Thomas O. Willcox, MD is a Otolaryngologist - General practicing in Philadelphia, PA
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Nurse was exceptional and Doctor is very efficient. Visit is fast and goes smoothly.…
| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania | Bachelors Degree | B.S. Bioengineering - Magna Cum Laude | 1981 |
| Duke University, Durham, NC | Masters Degree | Master of Science - Biomedical Engineering | 1983 |
| University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine | Doctorate | M.D. | 1987 |
| Institution | Focus | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Residency - University of Pennsylvania Medical Center Philadelphia, PA | Otorhinolaryngology: Head and Neck Surgery | 1992 |
| Internship - University of Pennsylvania Medical Center Philadelphia, PA | General Surgery | 1988 |
| Fellowship - Ear Research Foundation Sarasota, FL | Otology and Neurotology | 1993 |
| Certification | Cert. Body | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Otolaryngology Sub-Specialty: Neurotology | Otolaryngology | 2008 |
| Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology | 1993 |
| Position | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Professor | Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery - Director, Hearing Center | 2003 - Present |
| Assistant Instructor | University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA Otorhinolaryngology: Head and Neck Surgery | 1988 - 1992 |
| Role | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Member | American College of Surgeons | Present |
| Professional Member | American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery | Present |
| Professional Member | American Neurotology Society | Present |
| Professional Member | Pennsylvania Academy of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery | Present |
| Professional Member | Philadelphia Laryngological Society | Present |
| Professional Member | Philadelphia County Medical Society | Present |
| Professional Member | Pennsylvania Medical Society | Present |
| Professional Member | American Medical Association | Present |
Years In Practice: 38 (started in 1987)
Accepts New Patients: Yes
Willcox specializes in treating the following types of patients:
Medical Philosophy: Traditional Medicine
Jefferson Otolaryngology - 925 Chestnut St 6th Floor
“Fast and effective”
Nurse was exceptional and Doctor is very efficient. Visit is fast and goes smoothly.
Jefferson Otolaryngology - 925 Chestnut St 6th Floor
“Dr. Willcox was very good”
Ear ringing and hearing loss. Doctor and the assistants were great.
Jefferson Otolaryngology - 925 Chestnut St 6th Floor
“From the check in person, to the hearing test to the support staff to Dr WWikcox it was an awesommme experience!!!”
The check in experience was great! Efficient, friendly, polite. The audio testing person, Monique was so friendly and efficient and personable. Everything flowed quickly from one tech and procedure to the other. The Dr was terrific! Smart, reassuring, and nailed it. All the staff LISTENED WELL!
Jefferson Otolaryngology - 925 Chestnut St 6th Floor
“Excellent on time friendly informative”
See above
Jefferson Otolaryngology - 925 Chestnut St 6th Floor
“He is very patiently , safe and trust him”
I am very lucky patient to have him my doctor for 22 years!! I can't imagine what happened with my fears without him . He has always a great smile on his face so makes me feel safe and very comfortable! He is a great doctor professional and humane
Jefferson Otolaryngology - 925 Chestnut St 6th Floor
“Helpful and courtesy”
Good listening skills advised of options they are up to me.
Jefferson Otolaryngology - 925 Chestnut St 6th Floor
“Friendly and efficient office on time”
I was tested thoroughly before Dr Willcox came to explain results in a friendly and efficient manner.
Jefferson Otolaryngology - 925 Chestnut St 6th Floor
“Excellent experience with Dr Willcox”
Recommend this doctor to anyone who needs help.
Jefferson Otolaryngology - 925 Chestnut St 6th Floor
“Very organized and professional”
Explained everything very clearly
Jefferson Otolaryngology - 925 Chestnut St 6th Floor
“Efficient but not rushed.”
We were only together for a brief time, but in that time I got a full explanation of 'next steps' for my treatment and all of my questions answered. I didn't feel at all rushed, I felt like someone who knows what he's doing did it well.
More info: Payments for services can be made by cash, check or credit card.
Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: Unknown
Bills on a Sliding Scale?: Unknown
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Aetna PPO
Aetna/US Healthcare
Aetna/US Healthcare 65
Aetna's Prison Health Services
Americare (Devon Health) - PPO
Americas Health Plan - PPO
Amerihealth PA
Atlanticare
Beech Street
Berkshire Health Plan - PPO
Carpenters of NJ
CBH - Community Behavioral Health (Psych Services Only)
Choice Care PPO
Cigna Behavioral Health
Cigna Healthspring (formerly Bravo)
Cigna - HMO/PPO
Cigna - Lifesource
Clear Care
Coordinated Care Network (MHNet) and Preferred Provider Network (Psych Services Only)
Corp Health Lifescynch (Psych Services Only)
Coventry/Health America (Delaware and PA Members)
Coventry Cares - MA
Devon Health (Americare) - PPO
Devon Workers Comp
Employers Health Network
Ethix Mid-Atlantic (Family Health) PPO
Evercare
Evolutions Health - PPO
Fidelity PPO
First Health Network PPO
First Option - HMO and Medicare Replacement
ForMost - PPO
Galaxy
Geisinger Health
Golden Rule PPO
Great West PPO
Health America - PPO
Health Assurance - PPO
Health Management Network
Health Net Federal / Tricare (Rehab Services Only)
Health Payors Organization
HealthStar - PPO
Horizon Health Plan of NJ - HMO
Horizon Health Plan of NJ - PPO
Horizon Mercy Health Plan of NJ
Humana
Humana Medicare Products
Independence Blue Cross
Integrated Health Plan PPO
Intergroup Preferred PPO
LifeTrac (Transplants Only)
Keystone Mercy Health - HMO
Keystone 65 - HMO
Keystone Health Plan East - HMO
Keystone VIP Choice
Magellan (Psych Services Only)
Mail Handlers (First Health/Coventry)
Mamsi (Alliance)
Mastercare PPO
Maxnet - PPO
Maxnet Transplant
Medical Development International (OB/GYN Patients Only)
Medigroup (Horizon of PA) - HMO
Mental Health Consultants
Mercy Life
MHNet (Psych Services Only)
Multiplan - PPO
One Health
OneNet
Optum
Oxford (part of United Healthcare)
Personal Choice
Personal Choice 65
PHCS (Private Healthcare) - POS
PHCS (Private Healthcare) - PPO
Plan Care America/NPPN/Stratose
PPONext - PPO
Preferred Care - PPO
Preferred Health - PPO
Prime Health Services Inc.
Prudential HMO/PPO
QualCare
Student Insurance PPO
Tricare
United Behavioral Health (Mental Health Only)
United Healthcare
United Resource Network (URN) (Transplant Only)
Comment - “ Fast and effective ”
Nurse was exceptional and Doctor is very efficient. Visit is fast and goes smoothly.