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David Welles Clark, MD

Otolaryngology

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About David Welles Clark, MD

"Dr. Clark is an associate clinical professor in the division of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple and the director of the Section of Rhinology. He attended medical school and residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston. He also completed a fellowship in rhinology at the California Sinus Institute in Atherton, CA. Dr. Clark's clinical interests include inflammatory disorders of the nose and paranasal sinuses, such as nasal polyps and chronic rhinosinusitis, as well as spinal fluid leaks in the nose, disorders of smell and taste, and anterior skull base tumors in both adults and children."

LanguagesEnglish
Ages SeenAdolescents (ages 12-18), Adults, Geriatrics, Infants and Toddlers (ages 0-2), Newborns (0-28 days), Children (ages 3-11)
Hospital Affiliations
  • Baylor Scott & White Continuing Care Hospital - Temple
  • Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple
Insurance Accepted
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INSURANCE PLAN
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Aetna - Aetna Signature Administrators
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Aetna - Choice POS II
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Aetna - Elect Choice
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Aetna - Health Network Only
Aetna - Health Network Option
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Aetna - HMO
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Aetna - Managed Choice
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Aetna - Open Access Elect Choice
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Aetna - Open Access HMO
Aetna - Open Access Managed Choice
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Aetna - Open Access Select
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Aetna - Open Choice PPO
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Aetna - QPOS
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Aetna - Select SM
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Aetna - US Access
Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - Baptist St Anthony Preferred HMO
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Access PPO
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Plus HMO-Group
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Plus HMO-Individual/Family
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Plus PPO-Group
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Plus PPO-Individual/Family
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Preferred HMO - Individual Marketplace
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Preferred HMO Network - Group
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Preferred PPO Network
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Premier HMO-Group
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Premier HMO-Individual/Family
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Premier PPO
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW SeniorCare Advantage HMO
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW SeniorCare Advantage PPO
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSW Solutions PPO
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSWH Employee Network - PPO & HSA
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - BSWH Employee Network - SEQA & EQA
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - Covenant Preferred HMO
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - EPO Network-Individual/Family
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - ERS BSW Preferred HMO Network
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - Hendrick Health Employee Plan
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - HMO Network-Group
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - HMO Network-Individual/Family
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - McLane Group Network
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - PPO Network-Group
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - Pyco Industries Employee Plan
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Baylor Scott & White Health Plan - RightCare STAR Medicaid Network
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Bell County Public Health District - Bell County Public Health District
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Bronze
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Gold
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage HMO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Advantage Silver
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Choice Plus
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Choice PPO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Essentials
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Essentials Access HMO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Premier
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Blue Premier Open Access HMO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Select PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Indemnity
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage - EFH Retirees
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare Advantage - Oncor
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - ParPlan
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - STAR Kids
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Blue Cross Blue Shield - Traditional
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Brookshire Brothers - Brookshire Brothers Employee Plan (Nexcaliber)
Cigna - CAC Plan
Cigna - Cigna Choice Fund
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Cigna - EPO
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Cigna - Flexcare
Cigna - HMO
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Cigna - HMO Open Acces
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Cigna - HMO Open Access
Cigna - HMO/POS
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Cigna - LocalPlus
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Cigna - LocalPlusIN
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Cigna - Network
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Cigna - Network Open Access
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Cigna - Network POS
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Cigna - Open Access Plus
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Cigna - POS
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Cigna - POS Open Access
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Cigna - PPO
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Consolidated Association of Railroad Employees - Self-Insured Employee Plan
Coventry - Coventry/First Health
DFW ConnectedCare - American Airlines Employee Benefit Plan
Envolve Vision - Envolve Vision
EyeMed Vision - EyeMed Vision
First Health - First Health PPO
FirstCare Health Plans - BSW Plus HMO
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FirstCare Health Plans - BSW Plus PPO
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FirstCare Health Plans - BSW Preferred HMO Network - Group
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FirstCare Health Plans - CHIP
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FirstCare Health Plans - FirstCare Advantage Dual SNP (HMO SNP)
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FirstCare Health Plans - FirstCare Select Plus HMO Network
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FirstCare Health Plans - Hendrick Health Employee Plan
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FirstCare Health Plans - Pyco Industries Employee Plan
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FirstCare Health Plans - STAR Medicaid - MRSA
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Galaxy Health Network - Galaxy Health Network
Gladney Center - Gladney Center
HealthSmart - ACCEL Network
HealthSmart - HealthSmart PPO
HealthSmart - HealthSmart Preferred Care EPO
HealthSmart - HealthSmart Preferred Care GEPO
HealthSmart - Preferred Network
Humana Behavioral - Tricare Members Only
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Humana - ChoiceCare
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Humana - ChoiceCare Preferred Network
Humana - Commercial HMO Plans
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Humana - Commercial PPO Plans
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Humana - Humana Preferred
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Humana - Medicare Advantage Plans (exclude Southwestern Health Resources Network)
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Humana - National POS
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Imagine Health - EPN
Independent Medical Systems - IMS Network
Magellan - CHIP
Magellan - Navigator Networks
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Magellan - STAR
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Medicaid - AmeriGroup
Medicaid - Oklahoma Medicaid
Medicaid - Parkland HealthFirst
Medicaid - Superior HealthPlan
Medicaid - Traditional Medicaid
Medical Development International - MDI
Medicare Railroad - Medicare Railroad
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Medicare - Traditional Medicare
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Midland Memorial Hospital - Employee Benefit Plan
Mother Frances Hospital Regional - Self-Insured Employee Plan
OccuNet - Occupational Networks of Texas, Inc.
Optum - United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum
PHCS Network - Beech Street of Texas PPO
PHCS Network - Private Health Care SYstem PPO
Reny Company - Workers Comp
Rockport - Workers Comp
Scott & White Health Plan - RightCare STAR Medicaid Network
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Sedgwick Preferred Network f/k/a Southwest Medical - Workers Comp
Superior Health Plan - Ambetter Balance Care - Silver
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Superior Vision - Superior Vision
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Three Rivers Network - Three Rivers Network
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Tricare - Tricare Select
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TriWest - VA-PCCC
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United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum - United Behavioral Healthcare/Optum
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UnitedHealth - Dual Complete Medicare Advantage
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UnitedHealth - Nexus ACO OA
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UnitedHealth - Secure Horizons
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University Mary Hardin - Baylor-Employee Benefit Plan
Your rights and protections against surprise medical bills

