Overview
Alex Tampio, MD, is an otolaryngologist who subspecializes in neurotology. He treats patients with conditions affecting hearing, balance, skull base and related structures in the head and neck.Approachable and communicative, Dr. Tampio emphasizes patient education and collaboration, and prioritizes communication with patients and their loved ones. It is important to him that his patients feel empowered to make the best decisions for their health and to have an exceptional clinic experience.Dr. Tampio is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He recently served as a medical volunteer in Ethiopia with Partners for Global Hearing, training local otolaryngologists in clinical and surgical skills to treat hearing loss and other ear disorders.In his free time, Dr. Tampio enjoys exploring, making his wife and kids laugh, and baking Italian bread. He is a huge fan of autumn, the World Cup and really spicy food.
Dr. Tampio is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, and Jones Syndrome.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1608 S J Street, 5th Floor, Tacoma, WA 98405
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alex Tampio
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alex Tampio?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alex Tampio by calling their office at 253-274-7505. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alex Tampio a top-rated expert for Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alex Tampio is classified as an Distinguished expert for Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Alex Tampio specialize in?
While Dr. Alex Tampio is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy, Infant Hearing Loss, and DFNB1. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Alex Tampio participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alex Tampio has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy. You can view a list of Dr. Alex Tampio's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alex Tampio accept my insurance?
Dr. Alex Tampio accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 253-274-7505 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- DFNB1Dr. Tampio isDistinguished. Learn about DFNB1.
- Infant Hearing LossDr. Tampio isDistinguished. Learn about Infant Hearing Loss.
- Jones SyndromeDr. Tampio isDistinguished. Learn about Jones Syndrome.
- Recurrent Peripheral Facial PalsyDr. Tampio isDistinguished. Learn about Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy.
- TinnitusDr. Tampio isDistinguished. Learn about Tinnitus.
- Advanced
- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Tampio isAdvanced. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Tampio isAdvanced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo
- CholesteatomaDr. Tampio isAdvanced. Learn about Cholesteatoma.
- Facial ParalysisDr. Tampio isAdvanced. Learn about Facial Paralysis.
- Familial DeafnessDr. Tampio isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Deafness.
- Experienced
- AnosmiaDr. Tampio isExperienced. Learn about Anosmia.
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Auditory Processing DisorderDr. Tampio isExperienced. Learn about Auditory Processing Disorder.
- Branchial Cleft CystDr. Tampio isExperienced. Learn about Branchial Cleft Cyst.
- Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP)
- Deafness Hypogonadism SyndromeDr. Tampio isExperienced. Learn about Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome.