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Wade W. Chien

Wade W. Chien, MD

Otology

Neurotology

Otolaryngology

Accepting New Patients
Online Booking
4.8 of 5 stars313 ratings, 113 reviews
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

Languages

  • Chinese
  • English

14 Insurances Accepted

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Gender

Male

About Wade W. Chien

Primary Academic Title

Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

Background

Dr. Wade Chien is a fellowship-trained neuro-otologist who sees adults and children with complicated hearing and ear problems, including hearing loss; severe ear infections; vestibular schwannoma (Acoustic neuroma); and neoplasms of the ear and temporal bone.

Please call 301-896-3346 for an appointment.

Centers and Institutes

Cochlear Implant Center

Research Interests

Atraumatic methodologies for cochlear implant insertion, Hearing protection/regeneration, Middle ear mechanics, Musical perception in cochlear implant users, Temporal bone histopathology

Selected Publications

  • Chien W, Ashland J, Haver K, Hardy S, Curren P, Hartnick CJ: Type 1 Laryngeal Clefts: Establishing a Functional Diagnostic and Management Algorithm. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. 2006 Dec;70(12):2073-9

  • Chien W, Faquin W, Caruso P, Rabinov J, Cunningham MJ: Radiology Quiz case 4. Intramuscular Angioma (IMA). Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2005 Nov;131(11):1026, 1030

  • Chien W, McKenna MJ, Rosowski JJ, Merchant SN: Isolated fracture of the manubrium of the malleus. J Laryngol Otol. 2007 Nov 26:1-7

  • Chien W, Northrop C, Levine S, Pilch BZ, Peake WT, Rosowski JJ, Merchant SN. Anatomy of the Distal Incus in Humans. J Assoc Res Otolaryngol. 2009 Dec;10(4):485-96

  • Chien W, Ravicz ME, Merchant SN, Rosowski JJ: The effect of methodological differences in the measurement of stapes motion in live and cadaver ears, Audiology and Neurotology 2006;11:183-197

  • Chien W, Ravicz ME, Rosowski JJ, Merchant SN: Measurements of Human Middle and Inner-Ear Mechanics with Dehiscence of the Superior Semicircular Canal. Otol Neurotol. 2007 Feb;28(2):250-7

  • Chien W, Rosowski JJ, Merchant SN: Investigation of the Mechanics of Type III Stapes Columella Tympanoplasty Using Laser-Doppler Vibrometry. Otol Neurotol. 2007 Sep;28(6):782-787

  • Chien W, Rosowski JJ, Ravicz ME, Rauch SD, Smullen J, Merchant, SN: Measurements of Stapes Velocity in Live Human Ears. Hear Res. 2009 Mar;249(1-2):54-61

  • Chien W, Varvares MA, Hadlock T, Cheney M, Deschler DG: Effects of Aspirin and Low-Dose Heparin in Head and Neck Reconstruction using Microvascular Free Flaps. Laryngoscope. 2005 Jun;115(6):973-6

  • Bhattacharyya N, Chien W: The risk of second primary malignancy after radioactive iodine treatment for thyroid carcinoma. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. 2006 Aug;115(8):607-10

  • Hamanishi S, Koike T, Chien W, Ravicz ME, Rosowski JJ, Merchant SN, Kobayashi T, Wada H: Effects of Individual Differences in Size and Mobility of the Middle Ear on Hearing, JSME International Journal, 48C, (2005), 521-528

  • Rosowski JJ, Chien W, Ravicz ME, Merchant SN: Testing a method for quantifying the output of implantable middle ear hearing devices. Audiol Neurotol. 2007;12(4):265-76

Honors

  • Top Doctor 2023, Washingtonian Magazine, 11/1/23
  • Top Doctor 2023, Bethesda Magazine, 6/1/23

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda
    • 6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 4920, Bethesda, MD 20817

    Expertise

    Education

    Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    Fellowship, Otolaryngology, 2011

    Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

    Residency, Otolaryngology, 2009

    Keck School of Medicine of USC

    Medical Education, MD, 2002

    Board Certifications

    Neurotology

    American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 2014

    Plastic Surgery Within the Head and Neck

    American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 2010

    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

    4.8 out of 5

    313 ratings, 113 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.

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    Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
    Provider Listened Carefully
    Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
    Provider Explained Things Clearly
    Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
    Provider Knew Medical History
    Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
    Provider Showed Respect
    Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
    Provider Spent Enough Time
    Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 3/12/2025

      Very professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/19/2025

      Pleasant, knowledgable, attentive, respectful

      2 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/13/2025

      I had undergone important medical tests related to my condition, but unfortunately, they were not sent to the doctor. When I tried to show them on my phone, the doctor paid no attention to them.I had spent a lot of time and money on these tests, which is why I'm still unsure whether the doctor made the correct diagnosis or not!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/13/2025

      Nice Doctor.

