Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Taylor Shepard, MD

    5.0 (5 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Taylor Shepard, MD Photos

    You might also consider

    Recommended Reviews - Taylor Shepard, MD

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Robyn K.
    144
    37
    10

    5 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    10 years ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 years ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Ask the Community - Taylor Shepard, MD

    You might also consider

    Verify this business for free

    People searched for Ear Nose & Throat 743 times last month within 15 miles of this business.

    Verify this business

    David Nolen, MD

    David Nolen, MD

    (2 reviews)

    Bryker Woods

    I was very fortunate to find Dr. Nolen. I probably would not be writing this review today if he…read morehad not taken on my case. My surgery was 8 hours, Epic effort by him and the OR Team. After, I remember waking up in recovery and thinking "wow, I can breath again." The first time I met Dr Nolen, he came into the room and told me" I was reviewing your case last night and this what I think we need to do". At this point I had seen a lot of people, no one had offered a plan and few had reviewed my case prior to seeing me. I knew when he told me that, I had found someone who can help me get the care I needed. I cannot write enough good things about him and his staff or thank him enough.

    I can't say enough good things about Dr. Nolen. He displays confidence without arrogance. He's…read morefriendly and very informative. He's a good listener. He doesn't rush you, he always have time for you and your concerns. During your appointment he focuses on you. Dr. Nolen told me upfront of the risks of my much needed surgery. My age was a factor (68). I could end up with partial facial paralysis. The surgery involved working around a major nerve that controlled the movement of the right side of my face. That nerve might need removal and then replacement. I might not be able to close my right eye or close my lips together on the right side of my face after the surgery. I could end up drooling. He has years of experience in any event. On my first visit I felt very confident he could do the job. He told me everything I needed to hear. I had a tumor in my right parotid gland. I also had a second tumor in my right ear canal. That second tumor had pretty much ended my hearing in that ear. One looked to overlap the other. From the CT scan the one was deep and could near a jugular vein. They had both been there since 2019. Four years of knowing weighs on one's mind. A biopsy was done prior to my meeting Dr. Nolen by Dr. Whited also of Austin ENT. He referred me to Dr. Nolan after realizing the magnitude of the necessary surgery. His specialty is throats not so much ear related issues. But he too could have performed the surgery. That referral also speaks volumes to the abilities of Dr. Nolen. Another thing I needed to hear was that it could take 6-7 hours of surgery. That concerned me greatly. He assured me with confidence he had preformed much longer surgeries. After the surgery he told me the way it was. The surgery ended up being much easier than originally assessed. Luck was on my side he had seen and operated on much worse. In the end I had very little facial paralysis, which was mostly being able to firmly close my lips together. The exciting news, I feel I got back more hearing in that ear than I thought possible. Thank You Dr. Nolen!

    James V. Kemper, M.D

    James V. Kemper, M.D

    (21 reviews)

    Bryker Woods

    Surgery performed by this man ruined my life. A relatively common surgery turned into severe…read morehearing loss, tinnitus, permanent loss of most taste and dry mouth. If I could give a negative score, I would.

    After suffering with SCDS for years, it was time to finally take the step to have it corrected…read more Elective inner ear / brain surgery is never high on anyone's "to-do" list, but it did afford me the added time of doing a thorough search to find the best ENT Surgeon I could locate. While I was planning on selecting a surgeon here in Austin, I did not limit my search to just this city. I looked in all areas of Texas and even beyond. However, once I identified Dr Kemper, I was confident that I had found the best surgeon for my needs regardless of location. To be brief, Dr. Kemper is a fantastic surgeon. He listens well, explains himself and addresses any concerns with honesty and professionalism. Plus, he's done this procedure many, many times and knows exactly what needs to be done. To say "I trust him" is an understatement. I knew that my condition would be taken care of withit Dr Kemper. My surgery was 6 months ago. Not only did Dr Kemper live up to my expectations but I am happy to say that I am better today that I have been in many, many years. My condition is 100% corrected and there are no residual effects from the procedure; even my 8" scar is invisible and no nerve issues with my skin. I cannot thank him enough or recommend him any higher - he's the best. I would also like to thank his staff for their excellent care. Ironically, my condition required the partnership with an Austin Brain Surgeon who is also "Dr. Kemper". While they are not related, they both worked flawlessly as a team, and I am forever grateful. Cheers!

