John Walter Wayman, M.D.
Otolaryngology (ENT) , Pediatrics , Pediatric Otolaryngology
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John Walter Wayman, M.D.
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Clinton Woods
2365 South Clinton Avenue, Suite 200
Rochester, NY 14618
About Me
• Acoustic Neuroma (Vestibular Schwannoma)
• Cochlear Implants
• Congenital Aural Atresia
• Facial Nerve Disorders
• Hearing and Hearing Loss
• Laser Surgery
• Neurotologic Skull Base Surgery
• Pediatric Otology
• Vertigo/ Meniere...
• Acoustic Neuroma (Vestibular Schwannoma)
• Cochlear Implants
• Congenital Aural Atresia
• Facial Nerve Disorders
• Hearing and Hearing Loss
• Laser Surgery
• Neurotologic Skull Base Surgery
• Pediatric Otology
• Vertigo/ Meniere's
Dr. Wayman specializes in otology/neurotology with a special interest in hearing and hearing loss, as well as dizziness and balance disorders. A native of Ithaca, New York, Dr. Wayman is a graduate of Hamilton College and received his medical degree from SUNY at Stony Brook. He completed his residency training in otolaryngology at the University of Rochester Medical Center. He completed his fellowship training in otology/neurotology at the Michigan Ear Institute before returning to Rochester in 1992 to establish his practice.
Certified Specialties
Otolaryngology, Head And Neck Surgery - American Board of Otolaryngology
Faculty Appointments
Associate Professor of Clinical Otolaryngology (Part-Time) - Department of Otolaryngology (SMD)
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Fellowship, Otolaryngology, Providence Hospital and Medical Center. 1992 - 1993
Residency, Otolaryngology, University of Rochester School of Medicine. 1987 - 1991
Residency, Surgery (General Surgery), University of Rochester Medical Center. 1986 - 1987
Internship, Surgery (General Surgery), University of Rochester Medical Center. 1985 - 1986
Education
MD | State University of NY at Stony Brook School of Medicine. 1985
Awards
President, Rochester Otolaryngology Society 1997
Faculty Recognition Award
Department of Otolaryngology, University of Rochester
1995
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
Charter Member, Mu of New York Chapter
1985
Gross Anatomy Commendation
SUNY Stony Brook, Department of Anatomy
1982
AB Cum Laud with Department Honors
Hamilton College
1980
Publications
Journal Articles
Gianoli GJ, Larouere MJ, Kartush JM, Wayman J
Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery : official journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.. 1998 January 118 (1):22-9. Epub 1900 01 01.
Neural Processing of Musical Stimuli by Musicians, Non-Musicians and Musicians Processing Absolute Pitch
Crummer, GC; Walton, JP; Wayman, JW; Hantz, EC; Frisina, RD.
J. Acoustical Society of America. 1994; 95: 2720-2727.
Panosian MS, Wayman JW, Dutcher PO
Archives of otolaryngology--head & neck surgery.. 1993 May 119 (5):548-50. Epub 1900 01 01.
Effects of Musical Training and Absolute Pitch Ability on Event Related Activity in Response to Sine Tones
Wayman, JW; Frisina, RD; Crummer, GC, et al.
J. Acoustical Society of America. 1992; 91: 3527-3531.
Effects of Musical Training and Absolute Pitch on the Neural Processing of Melodic Intervals: A P3 Event Related Potential Study
Hantz, EC; Crummer, GC; Wayman, JW; Walton, JP; Frisina, RD.
Music Perception. 1992; 10: 25-42.
Wayman JW, Dutcher PO, Manzione JV, Nelson CN, Kido DK
The Laryngoscope.. 1989 November 99 (11):1167-70. Epub 1900 01 01.
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Patient Comments
Dr Wayman is one of the best physicians that I have ever met.
Sep 29, 2024
Very professional and very helpful
Sep 14, 2024
The doctor I had was very kind helpful and listen to my concerns.
Sep 13, 2024
I am going to miss Dr. Wayman when he retires
Aug 24, 2024
Dr. Wayman is awesome
Aug 20, 2024
Dr. Wayman is a very kind and compassionate person. He listens to what you tell him.
