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Alan Douglas Workman

Alan Douglas Workman, MD, MS

OtolaryngologyRhinology and Sinus Surgery

Mass General Brigham

Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adults
  • Geriatrics

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

About Alan Douglas Workman

Dr. Alan Workman is a fellowship-trained sinus surgeon with expertise in complex sinus surgery and endoscopic treatment of sinus tumors, cerebrospinal fluid leaks and skull base lesions. He is passionate about improving quality of life for patients with disorders of the nose and sinuses through effective medical and surgical treatments.

Dr. Workman has published over 100 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters and has a special interest in research on the pathophysiology of chronic sinusitis, focusing on interventions for patients with severe or refractory symptoms. He is also active in research regarding clinical surveillance following treatment of sinonasal malignancy.

Locations

  1. Mass Eye and Ear General Otolaryngology Service
  2. Mass Eye and Ear Sinus Center

Expertise

Education

  • Fellowship: University of Pennsylvania, Rhinology & Skull Base Surgery, 2024
  • Residency: Massachusetts Eye and Ear, Otolaryngology, 2023
  • Medical Education: Perelman School of Medicine @ University of Pennsylvania, 2018

Insurance

Search plans
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Options
  • Coventry
  • Fallon Health
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Mass General Brigham Health Plan
  • MassHealth
  • Medicaid CT
  • Medicaid ME
  • Medicaid RI
  • Medicare
  • Multiplan
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • TriCare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • Tufts Medicare Preferred
  • Tufts Public Health Plan
  • United Health Care
  • Wellpoint
  • WellSense

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

230 ratings, 113 reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

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  • Reviewed on 7/8/2026

    Dr. Workman is very respectful, patient, understanding, takes his time. I would obviously highly recommend him. It would be helpful maybe if things he told me got written down for me to take with me just because I forget things, but he's fantastic.

  • Reviewed on 6/20/2026

    Well run office, good care, Dr. Is excellent!

  • Reviewed on 6/18/2026

    I had a serious situation that my regular ENT Dr. [redacted] was not able to help, but made the arrangement for me to see Dr. Workman. I am very grateful for both doctors! Dr. Workman was wonderful to me, He explained what the situation was, and what needed to be done. Thankfully he had all the equiptment in his office, and I was able to go home with clear instructions on how to heal.

  • Reviewed on 6/17/2026

    Dr Workman was fantastic. Easy to understand what the process is going to be and answered all my questions.

  • Reviewed on 6/14/2026

    Dr. Workman was excellent with his diagnosis and explaining my options. He was very friendly and professional and understood my hesitation for surgery. I felt very comfortable with his medical opinion and his capacity if I do decide on surgery.

  • Reviewed on 6/11/2026

    I thought he was very courteous, professional, well-informed, gave us feedback, and most of all, just asked very pertinent questions to get a better diagnosis of what was concerning. And yes, I would recommend him.

  • Reviewed on 6/11/2026

    Dr. Workman is very professional. He is a very good provider. I highly recommend him.

  • Reviewed on 6/9/2026

    Amazing

  • Reviewed on 6/8/2026

    He answered the list of questions I went into my appointment with before I need to ask them. He used great analogies, comprehensive language, made eye contact, and used the appropriate amount of humor. He set both my own and my companion's concerns at ease without being dismissive or condescending. Made me very comfortable with him as my provider.

  • Reviewed on 5/22/2026

    Dr. Workman was incredible. He cleared up confusion from past providers and relieved me of my stress. He was an amazing doctor. He listened and he spoke and explained everything perfectly and took the time to calm me down. The nurses and staff and clerks were also amazing and extremely helpful. Would recommend Mass Eye and Ear to anyone who needs them.

  • Reviewed on 5/22/2026

    I felt the doctor was very knowledgeable and straight to the point. I felt very comfortable about what he was going to do when I went into surgery. I'm very satisfied.

  • Reviewed on 5/20/2026

    Knowledgeable Doctor, which becomes rare these days. So it is a relief to feel I am in good hands and get good expertise care.

  • Reviewed on 5/23/2026

    Dr. Workman is an exceptional ENT doctor. He is knowledgeable, thorough, and truly takes the time to listen and explain everything clearly. His calm and caring manner immediately puts you at ease, and you never feel rushed during appointments. I'm very grateful for the excellent care and highly recommend Dr. Workman to anyone looking for a skilled and compassionate ENT specialist.

  • Reviewed on 5/20/2026

    This provider Dr Workman was awesome. Very nice, competent, and is following up with me for an upcoming procedure.

