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Patients consistently praise Dr. Gurgel for his expertise and compassionate, clear communication. Many say he takes the time to listen, explains diagnoses and treatment options thoroughly, and follows up to monitor progress. Reviewers also highlight his strong bedside manner, responsiveness to questions, and willingness to accommodate scheduling needs, which gives them confidence in their care and improved outcomes.
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Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments |
Otolaryngology: Head & Neck Surgery
-Professor Neurosurgery -Adjunct Professor Communication Sciences & Disorders -Adjunct Assistant Professor |
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Education history
| Undergraduate | Biology Major, Chemistry Minor (magna cum laude) - University of Utah | B.A. |
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| Other Training | Brigham Young University Center for Near Eastern Studies | |
| Professional Medical | Medicine - University of Utah School of Medicine | M.D. |
| Residency | Otolaryngology ¿ Head and Neck Surgery - University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics | Resident |
| Fellowship | Neurotology ¿ Skull Base Surgery - Stanford University Hospital and Clinics | Fellow |
| Graduate Training | Master of Science in Clinical Investigation - University of Utah | M.S.C.I |
Selected Publications
Journal Article
- Ahmad JG, Karkoutli A, Takkoush S, Gurgel RK, Espahbodi M, Patel N (2026). A Novel Irrigation System That Decreases Fluid Consumption During Otologic and Neurotologic Surgery. Otology & neurotology, 47(1), e23-e26.
- Weinstein HNW, Tucker LH, Denham MW, Gurgel RK, Golub J (2026). Conductive Hearing Loss is Associated With Dementia in the All of Us Research Program. The Laryngoscope,
- Warrier A, Castillo A, Amoateng B, Raman R, Lee A, Napoleon D, Patel AM, McCrary HC, Gurgel R, Bowers C, Eloy J (2026). Redefining Research Productivity: Rethinking Applicant Evaluation With the Arms Race Control Score. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery,
- Karkoutli A, Bestourous DE, Espahbodi M, Patel NS, Carlson ML, Gurgel R (2026). Current State of Temporal Bone Education: National Survey of U.S. Otolaryngology Residency Programs. The Laryngoscope,
- Powell SD, Weinstein HNW, Tucker LH, Denham MW, Gurgel RK, Golub J (2026). Conductive Hearing Loss Pathologies are Associated With Dementia in the All of Us Research Program. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 174(4), 1065-1071.
- Mendenhall TJ, Babajanian EE, Anderson CM, Pitt CL, Tooker EL, Carlson ML, Patel NS, Gurgel RK, Espahbodi (2026). Pediatric Cochlear Implantation for Single-Sided Deafness After Temporal Bone Fracture. Otology & neurotology,
- Warrier A, Ranganathan S, Montgomery D, Tawil J, Istanboulli A, Bowers C, Gurgel RK, McCrary (2026). Risk Analysis Index Outperforms the Modified Frailty Index in Predicting Outcomes in Thyroidectomy and Parathyroidectomy. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 174(3), 705-714.
- Ewer N, Espahbodi M, Durham AR, Johnson K, Gurgel RK, Patel N (2026). A Unique Perspective: Intrapatient Comparison of Perimodiolar and Lateral Wall Cochlear Implant Electrodes. Otology & neurotology,
- Espahbodi M, Syed A, Tu A, Seidman MD, Danner CJ, Allen KP, Bartels LJ, Ahsan SF, Voelker CCJ, Deep NL, Hunter JB, Chiffer RC, Michaelides EM, Elrakhawy M, Miller MW, Lin HW, Djalilian HR, Vivas EX, Angeli SI, Hoa M, Kim HJ, Widick MH, Stidham KR, Patel NS, Gurgel RK, Doerfer KW, Koka K, Harris M (2026). Multi-Frequency Electrocochleography Results in Fewer Drop Alarms During Cochlear Implant Insertion. The Laryngoscope,
- Espahbodi M, Trautwein P, Zwolan TA, Patel NS, Gurgel R (2026). Trends in Bilateral Cochlear Implantation Among Children, Adults, and Older Adults in the United States. Otology & neurotology,
- Karkoutli A, Ahmad JG, Takkoush S, Johnson K, Espahbodi M, Gurgel RK, Patel N (2026). The Impact of Robot-Assisted Electrode Insertion on Cochlear Implant Surgery Time: A Retrospective Study. Otology & neurotology,
- Espahbodi M, Trautwein P, Bestourous DE, Zwolan TA, Nassiri AM, Carlson ML, Erbele ID, Patel NS, Gurgel R (2025). Access to Cochlear Implantation: Trends in Surgeon Volume and Training. The Laryngoscope,
- Steele JL, Smith HJ, Takkoush S, Ahmad JG, Urdang ZD, Patel NS, Gurgel RK, Espahbodi (2025). Long-term outcomes of pediatric temporal bone fractures with hearing loss: Results of a multinational database analysis. International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology, 188, 112186.
- Marinelli JP, Herberg HA, Moore LS, Yancey KL, Kay-Rivest E, Casale GG, Durham A, Khandalavala KR, Lund-Johansen M, Kosaraju N, Lohse CM, Patel NS, Gurgel RK, Babu SC, Golfinos JG, Roland JT, Hunter JB, Kutz JW, Santa Maria PL, Link MJ, Tveiten ØV, Carlson M (2025). Optimal Timing of Primary Radiosurgical Treatment of Growing Vestibular Schwannoma: Insights From Salvage Microsurgery Outcomes. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery,
- Smith HJ, Takkoush S, Mendenhall TJ, Bramwell ML, Steele JL, Espahbodi M, Patel NS, Gurgel R (2025). Hearing Benefits of Cochlear Implantation in Older Adults With Asymmetric Hearing Loss. Otology & neurotology, 46(5), 515-520.
- Reed NS, Assi S, Bush M, Carlson ML, Cosetti M, Creel L, Gubbels S, Gurgel R, Holcomb M, Jilla AM, Lin FR, Marinelli JP, Myers C, Sladen DP, Spankovich C, Sydlowski S, Yueh B, Nassiri A (2025). Rationale for the Development of a Universal Hearing Metric for Public Consumption: Initiative 1 of the Hearing Health Collaborative. Otology & neurotology,
- Steele JL, Smith HJ, Takkoush S, Ahmad JG, Urdang ZD, Patel NS, Gurgel RK, Espahbodi (2025). Long-Term Outcomes of Adult Temporal Bone Fractures With Hearing Loss: Results of a Multinational Database Analysis. The Laryngoscope,
- Johnson K, Jeon EK, Dwyer R, Agrawal S, Gurgel (2025). The Effect of Contralateral Routing of Signal Devices on the Quality of Life of Unilateral Cochlear Implant Recipients and Their Frequent Communication Partners. American journal of audiology, 34(1), 199-210.
- Loosli AM, Patel NS, Gurgel RK, Espahbodi (2025). Transmastoid Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak Repair After Retrosigmoid Approach for Resection of Vestibular Schwannoma With Hearing Preservation. Otology & neurotology, 46(6), e229.
- Nelson RF, Ernst AR, Adunka O, Babu S, Carlson ML, Claussen AD, Deep NL, Gantz BJ, Gantz JA, Gurgel R, Hong R, Hua X, Lee D, Patel N, Santos F, Yates C, Hansen M (2025). Initial Surgeon Experiences With a Robotic-Assisted Cochlear Implant Electrode Array Insertion System. Otology & neurotology,
- de Lotbiniere-Bassett M, Ahmad JG, Hasen M, Gurgel RK, Couldwell W (2025). Successful Resection of a Previously Treated Glomus Jugulare Tumor: 2-Dimensional Operative Video. Operative neurosurgery (Hagerstown, Md.),
- Steele JL, Ewer NJ, Smith HJ, Takkoush S, Lee MS, Wiggins RH, Espahbodi M, Patel NS, Gurgel R (2025). Frailty, Surgical Time, and Surgical Complications Increase Length of Stay Following Large Vestibular Schwannoma Resection. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 174(2), 495-502.
- Ewer N, Takkoush S, Steele JL, Smith HJ, Lee MS, Espahbodi M, Wiggins RH 3rd, Couldwell WT, Gurgel RK, Patel N (2025). Impact of MRI Cochlear FLAIR Signal on Hearing Preservation after Middle Fossa Vestibular Schwannoma Resection. Otology & neurotology, 46(9), e428-e433.
- Ewer N, Espahbodi M, Johnson K, Wiggins RH 3rd, Gurgel RK, Patel N (2025). Cochlear Implantation for Sensorineural Hearing Loss Related to Cochlear Aqueduct Obstruction by a Jugular Foramen Tumor. Laryngoscope investigative otolaryngology, 10(4), e70171.
- Judd RT, Gluth MB, Gurgel RK, Dornhoffer JL, Carlson ML, Isaacson B, Kuthubutheen J, Hui NJ, Quick M, Anderson RD, Sakai M, Barnes JH, Fussell W (2025). Impact of Modifiable Surgical Factors on Ossiculoplasty Outcomes After Controlling for Ear Environment Risk: A Multi-Institutional Study. Otology & neurotology,
- Takkoush S, Duff K, Foster NL, Patel NS, Gurgel R (2025). Evaluating the Impact of Cochlear Implantation on Cognitive Outcomes in Older Adults: A 5-Year Follow-Up. Otology & neurotology, 47(2), e283-e289.
