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Dr. Michael Kaufman is a board-certified otolaryngologist serving the Wellstar community since 2019. He provides general ear, nose, and throat care to both the pediatric and adult population. He delivers a focus in high quality and patient centered care, while employing a shared decision-making model.
Dr. Kaufman attended Emory University for his undergraduate studies. He then went on to medical school at Wayne State University School of Medicine. He completed his residency at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky.
Dr. Kaufman holds several leadership positions within Wellstar Health System. Most notably, as the Wellstar ENT North Kennestone lead physician.
He is regularly recognized by his community peers as a ‘Top Doctor’ appearing in Atlanta Magazine, Georgia Trend Magazine, and The Atlantan.
Dr. Kaufman is married with two children. He enjoys spending quality time with his family and friends. He is an avid tennis player, having previously played in college for Emory University. Dr. Kaufman's aspiration is to deliver world-class, evidence-based, empathetic, and inclusive care to all of his patients.
Specialties
Otolaryngology
Education & Training
Wayne State University School of Medicine
Certifications
American Board of Otolaryngology - ENT
Hospital Affiliations
Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
Wellstar Paulding Hospital
Languages spoken
English
Common Treatments, Conditions, and Procedures
Acquired Neck Masses
Airway Problems
Allergic Rhinitis
Chronic Rhinitis (Runny Nose)
Congenital Neck Masses
Ear Disorders
Head and Neck Cancer
Hearing Disorders
Nasal and Sinus Disorders
Nasal Surgery
Parathyroid Surgery
Pediatric Ear Nose and Throat Disorders
Salivary Gland Surgery
Sinus Infection
Sinus Surgery
Sleep Disorder
Snoring
Swallowing Disorders
Throat Cancer
Thyroid Surgery
Tonsillectomy
Voice Disorders
Patient Reviews
Overall patient rating
4.8
4.8
Based on 420 patient ratings
I'd recommend this practice to family and friends
4.90
I'd recommend this provider to family and friends
4.89
Listened to me carefully
4.87
Shared the right amount of information
4.82
Earned my trust
4.78
All reviews have been submitted by patients after seeing the provider.For more information about the review system, check out this Learn more about our review system.
Patient Reviews
5
I had been with another practice for many years. I wanted a physician closer to home. Dr. Kaufman is great. He took time to listen to my concerns, read my history prior to my appointment, and explained treatment options clearly. I never felt rushed. He is very knowledgeable, and personable.
May 1, 2024
5
Dr.Kaufman is very kind and always has positive attitude when you arrive.Take his time and I have never felt rushed.8am appt.4.29 and I was in and out. Makes sure before you leave you don't have any questions or concerns. Wellstar Cherokee Health park is lucky to have a great doctor.Front desk staff was very nice at check in.
May 1, 2024
5
I appreciate how Dr. Kaufman explains things so I can understand.
May 1, 2024
4
It would be fabulous if they found a cure for this illness that afflicts me and thousands of people.
April 28, 2024
5
I really appreciated Dr. Kaufman's thoroughness and congenial manner.
April 26, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman was very patient and took his time to explain everything to me. I was prepped for what to expect throughout the entire procedure. A thorough explanation was provided of the results. I did not feel rushed and all of my follow up questions were answered. He came highly recommended and did not disappoint!
April 26, 2024
5
Dr is 1st class as is staff always a pleasure
April 24, 2024
5
I think Dr. Kaufman is great!
April 14, 2024
5
Excellent Doctor with an Excellent Staff
April 10, 2024
5
Was a little early but took me right in Did not make me wait. All were pleasant an curtis.
April 5, 2024
5
The building and medical offices are comfortable. The doctor inspires my confidence. He performed a procedure on me that he promised was simple and wouldn't hurt, and it did. Very good doctor. I feel well cared for. Thank you.
April 5, 2024
5
Professional Informative Concise Detailed Very satisfied
April 5, 2024
5
It's been a long time since I visited a doctor's where I didn't wait for at least an hour! Great job getting me in and out with all the information I needed...in less than 15 minutes!!
April 5, 2024
5
The entire staff and Dr. Kaufman were professional and very considerate of my concerns.
April 5, 2024
5
Everyone was awesome!!
April 5, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman saw me initially even though he was completely booked. I was so appreciative as I had fluid in my ear for four months. I have an ongoing issue with this ear so am pleased to be with this physician and practice as I have received good care.
April 3, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman was very thorough, explained things to us, and we definitely, it was our first time meeting him, and definitely liked him. Thank you.