  • Reviewed on 5/15/2026

    Great people

  • Reviewed on 5/15/2026

    Provider was one of the first to help find solution (s) for my ailment.

  • Reviewed on 5/14/2026

    Phenomenal

  • Reviewed on 5/10/2026

    Outstanding. Everyone from the I take personnel, nurses and doctors provided exceptional service

  • Reviewed on 5/9/2026

    Dr. Workman was wonderful. I can breathe again! I am so impressed with him.

  • Reviewed on 5/9/2026

    Dr Workman shines as a doctor . He listens to your concerns with the utmost compassion and concern. I've been a nurse for over 40 years , he is brilliant and a very compassionate human being. I am so grateful to have him as my provider! I can't thank him enough. What a lovely, wonderful caring doctor!!

  • Reviewed on 5/8/2026

    Dr Workman is thoughtful, brilliant, caring, professional, whose ethos exudes humility, compassion, honesty, and human kindness.

  • Reviewed on 5/8/2026

    Appreciated clarity of communication of this provider

  • Reviewed on 5/6/2026

    He had provided me with the absolute best, life-changing care for a year and a half now.

  • Reviewed on 5/6/2026

    I was very pleased and how prepared Dr Workman was when he came into the room to see me. He reviewed my medical records in the morning before my appointment, which was very impressive. That doesn't usually happen. I work in medical and I don't think any of my doctors ever have time to do that. He was very informative and I appreciated all the time you spent for me.

  • Reviewed on 5/6/2026

    Excellent

  • Reviewed on 5/5/2026

    Great treatment and everything explained

  • Reviewed on 5/5/2026

    Dr. Workman was wonderful.

  • Reviewed on 5/1/2026

    I think my Doctor listen completely to what I had to say about my medical problem. The doctor talked to me in a manner I could understand and what we need to do now and what could be needed in the future.

  • Reviewed on 4/16/2026

    Dr. Workman, as has been my interactions with Dr. [redacted] as well, was excellent. Both high-end professionals with very positive, upbeat personalities. A pleasure to work with, take their time and explain everything in simple, great detail.

  • Reviewed on 4/16/2026

    Dr Workman's office is very efficient. They were ahead of schedule and I was early. Worked great!!

  • Reviewed on 4/15/2026

    Dr Workman is especially wonderful- easy to talk with, responsive to concerns, medically so skillful I'm not even nervous!

  • Reviewed on 4/16/2026

    100/10. Every single time. Truly a world class team from front to back. I consider myself lucky to be a patient of Dr. Workman.

  • Reviewed on 4/11/2026

    Very positive disposition

  • Reviewed on 4/3/2026

    This was a referral from another ENT doctor. Dr Workman restored my faith in the medical profession. He listened, he made certain all my questions were answered, he genuinely expressed concern about my well-being, and he expressed a good deal of concern for my health.

  • Reviewed on 4/2/2026

    Dr. Workman listened carefully and seemed determined to find a solution to my problem. He was knowledgable and personable.

  • Reviewed on 3/30/2026

    I had, he was compassionate, caring, listened to every word I had to say. He explained everything thoroughly. I would recommend him a million times over.

  • Reviewed on 3/29/2026

    Excellent. Just very easy to talk with, knowledgeable and easily understandable. Explained everything to my husband and I and answered our questions.

  • Reviewed on 3/28/2026

    This was the best experience I've ever had in a doctor's office with Dr. Workman. I would highly recommend him to anyone. I'm looking forward to working with him. He was terrific.

  • Reviewed on 3/24/2026

    Dr. Workman was thorough and attentive. I felt that he listened to me and took the time to hear what I had to say.

  • Reviewed on 3/21/2026

    Dr Workman was patient, explained everything clearly to me. I'm a Senior and really appreciated that .

  • Reviewed on 3/21/2026

    Friendly, compassionate, informative, enthusiastic and knowledgeable.

  • Reviewed on 3/18/2026

    Dr. Workman was clear, efficient, and personable. He explained my CAT scan in detail in a way that I could follow and understand. He also listened to and answered my questions about a follow up surgical procedure.

  • Reviewed on 3/16/2026

    Very professional, very knowledgeable.

  • Reviewed on 3/14/2026

    Dr Workman is wonderful. He helped me with critical infection, three surgeries, medication and rinse interventions, scans, procedures, and education. He was also very informative and empathetic in partners with Mgh for more intervention on my behalf. Highly recommend.

  • Reviewed on 3/7/2026

    Dr Workman is an outstanding provider because he made me feel extremely comfortable answered all my questions and worked to resolve my sinus issues and trying to find the best course possible.