Aug 06, 2024
Dr. Wayman is an excellent doctor and a fantastic person who treats our daughter [...] and our family with kindness and respect. Thank you Dr. Wayman for all your hard work and dedication! Sincerely [...]!
Aug 02, 2024
Positive-
Jul 25, 2024
Dr Wayman was thorough and knowledgable.
Jul 12, 2024
Great, kind, thoughtful provider
Jul 12, 2024
Dr. Wayman is a consummate professional. Interested, engaging, helpful, and enjoyable to chat with!
Jun 27, 2024
There was a bit of miscommunication about using the ear drops, but was quickly rectified.
Jun 16, 2024
Dr. Wayman is the best. [...] loves him and is always excited to see him.
Jun 14, 2024
Dr. Wayman was courteous, respectful and thorough in his exam. He sent a well written note reflecting these qualities to my PCP and I read it on MyChart.
Jun 14, 2024
Good experience
Jun 07, 2024
Dr. Wayman was exemplary in his bedside manner in making the appointment comfortable and fun for our 3yo. As someone who works on healthcare, I left impressed with him and with comfort and trust in the plan moving forward.
Jun 06, 2024
Dr Wayman Is always friendly, empathic and great at his profession.
May 25, 2024
Dr. Wayman is going out of his way to give me great service. Even opting to complete my surgery in [...] for my convience. He's a really great Dr.
May 24, 2024
Dr. Wayman is not only a skilled professional but also compassionate. I felt genuinely cared for during my visit. Many thanks to Dr. Wayman and his team.
May 22, 2024
Informative and helpful
May 16, 2024
He appeared very interested and concerned about me as a person. Felt he truly cared about my concerns.
May 12, 2024
Dr Wayman was the epitome of what an excellent Dr is all about. He was immediately smiling, open and friendly. He listened respectfully to what I had to say. He asked appropriate questions. He offered detailed and informative answers and made sure I understood. He offered suggestions and asked for me to have the results of upcoming tests to be sent to him so that he would be more informed. This was especially appreciated as the neurologist I am seeing right now and who ordered the tests is also working to understand the cause of my dizziness. [...]
May 10, 2024
Best ENT I have seen in 70 Years! Knowledgeable, Personable,Truly an expert in his field.
May 01, 2024
Doctor Wayman listens, asks pertinent questions, and seeks a solution to my hearing problem.
Apr 29, 2024
I'll be very sorry to see Dr. Wayman go when he retires at the end of the year.
Apr 15, 2024
I was blessed to get such a wonderful Doctor
Mar 29, 2024
Dr. Wayman is one of the very few doctors I've worked with that has excellent bedside manner. He is always friendly, transparent and is willing to hear what I have to say.
Mar 20, 2024
Dr. Wayman was beyond my expectations with all the questions you have asked above. A fantastic doctor.
Mar 10, 2024
I have seen him a few years over the last 30 plus years. He's caring, very smart and a great doctor. He makes each patient his first priority when he is with them.
Feb 28, 2024
Happily already did! And she was very happy & pleased of him [...]
Feb 26, 2024
I enjoyed meeting Dr. Wayman
Feb 10, 2024
My overall experience with the provider has been extremely positive. [...]
Jan 29, 2024
Excellent and compassionate physician and resident
Dec 23, 2023
Dr is great
Nov 30, 2023
Not a lot of great options for my conditions, but we had a good discussion of what was available, and Dr. Wayman said he would check with some of his colleagues to see if they had any other ideas.
Nov 22, 2023
Dr. Wayman is the best, known him for about 24 years. Always a pleasure to see him.
Nov 10, 2023
Dr was very personable and caring.
Oct 11, 2023
Dr Wayman was kind, caring and very observant. He went out of his way to give me information and an article to read about my issue.
Sep 28, 2023
Dr Wayman is fabulous! Kind, compassionate and caring physician.
Jul 20, 2023
Amazing bedside manner. Would highly recommend.