April 5, 2024
5
Doctor Kaufman worked quickly to remove a lot of wax from my ears. I plan to see him again next year.
April 3, 2024
3
Dr. Kaufman was pleasant enough, and I'm sure he's a very good doctor. But I just didn't feel like I had a thorough exam (except for a tube down my nose!) and explanation for what is going on with me. I was in and out in under 15 minutes.
April 3, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman was very detailed in his information and explanation of the condition being addressed and the upcoming surgery.
April 3, 2024
5
I appreciate that my schedule visit was on time.
April 2, 2024
5
Thanks to Dr Kaufman for your expertise as well as your kind and caring manner.
March 29, 2024
5
Great office!
March 28, 2024
5
Dr Kaufman has a wonderful bedside manner and very knowledgeable and has my best interest at heart.
March 22, 2024
5
I trust Dr Kaufman very much with my ENT treatment.
March 21, 2024
5
Dr. Michael Kaufman is very personable, and squeezed me in to do ear wax removal. He has seen my daughter for a few years now. Great bedside manner!
March 14, 2024
5
Charging for services he did not do is very unsatisfactory.
March 10, 2024
5
Fabulous practice, caring doctor, and love the convenient location.
March 6, 2024
5
This is the best Dr of all my team during my cancer experience. He took the time to make me feel confident that I was going to be ok. When I was in a bad mood or scared he was always there to make me feel better. He's definitely my favorite Dr of all.
March 6, 2024
4
Dr Kaufman was competent. I wish he had better prepared me for what could happen with using the ear drops recommended to soften the wax in my ears. I had not anticipated the pain I experienced using the drops nor not bring able to hear well out of that ear for the 3 weeks was using the drops.
February 29, 2024
5
I had been with another practice for many years. I wanted a physician closer to home. Dr. Kaufman is great. He took time to listen to my concerns, read my history prior to my appointment, and explained treatment options clearly. I never felt rushed. He is very knowledgeable, and personable.
May 1, 2024
5
Dr.Kaufman is very kind and always has positive attitude when you arrive.Take his time and I have never felt rushed.8am appt.4.29 and I was in and out. Makes sure before you leave you don't have any questions or concerns. Wellstar Cherokee Health park is lucky to have a great doctor.Front desk staff was very nice at check in.
May 1, 2024
5
I appreciate how Dr. Kaufman explains things so I can understand.
May 1, 2024
5
I really appreciated Dr. Kaufman's thoroughness and congenial manner.
April 26, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman was very patient and took his time to explain everything to me. I was prepped for what to expect throughout the entire procedure. A thorough explanation was provided of the results. I did not feel rushed and all of my follow up questions were answered. He came highly recommended and did not disappoint!
April 26, 2024
5
Dr is 1st class as is staff always a pleasure
April 24, 2024
5
I think Dr. Kaufman is great!
April 14, 2024
5
Excellent Doctor with an Excellent Staff
April 10, 2024
5
Was a little early but took me right in Did not make me wait. All were pleasant an curtis.
April 5, 2024
5
The building and medical offices are comfortable. The doctor inspires my confidence. He performed a procedure on me that he promised was simple and wouldn't hurt, and it did. Very good doctor. I feel well cared for. Thank you.
April 5, 2024
5
Professional Informative Concise Detailed Very satisfied
April 5, 2024
5
It's been a long time since I visited a doctor's where I didn't wait for at least an hour! Great job getting me in and out with all the information I needed...in less than 15 minutes!!
April 5, 2024
5
The entire staff and Dr. Kaufman were professional and very considerate of my concerns.
April 5, 2024
5
Everyone was awesome!!
April 5, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman saw me initially even though he was completely booked. I was so appreciative as I had fluid in my ear for four months. I have an ongoing issue with this ear so am pleased to be with this physician and practice as I have received good care.
April 3, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman was very thorough, explained things to us, and we definitely, it was our first time meeting him, and definitely liked him. Thank you.
April 5, 2024
5
Doctor Kaufman worked quickly to remove a lot of wax from my ears. I plan to see him again next year.
April 3, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman was very detailed in his information and explanation of the condition being addressed and the upcoming surgery.
April 3, 2024
5
I appreciate that my schedule visit was on time.
April 2, 2024
5
Thanks to Dr Kaufman for your expertise as well as your kind and caring manner.
March 29, 2024
5
Great office!
March 28, 2024
5
Dr Kaufman has a wonderful bedside manner and very knowledgeable and has my best interest at heart.