    Robert Nason MD - Office

    Robert Nason MD

    (36 reviews)

    University of Texas

    Dr.Nason is very knowledgeable and he will make it very clear, he is extremely condescending and…read morelikes to talk more than listen. The entire office communication was extremely difficult, I would leave multiple voicemails and not hear back for days and weeks. I was going to have a tonsillectomy as well as sinus and septum surgery all at once to his recommendation, it took almost 2 weeks for them to inform my insurance and when I called to finally schedule he surgery it was more days of waiting for a call back. I had time to seek another opinion, discuss and schedule surgery with another doctor, they called me back the day before my tonsillectomy with my more responsible doctor, who split up the procedures, if not I don?t know how I would recover since the tonsillectomy has put me through the ringer. Nason is money hungry and arrogant. Their office is unhelpful. Do NOT go to this office.

    Before my office visit I was able to have a telemedicine visit, even as a new patient. I greatly…read moreappreciated that. I was able to fill out all my patient forms online ahead of time, so they were completely ready for me when my appointment began. Dr. Young was very understanding of my issue and explained the different options I have for addressing it. This resulted in an in-person visit. I was greeted quickly and very friendly.  The waiting room is very calming; you only hear the light music from the front desk and the hum of the air purifier. The nurse who took me back to the room and took my vitals was very friendly and made me feel welcome. My visit with Dr. Young was awesome.  She explained everything she did, step by step, and was patient with all of my questions. Building is in a quiet area and has ample parking. Hand sanitizer is available throughout the building and outside the office door.  Masks are required throughout the building and offices, including this office.

    James Hicks, MD

    James Hicks, MD

    (5 reviews)

    I waited almost an hour to see Dr Hicks, he came in and asked all the same questions his nurse had…read moreand offered no assistance. He said he was going to prescribe me something for my ear issue and when I showed up at my pharmacy, they told me nothing was called in. This was a horrible experience and I would never recommend Dr Hicks.

    I went to Dr. Hicks after being referred by my GP for chronic tonsillitis and throat infections…read more After one look in my throat, Dr. Hicks suggested a full tonsillectomy. I asked him about the procedure and he was very forthcoming and informative. I went to the Austin Diagnostic Surgical Center off 360 for my procedure and the whole thing went very quickly and without a hitch. I never saw Dr. Hicks the day of my surgery though. The recovery was very rough, as expected, and Dr. Hicks' associate Dr. Bryarly was on call through the weekend. I had more communication with him about recovery problems and he was very helpful and always returned our calls. I was admitted into the hospital on Day 3 for dehydration and extreme pain and Dr. Bryarly was there to check me in. Dr. HIcks did eventually show up to my room the next day and didn't have much to say. He didn't even look at my throat, which I thought was odd. He did however prescribe me some great pain relievers which helped the rest of my recovery to be far less traumatic. But as far as the surgery goes, I was out like a light before I even remember being in the operating room. The wounds were very clean and neat, so to speak. My uvula was not swollen a bit, this can be a problem from doctors banging around back there. My face wasn't sore and my tongue felt untouched. I read a lot of stories about the horrible tongue pain (from the mouth clamps they use) and I had no issue. Based on videos I've watched and information I've read about tonsillectomies, Dr. HIcks did an excellent job of removing them. There was absolutely no post-op bleeding either. I would recommend both doctors at the ENT department of the ADC. Tonsillectomies are MUCH harder for adults and it won't be a fun or easy ride, but I'm glad it's over and I believe I was in good hands.

    Taylor Shepard, MD - earnosethroat - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...