
Valerie A. Wood, MD
Otolaryngology
- Saint Luke's East Hospital
- Saint Luke's South Hospital
- Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City
- Saint Luke's North Hospital–Smithville
- Saint Luke's North Hospital–Barry Road
About Valerie A. Wood
Born in Cincinnati, Ohio, Dr. Wood spent weekend days as a young girl accompanying her father, a local private practice Ear Nose and Throat Surgeon, on hospital rounds visiting patients and interacting with hospital staff. It was this early exposure to medicine and her father's passion for patient care that lead Valerie to pursue a career in medicine.
She attended Tufts University in Boston for her undergraduate education and The Ohio State University College of Medicine for Medical School. Dr. Wood completed her residency training in otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Kansas. During her time as a resident, Dr. Wood spent time rotating at Saint Luke's Hospital of Kansas City. She so enjoyed her time working with patients, physicians, nurses and staff that she chose to stay in Kansas City and join the medical staff and Saint Luke's ENT Specialists after completing her residency.
As a general otolaryngologist, she is interested in evaluating and treating both children and adult patients with a broad scope of ear, nose, and throat disorders. She is passionate about patient education and often draws head and neck anatomy for her patients so they can better understand the anatomy causing their symptoms.
Locations
- 4320 Wornall Road, Suite 512, Kansas City, MO 64111
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- 5844 Northwest Barry Road, Suite 340, Kansas City, MO 64154
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- 120 Northeast Saint Lukes Boulevard, Suite 300, Lees Summit, MO 64086
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Expertise
Education
Ohio State Univ, School of Medicine
Medical SchoolUniversity of Kansas Medical Center
ResidencyInsurance
- Aetna Choice POS II Local (excluding National General STM plan, I-35 Preferred Plan, and HCA, Advent Health, and NKC Hospital employee plans)
- Aetna Elect Choice
- Aetna Federal Employees Health Benefit Plan
- Aetna First Health Network (excluding limited benefit plans)
- Aetna HMO
- Aetna HMO Local
- Aetna Managed Choice
- Aetna Medicare Assure (HMO)
- Aetna Medicare Core Value HMO
- Aetna Medicare Plan (Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO)
- Aetna Medicare Premier and Premier Plus HMO
- Aetna Medicare Premier Preferred HMO
- Aetna Missouri Preferred
- Aetna Open Choice PPO
- Aetna Select
- Aetna Select Local
- Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA)
- Aetna UAW Retiree Medical Benefits Trust (Medicare Advantage HMO, PPO)
- Aetna Workers Comp
- American Health Advantage-Missouri Medicare Advantage
- BCBS of Kansas (call provider)
- BCBS of Kansas Blue Choice Preferred Care Blue PPO
- BCBS of Kansas City Blue Select Plus (UCMO and City of KCMO)
- BCBS of Kansas City Federal PPO
- BCBS of Kansas City Freedom Network PPO
- BCBS of Kansas City Freedom Network Select PPO
- BCBS of Kansas City Preferred Care
- BCBS of Kansas City Preferred Care Blue
- BCBS of Kansas City Traditional
- BCBS of Kansas Federal
- BCBS of Kansas Traditional
- BCBS of Michigan Medicare Advantage PPO
- Blue KC Medicare Advantage HMO
- Blue KC Medicare Advantage PPO
- Century Health Solutions (PPO)
- Cigna Connect/Simple Choice KC Market
- Cigna HMO
- Cigna OAP
- Cigna PPO
- CompResults/CompAlliance (WC) PPO
- Health Choice of Northwest Missouri (PPO)
- HealthSCOPE Benefits (Orsheln Industries)
- Healthy Blue MO Medicaid (Missouri offices)
- Home State Health Plan Missouri Medicaid (Missouri practices)
- Humana
- Humana Choice PPO
- Humana ChoiceCare PPO
- Humana Community HMO
- Humana Gold Choice PFFS
- Humana Gold Plus HMO SNP - Medicare Advantage
- Humana Honor PPO
- Humana Kansas City PPOx
- Humana Medicare Advantage Team Care Gold HMO
- Humana Medicare Advantage Team Care Gold PPO
- Humana National POS-Open Access Plans
- Humana Preferred PPO
- Humana SmartExpress PPO
- Humana SmartNet PPO
- Humana SmartSuite PPO
- HumanaOne PPO
- Integrated Health Plan PPO
- Kansas Health Advantage/Kansas Superior Select, Inc (KSSI) Medicare Advantage
- Medica Connect
- Medica Select
- Medicare
- MultiPlan/PCHS (PPO)
- Occupational Health Management PPO (WC)
- OHA Networks (WC)
- OHARA Managed Care (WC)
- Private Healthcare Systems PPO
- Provider Partners Health Plan
- ProviDRs Care Network PPO (formerly WPPA)
- Sunflower State Health Plan Kansas Medicaid (Kansas practices)
- TRICARE WEST
- Triwest Veterans Affairs Patient Centered Community Care
- UHC Medicare Erickson Advantage plans-KC
- United Healthcare - AARP Medicare Advantage Choice Plans
- United Healthcare - AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot
- United Healthcare - All Savers Insurance Company POS
- United Healthcare - Choice
- United Healthcare - Choice Plus
- United Healthcare - Community Plan (KS Practices, KanCare, Kansas Medicaid)
- United Healthcare - Community Plan (MO practices, Missouri Medicaid)
- United Healthcare - Core and Core Essential
- United Healthcare - Definity Health Reimbursement Account POS
- United Healthcare - Definity Health Savings Account POS
- United Healthcare - Golden Rule HMO (HMO & PPO)
- United Healthcare - Indemnity
- United Healthcare - Managed Indemnity
- United Healthcare - Navigate
- United Healthcare - Options PPO
- United Healthcare - Select
- United Healthcare - Select Plus
- United Healthcare - United Health One
- United Healthcare Individual Exchange Benefit Plan (IEX) MO and KS Plans Only
- UnitedHealthcare - AARP Medicare Complete Choice