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/6/2025

      Ok

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/6/2025

      Dr Chien was good and informative.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/6/2025

      He was kind and efficient

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/5/2025

      He is a brilliant MD Specialist and researcher matters of hearing, ears and my issue tendinitis.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 2/5/2025

      Excellent ENT specialist! I have complete trust in him! Dr. Wade is very thorough and knowledgeable. Wonderful doctor!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/30/2025

      He was attentive, gracious, and thorough

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/29/2025

      Dr Wade has been always very helpful and polite.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/9/2025

      Dr Chien was very considerate. He listened well

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/9/2025

      Dr. Chien is an excellent doctor. He is thorough, knowledgeable, empathetic and a good listener.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/8/2025

      Excellent experience with this provider, I had not seen him before. He was very thorough, reassuring, and informative. Exceptional bedside manner.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/2/2025

      Dr Chien is excellent, both professionally and personally.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/2/2025

      Dr. Chien is very nice.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 1/2/2025

      Dr. Chien is top notch -- a very special dr -- just superb and a role model for all physicians, regardless of specialty

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/19/2024

      Dr. Chien expresses genuine concern for me. He is very kind.

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

      You're awsome...k?

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/11/2024

      Excellent physician highly recommended

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 12/11/2024

      Very kind and accommodating.

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

      Great visit. Physician showed concern and gave good direction for future care.

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

      I am new to the Hopkins system since I just moved into this geographic area less than 6 months ago. I am pleased with the Hopkins system, My Chart, and all the providers that I have met so far. My visit to Dr. Chien was for a simple F/U procedure after my New Patient visit with my new Internist. I will schedule a hearing test at some point if needed, but there is no continued need for additional visits with an ENT specialist.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/21/2024

      Doc Wade made me feel 100% confident that he is the right choice for my surgery. He is a very intelligent,bright and respectful person in my eyes thank you very much for making this process easier to handle

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/21/2024

      Doctor has a very specific and relatively narrow medical focus, but within his area, he is outstanding.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/20/2024

      Dr. Chien is great and has a very good personality.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/20/2024

      They make me fell at eased and comfortable

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/20/2024

      Wonderful doctor

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/13/2024

      Dr. Chien is very knowledgeable and thorough. He always takes the time needed to evaluate my condition and treatment.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/8/2024

      They attended the patient in order of their schedule

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/7/2024

      Dr. Wade de Chien was exceptionally polite, knowledgable and caring. He was extremely competent at the procedures he performed.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/7/2024

      Dr. Chien is a great doctor, polite and very informative in providing information about my implant and any issues I may have had, he was clear in explaining my concerns. He set me at ease.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/7/2024

      Very friendly and showed concern for my problem

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 11/7/2024

      Excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/31/2024

      Friendly, attentive and knowledgeable

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/24/2024

      Competent, caring, courteous, knowledgeable, attentive

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/24/2024

      The provider was great, and very professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/24/2024

      Excellent

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/24/2024

      Thorough exam , showed care and concern ,and gave detailed explanation and instructions for follow up treatment. Dr Chien eased my mind about my concerns.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/23/2024

      Dr Chien is very personable, friendly, knowledgeable and professional.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/23/2024

      Very friendly and knowledgeable. He saw what 3 other doctors missed and treated me immediately.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/18/2024

      Dr Chien was great

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/17/2024

      Very pleased with Dr.Chein

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 10/16/2024

      Dr. Chien was very attentive and provided excellent recommendations and care.

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

      The only reason I would not recommend this provider to my friends and family is because he is in Rockville while we live in Arlington, VA

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

      Excellent provider. Spent appropriate amount of time necessary to address all issues and concerns.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/26/2024

      Dr. Chien is very capable and personable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/25/2024

      Dr. Chien is extremely competent, welcoming, and knowledgeable. A superb physician.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/25/2024

      All around excellent medical care

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/19/2024

      Pleasent, make you feel very comfortable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/19/2024

      Dr. Chien is a very caring and excellent doctor!! He always makes me feel comfortable and at ease when I see him.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/19/2024

      The doctor Chien is VERY PROFESSIONAL

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/12/2024

      Dr Chien is outstanding-highly competent, professional, efficient and friendly.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/12/2024

      I liked the dr. Very much. I thought he was a very good dr. And surgeon

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/11/2024

      Very thoughtful and attentive

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

      Dr. Chien is super!

