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James H. Clark

James H. Clark, MBBChBAO

Otolaryngology

Accepting New Patients
Online Booking
4.9 of 5 stars119 ratings, 39 reviews
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

Languages

  • Norwegian
  • English

14 Insurances Accepted

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Gender

Male

About James H. Clark

Professional Titles

Co-Director, Johns Hopkins Dysphagia and Deglutition Clinic

Primary Academic Title

Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

Background

The primary clinical interests of James Clark lie in comprehensive diagnosis and management of swallowing disorders, with a focus on deglutition difficulties resulting from head and neck cancer. Additionally, Dr. Clark treats a broad spectrum of upper aerodigestive tract disorders, including but not limited to laryngopharyngeal reflux, chronic cough, Zenker’s diverticulum, dysphagia and esophageal motility disorders.

Dr. Clark performs minimally invasive in-office procedures such as unsedated transnasal esophagoscopy and sialendoscopy.

His research interests encompass innovative technologies for diagnosis and rehabilitation of swallowing disorders.

Centers and Institutes

General Ear, Nose & Throat

Honors

  • Top Doctor, Baltimore Magazine, 11/1/23
  • Henkel Chief Resident Teacher of the Year Award, Johns Hopkins Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Services, 1/1/17
  • Honors Degree, Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland, 1/1/07

Lectures & Presentations

  • Cochlear Malformation and Round Window Electrode Insertion, Presentation, Symposium, 13th Symposium on Cochlear Implants in Children, Chicago, Ill, 1/1/11
  • If in doubt take it out, Case Report, Irish North East and Midland Surgica Audit Group, Ireland, 1/1/09
  • Predictors of vestibular schwannoma growth and clinical implications, presentation, Annual Meeting, Annual Meeting fo the American Otological Society, American Otological Society, Las Vegas, Nevada, 1/1/10

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
    • 10803 Falls Road, Pavilion III STE 2500, Lutherville, MD 21093
    • Greater Baltimore Medical Center
      • 6565 North Charles Street, Physicians Pavilion East - Suite 315, Towson, MD 21204
      • Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
        • 601 North Caroline Street, Floor 6, Baltimore, MD 21287
        • Johns Hopkins Community Physicians - Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center, White Marsh
          • 4924 Campbell Boulevard, Suite 210, Nottingham, MD 21236

          Expertise

          Education

          Mayo Clinic

          Fellowship, Advanced Head & Neck Oncologic & Reconstructive Surg, 2018

          Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

          Residency, Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, 2017

          Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital (Drogheda)

          Residency, Surgery, 2009

          Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland School of Medicine

          Medical Education, MB BCh BAO, 2007

          Board Certifications

          Otolaryngology

          American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 2018

          Insurance

          Johns Hopkins providers accept various commercial health insurance plans. However, they may not be included in all of an insurance company's plans or offerings. This may include Exchange, Medicaid, Medicare, and specific limited benefit plans. Exceptions to participation also exist based on your employer’s benefits package and the provider's location or specialty. Please contact your insurer directly to make sure your doctor is covered by your plan. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
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          • Aetna
          • CareFirst
          • Cigna
          • First Health
          • Geisinger Health Plan
          • HealthSmart/Accel
          • Humana
          • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
          • MultiPlan
          • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
          • Point Comfort Underwriters
          • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
          • UnitedHealthcare
          • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

          Ratings & Reviews

          4.9 out of 5

          119 ratings, 39 reviews

          The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

          Overall Rating by Patient
          Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
          Provider Listened Carefully
          Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 5 out of 5 stars
          Provider Explained Things Clearly
          Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 5 out of 5 stars
          Provider Knew Medical History
          Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
          Provider Showed Respect
          Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 5 out of 5 stars
          Provider Spent Enough Time
          Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
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            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 3/7/2025

            Excellent doctor

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/27/2025

            Dr Clark was thurough checking on ENT Issues that were not the primary reason for the visit.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 1/13/2025

            Dr Clark is attentive and not multi tasking when speaking with the patient. Scheduling has been difficult.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/20/2024

            Wonderful doc listened without judgement and explained procedure thoroughly and follow up steps for me to better understand my throat issues

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/6/2024

            Provider was very good. He made me comfortable with local lidocaine and positioning

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/4/2024

            Dr Clark is very good

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 12/2/2024

            As always my visit was perfect I think Dr. Clark is an excellent physician always comfortable to be with and talk to

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/22/2024

            Great doctor took great care of my needs

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/18/2024

            Dr Clark is efficient, thorough, professional and personable. I am thankful to have him as one of my specialists.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 11/15/2024

            He explained all details and answered my question.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 10/4/2024

            Excellent!

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/27/2024

            Great

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 9/20/2024

            Dr Clark was kind and professional

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/30/2024

            Very good

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/28/2024

            Excellent

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/28/2024

            Dr. Clark is one of the best providers I've seen. Extremely knowledgeable and caring. He made me feel comfortable during the entire visit.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/26/2024

            Dr. Clark is excellent with my son and with us. He explains everything in a way we can understand. He is truly caring, kind, and I feel confident with my child in his care. He also got him in very quickly when we had concerns and moved his appointment dates up.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 8/26/2024

            Dr. Clark is very compassionate and competent. Very positive experience.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/26/2024

            Friendly and very personable. Took the time to speak to my 4 year old and ensure your comfort during the visit and talked to her about what the plan was in a way that she felt safe and comfortable.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/24/2024

            Business like. Straight to the point.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/19/2024

            All was good very satisfied

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/15/2024

            Excellent knowledgeable physician/surgeonCovered areas of care in their entirety that I had not thought of. Empathetic & Caring with enormous respect of my feelings Spent time with me to explain my questions throughly (wasn't eager to hurry)

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/5/2024

            I went to Dr. Clark for a 2nd opinion. He is very nice. He listens very carefully to your concerns and is very detailed in exploring all options in trying to resolve your issues. He's also very knowledgeable about issues outside of ENT. He's an awesome Dr and I would highly recommend him to anyone.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/5/2024

            Dr Clark is amazing- and always treats [Patient] so amazing! She loves going to see him and does not become nervous at all like some other doctors we have seen in the past.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 7/3/2024

            Dr. Clark is an excellent Dr.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/28/2024

            Kind and professional

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 6/28/2024

            He was helpfull.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/22/2024

            Doctor was very knowledgeable, efficient without being perfunctory. Explained the problem using pictures from the scope.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/17/2024

            The doctor is very kind and shows concern for the patient's health.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/17/2024

            He was attentive, efficient and pleasant.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 5/13/2024

            Dr. Clark is great, especially with his interactions with the patient and being able to communicate what is going on.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/26/2024

            I enjoyed having my appointment at white marsh rather than GBMC

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/26/2024

            I was very pleased with Dr Clark. I needed wax removed from my ear and Dr Clark removed the wax quickly and pain free. I was very impressed. I expected some pain but it was pain free.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/24/2024

            Very informative, communication was great. Instructions clear

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/24/2024

            Listens well

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/22/2024

            I was very impressed at his level of previsit preparation. He had actually read my chart carefully. That is unfortunately very rare these days.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/12/2024

            Dr, Clark was superb. He was very thorough and took time to explain my medical issues with me. I will follow up with him in the future.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/1/2024

            Dr. Clark was very detailed in his explanation as to what will take place with my son's tube surgery. When we went in for the checkup, he was quick and to the point that everything looked good with my son.

            5 out of 5 stars
            Reviewed on 4/1/2024

            It is always a pleasure to see Dr. Clark