Dr. Jeffrey W. Birns

My son is about to undergo his 7th surgery to hopefully fix a very complicated ear issue that was created by a surgical mistake made by Dr. Jeffery Birns. Story: My son got ear tubes and Dr. Birns made the incision for the tube in his right ear too large, and as a result, when the tube fell out, there was a gaping hole in his eardrum for almost 2 years which never healed properly. On countless visits, Dr. Birns refused to graft it, and we decided to go to a different ENT to get a second opinion. This ENT immediately noticed there was cholesteatoma (an in-ear cyst that can cause serious permanent damage) growing inside his right ear, and referred us to a neurotologist. During that surgery, we were informed that the cholesteatoma had eroded his ear bones so severely had to be removed. This obviously made my son deaf since he had no hearing bone. Everyday I am reminded of the pain and suffering he has endured as a result of him being a patient of Dr. Birns.

I have held off for years writing this review but I have to finally decided that now is the time to write about my son’s incredibly difficult journey that began with extreme negligence on the part of by Dr. Jeffrey Birns. I only write this now to warn other parents of the dangers you are presenting your child by allowing them to be treated by this man. My son is now 12 years old and is about to undergo his 7th, yes 7th surgery, to hopefully fix a very complicated ear issue that was created years ago by a surgical mistake made by Dr. Birns. Here is the story: my son got his first set of ear tubes when he was one year old and then again when he was three years old. On the second tube procedure, Dr. Birns made the incision for the tube in his right ear too large, and as a result, when the tube fell out, there was a gaping hole in his eardrum for almost 2 years which never healed properly. On countless visits, Dr. Birns refused to graft it, and we decided to go to a different ENT to get a second opinion. This ENT immediately noticed there was cholesteatoma (you can look it up but basically it is an in-ear cyst that can cause serious permanent damage) growing inside his right ear, and referred us to a neurotologist who advised that our son have surgery immediately due to the serious nature of the cholesteatoma. During the surgery, we were informed that the cholesteatoma had eroded his ear bones so severely that all of them had to be removed along with the cholesteatoma. This obviously made my son deaf since he had no hearing bone. Nine months later a titanium prosthesis was placed in his inner ear so he could hear again. Many surgeries have followed in order to adjust the prosthesis, and my son is prepping for yet another surgery next month to reposition the prosthesis due to the fact that he has no hearing in his right ear yet again. Suffice to say, this has been a long and difficult journey, caused depression and difficulty reading for years since he couldn't hear properly. Everyday I am reminded of the pain and suffering he has endured as a result of him being a patient of Dr. Birns. I plead with all parents to look elsewhere when choosing an ENT for your child.

Very good doctor. I highly recommend this specialist.

Dr Birns is the best doctor that i ever seen before. Very smart and knowledgeable, i will recommend him to all my friends .

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I would definitely give this doctor all 5 stars! So knowledgeable, caring Doctor. Dr. Birns was our chose for secon opinion. He took his time to do some hearing tests for our daughter, explain and even showed us step by step with pictures what our problem is, explain all damages it can cussing and explained us what is the benefits of the presidure we are looking to have. Explained how surgery done. I would definitely trust this doctor !!! Can say nothing but EXCELENT about Dr. Jeffrey Birns!!!

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Dr Birns saw my 4 year old daughter. He was so great with her and really spent time to explain what was going on, what needed to be done and answered all our questions. The staff was very friendly as well. Overall a very good experience.

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