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

      One of my favorite doctors.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 9/4/2024

      Dr. Chien has always presented as professional, kind, and concerned about my well being.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/22/2024

      Dr. Chien was congenial, professional and patient.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/22/2024

      Dr. Chien is a very caring, sympathetic doctor.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/22/2024

      Very professional

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/15/2024

      Dr. Chien is very knowledgeable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/14/2024

      Dr Wei De Chien is the best ENT physivian

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

      Dr Chien is very competent but he moves very quickly though exam

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

      Very professional and friendly.

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

      Dr. Chien was terrific! He has been very helpful in helping me adapt to the issues of this disease.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/7/2024

      Dr. Wade was very professional and straight to the point in addressing the issue.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/7/2024

      Dr. Chien did a cochlear implant and all that he said I may experience was correct- very little pain, not a constant. Only dizzy in the recovery room- home was easy- did as he said and all was well. He is a very kind person, and cared about my well being.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 8/1/2024

      Dr Wade Chien is great! I sm so glad I found him

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/25/2024

      Decent, courteous, attentive, caring, competent.I feel confident that I am receiving excellent care when I am with Dr Wade Chien.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/25/2024

      Dr. Chien is always very attentive

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

      Dr. Chien is a very passionate doctor. He is smart, knowledgeable, intelligent and kind.

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

      Excellent patient care.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/18/2024

      Excellent physician

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/18/2024

      Very knowledgeable and helpful

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/17/2024

      Super easy and quick visit

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/17/2024

      The best!!!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/17/2024

      Very professional, thorough and kind.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/12/2024

      Was professional friendly and explained clearly the issue I asked about

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/11/2024

      Dr Chien is the Best doctor there is !! He is the Best doctors there is !!

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/11/2024

      Dr. Chien was very professional He is great

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 7/11/2024

      I travel 3 hours to see Dr. Chien. I think that's a good indication of my respect for him and his expertise

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

      Dr. Chen is excellent.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/27/2024

      Dr. Chien, is a wonderful doctor He's always very thorough Very happy, very polite and does what he needs to do to take care of the problems that I come to visit John Hopkins for.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/20/2024

      Excellent care and nice person

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/20/2024

      The provider is always very friendly and sensitive to my Mom's needs.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/20/2024

      Very Caring patient listening to my needs

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/13/2024

      Dr Chien is outstanding

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

      Dr Chien is has been excellent. He is obviously competent. He is professional, friendly and caring.

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

      Excellent!

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

      Dr. Chien is excellent. Looking forward to my surgery.

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

      Very good

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

      Very caring very professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 6/3/2024

      I found Dr. Chien completely professional, kind, patient, and concerned about my health. My interaction with Dr. Chien is what I ideally expected from Johns Hopkins. It was my best visit with any physician.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/23/2024

      Dr. Chien always is professional and clearly explains my hearing and ear issues to me. Thanks Dr. Chien!

      4 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 5/23/2024

      My appointment was at 2 pm. I was not able to see the doctor until 330 pm for 5 minute or less with the doctor

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

      Dr. Chien asked a lot of questions following my surgery and listened carefully to my responses. He has been on time for every appointment.

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

      1st visit, very satisfied

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

      Dr Wade Chien is an excellent provider. He is obviously very busy. He is always pleasant but he was much more personable at this visit than my previous 4-5 visits.

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

      He is an excellent doctor. He is also very empathetic and skilled.

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

      Drm Chien is an outstanding doctor. He is experienced, knowledgeable, cordial, and wants to best for his patient. I HIGHLY recommend him!

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

      Nice enough, but seemed dismissive of concerns. After waiting 3 months for appointment, he spent 10-15 mins with us, and, in that time, he mostly looked at records we sent when we made the appointment.

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

      Excellent, personable, caring, competent

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

      Doctor Wade was great thanks a lot to him.

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

      Dr. Chien Was very patient with me.

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

      Keep up good work

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/18/2024

      He was professional and efficient.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/11/2024

      Dr Chien is so friendly and thorough.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/11/2024

      Very professional and personable.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/11/2024

      Very professional, respectful, articulate, can explain things on layman terms, compassionate.

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

      This provider is very professional

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/3/2024

      Dr.Chien and his group are very caring, kind and concerned about patient outcomes. They are proficient and kind. I could not ask for any bettter competence and techinical skills. Dr. Chien listens and understands my concerns and I feel I am in very good hands.

      5 out of 5 stars
      Reviewed on 4/3/2024

      Dr. Chien is a very kind, gentle, intelligent doctor and great bedside manner! Thank you!