- Babajanian EE, Cervantes MM, Gordon SA, Johnson KM, Horn ML, Patel NS, Gurgel R (2024). Understanding Patient Utilization Patterns of Cochlear Implant Processors. PMID: 38384240. The Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology, 34894241234589.
- Gurgel RK, Baroody FM, Damask CC, Mims JW, Gardner DD, Reger CM, Reyes J, Dhepyasuwan (2024). Plain Language Summary: Immunotherapy for Inhalant Allergy. PMID: 38408155. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 170(3), 668-674.
- Gurgel RK, Baroody FM, Damask CC, Mims JW, Ishman SL, Baker DP Jr, Contrera KJ, Farid FS, Fornadley JA, Gardner DD, Henry LR, Kim J, Levy JM, Reger CM, Ritz HJ, Stachler RJ, Valdez TA, Reyes J, Dhepyasuwan (2024). Clinical Practice Guideline: Immunotherapy for Inhalant Allergy. PMID: 38408152. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 170 Suppl 1, S1-S42.
- Gurgel RK, Baroody FM, Damask CC, Mims JW, Ishman SL, Baker DP, Contrera KJ, Farid FS, Fornadley JA, Gardner DD, Henry LR, Kim J, Levy JM, Reger CM, Ritz HJ, Stachler RJ, Valdez TA, Reyes J, Dhepyasuwan (2024). Executive Summary of Clinical Practice Guideline on Immunotherapy for Inhalant Allergy. PMID: 38408153. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 170(3), 635-667.
- Marinelli JP, Herberg HA, Moore LS, Yancey KL, Kay-Rivest E, Casale GG, Durham A, Khandalavala KR, Lund-Johansen M, Kosaraju N, Lohse CM, Patel NS, Gurgel RK, Babu SC, Golfinos JG, Roland JT Jr, Hunter JB, Kutz JW Jr, Santa Maria PL, Link MJ, Tveiten ØV, Carlson M (2024). Salvage Microsurgery Following Failed Primary Radiosurgery in Sporadic Vestibular Schwannoma. PMID: 38358763. JAMA otolaryngology-- head & neck surgery,
- Daher GS, Kocharyan A, Carlson ML, Dillon WP, Fischbein NJ, Jackler R, Rassner U, Gurgel R (2024). MRI Safety of Stapes Prostheses: A Systematic Review. Otology & neurotology, 45(5), 469-474.
- Tooker EL, Espahbodi M, Durham AR, Gurgel RK, Patel N (2024). Staged implantation of active transcutaneous bone conduction hearing devices (BCHD) after explantation of older generation bone anchored hearing aids (BAHAs): Surgical outcomes and approach to management. American journal of otolaryngology, 45(4), 104328.
- Tooker EL, Hamilton CA, Takkoush S, Espahbodi M, Patel NS, Gurgel R (2024). Comparing Approaches for Repair of Superior Semicircular Canal Dehiscence. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery,
- Gluth MB, Judd RT, Gurgel RK, Dornhoffer JL, Kutz W, Carlson ML, Kuthubutheen J, Anderson RD, Killeen DE, Barnes JH, Fussell WL, Jeganathan (2024). A Multi-Center Study of Ossiculoplasty Hearing Outcomes and a Grading Scale of Ear Environment Risk. The Laryngoscope,
- Urdang ZD, Jain A, Li M, Haupt TL, Wilcox TO, Chiffer RC, Gurgel R (2024). Conductive Hearing Loss Associates With Dementia, and Middle Ear Reconstruction Mitigates This Association: A Multinational Database Study. Otology & neurotology, 45(9), 1078-1086.
- Redding TS, Stephens AR, Gurgel R (2023). The Effect of Social Deprivation on Patient Satisfaction in Otolaryngology Clinics. PMID: 36631937. The Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology, 34894221143579.
- Macielak RJ, Selleck AM, Kocharyan A, Hunter JB, Patro A, Perkins EL, Hamilton CA, Patel NS, Gurgel RK, Sweeney AD, Brown KD, Link MJ, Carlson M (2023). Approach to Cochlear Implantation in Patients With Ventriculoperitoneal Shunts. PMID: 36939465. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 168(6), 1485-1493.
- Carlson ML, Lohse CM, Agazzi S, Babu SC, Barker FG, Barnett S, Bi WL, Biggs N, Boahene KD, Breen JT, Brown KD, Cayé-Thomasen P, Cosetti MK, Deep NL, Dey JK, Dornhoffer JR, Forner D, Gurgel RK, Hansen MR, Hunter JB, Kalamarides M, Kim IA, King AT, Kircher ML, Lassaletta L, Link MJ, Lloyd SKW, Lund-Johansen M, Marinelli JP, Matthies C, Mehta V, Moore EJ, Nassiri AM, Neff BA, Nelson RF, Olson JJ, Patel NS, Celda MP, Plitt AR, Price DL, Thomas Roland J Jr, Sweeney AD, Tasche KK, Tatagiba M, Tveiten Ø, Van Gompel JJ, Vrabec JT, Wanna GB, Weisskopf P (2023). Rationale for the Development of a Novel Clinical Grading Scale for Postoperative Facial Nerve Function: Results of a Multidisciplinary International Working Group. PMID: 37875014. Otology & neurotology, 44(10), e747-e754.
- Youner ER, Chillakuru YR, Xu H, Dedmon M, Labadie R, Djalilian H, Mahboubi H, Westerberg B, Vaisbuch Y, Blevins N, Chen J, Lin V, Joyce MG, Moncada PX, Dabiri S, Gurgel RK, Kouhi A, Monfared A (2023). Content Validity of a High-Fidelity Surgical Middle Ear Simulator: A Randomized Prospective International Multicenter Trial. PMID: 37590880. Otology & neurotology, 44(9), 903-911.
- Aylward A, Gordon SA, Murphy-Meyers M, Allen CM, Patel NS, Gurgel R (2022). Caregiver Quality of Life After Cochlear Implantation in Older Adults. PMID 34855684. Otology & neurotology, 43(2), e191-e197.
- Miller RH, Gurgel RK, McCrary H (2022). Graduating Otolaryngology Residents' Ideal Practice Expectations: A Longitudinal Analysis. PMID 34982583. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 167(3), 1945998211069505.
- Redding TS, Keefe KR, Stephens AR, Gurgel R (2022). Evaluating Factors That Influence Patient Satisfaction in Otolaryngology Clinics. PMID 35094607. The Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology, 132, 34894211055531.
- Fredrickson VL, Mortimer V, Rennert RC, Gurgel RK, Couldwell W (2022). Staged and Combined Approach for Resection of Giant Posterior Fossa and Temporal Bone Schwannoma. PMID 35948215. World neurosurgery, 166, 170.
- Gurgel RK, Couldwell WT, Patel NS, Cannon-Albright L (2022). Is There an Inherited Contribution to Risk for Sporadic Unilateral Vestibular Schwannoma? Evidence of Familial Clustering. PMID: 36113461. Otology & neurotology, 43(10), e1157-e1163.
- Babajanian EE, Carmichael EC, Gordon SA, Patel NS, Gurgel R (2022). Cochlear Implantation in Patients With Known Cognitive Impairment: What Are the Benefits? PMID: 36201563. Otology & neurotology, 43, 1144-1148.
- Cole KL, Babajanian E, Anderson R, Gordon S, Patel N, Dicpinigaitis AJ, Kazim SF, Bowers CA, Gurgel R (2022). Association of Baseline Frailty Status and Age With Postoperative Complications After Cochlear Implantation: A National Inpatient Sample Study. PMID: 36190901. Otology & neurotology, 43, 1170-1175.
- Budohoski KP, Rennert RC, Gordon SA, Raheja A, Brandon C, Henson JC, Azab MA, Patel NS, Karsy M, Gurgel RK, Shelton C, Couldwell W (2022). Factors associated with hearing outcomes after a middle fossa approach in 131 consecutive patients with vestibular schwannomas. PMID: 36461828. Journal of neurosurgery, 139(2), 1-10.
- Rennert RC, Budohoski KP, Gurgel RK, Couldwell W (2022). Extended middle fossa approach for resection of a petroclival meningioma and vestibular schwannoma. Neurosurgical focus, 6(2), V5.
- Babajanian EE, Hollon TC, Seasor TA, Couldwell W, Gurgel R (2022). Perigeniculate Giant Cell Tumor of Temporal Bone. Cureus, 14(8), e28515.
- Casazza G, Carlson ML, Shelton C, Gurgel R (2021). The Medially-Invasive Cholesteatoma: An Aggressive Subtype of a Common Pathology. The Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology, 130(1), 38-46.
- Aylward A, Naidu SR, Mellum C, King JB, Jones KG, Anderson JS, Foster NL, Gurgel R (2021). Left Ear Hearing Predicts Functional Activity in the Brains of Patients with Alzheimer's Disease Dementia. The Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology, 130(4), 343-349.
- Newberry I, Highland J, DeTorres A, Gurgel (2021). Transmastoid Hydroxyapatite Resurfacing for Sigmoid Sinus Wall Anomalies Causing Pulsatile Tinnitus. The Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology, 130, 3489420987407.
- McCrary HC, Babajanian E, Patel N, Yang S, Kircher M, Carlson ML, Gurgel R (2021). Superior Semicircular Canal Dehiscence Syndrome Following Head Trauma: A Multi-institutional Review. PMID 34272884. The Laryngoscope, 131(11), E2810-E2818.
- Gurgel RK, Duff K, Foster NL, Urano KA, deTorres (2021). Evaluating the Impact of Cochlear Implantation on Cognitive Function in Older Adults. PMID 34738240. The Laryngoscope, 132 Suppl 7, S1-S15.
