James J. Kearney, MD
Otorhinolaryngology
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Schedule onlineCall 800-789-7366

James J. Kearney, MD

Otorhinolaryngology
Accepting new patients
Sees patients age 18 and up
Penn Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Washington Square
Schedule onlineCall 800-789-7366
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About me

  • Chairman, Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Pennsylvania Hospital
  • Associate Program Director, Otorhinolaryngology Residency Program
  • Medical Director, Penn Rittenhouse Ambulatory Surgery Center
  • Vice Chair for Education, Department of Otorhinolaryngology
  • Professor of Clinical Otorhinolaryngology: Head and Neck Surgery

James Kearney, MD, serves as the Chairman of Otorhinolaryngology at Pennsylvania Hospital. He has practiced at Pennsylvania Hospital since 1998. He has clinical expertise in surgery for nasal and sinus disorders, as well as tumors of the thyroid, parathyroid, and parotid glands. He is board certified in Sleep Medicine and performs advanced surgical procedures for sleep apnea, including hypoglossal nerve stimulators.

In addition to his practice, Dr. Kearney is the Associate Program Director for the University of Pennsylvania Otolaryngology Residency Program. His academic interest is in resident education and he serves in leadership roles for simulation training for the American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery. He has served as President of the Medical Staff at Pennsylvania Hospital and currently serves as the Vice Chair for Education in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology.

My education and training

  • Thomas Jefferson UniversityMedical School
  • Thomas Jefferson University HospitalResidency
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Spoken languages

English
English

Reviews

Average Rating

1142 reviews

Comments are submitted by patients and reflect their views and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Penn Medicine.

Anonymous
October 2026
I felt he did not take my situation seriously and that I had nothing to be concerned about about
Anonymous
October 2026
Dr. Kearney has been a trusted physician for over 26 years. His expertise, bedside manner , and integrity makes me feel like a valued patient.
Anonymous
October 2026
Dr Kearney was very pleasant. He explained everything I needed to know. Took my questions with ease and gave me feedback that I could understand. I will see him again for a follow up visit.
Anonymous
October 2026
I was recommended to Dr. Kearney by my daughter who is his patient. Obviously she is also very happy.

Insurance accepted

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Locations

PRIMARY LOCATION
800-789-7366
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Penn Medicine hospital privileges

  • Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania: Has privileges to treat patients in the hospital.
  • Penn Presbyterian Medical Center: Has privileges to treat patients in the hospital.
  • Pennsylvania Hospital: Has privileges to treat patients in the hospital.
Dr. Kearney is a Penn Medicine provider.

Qualifications and experience

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Research

Publications

Anderson TD, Kearney JJ Osteosarcoma of the Hyoid Bone , Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 126(1): 2002,81-2

Kim SH, Kearney JJ, Atkins JP Percutaneous Laryngeal Collagen Augmentation for Treatment of Parkinsonian Hypophonia , Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 126(6): 2002,653-656