- UnitedHealthcare - AARP Medicare Complete HMO
- UnitedHealthcare - AARP Medicare Complete PPO
- UnitedHealthcare - Dual Complete SNP PPO (MO and KS)
- UnitedHealthcare - Group Medicare Advantage PPO
- UnitedHealthcare - Medicare Complete
- UnitedHealthcare - Medicare Gold SNP
- UnitedHealthcare - Medicare Silver SNP
Ratings & Reviews
5 out of 5
405 ratings, 91 reviewsThe 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2025
Dr.Wood is always amazing. She is so sweet and caring, listens to you and even draws pictures so I understand exactly what Is going on. She Is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/27/2025
Doctor was very efficient in explaining the treatment plan while recommendations were clear and concise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/22/2025
My wife and I absolutely adore Dr. Wood
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/12/2025
Dr. Wood is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2025
Dr. Woods is a good doctor I hope she doesn't leave.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
Dr Wood is an excellent compassionate doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/19/2025
Very caring Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2024
Dr. Wood is caring, she takes her time to explain. Really good bedside manner. She's helpful, kind and respectful. She's one of the best. Empathetic, willingness to explain and provide solutions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/20/2024
caring and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/19/2024
Thorough manual examination of the ear, touched on TMJ as possible source of migraines. Very personable!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/14/2024
Wonderful, communicative and caring physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2024
All my questions were answered and concerns addressed
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2024
EXCELLENT!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/1/2024
Dr. Wood was great and I'm really looking forward To work with her in the future. Thanks
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2024
Informative, helpful education on BPPV
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2024
For sure, Dr. Wood is my favorite doctor. She is top notch all around.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2024
A+++
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2024
Everyone was very professional and understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2024
she's amazing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2024
Very satisfied with Dr Wood
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2024
I think Dr Wood is a great physician. She listens to the patient and then explains the issue(s) very clearly as to the course of treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/26/2024
Dr. Wood and her staff are always thorough and very easy to speak with. I really appreciate the extra mile Dr. Wood goes to in order to make sure any questions are answered.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
Dr. Wood is probably the best Dr. I've met
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/14/2024
Dr Wood is the BEST!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/10/2024
Excellent! All the way around!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2024
Very professional, yet very warm and understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2024
I felt the entire staff ask questions that helped zone in on existing challenges and a realistic plan of care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2024
Dr Wood was excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2024
Dr. Wood is an excellent physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2024
Dr. Wood is an outstanding physician!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2024
Dr. V. Wood was outstanding. Very professional and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2024
She is totally excellent. I actually look forward to seeing her when I have an appointment. She is really special and totally professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/28/2024
Dr. Wood has addressed my issues and has found treatments that have helped me tremendously. I think she is THE BEST!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2024
Dr. Wood is an excellent doctor. Caring, knowledgeable and listens. I couldn't ask for more in a doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2024
Great experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2024
I felt comfortable from the moment l met her. Her solutions were well thought out and compassionate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2024
Dr. Wood exceeded my expectations. I felt very informed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2024
Easy to talk to surgeon, showed affability and experience at the same time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/6/2024
Dr Wood is excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2024
Terrific!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/2/2024
Very happy with Dr. Wood
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/27/2024
I appreciated Dr. Wood's concern, knowledge, and care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2024
Dr Wood was awesome!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2024
Love Dr Wood! Excellent bedside manner and very knowledgeable in her field!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2024
DR. WOOD IS SO PERSONABLE AND THOROUGH. I ALWAYS FEEL "HEARD".