- Gordon SA, Gurgel R (2021). Past and Future Biologics for Otologic Disorders. PMID 34119333. Otolaryngologic clinics of North America, 54(4), 779-787.
- Larson DP, Carlson ML, Lohse CM, O'Brien EK, Kircher ML, Gurgel RK, Hunter JB, Micco AG, Nogan SJ, O'Connell BP, Rangarajan SV, Rivas A, Sweeney AD, Wanna GB, Weisskopf PA, Choby (2021). Prevalence of and Associations With Distress and Professional Burnout Among Otolaryngologists: Part I, Trainees. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 164(5), 1019-1029.
- Carlson ML, Larson DP, O'Brien EK, Lohse CM, Kircher ML, Gurgel RK, Hunter JB, Micco AG, Nogan SJ, O'Connell BP, Rangarajan SV, Rivas A, Sweeney AD, Wanna GB, Weisskopf PA, Choby (2021). Prevalence of and Associations With Distress and Professional Burnout Among Otolaryngologists: Part II, Attending Physicians. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 164(5), 1030-1039.
- Miller RH, McCrary HC, Gurgel R (2021). Assessing Trends in Fellowship Training Among Otolaryngology Residents: A National Survey Study. PMID 33618575. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 165(5), 655-661.
- Gurgel RK, Briggs SE, Dhepyasuwan N, Rosenfeld R (2021). Quality Improvement in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery: Age-Related Hearing Loss Measures. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 165, 1945998211000442.
- Aylward A, Murphy-Meyers M, Allen CM, Patel NS, Gurgel R (2021). Frailty and Quality of Life After Cochlear Implantation in Older Adults. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 166, 1945998211004589.
- Casazza GC, Gurgel RK, McCrary HC, Ramirez AS, Krakovitz PR, Shelton C, Meier J (2021). Are Opioids Necessary in Middle Ear Surgery? Comparing the Transcanal and Postauricular Approach. Otology & neurotology, 42(6), 851-857.
- Santa Maria PL, Shi Y, Aaron KA, Gurgel RK, Corrales CE, Soltys SG, Santa Maria C, Chang SD, Blevins NH, Jackler RK, Gibbs I (2021). Tumor Control Following Stereotactic Radiosurgery in Patients with Vestibular Schwannomas - A Retrospective Cohort Study. Otology & neurotology, 42(10), e1548-e1559.
- Dicpinigaitis AJ, Kalakoti P, Schmidt M, Gurgel R, Cole C, Carlson A, Pickett B, Sun H, Mukherjee D, Al-Mufti F, Bowers C (2021). Associations of Baseline Frailty Status and Age With Outcomes in Patients Undergoing Vestibular Schwannoma Resection. JAMA otolaryngology-- head & neck surgery, 147, 608-614.
- Gordon SA, Aylward A, Patel NS, Bowers C, Presson AP, Smith KR, Foster NL, Gurgel R (2021). Does Frailty or Age Increase the Risk of Postoperative Complications Following Cochlear Implantation? PMID 34595366. OTO open, 5(3), 2473974X211044084.
- Casazza GC, Kesser BW, Strumpf AM, Gurgel RK, Hashisaki G (2021). Otology-Neurotology 2020 US Workforce Distribution. Otology & neurotology open, 1(2), e007.
- Gurgel RK, Cardon BR, Allen CM, Presson AP, Kelly BC, Hopf HW, Choi SS, Miller R (2020). Evaluating gender parity in operative experience for otolaryngology residencies in the United States. The Laryngoscope, 130(7), 1651-1656.
- Aylward A, Auduong P, Anderson JS, Zielinski BA, Wang AY, Weng C, Foster NL, Gurgel R (2020). Changes in the Auditory Association Cortex in Dementing Illnesses. Otology & neurotology, 41(10), 1327-1333.
- Casazza GC, McIntyre MK, Gurgel RK, McCrary HC, Shelton C, Couldwell WT, Bowers C (2020). Increasing Frailty, Not Increasing Age, Results in Increased Length of Stay Following Vestibular Schwannoma Surgery. Otology & neurotology, 41(10), e1243-e1249.
- Carlson ML, Link MJ, Driscoll CLW, Haynes DS, Billings HA, Lohse CM, Hall ER, Agazzi S, Barker FG 3rd, Brackmann DE, Cueva RA, Golfinos JG, Gurgel RK, Kondziolka D, Kutz JW Jr, Neff BA, Sheehan JP, Van Gompel JJ, Yu C (2020). Working Toward Consensus on Sporadic Vestibular Schwannoma Care: A Modified Delphi Study. Otology & neurotology, 41(10), e1360-e1371.
- Buchman CA, Gifford RH, Haynes DS, Lenarz T, O'Donoghue G, Adunka O, Biever A, Briggs RJ, Carlson ML, Dai P, Driscoll CL, Francis HW, Gantz BJ, Gurgel RK, Hansen MR, Holcomb M, Karltorp E, Kirtane M, Larky J, Mylanus EAM, Roland JT Jr, Saeed SR, Skarzynski H, Skarzynski PH, Syms M, Teagle H, Van de Heyning PH, Vincent C, Wu H, Yamasoba T, Zwolan (2020). Unilateral Cochlear Implants for Severe, Profound, or Moderate Sloping to Profound Bilateral Sensorineural Hearing Loss: A Systematic Review and Consensus Statements. JAMA otolaryngology-- head & neck surgery, 146(10), 942-953.
- McRackan, T. R. Hand, B. N. Velozo, C. A. Dubno, J. R. Cochlear Implant Quality of Life Development, Consortium (Gurgel RK (2019). Development of the Cochlear Implant Quality of Life Item Bank. Ear and hearing, 40(4), 1016-1024.
- Santa Maria PL, Shi Y, Gurgel RK, Corrales CE, Soltys SG, Santa Maria C, Murray K, Chang SD, Blevins NH, Gibbs IC, Jackler R (2019). Long-Term Hearing Outcomes Following Stereotactic Radiosurgery in Vestibular Schwannoma Patients-A Retrospective Cohort Study. Neurosurgery, 85(4), 550-559.
- Casazza GC, Thomas AJ, Dewey J, Gurgel RK, Shelton C, Meier J (2019). Variations in Stapes Surgery Cost within a Multihospital Network. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 161(5), 835-841.
- McRackan, T. R. Hand, B. N. Cochlear Implant Quality of Life Development, Consortium (Gurgel RK), Velozo, C. A. Dubno, J. R (2019). Cochlear Implant Quality of Life (CIQOL): Development of a Profile Instrument (CIQOL-35 Profile) and a Global Measure (CIQOL-10 Global). Journal of speech, language, and hearing research, 62(9), 3554-3563.
- Thomas AJ, Casazza GC, MacDonald JD, Gurgel R (2019). Coexistent Vestibular Schwannoma and Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease: Recognition and Infection Control. Otology & neurotology, 40(3), e240-e243.
- Casazza GC, McCrary HC, Shelton C, Gurgel R (2019). Primary Petrous Apex Epidermoids With Skull Base Erosion. Otology & neurotology, 40(5), e556-e561.
- Casazza GC, Bowers CA, Gurgel R (2019). Hearing Outcomes Reporting in Lateral Skull Base Surgery. Journal of neurological surgery. Part B, Skull base, 80(2), 120-124.
- King JB1, Jones KG, Goldberg E, Rollins M, MacNamee K, Moffit C, Naidu SR, Ferguson MA, Garcia-Leavitt E, Amaro J, Breitenbach KR, Watson JM, Gurgel RK, Anderson JS, Foster NL (2019). Increased Functional Connectivity After Listening to Favored Music in Adults With Alzheimer Dementia. The journal of prevention of Alzheimer's disease, 6(1), 56-62.
- Adunka OF, Gantz BJ, Dunn C, Gurgel RK, Buchman C (2018). Minimum Reporting Standards for Adult Cochlear Implantation. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 159(2), 215-219.
- Carlson ML, Sladen DP, Gurgel RK, Tombers NM, Lohse CM, Driscoll C (2018). Survey of the American Neurotology Society on Cochlear Implantation: Part 1, Candidacy Assessment and Expanding Indications. Otology & neurotology, 39(1), e12-e19.
- Casazza GC, Bowers CA, MacDonald JD, Couldwell WT, Shelton C, Gurgel R (2018). What Is the Safety and Efficacy of Chemical Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis Following Vestibular Schwannoma Surgery?. Otology & neurotology, 39(2), e131-e136.
- Casazza GC, Schwartz SR, Gurgel R (2018). Systematic Review of Facial Nerve Outcomes After Middle Fossa Decompression and Transmastoid Decompression for Bell's Palsy With Complete Facial Paralysis. Otology & neurotology, 39(10), 1311-1318.
- Casazza GC, Thomas AJ, Gurgel RK, Shelton C, Meier J (2018). Variation in Tympanoplasty Cost in a Multihospital Network. Otology & neurotology, 39(10), e1047-e1053.
- Paul SS, Dibble LE, Walther RG, Shelton C, Gurgel RK, Lester M (2018). Reduced Purposeful Head Movements During Community Ambulation Following Unilateral Vestibular Loss. Neurorehabilitation and neural repair, 32(4-5), 309-316.
- Mazur MD, Gurgel R, MacDonald J (2018). The Use of Semitranslucent Rubber Pledgets During Microsurgical Dissection of Cerebellopontine Angle Tumors: Technical Note. Operative neurosurgery (Hagerstown, Md.), 14(1), 6-9.
