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Dr. Appelbaum completed his undergraduate degree with honors at Loyola University Chicago and his medical degree at St. Louis University School of Medicine with a distinction in research. He went on to perform his residency training in Otolaryngology at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia. Most recently, he completed a 2-year ACGME accredited clinical and research fellowship in Neurotology (Adult and Pediatric Neurotologic Surgery) at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Appelbaum is a member of the American Neurotology Society and the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery. He is currently a board member for the Metro Atlanta Educational Society for Otolaryngology.
Double Board Certification:
American Board of Otolaryngology: Head and Neck Surgery
American Board of Otolaryngology: Neurotology
Dr. Appelbaum specializes in surgical treatment for disorders of the ear and skull base including:
Hearing loss
Tumors of the ear, temporal bone and skull base such as acoustic neuromas (vestibular schwannomas), meningiomas and carcinomas
Cochlear implants and other hearing implants
Cholesteatoma, ear drum perforations, and chronic ear disease
Temporal brain hernias and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks
Facial nerve disorders
Otosclerosis
Superior semicircular canal dehiscence
Balance disorders
Endoscopic ear surgery (EES)
Specialties
Neurotology
Otolaryngology
Education & Training
Saint Louis University
Certifications
American Board of Otolaryngology - ENT
American Board of Otolaryngology - Neurotology
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Wellstar Paulding Hospital
Wellstar Windy Hill Hospital
Languages spoken
English
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.7
4.7
Based on 289 patient ratings
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
4.89
Listened to me carefully
4.85
Shared the right amount of information
4.74
Earned my trust
4.65
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Patient Reviews
5
They have given me a pathway back to a hearing world.
April 13, 2024
5
Very knowledgeable and friendly staff.
April 6, 2024
5
Professional and empathetic to my needs and provide options for treatment.
April 5, 2024
5
The Physician was extremely thorough. His assistant was very thorough as well. Great job!
April 1, 2024
5
Dr. Eric Applebaum is an excellent care -rovider.
March 31, 2024
5
Great doctor and staff. Highly recommend.
March 29, 2024
5
Thank you!
March 29, 2024
5
EVERYONE, from check-in through check-out was fantastic. Dr. Applebaum and Nicole were outstanding providers, demonstrating expertise and concern. Glad to be under their care.
March 23, 2024
5
Dr Appelbaum listens, explains things well and seems to truly care for his patients
March 22, 2024
5
I have always been treated with utmost respect and care the drs nurses and all employees are friendly helpful and create a very relaxing atmosphere. Keep up the great work I was in pre-op department scheduling an upcoming surgery appointment.
March 9, 2024
5
Professional , and caring for my needs
March 8, 2024
5
I would definitely say that the experience I had with the medical assistants and doctors was the best experience I had and of course I would recommend Wellstar as my first option than any other hospital. I sincerely feel I received the best treatment.
March 5, 2024
3
This is the second time seeing this doctor. The first time he was very dismissive and did not go through all my results. This time around he spent more time listening.
February 23, 2024
5
Good experience.
February 16, 2024
5
Dr. Appelbaum was on time and very courteous.
February 8, 2024
5
Dr. APPELBAUM is extraordinary....and his staff from surgery, to follow-up are exceptional. We are treated with such respect. We are blessed to be in his care.
February 3, 2024
5
Dr Applebaum is the best
February 3, 2024
5
They care and it shows!
February 2, 2024
4
Wait period was excessive. Restroom in the area wasn't functional. Restrooms on ground floor were blocked by WellStar personnel. My nurse was very hard to understand spoken communication.
February 1, 2024
5
Everyone I saw today was just wonderful and they always are wonderful
January 26, 2024
5
The doctor was very, very knowledgeable, very kind, and very alert to what he knows and does. He made me feel very comfortable. I'm a person that likes my medical stuff right up front, and he was very honest with me, and I really do appreciate this doctor. He seemed to be very alert with what he does, and the kindness, the gentleness of him was great. Everything was great about this doctor, yes, and I would tell anybody about how good he is. As a matter of fact, I've already started doing that. Thank you for referring him to me. I feel like I'm in really good hands. Thank you.
January 24, 2024
5
Dr. Appelbaum is one of the best doctors anywhere. He is awesome.
January 6, 2024
5
Dr. Appelbaum is genuinely concerned about my health. He is never rushed and answers all of my questions. I feel very confident in his ability as a surgeon. Outstanding!!
December 29, 2023
5
Thanks again to all I saw today. Top notch for sure!!
December 23, 2023
5
Excellent in every way possible. Dr Appelbaum and his staff are patient, professional and knowledgeable about everything there is to know about their craft. Excellent practice.
December 23, 2023
5
Dr. Appelbaum was extremely nice and explained things well so that I could understand. I appreciate his help very much.
