
James E. Blaugrund, MD
Otolaryngology
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult
- Older Adult
Languages
- English
In-Network Plans
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MaleAbout James E. Blaugrund
James Blaugrund, MD, specializes in otolaryngology and is certified in plastic surgery within the head and neck by the American Board of Otolaryngology. He practices at Metropolitan Ear Nose and Throat Associates - UPMC and is affiliated with UPMC Passavant, UPMC East, UPMC Mercy, and UPMC St. Margaret. He completed his fellowship and residency at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and his medical degree at Yale University School Of Medicine.
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Provider Type
Physician
Locations
- Metropolitan ENT Associates - Wexford
- 6001 Stonewood Drive, Suite 300, Wexford, PA 15090
- phone: 724-772-2711
- Metropolitan Ear, Nose, and Throat Associates
- 100 Delafield Road, 100 Medical Arts Bldg, Suite 210, Pittsburgh, PA 15215
- phone: 724-772-2711
- Metropolitan ENT Associates - Passavant
- 9104 Babcock Boulevard, Suite 3112, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
- phone: 412-366-3889
Expertise
Education
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
FellowshipJohns Hopkins University School of Medicine
ResidencyYale University School Of Medicine
Medical EducationBoard Certifications
Otolaryngology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck SurgeryInsurance
- UPMC for Life
- UPMC for You
- UPMC Health Plan
- Aetna
- Amerihealth Caritas
- Cigna
- Gateway
- Health America
- Health America / Advantra
- Highmark
- Humana
- Independent Health
- Medical Mutual of OH
- Medicare
- Non-PA Medical Assistance
- Ohio Bureau of Workers Comp
- PA Health And Wellness
- PA Medical Assitance
- Palmetto
- The Health Plan
- Tricare
- Unison
- United Healthcare
- Veterans Choice
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
624 ratings, 116 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
Doctor Blaugren has been my ENT doctor for many years and I simply think he's the best there is!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2025
Good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/7/2025
Would recommend highly
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/7/2025
All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2025
I love this practice and Dr. B. Everyone I've encountered has been peasant and helpful, always friendly and kind. Dr. B is attentive and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2025
Everyone in the office was friendly happy inviting with great bedside manner and I was very pleased with my visit! I was very pleased with Dr. Blaugrund!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2025
Dr Blaugnard is an excellent doctor. Always so caring!! Best Dr I have had and my family is so happy with him too. Professional and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2025
Very satisfied
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2025
Fully satisfied with care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2025
Outstanding team and service.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2025
Everything they did and said was perfect
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2025
Excellent care / treatment received from Dr Blaugrund
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2025
Dr Blaugrand was knowledgeable and personable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2025
Dr. Blaugren addressed all my questions. He spent time discussing my condition and options I might have. I was very satisfied with the attention and time Dr. Blaugren spent with me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2025
Terrific bedside manner, so-to-speak
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2025
The attending physician was wonderful. He was concerned and patient, and carefully explained each procedural step.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/7/2025
I had never had anyone use a suction machine on my ears and I'm a Nervous Nelly. Perhaps if he had explained how safe it was. However, in his defense, I didn't tell him until afterward and he did explain then.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2025
Dr Blaugrund was excellent and prescribed medications to help with my sinus infection. He listened and answered my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/30/2024
Dr. Blaugrund is a very good Doctor. I wish all Doctors were more like him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/26/2024
Great dr always very attentive and understanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2024
All professional and courteous
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2024
I just love Dr. Blaugrund. He is very nice and explains things well. He is also an excellent surgeon. I was a complicated double surgery and Dr. Blaugrund did his surgery one day and the neurological surgery was done by another doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2024
Thank You!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2024
Met ENT and Dr. Blaugrund are the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2024
It was a very good experience. Everyone Made the experience comfortable and great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2024
Dr. Blaugrund is awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2024
Dr Blaugnard is the best. A very caring Doctor takes the time to listen. He truly cares and is very knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2024
Very down to earth and friendly. I'm thankful to have him as my surgeon. I have full confidence in his abilities.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2024
Loved this practice and doctor. Very thorough. I am still having clogged ears. There was nothing he could do. I am just waiting to get back to normal with my ears.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2024
Dr. Blaugrund and his office staff are great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2024
Excellent care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2024
Always good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2024
Always have a positive experience with this group.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2024
We trust Dr. Blaugrund and his staff
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2024
Doctor took time with me. He listened to me and was thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2024
Dr. Blaugrund took time and gave explanations as well as continued instructions for my surgical procedure he completed prior to my visit. He answered my questions. He is thoughtful, considerate and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2024
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
Dr Blaugrund and assistants were very helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/7/2024
The doctor went above and beyond by also looking at my ears when the appointment was regarding my nose.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2024
Very good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2024
I love this practice. All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2024
Dr. Blaugruand is very good.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2024
Since I only saw the doctor for less than 3 minutes, can't really rate him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2024
Dr Blaugrund was very informative about my situation/concerns and would very highly recommend him
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2024
I had specifically called the office in advance to advise of an ear ache issue. I again repeated this in detail to the medical assistant. She asked appropriate detailed questions. Dr. Blaugrund clearly had not read any of this information. He was ready to leave the room when I reminded him of the issue. He asked no questions, took a cursory look at both ears and said both were normal. That did not even begin to address the issue. I was quite surprised as my prior visit with him had been totally different.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2024
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2024
I have total confidence in Dr Blaugrund.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2024
Excellent experience very knowledgeable doctor and friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2024
Dr. Blaugrund has taken care of my ears for many years.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2024
Dr B was thorough and took the time to explain the plan for my long term care he didn't mind that I had a million questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2024
Dr Blaugnard and his pa amazing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2024
This doctor is definitely one of the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2024
Dr. B. Explained concerns I had with related sinus infections
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2024
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2024
Dr. James examined my ears, my nose, my throat my hearing aids, I thought everything went rather well
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2024
Dr. Blaugrund was timely, professional, knowledgeable, and personable. He listened to my description of symptoms before doing the exam. When the exam was complete, he explained what he found, and recommended a course of action. He also explained his reasoning for that course of action. He was excellent!
