Hafiz Shabbir Patwa, MD, PharmD
Hafiz Shabbir Patwa, MD, PharmD
Conditions and Treatments
- Laryngectomy
- Facial Nerve Injuries
- Laryngeal Tumors
- Inspire Therapy
- Facial Paralysis
- Larynx or Voice Box Disease
- Facial Defects
- Hoarseness (Dysphonia)
- Leukoplakia
- Lichen Planus
- Thyroid/Parathyroid Tumors/Adenomas
- Sinusitis
- Sleep Apnea
- Tongue Cancer
- Vascular Anomalies
- Nasal Polyps
- Salivary Disorders
- Skin Cancer
- Subglottic and Tracheal Stenosis
- Tonsillitis
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Oral Cancer
- Sinus Cancer
- Skull Base Tumors
- Thyroid Growths and Cancer
- Vascular Malformations
Ratings and Reviews
4.9138 Ratings 55 Comments |
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|---|---|
| Listened to me | 4.9 |
| Cared about me | 5.0 |
| Clearly explained my problem or condition | 4.9 |
| Included me in decisions about my care | 4.9 |
Within Atrium Health, we use survey results to better understand what is important to our patients and how we can improve healthcare experiences. The overall Patient Rating score comes from the questions on our Medallia Patient Experience Survey. Responses are measured on a scale, where 0 represents "very poor" and 10 represents "very good.” Those scores are shown as 1 to 5 stars on the provider’s profile.
Patient Comments
- November 20, 2023 After my total larynjectomy and I returned home three hours away from Wake Forest Dr. PATWA called to inquire about me. I mean, what doctor does that?
- November 7, 2023 Wonderful Dr. So glad he is mine. Answers our call day or night. He is so caring about his patients.
- November 6, 2023 He is just the best! He truly cares about his patients, he listens and he takes time to explain everything to you! I recommend him to anyone that has head and neck problems.
- November 2, 2023 An excellent surgeon whom I can depend on.
- October 24, 2023 Dr Patwa was very helpful.
- October 24, 2023 Upfront, knowledgeable. No nonsense. Caring…
- October 18, 2023 Dr. PATWA was a pleasure to meet. He explained my condition and treatment in an easy way to understand. He was very kind, and caring.
- October 7, 2023 Dr. Patwa is a fantastic dr. and person!
- October 6, 2023 Great Doctor!
- October 4, 2023 He is a good Dr. I have faith in him and I put my trust in him and God.
- September 30, 2023 De Patwa is a wonderful doctor. He is very kind and caring. He makes sure that you understand everything and explains what your options are and why. He doesn't rush the appointment. He addresses all questions and concerns from both the patient and the person with them.
- September 27, 2023 Explained completely the Inspire procedure. Very helpful.
- September 25, 2023 One of the best doctors I’ve ever had
- September 23, 2023 The best
- September 16, 2023 Very professional, caring, made you feel as if you were his only patient
- August 19, 2023 Personalized care.
- July 17, 2023 Very good doctor & communicator
- July 16, 2023 Very thorough and informative.
- July 13, 2023 can't say enough about how professional everyone was
- June 10, 2023 Consummate professional and a true leader in his profession!!
- June 8, 2023 This was my first visit with Dr. Patwa. He focused on me during the visit; listened to everything I told him about my condition; explained what I needed to know in terms I could understand and in a way that inspired confidence; and he was extremely warm and friendly. I like him!
- June 3, 2023 Dr. Patwa is amazing. He explains things so well to where you can understand what’s going on.
- June 1, 2023 explained in detail the procedure used to treat me.
- June 1, 2023 Very excellent care. He shows me so much care snd concern.
- May 31, 2023 Him and his staff is the best
- May 31, 2023 Dr Patel was very good listener and straightforward re diagnosis. Extra care was needed because of patient hearing loss.
- May 28, 2023 Very attentive seems to really care about what he’s doing as well as his patient
- May 24, 2023 Dr. Patwa has provided excellent care for me pre and post op. He is caring and compassionate. I highly recommend him.
- May 23, 2023 Dr Patwa is an AWESOME DOCTOR!!! Very Professional and explains everything to where you can understand it. Very good man!!!!