Jul 18, 2023
The only reason for the fair rating is that we still can't determine what is causing my issues.
Jun 26, 2023
Dr Wayman is fantastic and a role model for others.
Jun 01, 2023
Best visit w/ENT - prior visit was horrible!!
Apr 19, 2023
Exceptional medical experience!
Mar 10, 2023
Dr Wayman is excellent - he addressed my concerns about something that happened before surgery. Very understanding & more than willing to listen to what I had to say. Said he would fix the problem.
Feb 22, 2023
Could not help me. Saw that I had sinus "issues" but didn't go any further.
Feb 21, 2023
He was a good listener, heard my concerns and questions, and provided answers/responses that were easy to understand. Thank you.
Feb 14, 2023
Dr. Wayman and Dr. Castle were great! Very pleasant experience.
Feb 10, 2023
Dr. Wayman treated me with the utmost respect and compassion. He demonstrates the highest level of professionalism and Care. I highly recommend him!!
Jan 09, 2023
Dr Wayman took alot of time explaining treatments. He was very thorough
Dec 22, 2022
I had seen Dr Wayman several times 30 years ago when this condition was active. I was SHOCKED that he had no new treatment ideas 30 years later!
Dec 03, 2022
Dr. Wayman is a terrific physician. He is friendly, shows genuine concern, and has always been able to help with my issues. I would strongly recommend/refer my family, friends, and acquaintances to Dr. Wayman.
Dec 01, 2022
Dr. Wayman had an explanation for an issue I have had for years within minutes - Something no one else managed to accomplish.
Nov 17, 2022
Excellent Doctor!
Nov 17, 2022
Dr. Wayman is so wonderful and caring. He is the one dr [...] looks forward to seeing even knowing the commute for us is 4 hours rounds trip.
Nov 01, 2022
DOCTOR Wayman is great
Oct 28, 2022
Provider took the time after my visit to send a detailed note to my primary care provider saying how the visit went, what he noted, and what he recommended, with an invitation to contact him if she had any questions. So he went above and beyond the call of duty.
Sep 28, 2022
Dr. Wayman was very thorough and addressed all my concerns re: Cochlear implants.
Sep 16, 2022
Dr. Wayman has been exceptional through the entire process of treating me. He explained things so I could understand them, talked to me and made me comfortable.
Aug 17, 2022
There are not very many otolaryngolosists in the area . Dr. Wayman has a good reputation, so he is the person to go to.
Jul 30, 2022
Great experience.
Jul 20, 2022
Dr Wayman has a great bedside manner. His explanations were clear and to the point.
Jun 24, 2022
Attentive and genuine concern [...].
Jun 20, 2022
We are new to area. Dr. Wayman was recommended by ENT in Philadelphia. I could not be more pleased. He was amazing.
Jun 20, 2022
Dr. Wayman & resident Dr. Lujite were informative, professional & friendly
Jun 16, 2022
Dr. Wayman is intelligent, compassionate and responsive. I trust him with my medical care.
Jun 15, 2022
He has been the only clinician in my entire ENT patient history to tell me my issues are "panic attacks". I have an incredibly lengthy history with the clinic and have had multiple providers throughout my time. I have found issues in my ears before they have, but I have never had anybody blame it on my mental illness. If was so incredibly disappointing and degrading.
Jun 03, 2022
The resident that saw me first was very kind and knowledgeable. Dr. John Wayman was stellar.
Apr 08, 2022
The Provider listened to me respectfully, gave thoughtful responses, and conducted a thorough exam. He provided clear answers to my questions, and a clear plan for follow-up.
Mar 30, 2022
Dr Wayman is a very kind, pleasant, and knowledgeable Doctor. He knew more about a concern that I had about a past Surgery than any other Provider and gave me tremendous relief. I am so happy that I had the pleasure of seeing Dr Wayman. He is great!
Feb 18, 2022
Dr Wayman is an excellent doctor.
Feb 13, 2022
I like the provider.
Feb 09, 2022
Dr. Wayman is outstanding. Kind, good listener and answers all questions.
Feb 05, 2022