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Joel B. Fontanarosa, M.D., Ph.D.

Joel B. Fontanarosa, M.D., Ph.D.

Otolaryngology (ENT)

4.9 out of 5 stars
427 Ratings
45 Comments
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Contact

Appointment (585) 275-5823

Locations

Ear, Nose, & Throat - Rochester

Wilmot Cancer Institute
601 Elmwood Avenue, Suite G
Rochester, NY 14642

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About Me

Joel Fontanarosa earned his B.A. at The University of Chicago prior to completing combined M.D. and Ph.D. training at the University of Illinois College of Medicine, where he earned a doctoral degree in Bioinformatics. He completed residency training in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at Nor...
Joel Fontanarosa earned his B.A. at The University of Chicago prior to completing combined M.D. and Ph.D. training at the University of Illinois College of Medicine, where he earned a doctoral degree in Bioinformatics. He completed residency training in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at Northwestern University. Dr. Fontanarosa developed an interest in head and neck cancer and reconstructive surgery during residency and went on to pursue subspecialty training in this area at Massachusetts Eye and Ear / Harvard Medical School in Boston. His primary research effort is in the development and application of computational methods to achieve a better understanding of head and neck cancer at the genomic level. The ultimate goal of this research is to develop personalized prevention, diagnosis, and treatment strategies based on the molecular characteristics of an individual’s tumor.

Certified Specialties

Otolaryngology, Head And Neck Surgery - American Board of Otolaryngology

Faculty Appointments

Assistant Professor - Department of Otolaryngology (SMD)

Credentials

Residency & Fellowship

Fellowship, Head & Neck Surgical Oncology, Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary/Harvard Medical School. 2018 - 2019

Residency, Otolaryngology, Northwestern University. 2014 - 2018

Internship, Otolaryngology, Northwestern University. 2013 - 2014

Education

PhD | University of Illinois College of Medicine (USA). Clinical Informatics. 2013

MD | University of Illinois College of Medicine (USA). 2013

Ratings & Comments

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Ratings

Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

4.9 stars

Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

4.9 stars

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.9 stars

Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care

4.9 stars

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.9 stars

Patient Comments

5.0 stars

One of the best Dr's

Jan 26, 2025

5.0 stars

Dr Fontanarosa was exceptional. He was upfront and honest about what to expect as weel as possible risks.

Jan 06, 2025

5.0 stars

Excellent!!!

Dec 20, 2024

5.0 stars

Very good experience

Dec 05, 2024

5.0 stars

I am very thankful for what they are doing.

Dec 03, 2024

5.0 stars

Best doctor I have had.

Nov 24, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr. Fontanarosa provided an excellent health care experience. From diagnosis to post-op, he has exceeded my expectations. I would recommend Dr. Fontanarosa to anyone.

Oct 04, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr. Fontanarosa was great. Attentive. Easy going. Calm, patient, and offered explanations clearly and treated me with respect and dignity

Aug 27, 2024

5.0 stars

I have the utmost confidence in Dr Fontanarosa. He is remarkably knowledgeable and so easy to talk with. I have told many people how good I feel being in his care.

Jun 24, 2024

5.0 stars

Dr Fontanarosa always takes excellent care of me.

Jun 14, 2024