Dr. Joel Hoffman, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat•Age 62

Ear, Nose, and Throat

Dr. Joel Hoffman, MD is an otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat) specialist in Cumming, GA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Hoffman has extensive experience in Otologic Conditions & Procedures. They graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1987. They are affiliated with medical facilities Northside Hospital Forsyth and Northside Hospital. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Joel Hoffman, MD

Northside Hospital Forsyth

1200 Northside Forsyth Dr Cumming, GA 30041
Otologic Conditions & Procedures
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Hoffman

Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Hoffman treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Hoffman treats other conditions, please contact the office at (770) 844-3200.

Otologic Conditions & Procedures

Otolgic care is s subspecialty of otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat) that focuses on symptoms and conditions of the ear, including hearing loss, tinnitus, dizziness and infections.Compare with other Otologic Conditions & Procedures specialists.

Dr. Hoffman is experienced in the area of Otologic Conditions & Procedures. See the graph below to learn more about their experience.

Based on claims data for 20 conditions and procedures

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Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Tinnitus
Otitis Media
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Dr. Hoffman's conditions and procedures:

  • Enlarged Turbinates
  • Rhinoseptoplasty
  • Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
  • Acoustic Neuroma
  • Acute Laryngitis
  • Acute Pharyngitis
  • Acute Respiratory Infection
  • Acute Sinusitis
  • Acute Tonsillitis
  • Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
  • All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
  • Allergic Rhinitis
  • Anosmia
  • Broken Nose
  • Cervical Vertigo
  • Cholesteatoma
  • Chronic Adenotonsillitis
  • Chronic Laryngitis
  • Chronic Rhinitis
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Chronic Tonsillitis
  • Common Cold
  • Conductive Hearing Loss
  • Cough
  • Deafness
  • Deviated Septum
  • Dizziness
  • Dysphagia
  • Ear Ache
  • Ear Cellulitis
  • Earwax Buildup
  • ENT Cancer
  • Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
  • Facial Fracture
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Head and Neck Cancer
  • Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
  • Headache
  • Hearing Loss
  • Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
  • Labyrinthitis
  • Laryngeal Cancer
  • Laryngitis
  • Loss of Smell and Taste
  • Loss of Taste
  • Malignant Otitis Externa
  • Meniere's Disease
  • Mixed Hearing Loss
  • Nasal Polyp
  • Nonsuppurative Otitis Media
  • Nosebleed
  • Oral Cancer
  • Otitis Media
  • Outer Ear Infection
  • Perforated Eardrum
  • Peritonsillar Abscess
  • Pharyngitis
  • Postnasal Drip
  • Salivary Gland Cancer
  • Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
  • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
  • Sinus Polyp
  • Sinusitis
  • Sjögren's Syndrome
  • Skin Cancer
  • Sleep Apnea
  • Sleep Deprivation
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Sleep Disturbance-Related Fibromyalgia
  • Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
  • Sudden Deafness and-or Hearing Loss
  • Sudden Idiopathic Hearing Loss
  • Suppurative Otitis Media
  • Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
  • Throat Pain
  • Tinnitus
  • TMJ
  • Tongue Cancer
  • Tongue-Tie
  • Tonsillitis
  • Vertigo
  • Vocal Cord Nodule
  • Vocal Cord Paralysis
  • Wheezing
  • Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
  • Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
  • Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
  • Adenoidectomy
  • Allergy Testing
  • Allergy Treatment
  • Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
  • Audiometry
  • Balloon Sinuplasty
  • Carotid Ultrasound
  • Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
  • Desensitization
  • Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
  • Ear Tube Placement
  • Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
  • Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
  • Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
  • Excision of Benign Skin Lesion
  • Excision of Skin Lesion
  • Excision of Submandibular Gland
  • Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
  • Hearing Screening
  • Home Sleep Study
  • Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
  • Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
  • Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
  • Oral Cancer Screening
  • Septal Perforation Repair
  • Sinus Surgery
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Lesion Biopsy
  • Skin Procedures
  • Sleep Apnea Surgery
  • Sleep Study
  • Sphenoidotomy (Sinus Surgery)
  • Thyroid Scan
  • Thyroid Surgery
  • Thyroidectomy
  • Tonsillectomy
  • Tracheostomy
  • Turbinate Reduction
  • Tympanometry

