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Franklin Rimell, MD

4.6 out of 5 stars

132 ratings, 34 comments
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Overview

Clinical Interests:

All aspects of pediatric ear, nose and throat.

Languages Spoken:

English

Patients Treated:

Infants
Children
Adolescents

Biography

Former Chief of Pediatric Ear, Nose and Throat at the University of Minnesota (1995-2017) and Vice Chief / Program Director of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery at Cedars Sinai Medical Center - Los Angeles (2018-2021). Over 60 publications and 11 book chapters on pediatric Ear, Nose and Throat disorders. Early work on pediatric cochlear implantation and developed methods for office placement of PE tubes in young children.

Education & Training

Medical School:

M.D. University Health Sciences, Chicago Medical School, Chicago, IL

Internship(s):

University of Minnesota, General Surgery

Residenc(ies):

Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN

Fellowship(s):

Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery. M.Sc., University of Minneapolis, MN;
Pediatric Otolaryngology, Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA

Board Certification(s):

American Board of Otolaryngology (Diplomat)

Patient Reviews

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  • 4.7out of 5 stars

    Explained Things Clearly

  • 4.7out of 5 stars

    Involved in Care Decisions

  • 4.6out of 5 stars

    Spent Enough Time

  • 4.6out of 5 stars

    Listened Carefully

  • 4.7out of 5 stars

    Showed Courtesy & Respect

  • 4.7out of 5 stars

    Likelihood to Recommend

4.6 out of 5 (132 ratings, 34 comments)

  • Oct 19, 2024

    Excellent

  • Oct 3, 2024

    Everything

  • Sep 9, 2024

    Dr. Franklin made sure to answer all questions and that we understood.

  • Sep 9, 2024

    The Doctor was amazing made sure. We understood everything good job.

  • Sep 7, 2024

    I highly recommend Dr Rimell’s office They are punctual courteous and explain everything thoroughly. The doctor is very caring with child and staff as well

  • Sep 7, 2024

    I wouldn't trade Dr Ramo for anything he's been amazing with my son over several years now

  • Aug 31, 2024

    Very great doctor

  • Aug 26, 2024

    Even though I myself was nervous, the staff nurses and doctors were very kind in my son's treatment, having him feel happy and safe which put me at ease thank you!

  • Aug 21, 2024

    Very amazing office staff!! We love Maisey and dr rimell

  • Aug 17, 2024

    We’ve loved Dr. Rimell & his staff. Working with them is a breath of fresh air in today’s disjointed healthcare system. Appreciate his diligence and bedside manner. Our daughter loves Dr. Rimell and looks forward to seeing him.

  • Aug 14, 2024

    Dr Rimell is excellent at explaining care in an understandable way. Excellent bedside manner. Easy to talk to. Thorough and knowledgeable of my child’s history.

  • Aug 13, 2024

    Dr. Rimell FIXED my son’s [ ] that has been operated on before by another surgeon with no success. Thank you for helping Jackson to be able to enjoy the rest of his [ ] in Florida, like he’s supposed to be able to!!!

  • Aug 1, 2024

    Excelente!!

  • Jul 29, 2024

    The assistant who walked us back and got us set up was fantastic.

  • Jul 24, 2024

    He made our surgery our visit and our recovery smooth productive and without a fear as a mother I appreciate him talking to me after the surgery with no rush and complete information amazing person best surgeon in my opinion!!

  • Jul 20, 2024

    Dr Rommel was awesome! He kept us informed throughout everything. He also has a great When interacting with my grandson to keep him from getting scared.

  • Jul 2, 2024

    The staff and medical assistant was friendly and professional.

  • May 12, 2024

    Dr Rimell was informative and very courteous and respectful. The staff was also great

  • May 11, 2024

    Dr. Rimell is the best I always recommend him to all my friends and family for a pediatrics ENT. I trust him very much with my son’s health

  • May 4, 2024

    Dr.Rimell is always excellent in the cam care he gives my daughter. He talks to her and acres her questions. I also thought his assistant Kierstan was very helpful in getting us into an appointment quickly

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