- May 23, 2023 He's an awesome Dr and I'm glad I've got the best drs to provide this operation. I'm blessed
- May 16, 2023 A very personable person. Great Dr and a pleasure to have him perform my Inspire Sleep Apnea procedure
- May 10, 2023 Great surgeon, great personality
- May 4, 2023 The most caring doctor I have ever experienced.
- April 29, 2023 Very patient and seemed concerned very thorough seemed to be
- April 26, 2023 He is simply the best! He is great to work with and he really cares about his patients. He is great. I recommend him all the time to people that need this type of care.
- April 23, 2023 Dr. Patwa was very thorough and straight forward during a very difficult discussion. His support staff during the visit were excellent. They are a very good team! They showed obvious concern for me and offered compassion. Above and beyond most medical care I have ever received. Thank you.
- April 15, 2023 He explained everything about the procedure and answered all my questions.
- March 14, 2023 Dr. Patwa was amazing. He listened to my concerns. He went above and beyond his job.
- March 14, 2023 My wife and I were very impressed with Dr. Patwa. He was very knowledgeable, personable and caring. We liked him very much and appreciated the time he took to answer all of our questions.
- March 7, 2023 Love Dr.Patws!! He takes his time to explain my condition in terms I can understand. He shows me the images and thoroughly explains everything.
- March 4, 2023 Dr. Patwa has provided me with excellent care. He is very compassionate and understanding. I would highly recommend him.
- March 3, 2023 The provider and his team did an excellent job of explaining the procedure and I knew exactly what to expect. There were no surprises.
- February 28, 2023 Always a professional experience on my visits to Dr. Patwas office and staff.
- February 28, 2023 Again, Dr. Patwa is excellent in every way possible. I would recommend him to anyone.
- February 26, 2023 Dr Patwa was professional yet quite caring and explained or answered our many questions. My husband and I were quite impressed!
- February 23, 2023 Dr Patwa is professional, knowledgeable, compassionate, understanding & kind. He’s the best!
- February 21, 2023 Good doctor.
- February 18, 2023 Dr Patwa had done some of his training as a student of the surgeon who actually performed my 2015 surgery so it was like continuing with the same team even though I had moved from Ohio to North Carolina in 2020!
- February 8, 2023 Very down to earth and knowledgeable. Sees you as a person as well as a patient.
- February 3, 2023 I really like him, he seen to be very kind and caring.
- January 30, 2023 I could not have asked for a better surgeon. Truly a knowledgeable and skillful doctor with a wonderful breed side manner.
- December 23, 2022 Dr. Patwa is a very caring doctor. He has a good personality and is easy to talk to.
- December 6, 2022 Really liked Dr Patwa, he was the best.
- December 6, 2022 Dr. Patwa is a great Doctor and seems to really care about his patients.
- December 6, 2022 Dr. Patwa is a very knowledgeable doctor. He is a doctor that truly cares and wants the very best for his patients. I highly recommend Dr. Patwa and Wake Forest Baptist. Thank you Dr. Patwa and staff!
Locations
Credentials
Education
- PharmD, University of Kentucky College of Medicine, 2003
- MD, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 2011
Residency
- Otolaryngology, Ohio State University Medical Center, 2016
Fellowship
- Otolaryngology, St Catherine's University, 2017
Board Certifications
- American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Positions
- Physician
- Assistant Professor, Otolaryngology
Insurance
This chart is a list of the most common health insurance plans we accept. This list is subject to change. Please check your individual plan to confirm their participation and the coverage allowed.
Due to the different physician groups and hospitals within the Wake Forest Baptist system, physician services and hospital services are billed separately. Please remember that health insurance coverage varies, so some services may not be covered.
If you don’t see your plan or you have questions, please call our Customer Service Center at 877-938-7497. We will do our best to work with you and your plan.