Dr. Hoffman's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hoffman

4.3

Based on 88 ratings

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Dr. Hoffman has performed two procedures for me. The first is called, "Vivaer," and is intended to improve nasal air flow by shrinking nasal turbinates. The second procedure, called "Clarifix," reduces nasal drip (runny nose). Both procedures, performed in his Cumming office, were quick and completely painless. Both procedures were very successful. I, now, am free from constantly going for tissue and have a huge improvement in my breathing. In my experience, Dr. Hoffman and his entire staff couldn't be more professional. Additionally, they are always very friendly, respectful and helpful.
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
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Steve Lawrence – Sep 11, 2021
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Will never return. Very disappointed to be severely over-charged for a simple quick exam. If you have a high deductible on your insurance, be very careful in coming here, and check all your potential costs in advance! A perfect example of everything that is wrong in healthcare in this country.
What went well
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What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
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Eric Martin – Jun 16, 2021
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Broken nose. ER doc said best to have ENT reset it. Saw Dr Hoffman within a couple days of accident. He never looked at MRI nor Xrays from out of his network. Saw him couple weeks later, still never looked at images. He wanted to do a procedure that had a slick pamphlet and nothing about the correction. Now my nose bones have to heal for months and looking at open surgery, instead of him resetting in the office. Staff was great. Appointment time with Dr Hoffman could almost be counted in seconds, not minutes. I chose him due to reviews. Potentially one of the worst medical experiences I've ever had.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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SB – Jun 16, 2021
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Like any specialist, when you find one you really like, you feel really fortunate. Joel Hoffman is terrific. Beyond being recognized as one of Georgia's best in his field, his temperament and patient communication is outstanding. His office is efficiently run with a friendly front office staff and excellent nursing team (especially Nicole and Megan), who always put the patients at ease with their friendliness and professionalism. Dr. Hoffman also does work at Children's Hospital of Atlanta (CHOA)--and I'm sure he is as great with the kids as he is with his adult patients. He takes great time with his patients, explains things very well and you never feel rushed. Also, Dr. Hoffman actually listens to his patients! He has a surgical unit on the first floor (directly beneath his offices) which makes a convenient and safe experience for his patients (which I had). Choose Joel Hoffman and you'll have an ENT for life.
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
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Dave Altman – Feb 12, 2020
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Very good. After having unsuccessful procedure by another doctor I was very grateful to find dr Hoffman.
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Apr 08, 2019
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I am breathing better than I have in years thanks to Dr Hoffman. I had a fall resulting in a broken nose, but an "incidental" finding showed up, and it was something this nurse had never heard of. I was seen by Dr Hoffman within a few days and of course, he knew exactly what it was. Surgery was done within 3 days! His office staff is so wonderful and works very hard to help keep things running smoothly. Some days there are a wait, but I understand that emergencies happen and everyone wants t
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What could be improved
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Mar 19, 2019
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Dr Hoffman did my sinus surgery after years of infections and complications. He and his staff are the utmost professional and knowledge. Every preparation and follow up to surgery was spot on. His knowledge and experience anticipates questions, concerns and provides resolutions for each. His staff is compassionate and available- which is so refreshing in the area of medicine. I recommend Dr Hoffman 100%.
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
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Julie Stevens in Milton , GA – Feb 07, 2019
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Dr. Hoffman is amazing. I can honestly say that my life is better since I walked into his office. He has a tremendous knowledge of what needs to be done and is an awesome surgeon. I was suffering from sinus infections on a regular basis. The results from the surgery are fantastic. I am also getting allergy treatments from his office. Most importantly I can finally breath and haven't been sick in months!
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
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Lance Douglas in Cumming, GA – Nov 27, 2018
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I am usually slow to write reviews, but felt that this more than warranted it. I saw Dr. Hoffman for severe sinusitis. After initially planning for surgery to clear sinus's and deviated septum and several discussions about procedure i opted for the Balloon sinuplasty. I am a professional musician and voice over artist so anything that affects my breathing and playing is crucial to my performance. I have to say that I am more than impressed with the time Dr. Hoffman took with me!
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
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Craig Stephens in Buford – Aug 15, 2018
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Dr. Hoffman and his entire staff were incredible! I have had sinus issues my entire adult life and at 61 years old decided I'd had enough. Dr. Hoffman performed a balloon procedure and resection - there was no pain during surgery! Healing time went quickly and I am breathing better than I have in years while taking absolutely no medication for allergies or sinus issues. This practice is well organized and smooth running, with a kind, helpful staff. You can't miss with Dr. Hoffman!
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
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Cathy Thompson in Ball Ground, GA – Jul 03, 2018
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My 16 year old son has always had trouble breathing out of his nose and large tonsils which were always prone to infection. Dr. Hoffman explained in detail what needed to be done and how much he could help improve my sons issues. He was patient and answered all of our questions and made us feel at ease. After the surgery he was still diligent with making sure everything healed properly and that we were happy with all of the results. My son can breathe now!!! It is incredible!