Insurance listings are subject to change without prior notice. Please call your physician's office or your health or insurance plan to verify coverage information prior to scheduling your visit or procedure. Not all members participating in contracted networks have "in network" access. In network participation may change from time to time without prior notice. Independent providers (which could include, for example only, anesthesiologists, radiologists, pathologists, emergency medicine physicians, advance practice professionals, and other independent providers of health care services) may deliver part of your care, and such providers may be considered out-of-network on your health and insurance plans even if the Facility may be considered in network. If you desire additional information as to the providers who may be involved in providing your care, you can either ask your treating provider (who may know some of the specialists or groups who could be involved) or you can request a list of Facility-based physician groups by calling the following toll free number: (877) 810-0372. This list is updated annually and is subject to change without prior notice.

Background

Education
  • Medical School: Medical Doctor, University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (2005)
  • Residency: Otolaryngology, University of Texas Health Science Center Houston (2010)
  • Fellowship: Rhinology, California Sinus Centers (2011)
Certifications
  • Otolaryngology - American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Industry Relationships

Baylor Scott & White Health’s vision is to be the most trusted name in giving and receiving safe, quality, compassionate healthcare. As part of that vision, Baylor Scott & White Health is committed to dealing honestly, fairly and with integrity in all matters to provide exemplary patient care, broaden medical knowledge, train the next generation of physicians and support outside relationships that promise public benefit.To that end, Baylor Scott & White Health physicians may collaborate with health care industry partners such as pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device companies (collectively referred to as Industry) to help develop medical breakthroughs, or provide medical expertise or education. To promote professional and commercial integrity in such matters, physicians who are employed, contracted for administrative duties or performing research with Baylor Scott & White Health seek advanced approval for certain new Industry relationships, and report their Industry relationships and activities to the Office of Corporate Compliance annually for review.

Baylor Scott & White Health publicly discloses reported payments to these physicians and their immediate family members of $5,000 or more from Industry companies with which the physicians interact as part of their professional activities. The information on this website may differ somewhat from information on other publicly available databases due to different reporting periods, definitions, or reporting requirements. Patients may visit CMS’ Open Payments Database for more information, and should feel free to speak with their physician about relationships with Industry.

As of Aug 25, 2020, David Welles Clark, MD  has reported no outside relationship with Industry that is applicable to this listing.