- Thomas AJ, Wiggins RH 3rd, Gurgel R (2017). Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma Masquerading as Jugular Foramen Paraganglioma: A Role for Novel Magnetic Resonance Imaging. The Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology, 126(8), 606-610.
- Bangiyev JN, Gurgel R, Vanderhooft SL, Grimmer J (2017). Reversible profound sensorineural hearing loss due to propranolol sensitive hemangioma in an infant with PHACE syndrome. International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology, 103, 55-57.
- Paul SS, Dibble LE, Walther RG, Shelton C, Gurgel RK, Lester M (2017). Characterization of Head-Trunk Coordination Deficits After Unilateral Vestibular Hypofunction Using Wearable Sensors. JAMA otolaryngology-- head & neck surgery, 143(10), 1008-1014.
- Thomson RS, Auduong P, Miller AT, Gurgel R (2017). Hearing loss as a risk factor for dementia: A systematic review. Laryngoscope investigative otolaryngology, 2(2), 69-79.
- Thomson RS, Auduong P, Miller AT, Gurgel R (2017). Hearing loss as a risk factor for dementia: A systematic review. Laryngoscope investigative otolaryngology,
- Chevallier KM, Wiggins RH, Quinn NA, Gurgel RK (2016). Differentiating Pediatric Rhabdomyosarcoma and Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis of the Temporal Bone by Imaging Appearance. AJNR Am J Neuroradiol, 37(6), 1185-9.
- Sjogren PP, Gurgel RK, Park A (2016). Does canal wall down mastoidectomy benefit syndromic children with congenital aural stenosis?. International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology, 90, 200-203.
- Monfared A, Corrales CE, Theodosopoulos PV, Blevins NH, Oghalai JS, Selesnick SH, Lee H, Gurgel RK, Hansen MR, Nelson RF, Gantz BJ, Kutz JW Jr, Isaacson B, Roland PS, Amdur R, Jackler R (2016). Facial Nerve Outcome and Tumor Control Rate as a Function of Degree of Resection in Treatment of Large Acoustic Neuromas: Preliminary Report of the Acoustic Neuroma Subtotal Resection Study (ANSRS). Neurosurgery, 79(2), 194-203.
- Cannon RB, Thomson RS, Shelton C, Gurgel R (2016). Long-term Outcomes After Middle Fossa Approach for Traumatic Facial Nerve Paralysis. Otology & neurotology, 37(6), 799-804.
- Quist TS, Palmer CA, MacDonald JD, Gurgel R (2016). Solitary Plasmacytoma of the Petrous Apex: A Case Report and Review of Literature. Otology & neurotology, 37(7), e250-1.
- Raheja A, Bowers CA, MacDonald JD, Shelton C, Gurgel RK, Brimley C, Couldwell W (2016). Middle Fossa Approach for Vestibular Schwannoma: Good Hearing and Facial Nerve Outcomes with Low Morbidity. World neurosurgery, 92, 37-46.
- Bowers CA, Gurgel RK, Brimley C, Hawryluk GW, Taggart M, Braden S, Collett T, Gale D, Salzman KL, MacDonald J (2016). Surgical Treatment of Vestibular Schwannoma: Does Age Matter?. World neurosurgery, 96, 58-65.
- Thomas AJ, Wiggins RH 3rd, Gurgel R (2015). Nonparaganglioma jugular foramen tumors. Otolaryngologic clinics of North America, 48(2), 343-59.
- Quist TS, Givens DJ, Gurgel RK, Chamoun R, Shelton (2015). Hearing preservation after middle fossa vestibular schwannoma removal: are the results durable?. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 152(4), 706-11.
- Seidman MD, Gurgel RK, Lin SY, Schwartz SR, Baroody FM, Bonner JR, Dawson DE, Dykewicz MS, Hackell JM, Han JK, Ishman SL, Krouse HJ, Malekzadeh S, Mims JW, Omole FS, Reddy WD, Wallace DV, Walsh SA, Warren BE, Wilson MN, Nnacheta LC, Guideline Otolaryngology Development Group. AAO-HNSF (2015). Clinical practice guideline: Allergic rhinitis. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 152(1 Suppl), S1-43.
- Seidman MD, Gurgel RK, Lin SY, Schwartz SR, Baroody FM, Bonner JR, Dawson DE, Dykewicz MS, Hackell JM, Han JK, Ishman SL, Krouse HJ, Malekzadeh S, Mims JW, Omole FS, Reddy WD, Wallace DV, Walsh SA, Warren BE, Wilson MN, Nnacheta L (2015). Clinical practice guideline: allergic rhinitis executive summary. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 152(2), 197-206.
- Gurgel R (2015). Updating Clinical Practice Guidelines: How Do We Stay Current?. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 153(4), 488-90.
- Ahmad I, Fernando A, Gurgel R, Jason Clark J, Xu L, Hansen M (2015). Merlin status regulates p75(NTR) expression and apoptotic signaling in Schwann cells following nerve injury. Neurobiology of disease, 82, 114-122.
- Cannon RB, Gurgel RK, Warren FM, Shelton (2015). Facial nerve outcomes after middle fossa decompression for Bell's palsy. Otology & neurotology, 36(3), 513-8.
- Gurgel RK, Curtis SH, Shelton (2015). A novel intraoral bone conduction hearing prosthesis: one-year safety and efficacy study. Otology & neurotology, 36(1), 106-10.
- Kawabata S, Hollander MC, Munasinghe JP, Brinster LR, Mercado-Matos JR, Li J, Regales L, Pao W, Jänne PA, Wong KK, Butman JA, Lonser RR, Hansen MR, Gurgel RK, Vortmeyer AO, Dennis P (2015). Epidermal growth factor receptor as a novel molecular target for aggressive papillary tumors in the middle ear and temporal bone. Oncotarget, 6(13), 11357-68.
- Abele TA, Besachio DA, Quigley EP, Gurgel RK, Shelton C, Harnsberger HR, Wiggins RH 3rd (2014). Diagnostic accuracy of screening MR imaging using unenhanced axial CISS and coronal T2WI for detection of small internal auditory canal lesions. AJNR Am J Neuroradiol, 35(12), 2366-70.
- London NR, Gurgel R (2014). The role of vascular endothelial growth factor and vascular stability in diseases of the ear. The Laryngoscope, 124(8), E340-6.
- Curtis SH, Miller RH, Weng C, Gurgel R (2014). The effect of duty hour regulation on resident surgical case volume in otolaryngology. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 151(4), 599-605.
- Van Buren N, Buchmann L, Gurgel R, Shelton (2014). Giant cell granuloma of the temporal bone. Otology & neurotology, 35(7), e211-2.
- Gurgel RK, Ward PD, Schwartz S, Norton MC, Foster NL, Tschanz J (2014). Relationship of hearing loss and dementia: a prospective, population-based study. Otology & neurotology, 35(5), 775-81.
- Alyono JC, Corrales CE, Gurgel RK, Blevins N, Jackler R (2014). Facial nerve schwannomas presenting as occluding external auditory canal masses: a therapeutic dilemma. Otology & neurotology, 35(7), 1284-9.
- Hudson SK, Gurgel RK, Shelton (2014). Revision stapedectomy with bone cement: are results comparable to those of standard techniques?. Otology & neurotology, 35(9), 1501-3.
- Buchmann LO, Wiggins RH, Gurgel RK, Hunt J (2013). Skin cancers of the external auditory canal. Facial plastic surgery, 29(5), 384-8.
- Li PM, Linos E, Gurgel RK, Fischbein NJ, Blevins N (2013). Evaluating the utility of non-echo-planar diffusion-weighted imaging in the preoperative evaluation of cholesteatoma: a meta-analysis. The Laryngoscope, 123(5), 1247-50.
- Gurgel RK, Shelton (2013). The SoundBite hearing system: patient-assessed safety and benefit study. The Laryngoscope, 123(11), 2807-12.
- Baugh RF, Basura GJ, Ishii LE, Schwartz SR, Drumheller CM, Burkholder R, Deckard NA, Dawson C, Driscoll C, Gillespie MB, Gurgel RK, Halperin J, Khalid AN, Kumar KA, Micco A, Munsell D, Rosenbaum S, Vaughan (2013). Clinical practice guideline: Bell's palsy. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 149(3 Suppl), S1-27.
- Baugh RF, Basura GJ, Ishii LE, Schwartz SR, Drumheller CM, Burkholder R, Deckard NA, Dawson C, Driscoll C, Gillespie MB, Gurgel RK, Halperin J, Khalid AN, Kumar KA, Micco A, Munsell D, Rosenbaum S, Vaughan (2013). Clinical practice guideline: Bell's Palsy executive summary. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 149(5), 656-63.
- Bliss MR, Jackler RK, Gurgel R (2013). Recurrent contralateral hearing loss after 2 craniotomies for vestibular schwannoma: etiologic implications. Otology & neurotology, 34(7), 1237-40.
- Nadaraja GS, Gurgel RK, Kim J, Chang K (2013). Hearing outcomes of atresia surgery versus osseointegrated bone conduction device in patients with congenital aural atresia: a systematic review. Otology & neurotology, 34(8), 1394-9.
- Marcinow AM, Provenzano MJ, Gurgel RK, Chang K (2012). Primary intraosseous cavernous hemangioma of the zygoma: a case report and literature review. Ear, nose, & throat journal, 91(5), 210, 212, 214-5.