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2024
The examination started before I explained my situation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2024
Dr B was excellent. Just wish he had more time to go overbmor things
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2024
Dr. Blaumgrund has my trust level off the charts! I wish more medical professionals had his confidence and knowledge in providing exceptional care. My hearing has much improved and this Doctor did not give up on my treatment when it appeared to be futile.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2024
Always a good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2024
Dr Blaugrund was very gentle while scoping my nose. He never seemed to be in a hurry.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/1/2024
Dr explained my clogged ear and recommended yearly cleaning and hearing check
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/21/2024
Dr. Blaugrund was very professional, courteous, thorough and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/15/2024
I've already recommended Dr.Blaugren
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/7/2024
Dr. Blaugrund is awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/5/2024
I always have a great experience with this doctor. He is professional, very knowledgeable of anything I ask. He's kind, caring, very polite. He has no problem taking the xtra time with me if needed. He is compassionate and so much more. He is top shelf in my book.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2024
Very pleased with the care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/21/2024
This Doctor and team were very pleasant to come to for care. Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/19/2024
My ear drum experience was not fun but as they say in every cloud there is a silver lining. Dr. Blaugrund is a very kind, caring and compassionate doctor. I was scared and he put me at ease. As I was going out of town in a few days he arranged to get me in his schedule to check the ear again before I left. I would highly recommend him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/8/2024
Dr Blaugnard is very attentive toward my needs. Getting an appt is with ease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/8/2024
I believe Dr. Blaugrund is an excellent ENT physician. He performed surgery on my thyroid years ago, and his demeanor is the same...professional, easy to talk with and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/31/2024
The doctor listened to all my concerns, I did not feel rushed at all.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2024
I would definitely recommend Dr. Blaugrund to my friends!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2024
All good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2024
Excellent Dr.
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/17/2024
I would like to have had a little more time with the doctor to ask a few questions about my hearing. He came in with four others he was training and I did not have time to speak with him one on one
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/16/2024
Has been very easy during a stressful time and have gotten all questions answered
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/12/2024
This is a great office. The staff was friendly. The Dr was kind and gentle and joked a little to put my nerves at ease. The office is a bit of a drive from my house but I don't want to go anywhere else. I would definitely recommend this practice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/3/2024
I don't know if the young woman was a PA or an NP, but she was very professional and personable.The doctor was excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2023
Excellent experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/21/2023
Very helpful and reassuring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/14/2023
Dr Blaugrund was engaging and informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/30/2023
Great doctor, easy to talk to and shows interest in his patient. You're not just a number.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2023
Service was outstanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2023
Reeeeally liked the Dr.Professional, timely, explained things well!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2023
Dr. Blaugrund is a very good doctor. Very personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/3/2023
Just as he was recommended to me I would do the same.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/19/2023
Excellent practice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2023
Check up only Dr very attentive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2023
Provider listened to problems and concerns and addressed all of them. Doctor explained procedure performed during visit step by step. I have been to various providers at other facilities with no improvement or hope of improvingI already have improved hearing. Sincerely wish I would have come to this provider years ago and am grateful for him. He has changed my lifeit's easy to take your hearing for granted, but when you get it backthankful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2023
Good experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2023
My condition was a evaluated and promptly taken care of
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/28/2023
Amazing Doctor excellent with people and handling the situation at hand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/21/2023
I was impressed with the intake & follow through.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/20/2023
I feel it was a positive experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2023
Outstanding service. Very grateful for having Dr. Blaugrund do my surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2023
Dr & Staff were wonderful
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2023
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2023
I would highly recommend this medical practice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2023
Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2023
Met ENT is a great practice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2023
The Nurse, PA and Doctor were all Amazing , very thorough and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2023
PA and MD were both professional and kind
- 2 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/20/2023
Showed up a half hour late for my appointment then does not spend more than about 7 minutes with me. Gave short answers to my questions and does not elaborate on treatments and prognosis. Recommended a medication that is not covered by my insurance, but no one from the office contacted me about it or provided any alternatives.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2023
Not sure I would recommend due to the lack of communication regarding the extreme wait time
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2023
Highly recommend this practice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2023
I had a great experience. Everyone was top-notch.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/19/2023
Dr Blaugrund has always answered all my questions and provided the best of advice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/15/2023
Most of these questions do not apply. I amHappy with my care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2023
Dr. Blaugrund was excellent!! He addressed all my concerns. He answered my husbands questions to our satisfaction. Dr. Blaugrund is fantastic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2023
Love Dr Blaugrund and his P.A.!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2023
I would highly recommend Dr Blaugrund to anyone needing an ENT
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2023
All went well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2023
Doctor and staff ALLprofessional and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2023
1st class all the way he goes above and beyond to explain everything