't ask for a better treatment everything went smoothly. The staff, Doctors, and Audiologists all treated me with kindness and care that everyone deserves.
About Clifford R. Hume
Clifford R. Hume, M.D., Ph.D., is a UW associate professor of Head and Neck Surgery and a researcher at the Virginia Merrill Bloedel Hearing Research Center. He has clinical practices at UW Medical Center, Harborview, Eastside Specialty Clinic and VA Puget Sound.
Dr. Hume is passionate about providing comprehensive and compassionate care to all his patients. His goal is to help patients understand treatment options from the perspective of their own values and guide them along their chosen path.
Dr Hume earned his M.D. at Cornell University. He runs a research program at UW and is an affiliate of the UW's Center on Human Development and Disability and the Institute for Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine. He specializes in medical and surgical management of diseases of the ear. He has expertise in middle ear surgery, cochlear implants and bone-anchored hearing aids.
Education and Training
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Cornell University Medical CollegeMedical education, 1996Cornell University Medical College