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Dr. Brien Tonkinson, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*MaleAge 59

Ear, Nose, and Throat*

Dr. Brien Tonkinson, MD is an otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat) specialist in Fresno, CA and has over 28 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Clovis Community Medical Center and Community Regional Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

Dr. Brien Tonkinson, MD

Practice

1351 E Spruce Ave Fresno, CA 93720

Accepting new patients

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Dr. Tonkinson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tonkinson

3.7

21 ratings, 12 with a written review
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What went well
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  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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Richard Flores – Jul 06, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
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Randy Hoover – Dec 09, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
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Oct 14, 2020
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  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
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Feb 25, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
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Robert in Visalia, CA – Jun 16, 2018
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  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Upset patient in Fresno, CA – Nov 16, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Di Johnson – Sep 22, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 people found this helpful
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Thomas Suderman in Visalia, CA – May 08, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Michael in Clovis, CA – Nov 20, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Sharon in Fresno, CA – Nov 18, 2016
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What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Jean Keno in Clovis, CA – Apr 15, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
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Brittanie in Fresno, CA – Jan 21, 2016
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About Me

Biography

Dr. Brien Tonkinson, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Fresno, CA and has over 28 years of experience in the medical field. He...Read more

Specialties*

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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Board Certifications

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Self designated 

William Beaumont Army Medical Center

Residency Hospital, 2003

Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences

Medical School, 1995

Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine

Medical School, 1995

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    Dr. Tonkinson's office is located at 1351 E Spruce Ave, Fresno, CA 93720. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

    Locations

    Practice

    Central Calif. Ent. Medical Group1351 E Spruce Ave Fresno, CA 93720
    1

    Affiliated Hospitals

    Clovis Community Medical Center

    2755 Herndon Ave
    Clovis, CA 93611
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

    John C. Fremont Healthcare District

    5189 Hospital Rd
    Mariposa, CA 95338

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    9% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

    Saint Agnes Medical Center

    1303 E Herndon Ave
    Fresno, CA 93720
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    68%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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