March 22, 2024
5
I trust Dr Kaufman very much with my ENT treatment.
March 21, 2024
5
Dr. Michael Kaufman is very personable, and squeezed me in to do ear wax removal. He has seen my daughter for a few years now. Great bedside manner!
March 14, 2024
5
Charging for services he did not do is very unsatisfactory.
March 10, 2024
5
Fabulous practice, caring doctor, and love the convenient location.
March 6, 2024
5
This is the best Dr of all my team during my cancer experience. He took the time to make me feel confident that I was going to be ok. When I was in a bad mood or scared he was always there to make me feel better. He's definitely my favorite Dr of all.
March 6, 2024
4
It would be fabulous if they found a cure for this illness that afflicts me and thousands of people.
April 28, 2024
4
Dr Kaufman was competent. I wish he had better prepared me for what could happen with using the ear drops recommended to soften the wax in my ears. I had not anticipated the pain I experienced using the drops nor not bring able to hear well out of that ear for the 3 weeks was using the drops.
February 29, 2024
3
Dr. Kaufman was pleasant enough, and I'm sure he's a very good doctor. But I just didn't feel like I had a thorough exam (except for a tube down my nose!) and explanation for what is going on with me. I was in and out in under 15 minutes.
April 3, 2024
3
Dr. Kaufman was pleasant enough, and I'm sure he's a very good doctor. But I just didn't feel like I had a thorough exam (except for a tube down my nose!) and explanation for what is going on with me. I was in and out in under 15 minutes.
April 3, 2024
4
It would be fabulous if they found a cure for this illness that afflicts me and thousands of people.
April 28, 2024
4
Dr Kaufman was competent. I wish he had better prepared me for what could happen with using the ear drops recommended to soften the wax in my ears. I had not anticipated the pain I experienced using the drops nor not bring able to hear well out of that ear for the 3 weeks was using the drops.
February 29, 2024
5
I had been with another practice for many years. I wanted a physician closer to home. Dr. Kaufman is great. He took time to listen to my concerns, read my history prior to my appointment, and explained treatment options clearly. I never felt rushed. He is very knowledgeable, and personable.
May 1, 2024
5
Dr.Kaufman is very kind and always has positive attitude when you arrive.Take his time and I have never felt rushed.8am appt.4.29 and I was in and out. Makes sure before you leave you don't have any questions or concerns. Wellstar Cherokee Health park is lucky to have a great doctor.Front desk staff was very nice at check in.
May 1, 2024
5
I appreciate how Dr. Kaufman explains things so I can understand.
May 1, 2024
5
I really appreciated Dr. Kaufman's thoroughness and congenial manner.
April 26, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman was very patient and took his time to explain everything to me. I was prepped for what to expect throughout the entire procedure. A thorough explanation was provided of the results. I did not feel rushed and all of my follow up questions were answered. He came highly recommended and did not disappoint!
April 26, 2024
5
Dr is 1st class as is staff always a pleasure
April 24, 2024
5
I think Dr. Kaufman is great!
April 14, 2024
5
Excellent Doctor with an Excellent Staff
April 10, 2024
5
Was a little early but took me right in Did not make me wait. All were pleasant an curtis.
April 5, 2024
5
The building and medical offices are comfortable. The doctor inspires my confidence. He performed a procedure on me that he promised was simple and wouldn't hurt, and it did. Very good doctor. I feel well cared for. Thank you.
April 5, 2024
5
Professional Informative Concise Detailed Very satisfied
April 5, 2024
5
It's been a long time since I visited a doctor's where I didn't wait for at least an hour! Great job getting me in and out with all the information I needed...in less than 15 minutes!!
April 5, 2024
5
The entire staff and Dr. Kaufman were professional and very considerate of my concerns.
April 5, 2024
5
Everyone was awesome!!
April 5, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman saw me initially even though he was completely booked. I was so appreciative as I had fluid in my ear for four months. I have an ongoing issue with this ear so am pleased to be with this physician and practice as I have received good care.
April 3, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman was very thorough, explained things to us, and we definitely, it was our first time meeting him, and definitely liked him. Thank you.
April 5, 2024
5
Doctor Kaufman worked quickly to remove a lot of wax from my ears. I plan to see him again next year.
April 3, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman was very detailed in his information and explanation of the condition being addressed and the upcoming surgery.
April 3, 2024
5
I appreciate that my schedule visit was on time.