- Lin FY, Gurgel RK, Popelka GR, Capasso (2012). The effect of continuous positive airway pressure on middle ear pressure. The Laryngoscope, 122(3), 688-90.
- Gurgel RK, Oghalai J (2012). Are mastoid pressure dressings necessary after otologic surgery to prevent postoperative hematomas?. The Laryngoscope, 122(3), 485-6.
- Gurgel RK, Popelka GR, Oghalai JS, Blevins NH, Chang KW, Jackler R (2012). Is it valid to calculate the 3-kilohertz threshold by averaging 2 and 4 kilohertz?. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 147(1), 102-4.
- Gurgel RK, Jackler RK, Dobie RA, Popelka G (2012). A new standardized format for reporting hearing outcome in clinical trials. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 147(5), 803-7.
- Nadaraja GS, Gurgel RK, Fischbein NJ, Anglemyer A, Monfared A, Jackler RK, Blevins N (2012). Radiographic evaluation of the tegmen in patients with superior semicircular canal dehiscence. Otology & neurotology, 33(7), 1245-50.
- Corrales CE, Gurgel RK, Jackler R (2012). Rehabilitation of central facial paralysis with hypoglossal-facial anastomosis. Otology & neurotology, 33(8), 1439-44.
- Gurgel RK, Dogru S, Amdur RL, Monfared (2012). Facial nerve outcomes after surgery for large vestibular schwannomas: do surgical approach and extent of resection matter?. Neurosurgical focus, 33(3), E16.
- Gurgel RK, Theodosopoulos PV, Jackler R (2012). Subtotal/near-total treatment of vestibular schwannomas. Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery, 20(5), 380-4.
- Gurgel R (2012). History of United States Graduate Medical Education in Otolaryngology.
- Gurgel RK, Miller RA, Smith R (2011). Use of portfolios in otolaryngology graduate medical education. The Laryngoscope, 121(6), 1173-6.
- Gurgel RK, Schiff BA, Flint JH, Miller RA, Zahtz GD, Smith RV, Fried MP, Smith R (2010). Mentoring in otolaryngology training programs. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 142(4), 487-92.
- Gurgel RK, Lund G, Gundlapalli AV (2009). Role of otolaryngologists in health care for the homeless. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol, 118(7), 471-4.
- Gurgel RK, Karnell LH, Hansen M (2009). Middle ear cancer: a population-based study. The Laryngoscope, 119(10), 1913-7.
- Gurgel RK, Brookes JT, Weinberger MM, Smith R (2008). Chronic cough and tonsillar hypertrophy: a case series. Pediatric pulmonology, 43(11), 1147-1149.
- Gurgel RK, Roehm PC, Hansen M (2006). Disseminated histoplasmosis presenting as a unilateral cranial nerve VIII mass: a case report. Otology & neurotology, 27(7), 1014-6.
- Badi AN, Kertesz TR, Gurgel RK, Shelton C, Normann R (2003). Development of a novel eighth-nerve intraneural auditory neuroprosthesis. The Laryngoscope, 113(5), 833-42.
Review
- Durham AR, Tooker EL, Patel NS, Gurgel R (2023). Epidemiology and Risk Factors for Development of Sporadic Vestibular Schwannoma. PMID: 37019771. Otolaryngologic clinics of North America, 56(3), 413-420.
- Babajanian EE, Gurgel R (2022). Cognitive and behavioral effects of hearing loss. PMID: 36004783. Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery, 30(5), 339-343.
Book
- Brachmann DE, Arriaga M, Shelton C, Gurgel R (2022). Otologic Surgery.
- Gurgel RK, Harnsberger (2018). Imaging in Otolaryngology.
Book Chapter
- Patel NS, Gurgel RK, Shelton (2022). 28. Facial Nerve Tumors.
- Gurgel R (2022). 31. Bone-Vibrating Cochlea Stimulator.
- Gurgel R (2022). 32. Surgery of the Endolymphatic Sac.
- Shelton C, Brackmann D, Gurgel R (2022). 43. Middle Fossa Approach.
- Gurgel R (2022). 60. Vascular Considerations in Neurotologic Surgery.
- Sowder JC, Schiffer BL, Gurgel RK, Shelton (2017). Middle Fossa and Translabyrinthine Approaches. 37-53.
- Gurgel RK, Shelton (2017). Facial Nerve Hemangiomas. 2,
Editorial
- Carlson ML, Zwolan TA, Bush ML, Cosetti MK, Dunn CC, Gubbels SP, Gurgel RK, Hashmi AZ, Holcomb MA, Hunter JB, Jilla AM, Kelley B, Lohse CM, Marinelli JP, McKee MM, Moody-Antonio SA, Miller EL, Nassiri AM, Reed NS, Sladen DP, Spankovich C, Tieben JE, Yueh B, Zeitler DM, Sydlowski S (2026). Proposed Development of a New Staging System for Hearing Loss: Countermeasure 2 of the Hearing Health Collaborative. Otology & neurotology, 47(2), e158-e163.
Letter
- Warrier A, Patel J, Bowers CA, Gurgel (2025). In Reference to Inconsistent Associations of Modified Frailty Index-5 With Adverse Head and Neck Reconstruction Outcomes. The Laryngoscope,
- Budohoski KP, Gurgel RK, Couldwell W (2023). Vestibular Schwannoma: From a "Certain Hard Body" Through the "Bloody Angle" to Hearing Preservation Surgery. PMID: 36863961. World neurosurgery, 172, 100-101.
- Bowers CA, Varela S, Kazim SF, Gurgel (2022). Association of Patient Frailty With Vestibular Schwannoma Resection Outcomes and Machine Learning Development of a Vestibular Schwannoma Risk Stratification Score. PMID: 36094282. Neurosurgery, 91, e139-e140.
- Cannon RB, Shelton C, Gurgel R (2017). Response Regarding Combined Transmastoid and Middle Fossa Approach. Otology & neurotology, 38(2), 304.
- Bowers CA, Gurgel RK, MacDonald J (2017). In Reply to "Indication of Surgical Management of Vestibular Schwannoma in the Older Age Group: Mysteries Still Unsolved". World neurosurgery, 105, 1024-1025.
- Jackler R, Gurgel R, Dobie R, Popelka (2013). Reply to Dr Carlson's letter: A new standardized format for reporting hearing outcome in clinical trials. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 149(2), 350.
- Jackler R, Gurgel R, Dobie R, Popelka (2013). Letter to the editor response--Entong Wang. Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery, 149(2), 351.
Dr Gurgel is an extremely knowledgeable doctor. He is also kind and welcomes questions when I don't understand. I trust him with my complicated ear problems.
Dr. Gurgel is very kind, attentive, knowledgeable, and compassionate. I appreciated his willingness to offer a telehealth visit due to difficulties with travel due to my condition.
Dr Gurgel is very knowledgeable, patient, and understanding of my concerns.
He is a true professional and incredible bedside manners. He took the time to explain what we can work on for my medical care.
Dr Gurgel is great. Nothing else needs to be said.
Dr Gurgel puts his patients first! I feel valued as his patient. He explains things thoroughly and in easily understood terms. Dr Gurgel takes as much time as he feels necessary with me. He is kind, compassionate and understanding. I have complete confidence in his recommendations for my ongoing care. I can't say enough about how fantastic he is!
One of the best and most caring doctors I have ever dealt with. Would suggest him to anyone. So loving and caring, great doctor!
Dr. Gurgel is an extremely professional, attentive, patient, and caring physician, both in clinic and preop. I am very pleased with the care I received from Doctor Gurgel and his entire team.
Wonderful doctor, horribly long wait.
Dr. Gurgel is efficient, kind, wise, and very attentive. He is very good at what he does. I highly recommend him.
Dr Gurgel is wonderful, caring, understanding and listens to your feelings and concerns! He talks with you and hears you. He's very professional and knowledgeable but makes you feel like he's your neighbor! Great Dr with a great personality and kindness!
He treated me with respect and true concern for my wellbeing.
Great Dr. did my last surgery
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Dr. Gurgel is the 3rd surgeon we have seen regarding my daughter and her ear issues. We felt like he was very nice and very knowledgeable. We feel like my daughter is finally going to get the care she needs and hopefully be done with all of the surgeries.
Dr Gurgel was very attentive, knowledgeable, and helpful. He spent all the time with us that we needed. So grateful for his compassion, knowledge, and expertise.
Dr. Gurgel is understanding, courteous, knowledgeable, and professional at all times
He is absolutely amazing and I'm so happy I got my surgery done with him. I wouldn't pick no other Dr.They met my expectations above and beyond and they worked with me in many ways. Just grateful and happy.
I trust Dr. Gurgel and I look forward to seeing him. I came to him for because of an acoustic neuroma. When my condition was uncertain, he clearly explained what I had and what could happen if we left it untreated. He gave me surgical and radiological options. He explained how the exact location of the neuroma affected our options. For each option, he explained benefits and risks. My condition has stabilized with radiation. I go in for followups. Dr. Gurgel is still clear and he still gives me options.
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Dr Gurgel was kind, considerate and offered solutions to my hearing issues. All of the staff was wonderful and thorough in documenting my issues and proposed solutions moving forward.
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Dr Gurgel is the best. Such a smart, thoughtful, careful Dr who only wants the best for you. He's very careful to listen to what you want. I would go to him over and over. He has performed the Endolymphatic sac shunt surgery on me as well as given me a gentamicin injection. I trust him with my Ménière's Disease and no one else.
