Otolaryngology (ENT) in Albert Lea
ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) • Albert Lea, MN
Clinic Type
ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat)
Address
404 W. Fountain St., Albert Lea, MN 56007
Phone
877-858-0398
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Opening Hours
Mon-Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
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Insurance & Payment
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FAQs
What is Otorhinolaryngology?
Involves the diagnosis and treatment of disease, disorders and surgery of the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck.
What is balloon sinuplasty?
A minimally invasive outpatient procedure designed to open sinuses with less trauma; recovery may be faster and it is performed through the nostrils.
What services does Otolaryngology (ENT) provide?
Otorhinolaryngology involves the diagnosis and treatment of disease, disorders and surgery of the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- WebMD Care: Multiple providers listed with high individual ratings (e.g., 5.0/5.0 on some platforms) (393 total reviews for identified providers in the area)
- HealthyHearing.com (for Hearing Associates - Albert Lea): 4.84/5.0 (50 verified reviews)
Patients praise
- Compassionate and responsive care at alternative regional clinics (e.g., Mason City Clinic)
- Effective and appreciative experiences with audiology and hearing services in Albert Lea
- High regard for specific surgeons and specialists when access is secured
Common complaints
- Reports of long wait times for specialist appointments
- Difficulty accessing timely ENT care locally leading some patients to seek care in other cities like Mason City
- Mixed experiences with clinic staff and communication, including complaints about "rushed" feelings and intrusive administrative questions during visits
"I called the Mayo Clinic and told the person who answered the phone about my horrible pain and that I needed to get in to see an ENT as soon as possible. She said, ‘We can get you in in July’. I said, ‘Do you honestly call that healthcare?’"
— Patient experience blog, Mason City Clinic"I am giving it 3 stars because my first experience was good, but my second was very bad. My first experience, I had a concerned doctor who was a big help. My second time they forced mental health questions on me when I was there for a sinus infection..."
— MedicalRecords.com review of Mayo Clinic Health System - Albert LeaSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Otorhinolaryngology/Ear, Nose & Throat - Mayo Clinic Health System — Sep 19, 2025
- Minneapolis VA Medical Center | Veterans Affairs - VA.gov — Feb 27, 2026
- Mayo Clinic Health System: Home — Sep 23, 2025
- SearchResults - DHS.MHCP — Dec 9, 2025
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More ent (ear, nose, and throat) clinics in Albert Lea
Summary: Mason City Clinic is a medical practice with services in ENT-related care and allergy, along with bariatric surgery, heart failure, and orthopedics. It operates four offices in the United States, headquartered in Mason City, Iowa (250 S Crescent Dr, Mason City, IA 50401). The clinic serves northern Iowa and southern Minnesota, including Albert Lea, MN, though explicit ENT/allergy specialties at Albert Lea are not detailed in the provided content. The practice has about 39 employees and roughly $1.1M annual revenue, founded in 1989.
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