April 2, 2024
5
Thanks to Dr Kaufman for your expertise as well as your kind and caring manner.
March 29, 2024
5
Great office!
March 28, 2024
5
Dr Kaufman has a wonderful bedside manner and very knowledgeable and has my best interest at heart.
March 22, 2024
5
I trust Dr Kaufman very much with my ENT treatment.
March 21, 2024
5
Dr. Michael Kaufman is very personable, and squeezed me in to do ear wax removal. He has seen my daughter for a few years now. Great bedside manner!
March 14, 2024
5
Charging for services he did not do is very unsatisfactory.
March 10, 2024
5
Fabulous practice, caring doctor, and love the convenient location.
March 6, 2024
5
This is the best Dr of all my team during my cancer experience. He took the time to make me feel confident that I was going to be ok. When I was in a bad mood or scared he was always there to make me feel better. He's definitely my favorite Dr of all.
March 6, 2024
5
I had been with another practice for many years. I wanted a physician closer to home. Dr. Kaufman is great. He took time to listen to my concerns, read my history prior to my appointment, and explained treatment options clearly. I never felt rushed. He is very knowledgeable, and personable.
May 1, 2024
5
Dr.Kaufman is very kind and always has positive attitude when you arrive.Take his time and I have never felt rushed.8am appt.4.29 and I was in and out. Makes sure before you leave you don't have any questions or concerns. Wellstar Cherokee Health park is lucky to have a great doctor.Front desk staff was very nice at check in.
May 1, 2024
5
I appreciate how Dr. Kaufman explains things so I can understand.
May 1, 2024
4
It would be fabulous if they found a cure for this illness that afflicts me and thousands of people.
April 28, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman was very patient and took his time to explain everything to me. I was prepped for what to expect throughout the entire procedure. A thorough explanation was provided of the results. I did not feel rushed and all of my follow up questions were answered. He came highly recommended and did not disappoint!
April 26, 2024
5
I really appreciated Dr. Kaufman's thoroughness and congenial manner.
April 26, 2024
5
Dr is 1st class as is staff always a pleasure
April 24, 2024
5
I think Dr. Kaufman is great!
April 14, 2024
5
Excellent Doctor with an Excellent Staff
April 10, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman was very thorough, explained things to us, and we definitely, it was our first time meeting him, and definitely liked him. Thank you.
April 5, 2024
5
Was a little early but took me right in Did not make me wait. All were pleasant an curtis.
April 5, 2024
5
The building and medical offices are comfortable. The doctor inspires my confidence. He performed a procedure on me that he promised was simple and wouldn't hurt, and it did. Very good doctor. I feel well cared for. Thank you.
April 5, 2024
5
Professional Informative Concise Detailed Very satisfied
April 5, 2024
5
It's been a long time since I visited a doctor's where I didn't wait for at least an hour! Great job getting me in and out with all the information I needed...in less than 15 minutes!!
April 5, 2024
5
The entire staff and Dr. Kaufman were professional and very considerate of my concerns.
April 5, 2024
5
Everyone was awesome!!
April 5, 2024
5
Doctor Kaufman worked quickly to remove a lot of wax from my ears. I plan to see him again next year.
April 3, 2024
3
Dr. Kaufman was pleasant enough, and I'm sure he's a very good doctor. But I just didn't feel like I had a thorough exam (except for a tube down my nose!) and explanation for what is going on with me. I was in and out in under 15 minutes.
April 3, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman was very detailed in his information and explanation of the condition being addressed and the upcoming surgery.
April 3, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman saw me initially even though he was completely booked. I was so appreciative as I had fluid in my ear for four months. I have an ongoing issue with this ear so am pleased to be with this physician and practice as I have received good care.
April 3, 2024
5
I appreciate that my schedule visit was on time.
April 2, 2024
5
Thanks to Dr Kaufman for your expertise as well as your kind and caring manner.
March 29, 2024
5
Great office!
March 28, 2024
5
Dr Kaufman has a wonderful bedside manner and very knowledgeable and has my best interest at heart.
March 22, 2024
5
I trust Dr Kaufman very much with my ENT treatment.
March 21, 2024
5
Dr. Michael Kaufman is very personable, and squeezed me in to do ear wax removal. He has seen my daughter for a few years now. Great bedside manner!
March 14, 2024
5
Charging for services he did not do is very unsatisfactory.
March 10, 2024
5
Fabulous practice, caring doctor, and love the convenient location.