Reviews (120) for David Welles Clark, MD

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May 11, 2023
Treatment visit was very professional and I felt genuinely cared for and that good results were explained throughly.
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May 10, 2023
Dr Clark cares about his patients. He takes time to explain things. We appreciate him for his dedication to his patients.
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May 8, 2023
Very caring physician. Takes an interest in my concerns and is excellent in his explanation and instructions.
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May 6, 2023
Excellent bedside manner, personable, lists treatment options and is encouraging
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May 6, 2023
Dr. Clark was kind, friendly, knowledgeable.
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May 2, 2023
Very impressive , Dr Clarke and his staff are knowledgeable as well as professional.
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Apr 28, 2023
Provider went above and beyond! He was kind and so thorough.
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Apr 26, 2023
Informational
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Apr 24, 2023
Very satisfied
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Apr 23, 2023
Dr.Clark cares about his patients. He wants to help you and get to the cause of whatever your issues are. He listens and explains.
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Apr 22, 2023
Dr Clark was extremely patient with questions and took the time to thoroughly explain the surgical procedure. He has a very kind and gentle way of interacting with patients.
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Apr 22, 2023
Dr. Clack are is a caring physician. He took the time before the procedure to pray for me with my wife. This provided much comfort and took time to sit down discussing this with me at my week post op visit. He cares much about his patient and is kind and compassionate.
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Apr 20, 2023
So personable and knowledgeable
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Apr 20, 2023
Never have I had a doctor pray with me before surgery. That ment so much good to me. Thank you
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Apr 20, 2023
Dr. Clark is by far the best ENT doctor anywhere!
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Apr 20, 2023
Always friendly. Informative. Listens to your concerns. Patient.
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Apr 15, 2023
Doctor Clark is a caring physician that really care about you as a person. His main objective is our health.
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Apr 12, 2023
Personable, and explained everything well!
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Apr 11, 2023
Very excellent bedside manner.
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Apr 11, 2023
I was very pleased starting with the early morning pleasant smile and friendly people that is staffed with Dr.Clark
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Apr 11, 2023
Very knowledgeable about the rhinitis infection I have.
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Apr 6, 2023
A great doctor, compassionate and explains everything!
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Apr 4, 2023
He listens to the patient attentively and is extremely patient in explaining everything. He's not to quick in promoting medication, or surgery and advises the patient of all alternatives available.
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Mar 31, 2023
He was so kind and gentle.
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Mar 31, 2023
Dr. Clark comes across as very caring and comforting. He explains the procedure in detail and also exactly what to expect after surgery.
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Mar 29, 2023
Dr. Clark was very attentive and addressed all my concerns. He did not seem like he was in a rush and took the time that was needed.
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Mar 26, 2023
Listened to concerns. Discussed options. Answered question
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Mar 26, 2023
Dr. Clark is a knowledgeable and skill specialist for sinus issues.
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Mar 22, 2023
Dr Cllark is knowledgeable, thorough, patient and respectful. Great bedside manners. Overall positive experience
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Mar 15, 2023
Dr. Clark takes his time to thoroughly examine and discuss issues. Never felt rushed.
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Mar 15, 2023
He explained carefully and made sure to that I understood about my medical condition. He answered my questions thoroughly
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Mar 15, 2023
Dr Clark is very knowledgeable!
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Mar 14, 2023
Dr. Clark truly cares and actually listens to concerns, unlike many doctors.
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Mar 14, 2023
He was very tender and kind as he explained exactly what he was doing very helpful
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Mar 12, 2023
Very through and friendly
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Mar 9, 2023
Great
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Mar 9, 2023
Great listener! Very caring
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Mar 7, 2023
Top tier!! Dr Clarke is always so amazing. He truly listens to his patients, and take action.
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Feb 28, 2023
Dr. Clark explained my procedure for tubes in my ears with such clarity
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Feb 26, 2023
Made feel at ease, good bedside manners. Spoke at the level I understood. Have pros and possible cons of situations. And explained why what was next
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Feb 20, 2023
He is very professional, knowledgeable and nice person.
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Feb 19, 2023
He always cares to listen to what the patient states and educates well. Problems are always addressed and answers are always professional.
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Feb 19, 2023
Outstanding
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Feb 16, 2023
DR. Clark was very thorough with all of my treatment options. He patiently answered all of my questions.
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Feb 15, 2023
Wonderful provider. Always so kind and has terrible booger jokes.
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Feb 9, 2023
Dr. Clark has provided excellent care.
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Feb 9, 2023
Dr. Clark is awesome. He is knowledgeable and kind. He takes time to listen and give honest evaluations.
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Feb 7, 2023
Very professional and knowledgeable l.
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Jan 31, 2023
Very knowledgeable and professional
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Jan 19, 2023
Dr. Clark has been my ENT doctor for over a decade! He listens to my concerns, he explains everything prior to starting and he even let me watch on the screen. He is truly an asset to S&W Hospital!
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Jan 18, 2023
Very knowledgeable, gentle touch, personable
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Jan 17, 2023
Very professional and knowledgeable. I trust his medical care and opinions
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Jan 13, 2023
Dr. Clark is the best! He listens, he explains everything and makes sure his patient feels comfortable and knows everything about the surgery and after care. He's very thorough.
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Jan 12, 2023
Dr. Clark is always very nice, friendly, and thorough. He explains everything and answers all questions.
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Jan 6, 2023
Very nice
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Jan 2, 2023
Great surgical skills, bedside manor is fantastic, speaks with patients in a very caring and understandable fashion, made me feel totally at home and I was looking forward to this surgery because he verified I made the correct decision to select him as my surgeon and to have my surgery at BSW!!!
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Dec 31, 2022
Attentive, caring, empathic, responsive, helpful.
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Dec 30, 2022
As always, the best provider ever!
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Dec 29, 2022
Dr Clark was amazing. He was a great listener and very gentle during the exam. One of the best doctors I have seen and he did a great job explaining everything.
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Dec 17, 2022
Fantastic doctor and person.
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Dec 16, 2022
Good, quality care
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Dec 13, 2022
Dr. Clark is amazing. He takes his time takes care of me and explains everything. He is the BEST
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