Dr Gurgel is knowledgeable, compassionate, listens and seeks understanding, helpful, competent, supportive, and generous with the time he spends in his appointments with you.
I would highly recommend Dr. Gurgel for any hearing issues you are suffering from.
Dr. Gurgel is professional and caring; he always has a smile and handshake. He doesn't rush or make me feel uncomfortable. Over the past four years I have learned to trust his advice and appreciate his knowledge.
Compassionate care
Very good doctor, he explained everything to me and listened to what I had to say on my condition and how to take care of it
Dr Gurgel is very kind and explains conditions and treatment in an easy to understand optimistic manner.
Dr.Gurgel is as kind as he is skilled. The best you could possibly find.
If you have any questions/concerns/treatments about your hearing loss I would whole heartedly recommend seeing Dr. Gurgel.
Listened to my questions and provided care that was professional and compassionate.
Dr. Gurgel was very thorough and kind. He didn't make me feel he was rushed. I feel like he really heard what I had to say about my problems. I would recommend him to anyone!
He is outstanding. Great at explaining diagnosis and treatment plans. He also takes time to listen to any questions and concerns and I had alot.
Dr. Gurgling is a very patient and caring doctor. He listens to what you have to say and doesn't interrupt before you are done talking and then quietly explains the answer. Sweet man.
Very courteous and positive in his approach. He did a wonderful job explaining the results of my tests.
I was referred to Dr. Gurgel by my ENT in Idaho Falls bcuz he wants me to get a cochlear implant, so I went to see him and it was not a waste of time bcuz he patched the holes in my eardrums, did another hearing test and now I am going to be doing another hearing test for the cochlear implant and see him again in September
I wouldn't hesitate to refer others to Dr. Gurgel. He seemed caring and looking at how to get to the cause of the problem and possibly reverse it if possible. I really liked the fact that he is willing to look at less invasive options and move on to more drastic measures if necessary.
Dr. Gurgel is an amazing provider and I appreciate the care he has for his patients. I know that I am in good hands. Whenever I am nervous or upset about my condition, he is very patient and supportive and makes me feel so much better. He explains everything and uses plain words but never talks down. Just common respect and courtesy.
He was very attentive and explained what he thought should happen next and he answered my questions.
Dr Gurgel he is very knowledgeable and attentive, and takes time to answer all of your questions.
Dr. Gurgle's bed side manners are impeccable. He takes his time explaining the situation, answered my questions calmly without sugar coding my case, was very confident in his assessment of my situation. I am very grateful to be his patient.
Very knowledgeable and patient with me
I fell like I finally have found someone who can help me make some progress . This has been going on for 15 years, I'm tired of just treating the symptoms. Dr Gurgal explained the plan to me and I'm comfortable with it
I appreciated my virtual meeting but wish we hadn't had to wait a whole hour to speak to him.
Dr. Gurgel is a true professional in every way.
Very courteous and professional, visit was very informative and everything was explained about surgery and after surgery care
My experience with Dr. Gurgel goes back at least four years and he has always treated me effectively and as an adult.
I typically don't trust doctors because of what happened to my wife a few years back they very slow figuring out what was wrong with her and she died. But Dr Gurgel has restored my faith in doctors because of the way his staff treated me and his exceptional care from him during and after my operation. He in my opinion is a is the best at what he does. i would not hesitate to recommend someone to his care.
Dr. Gurgel was very kind as he listened to my questions. He was gentle as he cleaned out debris from my ear and put some medicine on to facilitate the healing process. He felt pleased with the outcome of the surgery, that I have improved hearing and that the ear is healing well. This improves my confidence in his abilities. I am grateful for his caring and thoughtful manner.
Very professional , courteous , and attentive to my needs and concerns.
Thank you Dr Gurgel!
Amazing doctor! He listened, explained, and was very knowledgeable. I felt that he was genuinely concerned, and cared about me.
He was very good at explaining what was going on Seemed to be caring and answered all questions clearly
Dr Gurgel took time to explain options, kind and knowledgeable. Thank you for fantastic care.
I'm so grateful for the expertise and focused care that Dr. Gurgel has given me over the last couple of years. I lived with this debilitating condition for fifteen years and he was able to diagnose and propose a treatment within a short period of time and now my quality of life is greatly improved. I'm grateful also that he always makes time to check in with my progress and reevaluate the outcome in case things have changed or in case I need anything else. To me, he has been a miracle worker. I hope he can continue for a long time to help more people like me.
Dr. Gurgel is kind, caring, and a compassionate Dr/Surgeon. He explains everything to where one can understand. I am blessed to have him as my ENT provider!
Dr Gurgel is outstanding as a provider. He listens, cares, and never makes you feel that he is rushed. He always gives you his full attention as a patient. He and his staff are exceptional.
Dr. Gurgel is the best. He explains things well, answered my questions, listened and was very kind. It was really nice of him to clean my ears!
Dr Richard Gurgel has cared for my well-being with his skills & courtesy, his quick understanding of what are my medical needs. I'm thankful that he was the physician recommended to me when I moved here. He's the best.
Dr. Gurgel is unsurpassed in knowledge, caring and understanding of the impact of hearing loss on his patients. The best I have found in my 43 years of dealing with this affliction.
Very nice and very good! A doctor that really cares about patients!
The best ear ENT and would recommend him to anyone
A wonderful doctor. Extremely skilled and very concerned about me as a patient. I felt I could not have been in better hands.
I left with the feeling that I am in capable hands with him.
He is so nice and took time to explain the process to us! We were very impressed.
Dr. Gurgel and Dr. Cannon were both extremely good doctors and were very good at caring for me. Nurses were also very good and Mya was terrific.
Dr. Gurgel was very friendly, compassionate and informative. He made me feel completely comfortable and gave me great hope in treating my very difficult condition. I would and have recommended him to friends and family members.
Dr. Gurgel was thorough and provided great insight into son's condition and the best treatment intervention.
Dr. Gurgel is always professional and very knowledgeable, but combines those qualities with being personable and caring - something in which many surgeons are lacking.
I felt encouraged during initial visit that the eventual surgery will be a success and happy with my choice of docor
Very knowledgeable and kind. Thank you!
He saved my hearing and the movement in my face. I am truly grateful for him and his abilities. He was very good to talk to and listen.
He is the best!
He is a wonderful doctor with much knowledge and experience.
Dr. Gurgel is a very thorough doctor who took the time to listen to my concerns and contemplate the best course of action to move forward during our pre-operation visit. He was very thorough during surgery and anticipated possible re-growth following surgery and took steps to mitigate this possibility.
Dr Gurgel answered my questions professionally. It was easy fir me to understand.
Dr. Gurgel is an amazing neurologist. He is calm, listens to all of your concerns and is just overall great. I've never had this much success with a Dr before. I tell everyone I can about my journey with Dr gurgel. I'm on the road to recovery because of him and his staff.
Very friendly and interested in me and my ear problems. Include me and my wife in explaining things and what needed to be done. He listened to me and my wife.
Dr. Gurgel is very attentive to patient needs and concerns.
Waited two hours to see Dr. all assistants and technicians were great. Dr. spent 5 minutes with this patient thank goodness for his very capable assistant.
Dr Gurgel is the best! He is kind, caring, compassionate. His expertise and knowledge are beyond exceptional! He explains things in easy to understand language and answers questions thoroughly. He cares about his patients!
Dr Gurgel was great at listening to and validating my concerns and questions.
I really like Dr. Gurgel. H seemed truly concerned about my condition. I was not happy that his staff did not have scans form Lakaeview so that he could give me more information aboout my condition and options for treatment.
Dr.Gurgel is an excellent doctor who listens to you and after more testing explained what is going on with my ear. He ordered CT scan of my left ear and I have a follow up on [DATE REMOVED].
Be on time. Answer all questions. Take time to help me understand my condition. Don't make me feel like you don't want to be there, as if you have better things to do. Do not treat me like I'm someone to be satisfied. As if you are better than I. Giving me little explanations. You sent a letter stating you always run late but expect me to be on time. I waited over an hour for you to make me feel inadequate, to literally want to say ¿ok I guess we're done talking¿ as you walked out of the room. Your email states specifically you will always take time to answer all questions and make your patients feel heard and understood. You don't. You absolutely don't. I hope God will help you to be a better person & doctor so that your patients don't ever feel like I do when I see you. I wish you had taken me as an opportunity from God to be a better Doctor. Please know that you Doctor Gurgel can grow from all experiences put in front of you. We all can regardless of our titles. I urge you to grow f
Excellent physician; experienced and highly competent.
Dr. Gurgel put me at ease and helped me understand my medical condition. He demonstrates compassion and a sincere interest in helping find resolutions. I'm grateful he is my doctor! Thank you so much!
Great bed side manner. Patient and listens well.Kind and welcoming. Takes time to answer my questions and does not be little me. Great doctor.
Excelente doctor
I liked how he explained everything thing for me to understand what to do
Helped me make the decision to have the Cochlear done.
Top flight as a person and better than that as a doctor
I sure am grateful for Dr Gurgel. He is very patient with me in dealing and treating my ear condition that doesn't seem to let up or get better. He knows I have a definite problem and doesn't think I am one of those "crazy patients and annoying patients." So thankful for his knowledge and expertise in this role as an ENT.
Dr Gurgel is AMAZING. He is hard to get into, but worth the wait. He is detailed and found out what my hearing loss was from when others couldn't find out.
I liked the doctor very well I am praying he can fix my ear
Caring, knowledgeable, & helpful.
