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Douglas E Mattox

Douglas E Mattox, MD

4.6549 ratings

OtolaryngologyNeurotologyOtology

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Highlights

Languages

  • English

About Douglas E Mattox

Emory Affiliation

Emory Clinic - School of Medicine Faculty
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
Emory Healthcare Network
Emory Physician Group Practice

Academic Title

Professor and Chair

Year Started Practicing

1977

About the Provider

Dr. Mattox also specializes in:

  • Cholesteatoma
  • Perforation
  • Otosclerosis
  • Sensorineural
  • Conductive
  • Hearing loss  
  • Tumors of the ear
  • Cancer of the ear

Professional Memberships

  • CME Editor, JAMA Otolaryngology
  • American Academy of Otolaryngology
  • American Head and Neck Society
  • American Otologic Society
  • Association for Research in Otolaryngology
  • North American Skull Base Society
  • Society of University Otolaryngologists
  • Triological Society

Interpretive Services

To provide the highest quality of care, interpreter services may be utilized to ensure proper communication of medical information for deaf, hard-of-hearing, and non-English speaking patients or family members.

Locations

  1. Emory University Hospital Midtown Campus
    • 550 Peachtree Street Northeast, Medical Office Tower, Fl 9, Atlanta, GA 30308
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Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: University Hospital, Zurich-SWI, Otolaryngology, 1985
  • Residency: Stanford University Hospital, Otolaryngology, 1977
  • Internship: Stanford University Hospital, Otolaryngology, 1974
  • Medical Education: Yale University School of Medicine, MD, 1973

Board Certifications

  • Neurotology: American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 2004
  • Otolaryngology: American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 1977

Ratings & Reviews

4.6 out of 5

549 ratings

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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/27/2026

    Dr Mattox was awesome. So human, and he fixed my issue on the spot.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/12/2026

    PA was very skilled. Explained procedures and was careful of my comfort. Physician was equally as good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/6/2026

    All of my questions were answered professionally used language that I understood

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/4/2026

    Great experience great providers

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/4/2026

    Dr. Mattox is the bomb dot com!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/3/2026

    I could immediately tell Dr. Mattox is a master at what he does. I didn't even have to find a way to articulate my experiences, or even finish my sentences, he just knew. I will be happy to come back to him to resolve my many ear problems as they come up.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/27/2026

    Could not have been better

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/21/2026

    All my questions were answered and I was given the information I needed to deal with my problem.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/20/2026

    I was incredibly impressed by Dr. Maddox and am so grateful for his advice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/17/2026

    A sstisfied patient of Dr. Mattox since 2007.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/12/2026

    It was a good experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/11/2026

    The doctor was also able to squeeze me in a hearing test in I was very satisfied

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/2/2026

    Had a great experience! Hopeful for the future!!

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/2/2026

    My fair comment is because the provider wasn't sure of or what's causing my ear issue. I understood!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    They were unbelievable. Thanks

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/5/2026

    Dr. Mattox delivers superb, personalized care and leads an outstanding team.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Very good and proficient

    1 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/14/2025

    Again - the nurse and nurse practitioner were great. The doctor gave me nothing. No proposed treatment, no answers, basically I paid for somebody to say I don't know' and go nowhere. I got a symptom that night when I got home.

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2025

    The doctor didn't seem very concerned with my issue. He basically said he wasn't sure the cause, but that he didn't think it would get worse - although the notes have a mistake in them and actually say it could. He suggested that the fix would be worse than the issue and did not elaborate.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    Dr Mattox was very kind to add me on his busy clinic schedule same day. He was informative and took time to answer my questions in detail. Emory is fortunate to have a provider with such expertise.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/22/2025

    Good experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/13/2025

    Dr. Maddox was very kind, professional and attentive.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    I was treated very well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/7/2025

    Care provider not only showed concern for my problem, but he also relieved me of the discomfort. He was very patient and kind and suggested options for a better night's sleep.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    From a 38 year career as a Emory RN, Dr. M is the best there is!

