Otolaryngology in Altoona, PA - Find a UPMC Provider
Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) • Altoona, PA
About
Summary: - The page describes UPMC Altoona (Altoona Regional Health System), a nonprofit, 497-bed health system serving Blair County and surrounding areas from Altoona, PA. - Key facts: formed in 2004 from Altoona and Bon Secours-Holy Family hospitals; two acute-care campuses (Altoona and Bon Secours); governed by a volunteer board; about 136 employees; part of UPMC with multiple regional offices in Altoona. - Services and scope: extensive health care network with over 20 counties served, 200+ years of experience in care, more than 300 physicians, 4,000 caregivers, and 600 volunteers. - Contact and access: main Altoona locations at 2500 Seventh Avenue and 620 Howard Avenue (HQ); general contact via info@altoonaregional.org and phone numbers 814-889-2011, 412-647-8762, 800-533-8762. - Open positions include multiple PA/CRNP roles in cardiology and trauma/general surgery, indicating active recruitment. - Tech and services: hospital–level operations with standard medical technologies and systems (e.g., doppler, Siemens equipment) under the UPMC umbrella. Note on your query: - If you’re specifically seeking an otolaryngology (ENT) provider at UPMC Altoona, this page does not list ENT specialists or a dedicated ENT department. For Otolaryngology in Altoona, PA within UPMC, you may want to search for UPMC Altoona ENT providers or visit the UPMC Altoona ENT/Head & Neck page to find a local ENT physician or to request an appointment.
Clinic Type
Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)
Address
800 South Logan Boulevard, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648
Phone
814-889-4300
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- UPMC Provider Site (Courtney Taylor Chamberlain, PA-C): 4.8/5 (44 reviews)
- UPMC Provider Site (Rachel DeStefano, PA-C): 4.9/5 (68 reviews)
- WebMD Care (Dr. Stephen Wall): 5.0/5 (24 ratings)
- UPMC Provider Site (Dr. Elliott J. Bilofsky): 4.6/5 (283 reviews (aggregated))
- UPMC Provider Site (Dr. Yi How Kao): 4.5/5 (13 reviews)
- Healthgrades (Dr. Richard Howells II): 4.0/5 (16 reviews)
Patients praise
- Providers described as professional, kind, and knowledgeable
- Clear and thorough explanations of medical conditions and treatment plans
- Effective post-procedure care and attentiveness to patient history
- Highly recommended for ear, nose, and throat concerns
Common complaints
- Difficulties with office communication and returning phone calls
- Reports of medical procedures not meeting expectations or leading to further issues
- Some patients felt dismissed regarding post-procedure pain or concerns
"The doctor and the pA were very kind. They explained procedures and options very well. I appreciate their care and will recommend them to others."
— UPMC Provider Patient Review"Rachel Destafano is the best ENT I've ever had and I have went through 4 other ENT's before finding her and I travel a good hour or more just to see her bc she out performs others in her field."
— UPMC Provider Patient Review"Their office is HORRIBLE communicating. You can NEVER get anyone on the phone and they don’t return messages."
— Healthgrades Patient Review (Dr. Richard Howells II)Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Laura Elizabeth Schaming, PA-C - Wexford, PA - Otolaryngology - Book Appointment — Oct 27, 2025
- Dr. David W Ho, MD - Altoona, PA - Cardiology, Electrophysiology - Book Appointment — Apr 29, 2026
- Annette F. Dieso, PA-C - Altoona, PA - Family Medicine - Book Appointment — Apr 14, 2026
- Kathryn Beth Graham, PA-C - Altoona, PA - Internal Medicine - Book Appointment — Jun 8, 2026
- Dr. Donald Michael Beckstead, MD - Altoona, PA - Family Medicine - Book Appointment — Mar 23, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
More ear, nose & throat (ent) clinics in Altoona
Summary: The page describes UPMC Altoona, a nonprofit health system (formerly Altoona Regional Health System) serving Blair County, PA and surrounding areas. It operates two hospital campuses (Altoona Hospital Campus and Bon Secours Campus) with a combined 497 beds, more than 200 years of healthcare experience, 300+ physicians, ~4,000 caregivers, and 600 volunteers. Headquartered in Altoona, it serves over 20 Central Pennsylvania counties. Key leadership includes President Fred Thursfield and Director of Quality Management Sandra Kozielec. The system is active, nonprofit, and part of UPMC, with 136 employees and multiple open positions (including roles in Cardiology, Trauma/General Surgery, and EN&T-related areas). Contact: info@altoonaregional.org; main phones 814-889-2011, 412-647-8762, 800-533-8762. Locations include 2500 Seventh Ave, 620 Howard Ave (HQ), Altoona, PA 16601-16602.
Mount Nittany Health is a nonprofit community health system based in State College, PA, with a 260-bed Mount Nittany Medical Center and over 220 providers. It offers primary and specialty care, wellness programs, health screenings, and educational events to improve local health. The organization operates 13 offices across central Pennsylvania, including locations in State College, Bellefonte, and surrounding areas, and is planning an Outpatient Center and Patient Tower project. For Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) services in Altoona, Mount Nittany Health participates in regional collaborations and staffing through nearby facilities; however, the provided information does not specify an ENT-specific Altoona location. If you need ENT services specifically in Altoona, consider checking nearby Mount Nittany Health or affiliated providers in Altoona or nearby networks.
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