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/18/2024
Dr. Wood is the best ENT I have ever had
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/16/2024
Great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2024
Dr Wood is awesome, one of the finest & caring Dr.'s I've ever had the pleasure to be treated by.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2024
She is WONDERFUL
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2024
Dr. Wood is exams are clearly explained in addition to drawing a picture of what's being explained. She is a wonderful person and doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/2/2024
I have been a patient here for a long time and am very happy with the service that I am provided.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/19/2024
Dr Wood is wonderful! She takes care of my issues with my ear so my quality of life is better. She really listens to your concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2024
Kind, courteous, concreted, competent, confidebce-inspiring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2024
Dr. Wood is very impressive, very clear in her explanations, and very thorough.She's quite awesome.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2024
Dr Wood is phenomenal!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2024
I never felt rushed gave me her full attention. Very Pleased.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2024
Dr Valerie wood very knowledgeable and caring :)
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/4/2024
Dr. Wood is an exceptionally capable physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/4/2024
Very good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/4/2024
Dr Wood is terrific. She listens very well to the concerns of her patient and is very clear in her explanations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2024
Dr Wood is excellent! She knows me & will ask about things we've discussed in previous visits. She is authentic & I appreciate that.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2024
Dr Wood is an amazing doctor. She took the time to explain everything to me and make sure I understood everything.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2024
Dr Wood and her entire staff are the BEST.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2024
Dr. Wood was super confident and clear in the way she examined and explained everything to me. She was to the point, super knowledgeable and at the same time very compassionate. I have seen many doctors but she really stood out in a way she dealt with my issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2024
Very good Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/15/2024
Dr. Wood is excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2024
Dr. Wood is an outstanding physician. She is caring and professional, creating relationships with her patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2024
Excellent Dr. feel very confident and reassured.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2024
Dr. Wood goes beyond what I would have expected.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/4/2024
Dr. Wood is amazing. I can't say enough good things about her !
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/3/2024
Dr Wood is very good and provides great followup on test results and care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2024
Everything about my visit was exceptional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2024
Dr Woods the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/23/2024
Dr. Wood is the BOMB! She listens and answers questions clearly. She understood my concerns and agreed that action was necessary to resolve my issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/21/2024
Very good experience. Dr listens intently. Very patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2024
I look forward to seeing Dr Wood she is happy and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/14/2024
Dr Valerie Wood is an incredible doctor. She is very thorough in her explanation and her drawn diagrams. She has a wonderful memory.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/13/2024
Dr Wood is wonderful!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/12/2024
I love my dr!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2024
I have already recommended this physician to many of my friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/4/2024
Dr Wood was great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2024
The care at the ENT Clinic is stellar!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/25/2024
Physicians do not get better than Dr Valerie Wood. I'm so grateful for her care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/25/2024
Doctor Wood really enjoys her profession. She has a wonderful personality, very intelligent. She could brighten up any room she walks into.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/21/2024
Thanks for keeping me educated & informed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2024
Thorough, knowledgeable, clear, and has a great demeanor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2024
Dr. Wood is wonderful! She is compassionate, knowledgeable, and listens well. She was able to prescribe a medication that has solved my problems!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2024
Dr. Wood is amazing! Her professionalism, keen insights, and thoroughness are best in class!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2024
She listens, she draws pictures to explain what she is saying, she is the best ever.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/16/2024
My doctor was a good listener and proactive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/15/2024
Love Dr Wood, very kind & friendly, explained surgery with great detail.