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/26/2025

    I had been instructed by the MD to return to clinic when my acute problem flared up. It flared up, I made an appointment and was told that I had to see the PA. The PA documented the acute problem and prescribed medication, with a follow up appointment with MD scheduled for 3 weeks to discuss cause of acute problem. Returned to MD in three weeks, and he repeated that he would like to see it acutely himself, and to return when it acutely flared again. Massive waste of an appointment. I had requested that the MD stop in for a second when I saw the PA and was told that it didn't matter and seeing the PA would be fine. Turns out this was not the case and was highly frustrating to schedule and pay for two visits that did not contribute to my care

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/20/2025

    Dr Mattox and team are always attentive and present an interest in my health

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/19/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/19/2025

    Superior, beyond excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/18/2025

    I repeat I was treated excellently my complaint is the waiting time to be seen by the Doctor at the appointment

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/11/2025

    The resident and Dr Maddox explained what my condition was and what my follow up would be. I was relieved after my consultation.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/11/2025

    Excellent jobs done in a friendly and professional way!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/17/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/10/2025

    Dr. Mattox and staff are excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/9/2025

    It was good I didn't have any problems

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/28/2025

    Overall, good experience

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/10/2025

    I feel like this visit was a waste of my time I was referred to him thinking that something could be done further Left with a piece of paper listing things I could do myself which I already had

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/21/2025

    The best PA and Doctor ever.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/14/2025

    She had his ears cleaned with no pushback.

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    Dismissed was the feeling when it was over. The appointment was very quick (less time than I spent waiting) part of that time was to see if he could schedule a hearing test. Three ear infections in 9 months twice going with sinus infection should have required a little more than looking and blowing in my ears. He handed me at a business card at the end saying he'd be happy to see me when I was symptomatic. Complete waste of my time. He wasn't rude, just very matter of fact. Like it was a to do to checked off

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/12/2025

    I left with no resolve to my problems so no, would not recommend this this provider.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/1/2025

    I was primarily seen by a Resident doctor who was wonderful. He explained my hearing test results to me, so that I understood them. I was not impressed with the doctor, who spent very little time with me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/1/2025

    Dr Mattox and his team listened to me paid attention to my concerns and made recommendations and treatment plan that I understood and are planning to move forward with in July. He totally understood me and my current concerns with Mieners attacks and helped the best he could in my circumstances.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/1/2025

    Dr. Mattox is the best doc in the world. He listened to my concerns and Immediately provided solutions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/26/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/24/2025

    Dr Mattox is excellent!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/24/2025

    Dr. Mattox is an outstanding Doctor. He is thorough, professional and courteous. He seems to truly care about your issues and help you understand them.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/26/2025

    Dr. Mattox is knowledgeable and I am sure good at what he does. Unfortunately, was not very helpful with practical or helpful advice. Maybe the problem I have does not have new and innovative treatments or maybe he was dismissive of my need to know more about what else can be done. Either way, he was not very engaged and I felt that I had to keep asking to find out the information I made the appointment for; which is, What Else can be done???

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/19/2025

    Great help

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/13/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/12/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/10/2025

    Any day anytime I will tell the world how Dr.Mattox and the amazing staff of Emory University Hospital Midtown improved my life. I am forever grateful

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/3/2025

    Not comfortable with a numeric score. New patient; untreatable standard tinnitus; last patient at the end of a long day. Hoped for more.