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
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Tiffany D. in Cumming, GA – Jun 13, 2018
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I highly recommend Dr. Hoffman. After six months of breathing problems and a whistling sound from my nose, I sought treatment from North Atlanta ENT & Allergy. This decision turned out to be life changing for me. Dr. Hoffman performed surgery to close a perforated septum and correct nasal valve collapse on both sides of my nose. As of writing this review, I am six weeks post-op and can breathe so much better! I sleep better, have more energy and feel fantastic.
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
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Jeannie in Alpharetta, GA – Jun 11, 2018
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I work in healthcare and at 46 years old this was my first surgery under general. I had a deviated septum repair with septoplasty, turbination and a nasal valve suture. The entire process from start to finish was amazing. DR. Hoffman and Deanna FNP, have excellent communication and client relation skills. All apprehension I had initially was dissipated with the knowledge my care team had. The first time in many many years I am able to breathe one hundred percent better. Recommend this practice.
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
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Sean K in Lilburn Ga – May 10, 2018
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Dr. Hoffman did sinus surgery on me in October 2017. I have not a sinus infection since. It's the longest I have ever gone without being sick. Wow. Dr. Hoffman is great and his is office staff is friendly and helpful. If you have to have sinus surgery, I recommend him.
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
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Amanda Barnett in Gainesville – May 09, 2018
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I HIGHLY recommend Dr. Hoffman for any ear, nose, throat issues. He and Deena are absolutely THE best. They take time to listen, are caring, and fix the issues. Both of my children have seen/see them for their ENT issues. If I have to see an ENT, these two are my only choices. Thank you two, and your staff, very much!
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
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Cathy in Dawsonville, GA – Mar 17, 2018
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Dr. Hoffman is a wonderful doctor who takes time with you as a patient. Both myself and my husband have been to Dr Hoffman and would highly recommend him. He helped my husband to breathe easier after he removed nasal scar tissue from a prior surgery. He is also very friendly and competent. We really like Dr Hoffman.
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
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Bruce and Donna Young in Murrayville – Mar 16, 2018
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I highly recommend Dr.Hoffman. he is an outstanding physician. Both his clinical expertise and his interpersonal skills are excellent. He is easily approached with questions and attentive to concerns. I trust his judgement and respect his advise. If you or a family member have chronic sinusitis or other ENT problem, I would encourage you to schedule with Dr.Hoffman. I am confident you will be glad you did.
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
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MD in Cumming GA – Jan 26, 2018
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I am VERY VERY happy with the care I received from Dr. Hoffman and his team. I've suffered from breathing and sleeping trouble for years. The improvement in my quality of live since being treated by Dr. Hoffman has been amazing. He was able t swiftly diagnose and treat the causes of the problem. It has been life-changing to be able to breathe well again. Dr. Hoffman is very professional, and very personable. His team is awesome too!!
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
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Jeremy L in Cumming, GA – Dec 30, 2017
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I've had sinus pressure issues for as long as I can remember. When I went to Dr. Hoffman for an ear issue, I had the opportunity to discuss the sinus issues I was having. He recommended Nasal Septum Surgery and to clean out my Nasal Turbinates. I was a little hesitant at first, but Deena, Dr. Hoffman's PA, did a fantastic job of explaining everything to me. I saw a huge difference within days of having the surgery. Great doctor, great team!!
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
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Cedric Graham in Cumming, GA – Oct 06, 2017
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After my family doctor and Neurologist could not figure out my vertigo issue, Dr Hoffman was my savior! After a CT scan he noted several areas of concern, we then talked about my options. My surgery was great, well, as much as it can be. I took pain medication for the first day and none after that, none! My recovery was smooth and easy. I will state, I followed their recommendations to the letter, and they answered every question that I had. I would highly recommend Dr Hoffman.
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
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Michael D in Cumming, GA – Aug 03, 2017
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North Atlanta Ear, Nose and Throat believes in providing the highest quality care with a personal, ethical approach. We strive for excellence in both service...Read more

Specialties

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

Board Certifications

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American Board of Otolaryngology®
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University Hospital Of Cleveland

Residency Hospital, 1993

University Hospitals of Cleveland

Internship Hospital, 1988

Indiana University School of Medicine

Medical School, 1987

Indiana University, Bloomington

Undergraduate School, 1983

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
  • Phi Beta Kappa, 1983
  • Alpha Omega Alpha, 1987
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    What are Dr. Joel Hoffman, MD's top areas of expertise?

    Dr. Joel Hoffman, MD specializes in Otologic Conditions & Procedures. See more on Healthgrades.

    What is Dr. Joel Hoffman, MD's office address?

    Dr. Hoffman's office is located at 1200 Northside Forsyth Dr, Cumming, GA 30041. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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    Dr. Joel Hoffman, MD is fluent in 2 languages: English and Spanish.

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    Northside Hospital Forsyth

    Northside Hospital Forsyth1200 Northside Forsyth Dr Cumming, GA 30041
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