Barbara Esses, MD

Barbara Esses, MD
Denver Ear Assoc 799 E Hampden Ave Ste 510 Englewood, CO 80113
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(9 Reviews)
Service
4.5 star average for Service
Environment
4 star average for Environment
Expertise
4.5 star average for Expertise
Staff
3.5 star average for Staff
Recommended
4 star average for Recommended
Value
4 star average for Value
Did this ENT Otolaryngologist consider your input when deciding on a treatment method?
Yes, I felt very involved in my treatment
Does this provider offer flexible appointment times?
Yes
Is this business handicap-accessible?
Yes, it was handicap-accessible
Did a staff member acknowledge or greet you when you entered?
Yes, I was greeted when I walked in
Does this ENT Otolaryngologist use current and safe equipment?
Yes
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.97.31
March 01, 2013
Does this ENT Otolaryngologist use current and safe equipment?
Yes; the equipment is very advanced!
Did this provider wear an obnoxious cologne?
No, they didn't wear any cologne
Did this ENT Otolaryngologist offer you a possible remedy for your condition during your first visit?
Yes, I was so relieved
Did this provider show attention to detail?
Absolutely! They are always very careful and meticulous
Did this provider leave you unattended for an extended period of time?
Not at all! They were always present and attentive
by Anonymous xxx.xxx.173.122
November 14, 2012
Dr. Esses misdiagnosed me, I had a tumor that was indicated in the MRIs and Cat Scans she ordered but for some reason she reported to me that the tests were normal. It wasn't until my symptoms got worse that the mistake was finally discovered.

I was referred to Dr. Esses because she was supposed to some expert. She did a thorough exam, ordered all the tests etc. She called and sent me a letter saying my MRI and Cat Scans were normal and that I just had tinnitus from chronic ear infections and hearing damage from load noises and referred me to see another Dr. for migraines for the headaches and dizziness. I proceeded to go to Dr after Dr trying to be treated for the headaches and nothing was working. Each Dr. saw that Dr. Esses bad reported back normal tests and because she was an expert, they did not question it so they just kept looking for something else. After a while, Dr.s started treating my like crap. For years symptoms got worse, caused me to fall a lot so I was constantly getting hurt, my headaches and dizziness were so bad I eventually had trouble working, I had anxiety and depression from the chronic pain, I was put on medications that made me worse or were addictive because Dr. s were just trying to write me off. I eventually couldn't work, lost my insurance and went bankrupt from medical bills then almost died when my liver started to go out from all the aspirin I was taking. I went from a functioning healthy, happy young woman with a great career, money in the bank and my own home, to someone who couldn't even get out of bed. Eventually I lost everything, and I had to move home to my parents. Being in a new state, no one new Dr. Esses which was to my benefit. My family Dr. decided to repeat the tests which were abnormal, then he ordered the actual reports from my old tests and discovered that they were also abnormal. He requested my records from Dr. Esses and saw the letter and reports she sent to the Dr.s which all said NORMAL. I was outraged but relieved at the same time because I finally knew what was wrong. I was encourage to get a lawyer but it turns out there is a 3 year limitation so there is no way to recoupe my losses.

I don't know how this happened, I can only say to everyone that if you have tests that say NORMAL, ask for the radiology reports and look yourself. Or insist they are repeated, do not let anyone tell you otherwise. I find myself fortunate that the type of tumor I have is slow growing and benign, had I had something more serious I could be dead. Having a new group of doctors now helping me and who care, has completely turned my life around. But its very hard for me to look back at what I lost, the years of suffering and being treated terribly, simply because someone made a mistake.
by Dee
February 15, 2012
Would you recommend this ENT otolaryngologist to others?
Yes
Did the staff make you feel uncomfortable when you called with questions or concerns?
No, they didn't make me feel uncomfortable
Does this provider welcome questions?
Absolutely! They are happy to answer all of my questions
Has this provider ever cancelled your appointment on you last minute?
No, they didn't cancel on me last minute
Were the waiting room chairs comfortable at this ENT Otolaryngologist's office?
Yes
by Anonymous
June 27, 2011
Does this provider leave you on hold for a long time when you call?
I usually have to wait on hold for quite a while, but not as long as some other places
Did this provider pressure you to purchase any unnecessary products during your visit?
No, my decisions were always respected
Was this provider's staff friendly?
Not Really
Did this provider thoroughly explain the risks and benefits of your treatment?
I think so
by Anonymous
June 14, 2011
I didn't have to wait at all after I arrived for my appointment. They were running right on time, which is a really big deal for me. I couldn't believe how promptly they contacted me with my test results. It really showed how much they care about their patients. They listened closely to everything I was telling them, and showed a lot of attention to detail. I've never had to worry about them forgetting something or not reading my information correctly, which I've encountered at other places. I was very satisfied with my visit. They were helpful and I left feeling encouraged.
by Connie Geisler
May 19, 2011
Was this ENT Otolaryngologist friendly?
Yes
Did you experience unnecessary pain during your visit?
No
Did you spend a lot of time in the waiting room at this provider's office?
No, my appointment started at the scheduled time
by Anonymous
May 13, 2011
Did this provider listen to your input and concerns?
Absolutely! This provider always listens carefully to what I have to say!
Did this ENT Otolaryngologist consider your input when deciding on a treatment method?
Absolutely, they took everything I had to say very seriously
Did this ENT Otolaryngologist promptly contact you with any test results?
Absolutely, I couldn't believe how quickly they got back to me
Was this provider argumentative or easily angered?
Not at all, they were one of the kindest, most attentive individuals I've ever met
by Anonymous
April 03, 2011
Did this provider seem up-to-date with the current advancements in their field?
Yes
Does this provider give unbiased advice?
Yes
Was it clear that this provider takes pride in the appearance of his/her office?
Yes, the office was well organized and taken care of
by Anonymous
March 25, 2011
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