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John L. Dornhoffer, M.D. Otology and Neurotology Physician

Primary Appointment Location

Audiology Clinic
(Part of Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Clinic in Little Rock)
501 Jack Stephens Drive
Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-5878
New and Returning Patients
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Overview

Areas of Expertise
Ear, Nose & Throat Care
Hearing and Balance
Accepting New Patients
Yes
Patient Types
Adults
Children and Adolescents
Language
English
4.7 out of 5
349 Patient Satisfaction Ratings
63 comments
John L. Dornhoffer, M.D.

Contents

  • Make an Appointment
  • About
  • Academic Background
  • Research
  • Conditions
  • Treatments & Procedures
  • Areas of Expertise
  • Locations
  • Ratings & Reviews

Make an Appointment With Dr. Dornhoffer

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart.

About Dr. Dornhoffer

Clinical Biography

John Dornhoffer, M.D., FACS, is professor and chair of the Department of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery at UAMS.  He holds the Samuel D. McGill Jr. Endowed Chair in Otolaryngology Research and is director of the Division of Otology and Neurotology at UAMS and Arkansas Children’s Hospital. He also serves as executive director of the Prosper Meniere Society. Dr. Dornhoffer’s primary focus is treating disorders of the middle and inner ear, and he has developed numerous innovations to address hearing loss, whether that loss is due to a perforation of the ear drum (his innovative cartilage tympanoplasty technique), destruction of the hammer-anvil-stirrup hearing bone mechanism (the Dornhoffer Total Ossicular Replacement Prosthesis, Partial Ossicular Replacement Prosthesis, and Footplate Shoe), or the result of chronic disease of the middle ear (his modified mastoidectomy technique). Dr. Dornhoffer has performed hundreds of corrective procedures for patients with audiological deficits, including cochlear implantation and BAHA (bone-anchored hearing aid) placement, collaborating with the audiology departments at UAMS and at Arkansas Children’s Hospital.

John Dornhoffer, M.D.

Dr. Dornhoffer's Academic Background

Administrative Roles

Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Department Chair

Faculty Appointments

Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Professor

Education and Training

Medical School
University of Kansas
Residency
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Fellowship
University of Würzburg
Fellowship
University Hospital of Zurich

Professional Certifications

  • American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery — Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
  • Arkansas State Medical Board

Associations

  • American College of Surgeons
  • Pulaski County Medical Society

Dr. Dornhoffer's Research

Research Interests

Tinnitus; Hearing restoration surgery and ossicular reconstruction

UAMS Research Profile

Each UAMS faculty member has a research profile page that includes biographical and contact information, a list of their most recent grant activity and a list of their PubMed publications.

View Dr. Dornhoffer's research profile

Conditions Diagnosed or Treated by Dr. Dornhoffer

UAMS Health providers care for a broad range of conditions, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Cholesteatoma
  • Dizziness
  • Ear Disorders
  • Hearing Disorders
  • Hearing Loss
  • Pediatric Ear, Nose and Throat Disorders

Medical Treatments and Procedures Performed or Prescribed by Dr. Dornhoffer

UAMS Health providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Cochlear Implantation
  • Hearing Device Implantation
  • Mastoid and Middle Ear Surgery
  • Surgery for Hearing Restoration

Dr. Dornhoffer's Areas of Expertise

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Ear, Nose & Throat Care

ENT doctors can treat issues that range from the everyday to the complex. We provide both surgical and nonsurgical treatments for a wide range of conditions.

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Hearing and Balance

At UAMS Health, we have state-of-the-art equipment and technology to provide the best treatment for your hearing issues.

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Locations Where Dr. Dornhoffer Practices

Exterior of Stephens Spine Institute building

Audiology Clinic (Part of Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Clinic in Little Rock) , Primary Location

501 Jack Stephens Drive
Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-5878
New and Returning Patients
View Location Get Directions
An aerial shot of Arkansas Children's Hospital, the sunset softening the sky in oranges and pinks.

Arkansas Children’s Hospital

1 Children's Way
Little Rock, AR 72202

Appointment Phone Numbers
501-263-2644
Primary Care
501-222-4596
Specialty Care
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Exterior of Stephens Spine Institute building

Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) Clinic in Little Rock

501 Jack Stephens Drive
Jackson T. Stephens Spine and Neuroscience Institute
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-8000
New and Returning Patients
View Location Get Directions

Patient Ratings & Reviews

Average Ratings

Recommend Provider
4.8 out of 5
Listened Carefully
4.7 out of 5
Knew Important Medical History
4.5 out of 5
Gave Enough Information about Health and Treatment
4.7 out of 5
Trust Provider
4.8 out of 5

Overall: 4.7 out of 5

(349 Ratings, 63 Comments)

Individual Reviews

5 out of 5

Comment

Dr. Dornhoffer is the best there is. I always advise my friends to go to him if they need hearing help. Dr. Robertson is absolutely excellent. I count on both of them for unparalleled care.

Date

Sep 26, 2022
4 out of 5

Comment

You done real good to me.

Date

Aug 29, 2022
5 out of 5

Comment

Very friendly, respectful clinic. We are blessed to have someone of Dr. Dornhoffer's caliber at UAMS! Brenda Speed APRN is a very professional, intelligent provider as well.

Date

Aug 22, 2022
5 out of 5

Comment

During our visit to Dr. Dornhoffer we were seen for the most amount of time by Dr. Dornhoffer himself which we appreciate very much. His nurse played a small role during our visit as she reviewed "vitals" and"meds". Other than that, there were no nurses involved in our visit -- I might add Dr. Dornhoffer had an intern come in during office visit. I have complete confidence and trust in Dr. Dornhoffer and am so thankful to have him for my doctor.

Date

Aug 15, 2022
5 out of 5

Comment

Dr Dornhoffer is the best health provider i have had the pleasure of dealing with, excellent care. Thx

Date

Aug 8, 2022
5 out of 5

Comment

We have seen Dr. Dornhoffer since he did my sons ear surgery about 8 years ago. My son will see no one else when it has to do with his ear that Dr. Dornhoffer did his surgery on. After this visit, he will be seeing one of Dr Dornhoffer partners for another issue but I have total confidence in the next physician because the doctor recommended him and I trust his decision.

Date

Aug 8, 2022
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Make an Appointment With Dr. Dornhoffer

New patients can make an appointment by contacting the clinic directly.

Existing patients also have the option of requesting an appointment online through UAMS Health MyChart.

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