
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Pediatrics
- Teenagers
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Provider Gender
MaleAbout David Chen and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
I believe in building strong relationships with my patients, having a clear understanding of their needs, and sharing my expertise in a way that allows them to fully participate in their own care.
Specializing In
Rhinoplasty (cosmetic and functional nasal surgery)
Surgical and non-surgical treatment for facial paralysis
Reconstruction following Mohs surgery or other defects resulting from skin cancer
Reconstruction following facial trauma
Scar revision
Otoplasty (correcting protruding or malformed ears, earlobe repair)
Rejuvenation surgery for facial aging (face and necklift, browlift, blepharoplasty)
Minimally invasive cosmetic procedures (injectable fillers, neurotoxins, laser skin resurfacing)
Interests & Activities
I enjoy hiking, camping, rock-climbing, and snowboarding.
Research and Publications
Hospital Affiliations
Banner - University Medical Center Tucson
Preferred Phone Number
520-694-8888
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Oregon Health & Science University-OHSU, Facial Plastic Surgery, 2020
- Residency: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Otolaryngology, 2019
- Medical School: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 2014
Board Certifications
- Otolaryngology: American Board of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, 2021
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Locations
- Banner - University Medicine North
- 3838 North Campbell Avenue, Building 2, Tucson, AZ 85719
Testimonials
4.9 out of 5.0
346 ratingsAll patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
Excellent dr
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
Excellent physician, easy to talk to; very courteous.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/7/2025
I felt he genuinely listened to my concerns and he made sure I understood of all treatment options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/6/2025
Dr. Chen is very knowledgeable and very good at explaining what he sees and treatment options and possible risks/effects of no treatment. I trust his skills as a Surgeon and his motivation of providing the best outcome for his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/3/2025
He is superb!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2025
Dr David Chen is an amazing Dr very empathetic, meticulous and very knowledgeable, I would recommend him to anyone, he gives you all the answers and takes time to listen also.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/26/2025
Dr. Chen is very professional, kind, and thorough. He really takes the time to listen and explain everything clearly. I felt cared for and confident in my treatment and ready for my first surgery
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2025
He kept me well informed and I felt he always did his best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2025
I trust him because he is very gentle and very patient. Explained everything very well
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2025
Patient and great listener. Felt he was very competent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2025
Dr. Chen is very personable and very compassionate. He shows interest in his patients and makes us feel at ease
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2025
He is knowledgeable, professional, and sincere.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2025
Answered questions and explained his recommendations
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/26/2025
Dr. Chen was very friendly and informative. He was happy to answer any questions I had and explain what he saw and recommended.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
He was very polite gentle and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2025
I have been a patient of Dr. Chen for a couple of years. He reconstructed my nose and is very careful and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2025
He is very careful and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Very caring listen and explain everything to me. Lift my spirits!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
Dr. Chen is an excellent doctor. He genuinely cares, listens and explains any procedure that one might have. I respect and genuinely like Dr. Chen and his staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
He was very engaged and informative. He was friendly and conveyed his interest in making sure my needs were met.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Dr. Chen is has a great bed side manner. Explains things very well, lets me tell him my concerns, listens and helps me understand what I need to do and look for moving forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2025
Dr. Chen is thorough, extremely knowledgeable, kind, unrushed, and always checks to see if I have any concerns before leaving.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
There has been nothing at all with Dr. Chens care that wasn't excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/7/2025
Dr Chen was amazing! He explained everything thoroughly and was so kind!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/23/2025
Very thorough and courteous
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2025
Dr Chen explained my surgery in terms I could understand. He was very caring and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2025
Dr. Chen took his time to answer all of my questions. I am pleased with my postoperative healing and overall results. Dr. Chen is a fantastic surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2025
Dr. Chen is awesome!!! A rating of 5 million plus stars go out to him!! He is magical and is THE BEST EVER!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2025
He is very professional, clearly explained the procedure to me and I am very satisfied with the result.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2024
He is an excellent Doctor ant very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2024
Great service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2024
Very personable and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2024
He is a very proficient and knowledgable surgeon. He is admired by his peers, even at other hospitals, for his talents and personality.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2024
Super professional takes his time explaining process of procedure. Eases anxiety level. Very caring and understanding. Answers all questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2024
Dr. Chen is a Rock Star!! He is amazing and cares!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2024
Very knowledgeable and willing to answer questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2024
His history, knowledge of my issue, straight forward mannerism and coverage of all my concerns and questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2024
I trust the care he gave me!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2024
He is so kind, very reassuring and was very thorough in his explanation of the procedure I was needing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2024
Friendly and informative