Very professional and kind
He listened and I can't wait to know what's next
Great DR.
A very caring compassionate Dr. Was very kind explaining my up coming procdeure
He was thoughtful as he discussed medical care options with us.
Dr Gurgel is extremely knowledgeable and professional. I felt that my situation was addressed quickly and all my questions were answered
Dr. Gurgle cuts t9 the chase. He finds out what is wrong and personalizes his care to meet my needs. He listens, is thorough and personable.
I was very pleased with Dr Richard K. Gurgel and his staff. I would highly recommend them to anyone who needs their services.
Professionalism, clear and concise explanations, attentive, patient, kind, and caring are words that come to mind when working with Dr. Gurgel.
Very patient, caring and respectful
We are very lucky to have such a kind person and well-trained Dr. on staff at University of Utah. The entire ENT Dept. is excellent! Dr. Gurgel listens and understood exactly what I was saying about my symptoms. He is a one of a kind and has advanced training!
Dr. Gurgel- You have to be prepared to wait a longer than usual time to talk with him but he is worth it.
Dr Gurgel is amazing. After a long battle with dizziness he found a hole in the inner ear and did surgery to repair it. He is very detailed with his care. He is knowledgeable, yet spends the time to really listen to what your issues are. He is kind and even though he is super busy (because he is the best) he never makes you feel rushed when he is caring for you. He is worth the wait.
Dr. Gurgel is not only friendly, kind, and compassionate. He is very knowledgeable, listens to your concerns and answers any questions in a down to earth manner. I am so blessed that he is my Doctor!
Dr. Gurgel provides absolutely amazing care! He has great bedside manner and really takes the time to answer any questions you have without rushing through the appointment. His office staff has also been extremely helpful and is quick to respond to any messages through the patient portal. They all went above and beyond when working with my insurance to make sure I got the care I needed.
Dr. Richard Gurgel is amazing. I am so grateful to him for his amazing talents as a surgeon and as a person who genuinely cares and listens intently to each question and answers them to my satisfaction. [NAME REMOVED]
Great Doctor,explained everything I needed to know. Very knowledgeable. Felt like he was there to help me. Very personal.
Incredible doctor with a soothing presence. He takes the time to make sure you understand everything that he is seeing or treating, and he seems to remember everything you talked about last visit, even the polite little anecdotes. Best doctor I've ever interacted with.
Dr Gurgel was excellant
I appreciated that he took the time to explain everything and all my options. He didn't seem rushed and I felt like he really cared that I understood everything.
I felt completely safe in Dr. Gurgel's care and his expertise. My surgery and recovery have been remarkable and I feel it was largely due to his knowledge and abilities.
I would HIGHLY recommend Dr. Richard Gurgel for his field of surgery and Council.
Very skilled, kind and explains everything while showing you what is taking place. Very grateful!
Dr. Gurgel was very caring and informative. I trusted him immediately. I felt grateful to have someone of his knowledge and experience help me.
Thank You so much Dr. Gurgel for the very pleasant and positive experience! I so appreciated your kindness, professionalism and excellence. I'm so happy I was able to get an appointment with you! Your expertise and opinion put me at ease.
Dr. Gurgel has truly saved my life and my hearing. I won't hesitate to refer anyone to him!!
Dr Richard Gurgel gave me my life back. Not just mine, but when he fixed my SSCD with surgery, he gave my wife her life back that had been put on hold taking care of me!!! I don't know how to adequately say thank you to such a fine man.
Dr. Gurgel was very helpful and took the time to discuss my condition and treatment options, giving me the time necessary to discuss rather than quickly running off to another patient.
Te trata con mucho respeto, explica cada detalle y es puntual, así como paciente para traductor
Dr Gurgel was amazing and so professional, yet very personable, he made me feel very comfortable in a very tough situation for me,
Very good. Listened to me, cut ear hair deep in and by the ear drum, I know he is busy, But you could not tell. He spent the time that was needed.
From my experience, Dr. Gurgel is very caring and interested in my health. He doesn't rush even though he's in great demand. He focuses on my needs and issues. I think he's probably the only doctor in the state that could have performed the surgery I needed and he's very good at following up.
He is a terrific Doctor...not only an expert in practicing medicine in Otolaryngology...he listens carefully, and he shows compassion and understanding. He speaks in a manner that is clear and understandable!
Dr Gurgel was very personable and took his time to thoroughly explain my condition, surgery and set expectations as to outcome. He addressed all of my questions without my even having to ask them. He obviously has deep expertise in the complex surgery I require. I trust that I will be in very good hands.
He was thorough, thoughtful, understanding, caring, and patient. His deep expertise was evident. Everything you could wish for in a doctor.
I appreciate Dr. Gurgel's thoughtful care, he is genuinely interested in your well-being.
Great doctor very professional and answered all questions and concerns
Dr. Gurgel is the best surgeon I have ever had. I have had ear problems since I was a baby and have lost count of how many ear docs I have seen throughout my 47 years. Dr. Gurgel has been the only one to have made permanent improvements to my hearing and overall ear health. After not seeing him for a few years following my last successful surgery, I made an appointment to talk about some concerns and get a needed check-up. He sat down in front of me, looked me in the eye, and gave me the impression that we was genuinely glad to see me like old friends catching up. I will continue to recommend Dr. Gurgel to anyone in need of ENT care.
Best of the Best
Dr Gurgel listens attentively. He explains thoroughly. He speaks distinctly. He doesn't act like he has to hurry to someone else.
He gave me my life back
I am grateful that Dr. Gurgel was able to see me, and I hope to continue our medical relationship.
Dr. Gurgle was very kind and concerned about my situation. He explained things very well, and we left without questions. We were very impressed.
Dr. Gurgle is the consummate professional. Great listner, friendly, puts you at ease the minute he enters the examining room. I never felt that I was a number and that he needed to rush out. I am glad to be his patient.
Very professional and willing to spend time needed for questions.
Very caring and knowledgeable!
Introduced his staff. Extremely personable. Wasnt in a hurry. Asked questions about us. Showed us the MRI scan of my tumor. Told us all options and explained them well. Gave us his suggestion. We felt more better about everything when we left and knew we were in good hands when we left.
Dr. Gurgel was familiar with the results of my tests and condition when we connected for my virtual appointment on MyChart. He shared and explained my MRI, discussed my options, and answered my questions. He took time with me and I so appreciated that.
Cant say enough good.
I think he was up front with me and I understood my situation better than I have before.
He is a wonderful human being and doctor. However, the wait to see him because he was running behind was ridiculous.
Very good would recommend to others
Dr Gurgel was so kind to fit me in to his day and so kind and understanding
Dr. Richard Gurgel is very considering and kind. He listens with intent to my concerns and answers all questions in a very polite way. 5 stars
Fantastic doctor. Caring, compassionate and patient! I felt very confident & safe with the treatment he is recommending!
He truly cares for his patients and their well being and health! I feel like hes part of my family now and not just my doctor!!
I'm so happy to finally be in Dr. Gurgel's very capable care. My diagnosis and treatment has been straightforward and thoroughly discussed and explained. I feel very lucky that he works in this field, that I live close enough to be able to pursue care, and that he is willing and interested in treating my condition.
He should be nominated for sainthood. He is the kindest, and has the best bedside manner of any doctor Ive ever had.
Very caring so very nice
He did quite good. I hope that he is a "miracle worker " & can help my left ear!!
Dr Gurgel is a patient and kind physician. He has a calm demeanor that puts you at ease. He immediately builds trust and confidence.
He was knowledgeable and caring.
I appreciate the time he spent on explaining things to me
I understand a doctors time is important. MINE IS, TOO!
Absolutely fantastic
I pray for his continued success
Caring provider
Great Provider. He does not blow off my symptoms and seems to understand.
Excellent experience, great doctor,awesome Bedside manner.
Please be more punctual/considerate of your patients time.
Dr. Gurgel is a great doctor! Very patient and willing to take extra time and go the extra mile to take care of our daughter and ensure he addresses all our questions.
Very professional and courteous. He did a great job on my operation and the results could not be better.
He is a wonderful doctor with great bedside manner. He takes the time necessary and answers all my questions.
I think he is a great physician. I was pleased with his care.
Busy but effective.
I felt Dr. Grugel did a great job and explaining, and helping me feel comfortable with the decision I made
He was a very gentle man! Very thorough and knowledgeable! I felt very secure about our visit!
Very good
His very good at what he does! I wont hesitate to seek his help from him and I would highly recommend him to anyone!
Dr Gurgel was very professional!
Wonderful experience. So grateful for his talents.
Dr. Gurgel was one of the nicest doctors we have met! And weve seen a LOT of them with my four year old! He introduced himself as Richard and spoke directly to my son making what could have been a scary situation much less stressful! When we left my son asked when we were going back there because that doctor was so nice to me
Richard K Gurgel is the best ent specialists I been to. He found my problems took care of them right away. Went back we found out another issue told me what to do and on the road of recovery.
It was excellent as usual. We value our relationship with him and his staff!!!
Dr. Gurgel is an amazing Doctor and Surgeon! He is not only very knowledgeable, he's kind, respectful & has amazing bedside manners! He is 100 % an asset to the University of Utah Medical Center!
It was very good, would recommend him to others
Dr. Gurgel was very pleasant and extremely helpful. He took his time to explain my diagnosis and what to expect afterward. He made me feel at ease throughout the appointment and gave me hope by providing different treatment options. Excellent provider!
Dr Gurgel is the best! He is so kind and patient. He listens.