December 22, 2023
5
Dr Appelbaum was attentive as usual, warm, and easy to talk with. He listened well, which is a big issue in healthcare (as many know). He answered my questions.
December 22, 2023
5
Excellent atmosphere and excellent service.
December 20, 2023
5
TRUSTWORTHY
December 17, 2023
5
They are all wonderful
December 15, 2023
5
They have given me a pathway back to a hearing world.
April 13, 2024
5
Very knowledgeable and friendly staff.
April 6, 2024
5
Professional and empathetic to my needs and provide options for treatment.
April 5, 2024
5
The Physician was extremely thorough. His assistant was very thorough as well. Great job!
April 1, 2024
5
Dr. Eric Applebaum is an excellent care -rovider.
March 31, 2024
5
Great doctor and staff. Highly recommend.
March 29, 2024
5
Thank you!
March 29, 2024
5
EVERYONE, from check-in through check-out was fantastic. Dr. Applebaum and Nicole were outstanding providers, demonstrating expertise and concern. Glad to be under their care.
March 23, 2024
5
Dr Appelbaum listens, explains things well and seems to truly care for his patients
March 22, 2024
5
I have always been treated with utmost respect and care the drs nurses and all employees are friendly helpful and create a very relaxing atmosphere. Keep up the great work I was in pre-op department scheduling an upcoming surgery appointment.
March 9, 2024
5
Professional , and caring for my needs
March 8, 2024
5
I would definitely say that the experience I had with the medical assistants and doctors was the best experience I had and of course I would recommend Wellstar as my first option than any other hospital. I sincerely feel I received the best treatment.
March 5, 2024
5
Good experience.
February 16, 2024
5
Dr. Appelbaum was on time and very courteous.
February 8, 2024
5
Dr. APPELBAUM is extraordinary....and his staff from surgery, to follow-up are exceptional. We are treated with such respect. We are blessed to be in his care.
February 3, 2024
5
Dr Applebaum is the best
February 3, 2024
5
They care and it shows!
February 2, 2024
5
Everyone I saw today was just wonderful and they always are wonderful
January 26, 2024
5
The doctor was very, very knowledgeable, very kind, and very alert to what he knows and does. He made me feel very comfortable. I'm a person that likes my medical stuff right up front, and he was very honest with me, and I really do appreciate this doctor. He seemed to be very alert with what he does, and the kindness, the gentleness of him was great. Everything was great about this doctor, yes, and I would tell anybody about how good he is. As a matter of fact, I've already started doing that. Thank you for referring him to me. I feel like I'm in really good hands. Thank you.
January 24, 2024
5
Dr. Appelbaum is one of the best doctors anywhere. He is awesome.
January 6, 2024
5
Dr. Appelbaum is genuinely concerned about my health. He is never rushed and answers all of my questions. I feel very confident in his ability as a surgeon. Outstanding!!
December 29, 2023
5
Thanks again to all I saw today. Top notch for sure!!
December 23, 2023
5
Excellent in every way possible. Dr Appelbaum and his staff are patient, professional and knowledgeable about everything there is to know about their craft. Excellent practice.
December 23, 2023
5
Dr. Appelbaum was extremely nice and explained things well so that I could understand. I appreciate his help very much.
December 22, 2023
5
Dr Appelbaum was attentive as usual, warm, and easy to talk with. He listened well, which is a big issue in healthcare (as many know). He answered my questions.
December 22, 2023
5
Excellent atmosphere and excellent service.
December 20, 2023
5
TRUSTWORTHY
December 17, 2023
5
They are all wonderful
December 15, 2023
4
Wait period was excessive. Restroom in the area wasn't functional. Restrooms on ground floor were blocked by WellStar personnel. My nurse was very hard to understand spoken communication.
February 1, 2024
3
This is the second time seeing this doctor. The first time he was very dismissive and did not go through all my results. This time around he spent more time listening.
February 23, 2024
3
This is the second time seeing this doctor. The first time he was very dismissive and did not go through all my results. This time around he spent more time listening.
February 23, 2024
4
Wait period was excessive. Restroom in the area wasn't functional. Restrooms on ground floor were blocked by WellStar personnel. My nurse was very hard to understand spoken communication.
February 1, 2024
5
They have given me a pathway back to a hearing world.
April 13, 2024
5
Very knowledgeable and friendly staff.
April 6, 2024
5
Professional and empathetic to my needs and provide options for treatment.
April 5, 2024
5
The Physician was extremely thorough. His assistant was very thorough as well. Great job!
April 1, 2024
5
Dr. Eric Applebaum is an excellent care -rovider.
March 31, 2024
5
Great doctor and staff. Highly recommend.
March 29, 2024
5
Thank you!
March 29, 2024
5
EVERYONE, from check-in through check-out was fantastic. Dr. Applebaum and Nicole were outstanding providers, demonstrating expertise and concern. Glad to be under their care.
