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Dr. Francis Hobson, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat* Age 58
Dr. Francis Hobson, MD
3.6 (20 Ratings)
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Dr. Francis Hobson, MD is a Head & Neck Surgery Otolaryngologist in Kankakee, IL.
Dr. Francis Hobson, MD
3.6 (20 Ratings)
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Dr. Francis Hobson, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat* Age 58
Kankakee, IL
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience
Dr. Francis Hobson, MD is a Head & Neck Surgery Otolaryngologist in Kankakee, IL.

About

Dr. Hobson graduated from University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine in 1995 and completed a residency at Chas R Drew University Med and Science.Dr. Francis Hobson, MD is a Head & Neck Surgery Otolaryngologist in Kankakee, IL and has 29 years experience. Dr. Hobson currently practices at AMITA Health Medical Group Family Medicine Channahon and are affiliated with Presence Saint Marys Hospital. Dr. Hobson has experience treating conditions like Enlarged Turbinates among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Hobson received an average rating of 3.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 20 times. Dr. Hobson's office accepts new patients. Dr. Hobson is board certified in Otolaryngology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Enlarged Turbinates
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Chronic Rhinitis
Enlarged Turbinates
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Chronic Rhinitis
Acoustic Nerve Disorder
Acute Sinusitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Cervical Vertigo
Chronic Sinusitis
Conductive Hearing Loss
Deviated Septum
Dizziness
Dysphagia
Earwax Buildup
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Nasal Polyp
Nonsuppurative Otitis Media
Nosebleed
Otitis Media
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Sinusitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Sleep Apnea
Sudden Deafness and-or Hearing Loss
Suppurative Otitis Media
Tinnitus
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Vertigo
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Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Acoustic Neuroma
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Respiratory Infection
Acute Tonsillitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Allergic Rhinitis
Bell's Palsy
Black Hairy Tongue
Broken Nose
Cholesteatoma
Chronic Adenotonsillitis
Chronic Tonsillitis
Common Cold
Cough
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Deafness
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Ear Ache
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Ear Cancer
Ear Disorders
Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT) Cancer
Facial Fracture
Facial Nerve Disorder
Geographic Tongue
Head and Neck Cancer
Head and Neck Infections
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Headache
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Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Hyperacusis
Labyrinthitis
Laryngeal Cancer
Leukoplakia
Loss of Smell and Taste
Malignant Otitis Externa
Maxillary and Malar Fractures
Meniere's Disease
Mixed Hearing Loss
Motion Sickness
Nose Cancer
Oral Cancer
Orbital Fracture
Osteosarcoma
Otosclerosis
Outer Ear Infection
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Perforated Eardrum
Perilymph Fistula (PLF)
Peritonsillar Abscess
Pharyngitis
Salivary Gland Cancer
Sinus Disorders
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Sudden Idiopathic Hearing Loss
Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
Thrush
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Thyroid Cancer
TMJ
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Tongue Cancer
Tongue-Tie
Tonsil Cancer
Tonsillitis
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Vocal Cord Nodule
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Vocal Cord Polyp
Wheezing
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Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
Adenoidectomy
Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Audiometry
Balloon Sinuplasty
Caldwell-Luc Procedure
Carotid Ultrasound
Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
Cochlear Implant Insertion
Ear Tube Placement
Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
Excision or Destruction of Palate or Uvula Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Pharynx Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy
Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Oral Cancer Screening
Perforated Eardrum Repair (Tympanoplasty)
Rhinoseptoplasty
Sphenoidotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroid Scan
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tonsillectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Ultrasound, Thyroid
Vestibule and Floor of Mouth Excision or Destruction

Insurance Accepted

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  • Medicaid
  • HealthLink
  • Curative PPO
    Curative EPO
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  • Aetna
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • WellCare
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • Cigna
  • Coventry Health Care
  • Sagamore Plus
  • Humana
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Medico
  • Blue Preferred Plus POS
  • United Healthcare
  • WellPoint
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Coventry Health Care of Missouri
  • HealthyBlue 2.0
  • Assurant Health
  • Medicare
  • Tricare
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Locations

  1. 1 AMITA Health Medical Group Ear, Nose & Throat Kankakee
    455 W Court St Ste 406, Kankakee, IL 60901
  2. 2 AMITA Health Medical Group Primary Care New Lenox
    410 E Lincoln Hwy Ste 251, New Lenox, IL 60451
    Monday
    07:30 - 16:45
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 16:45
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 16:45
    Thursday
    07:30 - 16:45
    Friday
    07:30 - 11:45
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hobson
3.6
Based on 20 Reviews
5 Stars (13)
4 Stars (0)
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1 Star (7)

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Nov 20, 2022
My first visit, he listened and provided a thorough exam. He was able to provide a better path forward to a diagnosis. He discussed different ideas very well and eliminated other concerns. Thanks, Doctor
Tom Flowers — Nov 20, 2022
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Specialties*
Ear, Nose, and Throat
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine
    1995
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Chas R Drew University Med and Science
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Minnesota Ear Head Neck Clinic
    2003
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Francis Hobson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Hobson's profile.

Dr. Francis Hobson, MD is affiliated with Presence Saint Marys Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Francis Hobson, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Presence Saint Marys Hospital

    500 W Court St, Kankakee, IL