  • Reviewed on 3/6/2026

    Dr. Workman was fantastic and even helped us find the next follow-up doctor we would need to solve our problem. I would highly, highly recommend him.

  • Reviewed on 2/28/2026

    This was my first appointment with Dr Workman. He came in and I was impressed that he had reviewed my situation already. He clearly stated what he was going to do and did it while describing what he saw. Then informed about the 2 prescriptions sent to my pharmacy. I'm very confident that he was exactly the right Doctor for my case. I'm looking forward to our next appointment.

  • Reviewed on 2/15/2026

    Dr. Workman explained things well before my upcoming procedure. He is full of energy, knowledge, and passion for what he does. I had a fantastic experience and would recommend him to anyone!

  • Reviewed on 2/14/2026

    All positive.

  • Reviewed on 2/9/2026

    Don't lose him. He's the best I've encountered yet.

  • Reviewed on 2/8/2026

    This team is awesome! Everyone is nice and attentive.

  • Reviewed on 2/6/2026

    Dr. Workman was excellent. I have no complaints whatsoever. I was seen when I needed to be seen and talked to with respect and courtesy and plain English. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 1/29/2026

    Excellent and professional, they do their job.

  • Reviewed on 1/28/2026

    I believe he is competent, compassionate and understanding. He also has a nice sense of humor. After the surgery I am interested in becoming a patient of record.

  • Reviewed on 1/28/2026

    Dr. Workman was great. No complaints from me

  • Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    I always look forward to seeing Dr. Workman. I know he is super knowledgeable and I feel as my care is well taken care of and any questions I have, he is quick to let me know and discusses my options.

  • Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    The doctor was very nice and easy to talk to

  • Reviewed on 1/21/2026

    I was more than pleased to meet and be treated by Dr. Workman.

  • Reviewed on 1/18/2026

    So far, so good. First appointment. Hopeful for continued care.

  • Reviewed on 1/17/2026

    Overall I had a great experience with Dr. Workman and his staff.

  • Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Honestly one of the best experiences I've had at a doctor's appointment. Dr. Workman was friendly and informative, I left my appointment feeling like I received all the information I needed.

  • Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Dr Workman was patient with me as I tried to fully understand the vast information he provided for my treatment.

  • Reviewed on 1/14/2026

    Everything was Excellent!!!

  • Reviewed on 1/11/2026

    Dr.Workman is understanding caring and cares about his patience. Great service

  • Reviewed on 1/8/2026

    very professional

  • Reviewed on 1/7/2026

    Dr. Workman is a miracle worker, and I am already telling friends and family with chronic nasal problems to consider getting an appointment with him. He was so accommodating of my special needs, and his surgical work was simply perfection.

  • Reviewed on 12/31/2025

    The appointment was on a timely manner, and the Dr. is willing to help. In general, was great.

  • Reviewed on 12/28/2025

    Hi, great experience. Just a little more information on post-op since I had some bleeding and that's it.

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    Friendly, professional, expeditious. Super visit.

  • Reviewed on 12/11/2025

    It is clear that Dr. Workman is extremely knowledgeable, but also very caring for all of his patients. I felt very heard.

  • Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    Dr. Workman is a very nice doctor and very professional. I liked him immediately and he explained things and answered my questions so thzt I understood.

  • Reviewed on 12/8/2025

    i just feel like i am rushed through these appointments and i feel rushed and i wish they gave paper information on what they tell you, as i have a memory disorder and can't remember what they may say when its rushed and a lot of diff info

  • Reviewed on 11/27/2025

    Dr. Workman and his team are exceptional. [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 11/25/2025

    Everything was excellent!

  • Reviewed on 11/28/2025

    The provider was new to us and he provided the information that was essential and he took the time to explain things because there are questions that we raised and he answered them in a manner in which we could understand. He took the time. His bedside manner was excellent.

  • Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    Excellent experience

  • Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    I strongly recommend the complete Sinus clinic to anyone that needs their service 100%

  • Reviewed on 11/24/2025

    Dr. Workman is a brilliant young doctor. He was able to fully address my concerns and prescribe the right medications to treat my illness when urgent care was not enough to do so. My visit with him was thorough and did not feel rushed. I would highly recommend him to anyone with a nasal or sinus issue.

  • Reviewed on 11/22/2025

    I found him to be very, very professional. I liked him very, very much. He was very talkative. He told me everything I needed to know because I'm nervous. I couldn't ask for a better doctor. I thought he was excellent.

  • Reviewed on 11/22/2025

    A good listener

  • Reviewed on 11/26/2025

    Knowledgeable, treat patients with respected, take his time to explain with common words what the situation is.

