I'm 77 and have seen a few MD's in my time. Dr. Gallivan is clearly the best. She is patient, caring, skillful and responsive and always greets me with a smile. These are qualities valued by old timers. read more

I've known Dr. Gallivan for years. Tonsils and adenoids for one child, tubes for two others. A huge take away was the hug she gives while your kids are getting there sleepy meds before surgery because she knows how it affects us as parents. That was many years ago. over the past year it's been care for myself. the last two visits not only did she address my ENT concerns but also solved other conditions I've been experiencing. she could have easily shooed me out to the appropriate specialist (which she does want me to follow up with these other specialist for sure) but she sat with me for 45 minutes even knowing it was not an ENT issue. I left my visit with clarity and direction. I can't say enough about her expertise, bedside manner and true care for her patient. There are not enough stars to rate Dr. Gallivan! read more

Dr. Holly Gallivan removed 2 1/2 golf ball sized amounts of tissue from my sinuses several years ago and cured my decades-long serious issues with breathing and constant coughing. I had absolutely no pain after the procedure and have not had pneumonia or bronchitis or any other respiratory problems since the surgery! She also corrected my deviated septum at the same time. To say she changed my life and my health would be an understatement. She is kind and understanding and she listens, in addition to being an incredible doctor and surgeon. I can't thank her enough! read more

I had a septoplasty done 3 years ago because I had a 95% deviated septum and also had severely overgrown turbinates that she reduced. I had no idea how poorly I could breathe until I recovered and I actually could breathe! I've had people say to me that "the surgery is just a bandaid, things will go back to the way they were before in a year, my friend had it done" etc etc. so I waited a few years before writing this review. Still breathing just as good as I was 2 months post op. No more snoring, no more breathe right strips, I sleep so much better and I'm not a mouth breather anymore! People don't ask me "do you have a cold?" On a daily basis either anymore because it has made my voice sound so much less nasally! Dr. Gallivan was very friendly, personable, and willing to accommodate my situation. I told her I was a singer and she used a different type of intubation that wouldn't affect my vocal cords during the surgery. The whole process went very smoothly, she was realistic with what results to expect, to expect post operatively and the recovery process and she made herself accessible when I had questions beforehand. She really seemed like she had a strong passion for what she does and I would recommend her to anyone needing an ENT surgeon! read more

She was absolutely amazing. Being a 23 year old, with repetitive strep throat infections, many doctors were quick to write me off and just send me on my way with antibiotics. She took the time to truly listen to me and my health concerns. She moved around her schedule to accommodate me, getting me into surgery within two weeks. Being a grad student, I did not have time to be sick. She performed a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy. Surgery went amazing. My tonsils were chronically infected and antibiotics were no longer doing anything. Would recommend her to anyone for an ENT procedure. Thorough, caring and extremely smart. read more

Dr. Gallivan was wonderful with my son. We had been to other ENT doctors who automatically recommended surgery for his deviated septum. Holly did a thorough analysis and even discussed topics that I had no idea could be related to this issue. I'm happy with our path forward, without surgery. read more

All my life, I have suffered from headaches every day. I didn't realize it was as bad as it was, since I had experienced them since I was a child. Finally, at age 25, I had just recovered from a nasty double ear infection and was experiencing "leaking" out my ears. My primary care referred me to Dr. Gallivan, and even though I went to her for my ears, she had me get a CT scan of my sinuses - good thing she did! Lo and behold, I effectively had none. I had never developed frontal sinuses, and my maxillary sinuses were so underdeveloped they were the size of peas. She recommended surgery, and needless to say at 25, or any age, that's a scary thought. But she talked me through it, explained the risks and the benefits, and why she thought it would be my best option. And boy, was she right! It was not an easy surgery and I had a few complications, but now (almost three years later) I can say it was so very worth it. I don't have headaches every day! I get them still, but not as often! And I can blow my nose (something I wasn't aware I wasn't doing successfully before.) and the number of sinus infections I get has been drastically reduced, from about 6-8 documented per year to maybe 1-2. Oh, and did I mention she's an absolute joy to work with? She's personable, funny, and relatable. I remember to this day she was cracking jokes with me as they were putting me under for anesthesia. I couldn't recommend her more! read more

Dr. Gallivan saw my son (age 3) after a long week of many other doctor visits. He presented with a serve ear infection and antibiotics were not helping. Dr. Gallivan took one look at my son and knew something was not right, he was very pale. Dr. Gallivan sent us to Tufts in Boston, they drew his blood and he was diagnosed with Leukemia that afternoon. Dr. Gallivan is one sharp doctor and I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking for a ENT. Sent from my iPhone read more

Dr Gallivan has been my ENT doctor for so many years and I hope so many more years to come! She was with me every step of way through my covid Christmas, she walked me through everything and made sure I hade what I needed to get through! She made me check in everyday with her on her personal number through text with temperature, oxygen levels etc... Dr Gallivan always makes you feel like you are her only patient! She is number one in my books! I just love her! read more