Dr Gurgel is super personable, caring, listening and attentive. He has provided a diagnosis and treatment solution to a Pulsatile Tinnitus condition that is not easy to determine. I am very impressed with his professional demeanor and his confidence in helping me.
Excelente
Dr. Gurgel is a Superstar!! I no longer suffer severe vertigo!!...or any vertigo whatsoever...life changing blessing!
Doctor seems to be very caring and answered all my questions.
Very good experience
Dr. Gurgle was very good in listening, providing options, giving answers. Very patient to my concerns and needs.
Dr. Richard Gurgel was very helpful for the 10 minutes he spent with me.
Best care I've ever recieved!
Good
Great experience. The only thing is the construction but realize that's beyond your control
Dr Gurgel answered all my questions and what I might have to do in the future
Dr. Gugel's resident at the time of this visit was also great.
Dr Gurgel is amazing!! He listens and wants the best for his patients! I have an ongoing ear issue that he's still treating me for and is seeing me through until I am completely healed!
The doctors did an excellent job in explaining what would happen during surgery and their aftercare.
Good
Dr Gurgel is the a absolute best
Great
Dr Gurgel is great! Very caring, listened and patiently answered all my questions. I live 5 hours away and would gladly drive that distance to be a patient of his.
Dr Gurgel reviewed my case while he was away on a trip and worked me in to a packed schedule. During my visit and before surgery he patiently listened to me answered all of my questions and everyone detail. He is a wonderful, kind physician
Excellent Doctor!!
My Dr was thorough, kind and able to diagnose my eye problem very quickly and RX eye drops
Dr Gurgel was wonderful. He was interested in how I had been doing in the 5 years since I had been there. He listened well to me and answered my questions and reassured me and how Well I was doing .
Dr. Gurgel and his resident were very thorough and took their time with me and my husband. Dr. Gurgel clearly explained the options for treatment and answered all our questions. He and his resident were kind and seemed to truly care about my situation.
U of U doctors and staff are best in Utah for me.
Dr. Gugel is the best
Dr Gurgel explained how everything was progressing after surgery.....going good
Dr. Gurgle is one of the finest doctors I have ever worked with. He is extremely knowledgeable, professional and very kind. He truly cares about his patients.
The visit was very satisfactory and I am very satisfied. After so many years of severe headaches and dizziness it is wonderful to have an answer to my problem rather than "live with it!"
Very impressed with Dr. Gurgel. He didn't try to rush me to a decision so he could leave. Did not push his recommendation, just outlined the options.
Good
I was fearful of this surgery and he calmed all my fears!
I felt good about the discussion, however just handing a pamphlet for the explanation Is limited. My perception Is doctors don't like the google patient diagnosis, however If they don't want to explain the pamphlet they are supporting the self diagnosis method. Again I'm grateful for the explanation, and in this time I didn't feel this to be as much of the case- however upon looking at the pamphlet it did generate questions after the fact.
Kind and pleasant to talk to
Dr Gurgel couldn't have been better. He discussed my options, risks, the type of procedure to be used. I felt Dr Gurgel kept me informed throughout.
Dr Grugel explained everything clearly, listened to me and was very reassuring.
Excellent
Dr. Gurgel is a genuine, kind man. Very sincere and attentive. Takes his time during appointments to answer my questions and concerns. His conversations are transparent about the treatment he provides/recommends. Treats me as if I am his only patient.
Good
All good.
Dr. Gurgel went over everything, cause, options, treatments, risks. Answered any questions I had. Made me feel alot better after talking with him.
The handouts given insufficiency explained SRS radiation. As I knew virtually nothing on the subject, excellent, carefully selected medical articles would have been of great benefit. Because I was so ill informed, I didn't know what questions to ask. Doctors grow wary of patients running to the internet, but we're left little choice when we're not receiving the information we need from our providers.Forturnatly, Dr. Gurgel did everything he could to rectify this in my case.
Already referred another patient
Very good
He answered all of my questions
Good
Didn't discuss any further treatment
Dr Grugel was phenomenal. He is a fantastic provider and truly listens to all concerns.
Dr. Gurgel said he would get back to me the next day concerning an alternative to my planned surgery. That was two days ago. This is indicative of how communication has occurred during the past 3+ months with the U and my impending brain surgery. It has added to an already difficult situation. This has been an unimaginably difficult experience.
Dr Gurgel is awesome
Dr Gurgel is one of the best doctors I've ever had.
I was thoroughly Impressed by Dr. Gurgel's willingness to take the time needed to address my concerns. The procedure I'm having done Is serious and lengthy. It Involves brain surgery and the doctor took the time to discuss all of the pros and cons of the procedure. He treated me with dignity and compassion. Even If my questions were routine for him he treated them as Important to me and complimented me on asking the questions. I'm sure he took longer than the allotted time to reassure me of the outcome. He struck me as a very humble yet confident doctor who respected me as an individual patient and not just a medical issue that he would be working on.
I would have liked a little more concern and investigation into my weight loss before it got to this point and even now. I almost died and now have a feeding tube, but none of my providers expressed any concern when I brought it up.
They did not give me information on the results of the procedure - they just performed the stress test.
All good
Good
Dr. Gurgel was very thorough and informative. He included me on decisions and options. He is so personable and caring. WOW!
It was great no questions that weren't answered clearly.
No question I will refer this doctor and the overall location to others with my condition.
I developed Idiopathic sensory neural hearing loss. This resulted in near complete unilateral deafness. Dr Gurgel Provided clear explanations of the disease, the possible prognosis and treatment options. He was able to begin treatment that day and I think he may have saved my hearing. He is the best.
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Dr. Gurgel was very informative as to the steps of the implant, as what to expect and not expect in the beginning. Spoke to risks and infection. I feel very confident about Dr. Gurgel and his expertise.
Was disappointed that didn't review my first MRI done about 5 years ago to compare it with the recent one so could have had a better plan of action at that in person meeting. Guess I was assuming too much that when I released any earlier tests, that would have been part of the review.
Dr Gurgel & his nurse were very accommodating to my needs & schedule. They know their stuff & were on task - but did not neglect projecting a kind & patient bedside manner.
all the staff were very friendly, professional, care about my needs excellent
Dr Gurgel really listens to his patients and will do everything he can to help fix their problem.
Dr. Gurgel thoroughly explained the CT scan and talked through options and next steps. never felt rushed or he was in a hurry. great doctor.
Dr. Gurgel is exemplary!
No problems except for the one-hour hold waiting for him.
Dr. Gurgel really listened and helped
Dr Gurgell kindly and patiently listened to my concerns even though most of them were anxious worries. I felt so cared for and respected.
Dr Gurgel truly cares about his patients!
I love that they show the caring and concern about what's going on with me.
We are so grateful we were referred to Dr Gurgel for my son's surgery.
could have provided better information about what to expect- both physically and modifications to make life easier
first the CT scan needs to be read before plans can be made.
Dr Gurgel was very informative on options very grateful for his expertise
good
the doctor was great
Dr. Grugel is amazing
this was a follow up after surgery in January.
Explanations were concise but thorough. My concerns were addressed and procedures were calmly explained which alleviated any anxiety.
Dr explained issue and all options.
Excellent Doctor that takes the necessary time with you
I love Dr Gurgel I've been seen him for the past 4 years.
Dr. Gurgel is very professional, caring, and informative. I trust him and know I am receiving the best care possible. He listens and provides valuable advice and help.
I have an acoustic neuroma that is slightly smaller since radiation treatment earlier this year. That was a welcome news. Now I'm supposed to come back in a year. I'm confused. Annual visits were the wait-and-see plan. We were going to check the tumor's rate of growth before I got treatment. I don't understand why we're still on a wait-and-see schedule. I don't come prepared to challenge the doctor, so I got home and started to wonder. Are we on the same schedule because my doctor doesn't trust radiation treatment? The doctor told me the hearing in the affected ear is pretty bad. He didn't make recommendations. The doctor asked if my balance has been affected. I answered that it's worse when I turn my head while I'm walking. We didn't talk about what I can do about that. It's like the hearing loss. I feel l like I'm being studied at a research hospital, but not treated.
Very pleased and comfortable. I was not rushed, very patient.
excellent
It was all good. Generally the surgery I had is given only if you have vertigo . I was very happy i was able to have this surgery and I do feel like things are going to be much better.
There was a long time between appointments, during which the problem largely cured itself.
Dr. Gurgel is honestly amazing as a provider. He called me on a Sunday regarding my CT scan results and we were able to make up a game plan and even though I am hesitant about this upcoming surgery he has been wonderful in making me calm and is doing everything he can to make me feel better after a LONG road of trying to figure out what has been causing my ear to not heal. I'd highly recommend him to anyone!
Dr. Gurgel is really good at what he does. He is doing all he can to help me not only with my ear issues but also my lymph nodes that continue to be swollen and inflamed.
Dr. Gurgel is exceptional in his ability to communicate with compassion and clarity.
Dr Gurgel is literally amazing. He takes as much time with you as needed and is very concerned about his patient's and their well being. I have had a continuous ear infx and it hasn't resolved for over two years, and have had some issues going on with my neck and he continues to work with me until he can find a solution for me. I am grateful to have such a caring wonderful doctor and am grateful for Kris and Xochi as well.
i have only good things to say about doctor gurgle
it was satisfactory they where very nice people
easy to understand
Good as to be expected.
Amazing doctors.
I wish there was more options and more to do than to go back to a previous method..a little irritated. Frustrated that I wasnt able to get more info on different options.