March 23, 2024
5
Dr Appelbaum listens, explains things well and seems to truly care for his patients
March 22, 2024
5
I have always been treated with utmost respect and care the drs nurses and all employees are friendly helpful and create a very relaxing atmosphere. Keep up the great work I was in pre-op department scheduling an upcoming surgery appointment.
March 9, 2024
5
Professional , and caring for my needs
March 8, 2024
5
I would definitely say that the experience I had with the medical assistants and doctors was the best experience I had and of course I would recommend Wellstar as my first option than any other hospital. I sincerely feel I received the best treatment.
March 5, 2024
5
Good experience.
February 16, 2024
5
Dr. Appelbaum was on time and very courteous.
February 8, 2024
5
Dr. APPELBAUM is extraordinary....and his staff from surgery, to follow-up are exceptional. We are treated with such respect. We are blessed to be in his care.
February 3, 2024
5
Dr Applebaum is the best
February 3, 2024
5
They care and it shows!
February 2, 2024
5
Everyone I saw today was just wonderful and they always are wonderful
January 26, 2024
5
The doctor was very, very knowledgeable, very kind, and very alert to what he knows and does. He made me feel very comfortable. I'm a person that likes my medical stuff right up front, and he was very honest with me, and I really do appreciate this doctor. He seemed to be very alert with what he does, and the kindness, the gentleness of him was great. Everything was great about this doctor, yes, and I would tell anybody about how good he is. As a matter of fact, I've already started doing that. Thank you for referring him to me. I feel like I'm in really good hands. Thank you.
January 24, 2024
5
Dr. Appelbaum is one of the best doctors anywhere. He is awesome.
January 6, 2024
5
Dr. Appelbaum is genuinely concerned about my health. He is never rushed and answers all of my questions. I feel very confident in his ability as a surgeon. Outstanding!!
December 29, 2023
5
Thanks again to all I saw today. Top notch for sure!!
December 23, 2023
5
Excellent in every way possible. Dr Appelbaum and his staff are patient, professional and knowledgeable about everything there is to know about their craft. Excellent practice.
December 23, 2023
5
Dr. Appelbaum was extremely nice and explained things well so that I could understand. I appreciate his help very much.
December 22, 2023
5
Dr Appelbaum was attentive as usual, warm, and easy to talk with. He listened well, which is a big issue in healthcare (as many know). He answered my questions.
December 22, 2023
5
Excellent atmosphere and excellent service.
December 20, 2023
5
TRUSTWORTHY
December 17, 2023
5
They are all wonderful
December 15, 2023
5
They have given me a pathway back to a hearing world.
April 13, 2024
5
Very knowledgeable and friendly staff.
April 6, 2024
5
Professional and empathetic to my needs and provide options for treatment.
April 5, 2024
5
The Physician was extremely thorough. His assistant was very thorough as well. Great job!
April 1, 2024
5
Dr. Eric Applebaum is an excellent care -rovider.
March 31, 2024
5
Great doctor and staff. Highly recommend.
March 29, 2024
5
Thank you!
March 29, 2024
5
EVERYONE, from check-in through check-out was fantastic. Dr. Applebaum and Nicole were outstanding providers, demonstrating expertise and concern. Glad to be under their care.
March 23, 2024
5
Dr Appelbaum listens, explains things well and seems to truly care for his patients
March 22, 2024
5
I have always been treated with utmost respect and care the drs nurses and all employees are friendly helpful and create a very relaxing atmosphere. Keep up the great work I was in pre-op department scheduling an upcoming surgery appointment.
March 9, 2024
5
Professional , and caring for my needs
March 8, 2024
5
I would definitely say that the experience I had with the medical assistants and doctors was the best experience I had and of course I would recommend Wellstar as my first option than any other hospital. I sincerely feel I received the best treatment.
March 5, 2024
3
This is the second time seeing this doctor. The first time he was very dismissive and did not go through all my results. This time around he spent more time listening.
February 23, 2024
5
Good experience.
February 16, 2024
5
Dr. Appelbaum was on time and very courteous.
February 8, 2024
5
Dr Applebaum is the best
February 3, 2024
5
Dr. APPELBAUM is extraordinary....and his staff from surgery, to follow-up are exceptional. We are treated with such respect. We are blessed to be in his care.
February 3, 2024
5
They care and it shows!
February 2, 2024
4
Wait period was excessive. Restroom in the area wasn't functional. Restrooms on ground floor were blocked by WellStar personnel. My nurse was very hard to understand spoken communication.