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/13/2025

    I felt Dr. Mattox didn't look into problem enough nor did he order any tests. I've had previous vertigo surgery I wanted it checked. He said no imaging. He said I'm referring you to neurology. I wanted those canal bones re scanned I'm having alot of vertigo again.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/5/2025

    I will send any member of my family or friends

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/4/2025

    Excellent

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/28/2025

    I read some of Dr. Mattoxs reviews. He's not arrogant or rough; however, He's knowledgeable and direct which I can respect. I would recommend him to family members. His PA that came to teach and assist me with the exercise for my Vertigo was Awesome! Thank you.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/23/2025

    I had been ill for over three weeks and the provider listen to me check my ears and throat and quickly informed me of my diagnosis. New antibiotic order my symptoms slowly subsided.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/22/2025

    Good

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/22/2025

    After my surgery and as a second follow up that I requested I was told the Dr wouldn't go back in to look for a different possible answer as to why I still cannot hear. I was told to get a hearing aid. I live 3 hours south so the visit wasn't easy and seemed to be a waste.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/27/2025

    Really impressed with nurse, Alicia PA and Dr. Mattox. Very personable and kind.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/18/2025

    Excellent

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/4/2025

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/24/2024

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/12/2024

    The very best I am so thankful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/5/2024

    Very nice. Took lots of time.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/16/2024

    Good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/9/2024

    Initially seen a medical student and regrettably I do not remember her name but she had great bedside manner, listened carefully, performed a thorough exam pertinent to my HPI which was to the T repeated by Dr Mattox. He did not have to add or subtract as he reviewed her hx or pe. Dr Mattox, as per usual, was wonderful

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/8/2024

    I am very appreciative of Dr. Mattox's expertise, review and recommendations for further clarification of the symptoms that were discussed and observed. I also appreciate his greeting with eye contact and introduction and feeling recognized as a person from the beginning of our time together.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/2/2024

    I'm so glad my ENT in Newnan referred me to Dr Mattox for further examination.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/23/2024

    Dr Mattox may be one of favorite doctors ever had. Personable and humble. Was unsure what causing my issue but just so honest and kind and will follow up and do more tests if necessary

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/3/2024

    Dr. Mattox and the PA ( I don't remember her name) were very good at listening and communicating with me. Unfortunately, they did not have a solution for my hearing loss and that is frustrating, but they ahve been very thorough in trying to diagnose and solve the issues.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/11/2024

    Dr Mattox is a great doctor. He explains everything

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/6/2024

    Very professional

    3 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/10/2024

    I know that I have a difficult condition to treat (Meniere's), but even so, the doctor was very blase about it and I had to ask a lot of questions to get his opinions.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/30/2024

    I was seen first by a terrific resident (Dr. Boulder?) who was very friendly and patient with me. Then Dr. Mattox and Dr. Boulder and another resident (?) came in. Dr. Mattox was charmingly self-effacing and very thorough and confirmed what Dr. Boulder told me.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/28/2024

    Dr. Mattox and his NP were great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2024

    Dr. Mattox is a very thorough and friendly medical expert

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2024

    I understand this is teaching hospital but the amount of residents with provider was a lot. There was one resident (2nd year) who did my workup and two more residents that came in with the provider during his exam.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/25/2024

    Provider was thorough with examination, explained answers to questions and reason for follow up visitq.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/15/2024

    Dr. Mattox had no clue as to the cause of my worsening problem. He will be metting with the Balance Center people next week and they will discuss the problem. He promised a phone call at the conclusion of the meeting. He thought that "habituation and walking with a cane were good ideas,

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/27/2024

    Doctor was very nice and answered all my questions.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/24/2024

    This was the first time I was very pleased with the Dr. This time he did listen to my concerns and he did not walk away or leave the room as I was talking to him so this was a great improvement from all the previous visits.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/22/2024

    Dr. Maddox is exceptional. I would highly recommend him.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/20/2024

    Care providers are exceptionally @ Emory.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/12/2024

    I had to ask if there were any reasonable treatment for the continuing loss of hearing in my ear... The explanation was that surgery *might* be possible but he did not recommend it. I then had to ask if a hearing aid would help. It seems to me that the options should have been presented without my inquiry.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/27/2024

    Dr Mattox is trustworthy, empathetic and professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/25/2024

    Treated well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/18/2024

    Excellent PA