Not happy at all with Dr. Gallivan. Quick to jump to CT and MRI for my 2. 5 year old who had two episodes of heavy nose bleed. Quick to talk about worst case scenarios without any evidence. Caused very high anxiety level for parents of a medically complex child who already had lot of radiation exposure as baby. Second opinion with Childrens' shows very reassuring results and no need for advanced imagining at all. read more

Dr. Gallivan is amazing- she was able to take care of my acute medical situation with such skill and empathy. She communicated clearly what she was doing and my recovery was very smooth due to her top-notch work. She impressed me in every way, and I feel fortunate that I was in such great hands with her. read more

She is a Sharp Dr. for sure, and easy to talk to. I went to see Dr. Gallivan for sinus pressure I was having, and after a very detailed consultation, she ended up having me tested for Lyme Disease. Sure enough, I have Lyme Disease. I have no idea how long I would have gone without knowing. read more

I have a problem breathing through my nose. Dr. Gallivan has a great manner. She explained my situation thoroughly and spent the time with me to talk through my options, from the least invasive (ignoring it) to the most invasive and reconstructive (internal surgery with cosmetic adjustment). She anticipated most of my concerns and referred me to another doctor whom she recommended very highly for a second consultation. I would definitely recommend Dr. Gallivan as a competent, careful, and thorough doctor who seems to be a really nice person too. I also liked the nurses and receptionists who helped me at the Winchester office. They were all very agreeable and helpful. read more

Dr Gallivan Is dedicated to giving the utmost care to every patient. Her persistence with my issue ended up with an early diagnosis of lymphoma. Had she not been as thorough as she was I might not be writing this. read more

Okay physician is one part Wonder Woman and second part a highly skilled specialist. I will not go into the details, but I experienced an acute problem and I am here to write review because of her skills. One more thing, she spent time with my spouse after the procedure to offer reassurance and comfort. Bravo! read more

After many seasons, both winters and summers suffering through insane migraines, I was referred to Dr. Gallivan by my primary care physician. I was pleasantly surprised and relieved when I had my first appointment at her office. Worried that my migraines were being caused by something more serious than allergies, Dr. Gallivan did an MRI of my sinuses, making sure there were no tumors and she also examined my jaw...and found that the migraines were caused by TMJ...apparently I clench my jaw. I also go for yearly hearing tests since hearing loss runs in my family, and her office sends detailed results in the mail about a week after the test is done. Dr. G is very thorough, which all doctors should be. She explores all options and possibilities before making any diagnosis and is very on top of each individual patient. I would highly recommend Dr. Gallivan for anyone in need of an Ear, Nose, and Throat doctor. read more

Dr Gallivan excels in every aspect of patient care! My 17 year old daughter presented with a fast growing node under her chin that required surgical removal. Dr Gallivan was able to remove the node and cause minimum scarring, swelling and pain. Her bedside manner is nothing short of amazing and she always makes you feel that the patient's well being is the utmost important to her. She educated my daughter and me on the procedure, why it was necessary and how she was going to handle it which certainly eased both of our nerves. The entire office staff is pleasant and accommodating. Sherry couldn't have been nicer when scheduling all of our appointments. In my book Dr Gallivan and her staff are as good as it gets! read more

Great doctor and clinic. Everyone there is efficient and nice. I'm not a big fan of the newer office in Woburn because it is further out than where I want to be but I'm glad they're keeping the Winchester office. read more

Dr. Holly Gallivan really is as good as it gets! Her attention to detail and bedside manner are both rare these days. She is incredibly thorough and gets results to her patients much quicker than I ever expected. I went to see Dr. Gallivan with some annoying tinnitus and after a high-frequency hearing test and an MRI to rule out anything else, she informed me that I actually lost much of my high-frequency hearing. She went on to test my balance and inner ear and discovered that I have Meniere's disease in one ear. I had never even heard of this but after Dr. Gallivan's careful explanation I now understand what I am up against before I ever truly experienced any of the vertigo conditions that may affect me in the future. I feel fortunate to know of my condition so that I can manage it as safely as possible with diet and exercise. She really is one of the most caring medical professionals that I have ever encountered. read more

I was referred to Dr. Gallivan after experiencing debilitating vertigo symptoms. By the time I saw Dr. Gallivan, the demands of coping with this condition while caring for small children and trying to work full time had reached a boiling point. Dr. Gallivan offered empathy, true empathy in assessing my situation and condition. She carefully explored the possibly causes of my condition and made sure I understood. Her mantra, "do you have any questions" was asked genuinely and patiently. She really wanted to exhaust all of worries, fears, and questions. She did not leave the office that day without first asking me to recount what she had told me. It was a lot of information, and she wanted to make sure I understood what I was facing, what was likely, and how to proceed. After a series of tests, we met again, reviewing a long list of results. She carefully went through each test result, making me a partner in my health (as it should be but so often isn't!). I was given good news, and I was flooded with tears of gratitude, relief, and exhaustion. Dr. Gallivan again offered her unparalleled empathy. I wasn't just a patient with a condition. I was a woman, a friend, someone who mattered. She is a rare gem! read more