February 1, 2024
5
Everyone I saw today was just wonderful and they always are wonderful
January 26, 2024
5
The doctor was very, very knowledgeable, very kind, and very alert to what he knows and does. He made me feel very comfortable. I'm a person that likes my medical stuff right up front, and he was very honest with me, and I really do appreciate this doctor. He seemed to be very alert with what he does, and the kindness, the gentleness of him was great. Everything was great about this doctor, yes, and I would tell anybody about how good he is. As a matter of fact, I've already started doing that. Thank you for referring him to me. I feel like I'm in really good hands. Thank you.
January 24, 2024
5
Dr. Appelbaum is one of the best doctors anywhere. He is awesome.
January 6, 2024
5
Dr. Appelbaum is genuinely concerned about my health. He is never rushed and answers all of my questions. I feel very confident in his ability as a surgeon. Outstanding!!
December 29, 2023
5
Excellent in every way possible. Dr Appelbaum and his staff are patient, professional and knowledgeable about everything there is to know about their craft. Excellent practice.
December 23, 2023
5
Thanks again to all I saw today. Top notch for sure!!
December 23, 2023
5
Dr. Appelbaum was extremely nice and explained things well so that I could understand. I appreciate his help very much.
December 22, 2023
5
Dr Appelbaum was attentive as usual, warm, and easy to talk with. He listened well, which is a big issue in healthcare (as many know). He answered my questions.
December 22, 2023
5
Excellent atmosphere and excellent service.
December 20, 2023
5
TRUSTWORTHY
December 17, 2023
5
They are all wonderful
December 15, 2023
5
They are all wonderful
December 15, 2023
5
TRUSTWORTHY
December 17, 2023
5
Excellent atmosphere and excellent service.
December 20, 2023
5
Dr Appelbaum was attentive as usual, warm, and easy to talk with. He listened well, which is a big issue in healthcare (as many know). He answered my questions.
December 22, 2023
5
Dr. Appelbaum was extremely nice and explained things well so that I could understand. I appreciate his help very much.
December 22, 2023
5
Thanks again to all I saw today. Top notch for sure!!
December 23, 2023
5
Excellent in every way possible. Dr Appelbaum and his staff are patient, professional and knowledgeable about everything there is to know about their craft. Excellent practice.
December 23, 2023
5
Dr. Appelbaum is genuinely concerned about my health. He is never rushed and answers all of my questions. I feel very confident in his ability as a surgeon. Outstanding!!
December 29, 2023
5
Dr. Appelbaum is one of the best doctors anywhere. He is awesome.
January 6, 2024
5
The doctor was very, very knowledgeable, very kind, and very alert to what he knows and does. He made me feel very comfortable. I'm a person that likes my medical stuff right up front, and he was very honest with me, and I really do appreciate this doctor. He seemed to be very alert with what he does, and the kindness, the gentleness of him was great. Everything was great about this doctor, yes, and I would tell anybody about how good he is. As a matter of fact, I've already started doing that. Thank you for referring him to me. I feel like I'm in really good hands. Thank you.
January 24, 2024
5
Everyone I saw today was just wonderful and they always are wonderful
January 26, 2024
4
Wait period was excessive. Restroom in the area wasn't functional. Restrooms on ground floor were blocked by WellStar personnel. My nurse was very hard to understand spoken communication.
February 1, 2024
5
They care and it shows!
February 2, 2024
5
Dr. APPELBAUM is extraordinary....and his staff from surgery, to follow-up are exceptional. We are treated with such respect. We are blessed to be in his care.
February 3, 2024
5
Dr Applebaum is the best
February 3, 2024
5
Dr. Appelbaum was on time and very courteous.
February 8, 2024
5
Good experience.
February 16, 2024
3
This is the second time seeing this doctor. The first time he was very dismissive and did not go through all my results. This time around he spent more time listening.
February 23, 2024
5
I would definitely say that the experience I had with the medical assistants and doctors was the best experience I had and of course I would recommend Wellstar as my first option than any other hospital. I sincerely feel I received the best treatment.
March 5, 2024
5
Professional , and caring for my needs
March 8, 2024
5
I have always been treated with utmost respect and care the drs nurses and all employees are friendly helpful and create a very relaxing atmosphere. Keep up the great work I was in pre-op department scheduling an upcoming surgery appointment.
March 9, 2024
5
Dr Appelbaum listens, explains things well and seems to truly care for his patients
March 22, 2024
5
EVERYONE, from check-in through check-out was fantastic. Dr. Applebaum and Nicole were outstanding providers, demonstrating expertise and concern. Glad to be under their care.
March 23, 2024
5
Thank you!
March 29, 2024
5
Great doctor and staff. Highly recommend.
March 29, 2024
5
Dr. Eric Applebaum is an excellent care -rovider.
March 31, 2024
5
The Physician was extremely thorough. His assistant was very thorough as well. Great job!
April 1, 2024
5
Professional and empathetic to my needs and provide options for treatment.
April 5, 2024
5
Very knowledgeable and friendly staff.
April 6, 2024
5
They have given me a pathway back to a hearing world.