Dr. Pavlina P. Suchanova

4.9 ( 183 reviews )

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Ratings for Dr. Pavlina P. Suchanova

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Dr. Suchanova was very helpful and went the extra mile for me. She took away any anxiety or concerns that I had by explaining everything to me. She made me feel more like a friend than a patient.

Submitted Dec. 13, 2014

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Dr. Suchanova is great and unlike some doctors she really seems to care about what she does. She uses a different septoplasty technique than most other doctors which eliminates the need to have your sinuses packed. This is replaced with splints and a nasal rinse which I found to be very manageable. One of my coworkers had the same surgery performed the traditional way and was definitely in pain and discomfort much longer than I was. Dr. Suchanova was very good at explaining every step of the surgery and was happy to answer any questions I had. If you are having trouble breathing or snoring, I definitely recommend going to see Dr. Suchanova.

Submitted Dec. 11, 2014

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Great doctor, my surgery was perfect. Thank you doctor Pavlina. She does care for her patients.
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Submitted Nov. 21, 2014

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Dr. Suchanova did a miracle job to my deviated septum that I have had since I was a little boy (age 10). I have lived with severe nasal restriction all my life due to trying to catch a baseball with my nose as a little boy until the day Dr. Suchanova treated me for a deviated septum. Long story short, two days ago she removed the splints from my nose after my out-patient day surgery and I have to say I have never know the ease of breathing effortlessly as I do now. She has a great sense of humor, extrememely competent in her specialty and I have already recommended her to several of my friends who need to be evauated. I HIGHLY recommend this doctor for any ENT evaluation or treatment. By the way, this is the first time I have ever given a rating to any doctor ever, so that says something to people who know me. I am glad that I went to Dr. Pavlina Suchannova!!!

Submitted Nov. 14, 2014

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Dr Suchanova recently did my three surgeries at the same time.she treated me for deviated septum,tonsils and sinus polyps.i would recommend dr Suchanova to everyone having ENT problem,she is wonderful doctor with lots of knowledge and experience and in my case i see that dr has done extraordinary job.my whole process from surgery to recovery went very smooth and i am glad that i went to dr Pavlina P.Suchanova.

Submitted Oct. 26, 2014

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I love Dr. Suchanova! I have suffered with chronic sinus infections for so long and I went to her office not knowing if she could help but hopeful. Not only did she discover that I have a deviated septum ( she Showed me the CT scan), but also a goiter that was the size of a fist. I was very unsure about having the goiter removed but she insisted and walked me through everything and I gained her trust in her confidence in her ability. The thyroid surgery went well and the incision has healed beautifully and I know its because of her skill as a surgeon. In a few weeks we will be doing the sinus surgery and I have full confidence that Dr. Suchanova and her staff will give me the best care available.

Dr. Suchanova and her staff are First Class!

Submitted Oct. 16, 2014

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nothing special, really. If you want to remove your tonsils, you will have them removed.

Submitted Sept. 19, 2014

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Very knowledgeable and caring, did a great job on my surgery.

Submitted Aug. 31, 2014

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wow… what can I say about Dr. S and her entire staff? She was always very positive and took into account my lifelong migraine problem, which is tied to pressure systems. Here in Houston I've developed severe allergies in my 55th year and didn't have a clue what it was doing to me. She did thorough testing, and SHOWED ME THE CAT SCAN to give me an entire briefing on what she found and how she would treat it. And that included a comprehensive plan for allergy shots to never go through this again. It was so evident to me her use of the best technology gave me the best care and impressed me. She was the SECOND OPINION I had for my problem and she was 180 degrees different than the previous doctor. And I knew I had found MY DOCTOR during the first meeting with her. She took the time to learn all about me, answering all my strange questions, and I was well-cared for during the surgery. Strong, confident, knowledgeable and embracing the best new techniques to accomplish the correcting of my deviated septum (not known to me until I saw the Cat Scan) to relieve my severe sinus congestion. This gives me hope I may wake up one day with a migraine. No matter what, even the relief I have already felt gives me more hope every day. I value Dr. S as a friend but as MY DOCTOR. And her office staff? They know me by name and care as much as she does for my health. A comprehensive approach with a factor of major care for this patient. Undoubtedly I recommend Dr. Suchanova and her team.

Submitted Aug. 29, 2014

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Dr. Suchanova is a gem. She performed a surgery for deviated septum and polyp removal. Her skill as a surgeon meant that I was not in pain and had little discomfort. Most people I have spoken with who have this procedure have a lot of pain, bruising and discomfort. I had none of this and it was because (in my opinion) of Dr. Suchanova. Her office manner is fantastic, she spends time to ensure I know why something matters and I have never once felt rushed. I would, (and already have) strongly recommend her.

Submitted Aug. 18, 2014


Dr. Pavlina P. Suchanova's Credentials

Accepting New Patients

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Biography

Dr. Pavlina Suchanova believes that being a successful physician is a calling, not just a profession. She is a strong communicator and easily connects with both children and adults of all ages, aiming to treat the entire family. Her excellent training and drive for continued learning enables her to treat her patients with the latest techniques and treatment protocols available, especially in the treatment of sinus problems with in-office balloon sinuplasties and in-office turbinate reduction. She also enjoys being an educator and her patients benefit from her detailed explanations of the clinical problems and treatment options. Dr. Pavlina Suchanova was born in the Czech Republic, a proud daughter of a classical pianist mother and a civic engineer father. Following in her mother’s footsteps, she initially studied classical piano but she always wanted to pursue medicine. Facing limited educational opportunities in her country, she immigrated into the United States as a teenager, learned English and was accepted at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan, where she earned a BA in anthropology and art history. She enthusiastically continued in her studies at the University of Michigan Medical School where she also received several commendations for communication skills, bedside manner and The Art of Medicine Award. During her medical school years, Dr. Suchanova was a very active member of her community and created an anti-smoking campaign for high school students, art therapy projects for hospitalized children, and also helped to organize two medical missions to India and Cuba. She has completed her residency in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston and proudly received the Otolaryngology Resident Teaching Award during her training. She is very excited to share her training, skills and enthusiasm with her patients and colleagues at the Houston ENT & Allergy practice. Dr. Suchanova loves to stay active with swimming and weight lifting, enjoys cooking ethnic cuisines of the world, volunteering in her community and exploring Houston’s rich art and music scene. She is fluent in English, Czech, Slovak and conversational in Spanish.

Languages

  • Czech
  • Slovak
  • Spanish
  • English

Education

  • Baylor College Of Medicine (Grad. 2008)
  • Wayne State University (Grad. 2003)
  • University of Michigan (Grad. 2004)

Areas of Expertise

  • Salivary gland cancer
  • Chronic sinusitis
  • Deviated septum
  • Snoring
  • Hyperparathyroidism
  • Tonsillitis
  • Allergies
  • Thyroid cancer
  • Hearing loss
  • Thyroid nodules
  • Acute sinusitis

Awards & Recognitions

  • Best rated ENT doctor in Houston on RATEMDS.com
  • Patients' choice award on VITALS.com
  • Compassionate doctor award on VITALS.com