  • Reviewed on 11/15/2025

    Dr. Workman has a wonderful demeanor. Not only does he present himself in a positive manner that made me smile, he clearly is well-respected by his staff. He was attentive to my health concerns and provided me with clear instructions to help me remedy my health issue.

  • Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    Yes, I was very pleased with the nurse and the doctor. He was very understanding and took good care of me. I was happy that I was there for that visit. I would not go anywhere else. They are awesome there thank you.

  • Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    Everything was so professional I couldn't believe how courteous and wonderful everybody was and top shelf of knowledge of everyone

  • Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    excellent physician. really listens to what I have to say and my concerns.

  • Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    I'm beyond grateful with my results , [redacted] Dr . Workman's knowledge , understanding and listening to the patients concerns justifying it all . I know can taste smell , and breath better . Thanks to mass Eye and Ear Dr. Alan Workman and all his team . [redacted]

  • Reviewed on 11/10/2025

    He was very pleasant, seemed very knowledgeable, he listened, he explained the process well, and most importantly, he cared that I feel better.

  • Reviewed on 11/5/2025

    Very professional. Very accommodating

  • Reviewed on 10/31/2025

    Dr. Workman is a superb doctor. We always get along great. I get everything I need from him. And it's important to note that on the answer to the first question, I meant to hit four and hit one instead. Everything I can say about this guy is first rate. Really, really appreciate him. Thank you.

  • Reviewed on 10/30/2025

    Dr. Workman was patient, very helpful & superbly professional. Very pleased!!

  • Reviewed on 10/30/2025

    Dr. Workman is one of the best doctors I have ever had. He never rushes you and answers all your questions. His bedside manner is incredible, and he always makes me feel comfortable and knowledgeable about what is going on.

  • Reviewed on 10/13/2025

    I felt comfortable with both staff, nursing and Dr. Workman. This was a referral from my ENT and my first visit with this group. I am pleased with the service and care and hopeful resolution to the issue that brought me to them.

  • Reviewed on 10/10/2025

    explained things very well

  • Reviewed on 10/10/2025

    Dr Workman made us feel comfortable about the procedure I was going to have. He explained what he was going to do, how I was going to feel after. We left feeling SOOOOOOO much better about the whole process.

  • Reviewed on 10/4/2025

    I am from Vermont so there are logistics to get to Boston but it was the best decision I made because of my upcoming surgery and knowing that the providers I am seeing there were highly recommended. My experience has been a good one and at this point we are all on this journey together.

  • Reviewed on 10/4/2025

    I really liked this Dr. very professional but communicated very well with me.

  • Reviewed on 9/25/2025

    He was very friendly, especially given the many x up in location. Upbeat, kind, knowledgeable, prepared.

  • Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    Dr Workman was so very Helpful! i was so glad to have met with him.

  • Reviewed on 9/21/2025

    Dr. Workman is always very pleasant. He's a very intelligent man but he doesn't talk over my head. He's very informative and makes sure I understand and have no questions.

  • Reviewed on 9/20/2025

    Very professional, a very good experience

  • Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    The best doctor in the world, excellent, very grateful.

  • Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    Very knowledgeable, patient, explained my condition fully. Have complete confidence in him.

  • Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    I recommend the doctor to all my friends, he is nice and he explain to me what going on with my nose and even he showed me that on the screen

  • Reviewed on 9/17/2025

    Listened to my "journey" and came up with a plan to fix it not just treat the symptoms

  • Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    Dr. Workman was very knowledgeable, confident, and compassionate. He embodies all that a doctor should be.

  • Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    Dr. workman was very friendly, knowledgeable,and professional.

  • Reviewed on 9/3/2025

    I felt that I was actually being listened to and that my concerns related to my breathing were not irrational. I was not meant to feel like just because I am not a doctor that my input and knowledge about MY own health isn't valuable. I appreciated the explanation, strategic plan, and clear timeline for my care.

  • Reviewed on 8/25/2025

    She was very knowledgeable and energetic and just had a really positive attitude that made me feel much better going into my surgery.

  • Reviewed on 8/23/2025

    Excellent!

  • Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Only minor issue I had was I wasn't advised on what I should or shouldn't do prior to the procedure (Should I fast, take my daily medication)

  • Reviewed on 8/21/2025

    Dr. Workman is everything you want in your doctor. Kind, caring, extremely knowledgeable, highly skilled surgeon. Takes the time to listen, explains things in terms you understand and answers all your questions. Very easy to talk to.

  • Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    Very cordial and understanding

  • Reviewed on 8/11/2025

    Dr. Workman and his staff were excellent. I got the original appt very quickly and got into surgery that very day! I felt very comfortable in his care.