March 6, 2024
5
This is the best Dr of all my team during my cancer experience. He took the time to make me feel confident that I was going to be ok. When I was in a bad mood or scared he was always there to make me feel better. He's definitely my favorite Dr of all.
March 6, 2024
4
Dr Kaufman was competent. I wish he had better prepared me for what could happen with using the ear drops recommended to soften the wax in my ears. I had not anticipated the pain I experienced using the drops nor not bring able to hear well out of that ear for the 3 weeks was using the drops.
February 29, 2024
4
Dr Kaufman was competent. I wish he had better prepared me for what could happen with using the ear drops recommended to soften the wax in my ears. I had not anticipated the pain I experienced using the drops nor not bring able to hear well out of that ear for the 3 weeks was using the drops.
February 29, 2024
5
This is the best Dr of all my team during my cancer experience. He took the time to make me feel confident that I was going to be ok. When I was in a bad mood or scared he was always there to make me feel better. He's definitely my favorite Dr of all.
March 6, 2024
5
Fabulous practice, caring doctor, and love the convenient location.
March 6, 2024
5
Charging for services he did not do is very unsatisfactory.
March 10, 2024
5
Dr. Michael Kaufman is very personable, and squeezed me in to do ear wax removal. He has seen my daughter for a few years now. Great bedside manner!
March 14, 2024
5
I trust Dr Kaufman very much with my ENT treatment.
March 21, 2024
5
Dr Kaufman has a wonderful bedside manner and very knowledgeable and has my best interest at heart.
March 22, 2024
5
Great office!
March 28, 2024
5
Thanks to Dr Kaufman for your expertise as well as your kind and caring manner.
March 29, 2024
5
I appreciate that my schedule visit was on time.
April 2, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman saw me initially even though he was completely booked. I was so appreciative as I had fluid in my ear for four months. I have an ongoing issue with this ear so am pleased to be with this physician and practice as I have received good care.
April 3, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman was very detailed in his information and explanation of the condition being addressed and the upcoming surgery.
April 3, 2024
3
Dr. Kaufman was pleasant enough, and I'm sure he's a very good doctor. But I just didn't feel like I had a thorough exam (except for a tube down my nose!) and explanation for what is going on with me. I was in and out in under 15 minutes.
April 3, 2024
5
Doctor Kaufman worked quickly to remove a lot of wax from my ears. I plan to see him again next year.
April 3, 2024
5
Everyone was awesome!!
April 5, 2024
5
The entire staff and Dr. Kaufman were professional and very considerate of my concerns.
April 5, 2024
5
It's been a long time since I visited a doctor's where I didn't wait for at least an hour! Great job getting me in and out with all the information I needed...in less than 15 minutes!!
April 5, 2024
5
Professional Informative Concise Detailed Very satisfied
April 5, 2024
5
The building and medical offices are comfortable. The doctor inspires my confidence. He performed a procedure on me that he promised was simple and wouldn't hurt, and it did. Very good doctor. I feel well cared for. Thank you.
April 5, 2024
5
Was a little early but took me right in Did not make me wait. All were pleasant an curtis.
April 5, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman was very thorough, explained things to us, and we definitely, it was our first time meeting him, and definitely liked him. Thank you.
April 5, 2024
5
Excellent Doctor with an Excellent Staff
April 10, 2024
5
I think Dr. Kaufman is great!
April 14, 2024
5
Dr is 1st class as is staff always a pleasure
April 24, 2024
5
I really appreciated Dr. Kaufman's thoroughness and congenial manner.
April 26, 2024
5
Dr. Kaufman was very patient and took his time to explain everything to me. I was prepped for what to expect throughout the entire procedure. A thorough explanation was provided of the results. I did not feel rushed and all of my follow up questions were answered. He came highly recommended and did not disappoint!
April 26, 2024
4
It would be fabulous if they found a cure for this illness that afflicts me and thousands of people.
April 28, 2024
5
I appreciate how Dr. Kaufman explains things so I can understand.
May 1, 2024
5
Dr.Kaufman is very kind and always has positive attitude when you arrive.Take his time and I have never felt rushed.8am appt.4.29 and I was in and out. Makes sure before you leave you don't have any questions or concerns. Wellstar Cherokee Health park is lucky to have a great doctor.Front desk staff was very nice at check in.
May 1, 2024
5
I had been with another practice for many years. I wanted a physician closer to home. Dr. Kaufman is great. He took time to listen to my concerns, read my history prior to my appointment, and explained treatment options clearly. I never felt rushed. He is very knowledgeable, and personable.