Toribio Flores, MD
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Appointed
2012
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Head & Neck Surgery
Cleveland,
OH USA
1982
Residency - Saint Luke's Medical Center
Otolaryngology
Cleveland,
OH USA
1981
Internship - Trinitas Hospital
Rotating
Elizabeth,
NJ USA
1977
Medical School - University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine & Surgery
M.D.
Manila,
Philippines
1973
Undergraduate - University of Santo Tomas
Manila,
1969
Certifications
- Otolaryngology
Specialty Interests
Pediatric and adult ear, Nose and throat disorders Head and Neck Tumor Surgery, Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) Implantation for Depression and Seizures
Research & Publications
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199 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Cleveland Clinic.
| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.5 | |
| Listens | 4.5 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.6 | |
| Knows Medical History | 4.4 | |
| Time Spent with Patient | 4.6 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.5 |
36 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Feb 15, 2019
Doctor Flores is never on time even if you have the first appointment of the morning. He does however spend as much time with you as you need.
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2019
waited 45 minutes past my scheduled appointment before being roomed and another 10-15 before Dr Flores came in. I feel he felt rushed during my visit because it towards the end of the day. Staff was already gone when he was looking for assistance.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2019
my experience with the doctor and staff was excellent. the doctor was very thorough and the staff were very friendly and accommodating.
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2019
Dr. Flores was great , he took the time to make sure everything was good
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2019
*Doctor Flores is the best ENT doctor I have ever had. He is thorough, kind and considerate. He is very special in every way. I am so much better because of him.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2018
I was told Dr.Flores can run behind with his clinic , it was fine since I was told in advance. I think it was worth my wait, he is very kind & he listened to me. I never felt rushed.
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2018
Dr. Flores is EXCELLENT - it is always a comforting good experience seeing him.
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2018
arrived for appointment 15 minutes early like instructed and then did not get back to see dr till an hour after my appointment then felt rushed by dr. dr was not pleasant.
Reviewed on Sep 19, 2018
dr was over an hour behind and there was no communication from him or staff then when I'm with dr felt rushed
Reviewed on Sep 4, 2018
Dr. Flores was behind schedule on the day of my visit. He apologized for the delay. Even though he was running late, he did not rush through my appointment and examination! I find him most helpful and very skilled...always taking care of a problem I have.
Reviewed on Aug 14, 2018
Doctor more often than not was running behind schedule... Was frustrating at times... But his quality of medical help is Excellent...
Reviewed on Aug 6, 2018
I liked Dr. Flores very very much. it was my first visit. he spent time with me and was excellent examining and explaining.
Reviewed on Aug 6, 2018
Dr. Flores is the absolute BEST - extremely knowledgeable and caring
Reviewed on Jul 25, 2018
This is what I like about Dr. Flores. Almost always on time and yet he has time to speak with us as needed.
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2018
I did not like this provider at all. I waited an overall of 2 hours between the waiting room and waiting in the exam room until provider was able to come see me and by then office hours were over. my appt. was at 3:45pm and I did not see the Doctor until 5:30pm. Then when he actually came in to see me, it seemed as if we just wanted to rush to get me out of there. He was asking me questions that had nothing to do with what I was here for and he was not able to answer my questions. I am never going back to him and I would not recommend him to anyone.
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2018
doctor was very thorough.
Reviewed on Jul 11, 2018
I was waiting for 45 minutes before I was taken to the exam room. I asked the receptionist if the Dr. was even there, she went back and checked and stated that I would be called back soon, but there was still another patient before me in another exam room. My time is just as valuable as the doctors time.
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2018
Dr. Flores barely said hello to me when he came in. He immediately went to the computer. He made no eye contact. I started to explain my ear issue and he brushed me off by telling me to sit in the chair while he looked in my ear. During my exam, I asked a couple of questions about the nature of my infection and he very abruptly told me that he did not know and needed to finish his exam. When I asked him about what he was doing, he told me that he was cleaning my ear but he gave me absolutely no warning when he pushed an alcohol soaked swab into my already sore and raw ear canal. I almost came out of the chair. He did not apologize. I asked for him to please give me some level of explanation and/or warning as he conducted his exam which he did not do.
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2018
I had to wait over 30 minutes in exam room to be seen by a doctor.
Reviewed on Jul 10, 2018
Dr. Flores was not sensitive to my needs at all. He was cold, abrupt and non-communicative.
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2018
Ten minutes with the doctor. Little time for hearing ck.This visit was more than 4 hrs. Very aggravating.
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2018
willing to wait because I know Dr Flores will spend extra time examining and talking with patients. i would prefer CCF scheduling and bureaucracy to allow for thorough appointment times. the extra time Dr Flores spends with patients is the main reason I go to him.
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2018
I had to wait over 1 hour to see the doctor. After the experience I can see why. Dr Flores is a very patient,caring ,considerate doctor who takes the needed time to listen to his patients and provide top quality care. Worth the wait!!!
Reviewed on Jun 13, 2018
I like this doctor very much. He has helped me a lot with my sleep apnea.
Reviewed on Jun 13, 2018
Although I had a long wait to see the doctor, this is an unusual occurrence, and the staff and the doctor were very apologetic.
Reviewed on Jun 8, 2018
great doctor couldn't of asked for a better doctor
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2018
Great doctor answered all my questions and concerns and cleaned out my ears etc.
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2018
Love Dr. Flores and his whole staff. He has been my ear doctor for many years and I recommend him to all my friends!
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2018
Dr. Flores and staff were excellent-I would recommend him again and again
Reviewed on May 18, 2018
From making the appointment, to seeing and talking with the receptionist, to actually seeing the doctor, AND - considering this appointment was of a medical nature, I couldn't be more pleased. Thank you.
Reviewed on May 1, 2018
Dr. Flores, his RN and receptionist were all very professional. I appreciate that Dr. Flores always reviews my previous visit information before we "begin" the visit...I always have observed him making notes. He is very easy to talk with in regard to my Issue.
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2018
This is the third time of waiting nearly half an hour in the exam room before seeing the doctor, not sure why
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2018
staff and doctor are very courteous and kind
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2018
Dr. Flores was very patient in listening to my issues and in answering all my questions. He has a pleasant demeanor and a good sense of humor.
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2018
Dr. Flories understand the problems with my very small openings into the ear canal etc. and is so very patient in explaining all the steps he has to do to accomplish the entire procedure. A fine man.
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2018
He ordered a "Barium swallow" for me and just gave me a piece of paper telling me what to do. I almost ignored the paper but I'm glad I didn't because I didn't realize I had to fast for it until I did.