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2024
Professionalism and knowledge. Also he is very kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
Very professional and very nice. Always answers all my questions and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/8/2024
He is an excellent Dr.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2024
He is very knowledgeable and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2024
He has the desire to help people. Charming and caring. Answers questions. Knows his stuff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
Dr Chen is an amazing Doctor and I appreciate all he has done for me. He the best in what he does.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
Dr David Chen was present in every appt and kept me in the loop in every step of my journey.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2024
Very professional, kind explained everything that I'm going through very well and very specific on what I'm going to be going through in the future
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2024
Great bedside manor, and made me feel very at ease.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2024
He patiently answered my questions and was professional as well
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2024
Dr Chen diagnosed the problem correctly and completed the surgery and recovery with no issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2024
He cares about his patients more than a pay day!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2024
Dr. David Chen is the best ENT in the world.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2024
Very skilled surgeon, pleasant disposition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2024
Excelente servicio, excelente médico
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2024
Dr Chen is amazing!!! He is so kind, genuine, and professional! He is absolutely great and extremely talented! My family and I are very grateful to him!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/7/2024
He appears to have great compassion for his patients. He explains what will happen with surgery, and doesn't hurry with his patients by answering all of their questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/3/2024
He is a top-notch provider. I was beyond nervous and so scared for the surgery. He put such ease to my concerns and I genuinely felt like he cared about me as an individual patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/1/2024
Excelente doctor, excelente atención
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/31/2024
He listens. He is knowledgeable, and he has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/22/2024
He is amazing. I can't say enough good things about him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2024
Great customer service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/29/2024
The doctor and his staff showed me excellent care for my needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2024
Very patient and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2024
Very knowledgeable and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2023
He is very personable. He explained everything well and I feel comfortable with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2023
He did a good job.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/15/2023
He was a cool guy and was very knowledgeable in his profession. Made me feel comfortable and explained things in detail to make sure I understood everything. Great doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2023
Very straight forward and honest and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2023
Competent and personable staff.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2023
He is knowledgeable and professional and gentle. He explained everything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2023
Thoughtful, caring and easy to understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2023
Great interaction with him, answered all my questions and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/11/2023
He is very intelligent and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2023
Professional, easy to talk to, and engaged with the patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2023
Phenomenal physician overall.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2023
Efficient and confident.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2023
He is very knowledgeable and skilled. A wonderful Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2023
He is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/24/2023
Dr. Chen was amazing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/18/2023
Very informative, empathetic, congenial
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2023
Dr. David was personal. He will do a good job.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2023
Very good and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2023
Caring, takes time to answer all my questions. He truly has it all, an excellent surgeon! Gifted!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2023
He is the very best. He is amazing!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2023
Dr. Chen was extremely kind, curious and capable at my appointment with him. I have a confusing issue and he was the third Dr. I visited about it. His expertise, friendly mannerism and great listening skills lead him to a possible solution. I have yet to decide whether to go forward with the procedure but have high confidence in being in his care if I do.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2023
Dr Chen is very pleasant person in conversation and likes helping people so I have confidence in him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/3/2023
He was really patience and kind to me, he explained everything perfectly, it was a really comfortable appointment, I will totally recommend him to threat them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2023
Dr Chen genuinely cares, he takes the time to answer all questions and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/12/2023
He was knowledgeable and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/6/2023
He the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/1/2023
Confident with his care and training. Explains everything and goes over the plan.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2023
He is an excellent Doctor. He has a great personality. He is very knowledgeable and skilled. I have a lot of confidence in him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2023
He is a wonderful and excellent Doctor. I have up most confidence in Dr. Chen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/5/2023
Doctor Chen is top notch and I have a lot of confidence in him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/9/2025
Doctor Chen was professional and explained in layman's terms about my condition and how he could modify the problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/25/2023
Excellent physician
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Banner - University Medicine North
3838 North Campbell Avenue, Building 2, Tucson, AZ 85719
Banner - University Medicine North
3838 North Campbell Avenue, Building 2, Tucson, AZ 85719

