Dr. Herbert Steven Sims M.D., Ear-Nose and Throat Doctor (ENT)
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Dr. Herbert Steven Sims M.D.

Ear-Nose and Throat Doctor (ENT)

4/5(9)
1855 W Taylor St Chicago IL, 60612
Rating

4/5

About

Dr. Herbert Sims is an ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctor, also known as an otolaryngologist, practicing in Chicago, IL. Dr. Sims specializes in diseases and disorders of the ear, nose and throat as well as other parts of the head and neck. Such structures an ENT may work on include the sinuses, larynx (voice box) and mouth in addition to the ear, nose and throat. There are seven areas of expertise that an ENT might specialize in, and these are: allergies; facial reconstructive surgery; head and neck; laryngology; otology/neurotology; pediatric otolaryngology; and rhinology.

Education and Training

Yale School of Medicine M.D. 1994

Board Certification

OtolaryngologyAmerican Board of OtolaryngologyABOto

Provider Details

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Dr. Herbert Steven Sims M.D.
Dr. Herbert Steven Sims M.D.'s Expert Contributions
  • The Aging Voice

    If we are fortunate enough to keep living, our bodies will invariably begin to change. The vocal folds include muscles and overly tissue that can vibrate and make sounds. They are not protected from the normal again process. As we mature, our ability to produce voice evolves. Alterations and...

  • Help, please. Question about laryngitis treatment.

    Greetings, In general, smoking or any chemicals that you inhale (think hookahs, bleach, ammonia, asthma inhalers, etc.) can irritate and inflame the vocal folds. Marijuana is not different. It has mostly bad effects on the vocal folds. However, the vocal folds do have some defenses and can repair themselves. Azithromycin is formulated to keep working even after you stop taking it, so it will be active for a few days after your last dose, typically. READ MORE

  • Shortness of breath

    Hello, this is tough to answer without quite a bit more information. Shortness of breath has many causes and can come from the lungs, too much fluid in the body, heart failure, kidney failure and LOTS of reasons. That written, it can also come from anxiety and stress. The is something called Paradoxical Vocal Fold Adduction that can happen when the vocal folds move in the wrong direction. Namely, they should open when you take a breath and if they start moving towards each other, that can make someone feel short of breath. It would likely be a good idea to have some things checked out, but you could start with your primary care doctor. READ MORE

  • I have slight pain in my throat and it seems to be a little red. Can you suggest some quick home remedy to treat my condition?

    No substitutes for being seen and properly diagnoses, but, generally speaking, gargling with warm salt water can help. One can also add 100% pure Oregano oil (1-2 drops) to the salt water and gargle with that. If is isn't getting better, please see a professional. READ MORE

  • What causes my tongue to become white so frequently?

    Could be a lot of things. Vitamin and nutrient deficiencies can cause this. However, sometimes helps to just brush your tongue twice a day. Gargling with warm salt water and adding 1-2 drops of oregano oil might also help. READ MORE

  • What are the best ways to treat a throat infection?

    In general, a sore throat mat response to gargling with warm salt water (1 tablespoon Kosher salt in a cup of water). You can add 1-2 drops of oregano oil to this and see if that helps. If it isn’t getting better in a few days, however, you might need to be seen. READ MORE

  • I am experiencing a mild itching sensation inside my throat. Could it be a food allergy?

    Yes, it is possible that this was an allergic response. The thing about allergies is that often you me response will get worse with the second, third exposure and so on. So, it may be wise to figure out what causes the reaction and try to avoid it in the future READ MORE

  • What could be the reason behind my severe throat irritation?

    It could be a viral infection rather than bacteria. Acid reflux is also a possibility, generally speaking READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Laryngology, Care of the Professional Voice, Performing Arts Medicine

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Francis L. Lederer Professor of Otolaryngology University of Illinois 2019 - Present

Professional Memberships

  • ABEA, AAO-HNS, WPATH, NARAS, NATS  

Dr. Herbert Steven Sims M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 1740 W Taylor St

1855 W Taylor St -
Chicago, IL 60612
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New patients: 312-487-1238
312-996-6582
Fax: 312-996-4910

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Patient Experience with Dr. Sims


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Dr. Herbert Steven Sims M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 9 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Ear-Nose and Throat Doctor (ENT) in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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