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC -Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Wake Forest Baptist Health Managed Care/MA Contracts - January2022
AETNA CONNECTED ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
AETNA (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
AETNA MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
AETNA WHOLE HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
ALIGNMENT HEALTHCARE MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes (not applicable to services provided at High Point)
AMBETTER OF NC: Accepted at all locations
AMERIHEALTH CARITAS NEXT ACA/Exchange: Accepted at all locations
APEX MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
BCBSNC (PPO & HMO): Accepted at all locations
BCBS HIGH PERFORMANCE (NATIONAL NETWORK): Accepted at all locations
BLUE LOCAL (WFBH INDIVIDUAL & WFBH X_Group): Accepted at all locations
BLUE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
BLUE VALUE: Accepted at all locations
CAROLINA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
CIGNA: Accepted at all locations
CIGNA BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at NCBH and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC and Wilkes)
CIGNA HEALTHSPRING MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Wilkes)
CIGNA LIFESOURCE (TRANSPLANTS): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
COVENTRY/WELLPATH: Accepted at all locations
CRESCENT PPO (ASHEVILLE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
DEVOTED HEALTH: Accepted at all locations
DIRECT NET: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not contracted, very low to no volume for CHC)
FIRST HEALTH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
FIRSTCAROLINACARE (PINEHURST, NC): Accepted at NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for WFUHS, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GATEWAY HEALTH ALLIANCE (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
GOLDEN RULE INS (UNITED): Accepted at all locations
HEALTHGRAM (formerly PRIMARY PHYSICIAN CARE): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and LMC (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
HEALTHTEAM ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA CHOICECARE: Accepted at all locations
HUMANA MEDICARE ADVANTAGE: Accepted at all locations
LIBERTY ADVANTAGE (MEDICARE ADVANTAGE): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
MAGELLAN (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH and CHC (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
MEDCOST: Accepted at all locations
MEDCOST ULTRA: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie, LMC, Wilkes and High Point (not applicable at CHC)
OPTUMHEALTH (TRANSPLANTS - APPLICABLE TO NCBH/WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
PREFERRED CARE OF VA INC: Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
SOUTHERN HEALTH SVCS (COVENTRY-PPO ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, Davie and CHC (not contracted, very low to no volume for LMC, Wilkes and High Point)
TWIN COUNTY (VIRGINIA): Accepted at WFUHS and NCBH (not contracted, very low to no volume for Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH: Accepted at WFUHS, NCBH, CHC and High Point (not applicable to services provided at Davie, LMC and Wilkes)
UNITED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INTENSIVE OUTPATIENT PROGRAM (WFUHS ONLY): Accepted at WFUHS (not applicable for services provided at NCBH, Davie, LMC, CHC, Wilkes and High Point)
UNITED HEALTHCARE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS ACA/EXCHANGE: Accepted at all locations
UNITED HEALTHCARE MEDICARE: Accepted at all locations
VA CCN: Accepted at all locations
WELLCARE: Accepted at all locations
WELLPATH (COVENTRY): Accepted at all locations
Key
WFUHS - Wake Forest University Health Sciences (professional services)
NCBH - North Carolina Baptist Hospital
LMC - Lexington Medical Center
CHC - Cornerstone Healthcare
Wilkes - Wilkes Regional Medical Center
HPR- High Point Regional
N/A - Not applicable to services provided at facility and/or CHC
NC - Not Contracted, very low to no volume for facility and/or CHC
Research
- Mammary analogue secretory carcinoma presenting as a cystic parotid mass. Gupta K, Patwa HS, Niehaus AG, Filho GOF, Lack CM. . 2019 Sep; 14(9):1103-1108.
- Analysis of the far-medial transoral endoscopic approach to the infratemporal fossa. Patwa HS, Yanez-Siller JC, Gomez Galarce M, Otto BA, Prevedello DM, Carrau RL. Laryngoscope. 2018 10; 128(10):2273-2281.
- Transoral robotic surgery for tonsillar cancer: Addressing the contralateral tonsil. Dziegielewski PT, Boyce BJ, Old M, Teknos TN, Agrawal A, Patwa H, Ozer E. Head Neck. 2017 11; 39(11):2224-2231.
- Functional and quality-of-life outcomes of transoral robotic surgery for carcinoma of unknown primary. Durmus K, Patwa HS, Gokozan HN, Kucur C, Teknos TN, Agrawal A, Old MO, Ozer E. Laryngoscope. 2014 Sep; 124(9):2089-95.