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Lewis Overton, MD

Lewis Overton, MD

Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) - General & Oncology, Head & Neck Surgery, Ear, Nose, and Throat

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Locations

ENT - Head & Neck Surgery - Raleigh Campus

WakeMed Raleigh Campus Andrews Center
3024 New Bern Avenue, Suite 200
Raleigh , NC 27610

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Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 12:00pm
ENT - Head & Neck Surgery - Raleigh Campus

ENT - Head & Neck Surgery - Oberlin

505 Oberlin Road
Suite 240
Raleigh , NC 27605

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Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 12:00pm
ENT - Head & Neck Surgery - Oberlin

ENT - Head & Neck Surgery - Apex

WakeMed Apex Healthplex
120 Healthplex Way, Suite 302
Apex , NC 27502

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Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 12:00pm
ENT - Head & Neck Surgery - Apex

About Me

Dr. Lewis Overton is a board-certified ear, nose & throat (ENT) physician with clinical interests in adult and pediatric general ENT, head/neck cancer and endocrine surgery (thyroid, parathyroid, and endoscopic pituitary surgery), as wells as open and endoscopic skull base procedures. He earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC and completed his residency in Otolaryngology at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he served as the chief resident.

Dr. Overton completed a fellowship in advanced head and neck surgical oncology and skull base surgery with the Queensland Skull base Unit at Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane, Australia.

Dr. Overton focuses on providing the most advanced care to patients while maintaining a level of quality and safety that is second to none. Outside of work, Dr. Overton enjoys going to the beach, surfing, hiking, swimming and traveling. While at home, he enjoys cooking and spending time with his fiancée Andrea, and their dog Loki." .

Education

Residency:
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC

Undergraduate:
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC (Biology)

Medical School:
The Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC

Fellowship:
Princess Alexandra Hospital, Brisbane, Australia: Head and Neck cancer / Skull Base surgery

Board Certifications

Ear | Nose & Throat (ENT), Certified

Provider Ratings

5 out of 5

(306 ratings)

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.

138 Reviews

09/04/2023

Time spent, discussion and further testing.

09/28/2023

I really appreciate the time and explanation he gave me. Was extremely impressed With the whole visit

09/28/2023

Tiffany Bruce-Bartley is the absolute best. She totally understands the struggle of a sick kid and getting them in for surgery ASAP. She stayed in contact with us and let us know as soon as a cancellation became available to get my child in ASAP for surgery. She is the absolute best!!!

09/27/2023

I was satisfied with Dr.Overtons care & staffs curtsy. I would highly recommend my friends & Family to Dr. Overton

09/25/2023

Both the PA and the MD were excellent! The check in process was easy and quick. The medical assistant that asked us the questions about medications and such was also excellent.

09/21/2023

The entire staff is outstanding: prompt, professional, friendly and actually seem to love what they do from the front desk to the Doctor!

09/02/2023

Dr. Overton was quick to notice my response to my first post surgery follow up visit. I quickly became lightheaded and was close to fainting. He was quick to respond and was able to help me lay down and recover fast without passing out.

09/17/2023

Dr. Overton is an excellent doctor and communicates in a friendly professional manner. Anomis [] is incredibly caring and does a great job working with her patients.

09/16/2023

The staff is very good. The two women at the desk are great. The PA was excellent. Dr. Overton is outstanding.

08/31/2023

Dr [] and Dr Overton we’re great

08/03/2023

His caring nature and interest in answering questions

08/03/2023

The overall experience was excellent, from registration to discharge. We also the audiologist who was exceptionally professional and affable. All in all, WPP ENT hit a home run! Thanks

08/26/2023

Everything

08/23/2023

Dr Overton did a great job listening to my concerns and reviewing updates from follow ups before giving his medical opinion. He was attentive and helped to dispell concerns and provide peace of mind. I appreciate both visits and the care I received at WakeMed ENT from Dr Overton and his team. Thank you.

08/23/2023

Dr. Overton and his staff are excellent, caring, knowledgeable, and I recommend them highly.

08/20/2023

The lady at the front desk was very friendly. The nurse and doctor as well. The appointment went above and beyond my expectations and I wasn’t there very long which was helpful since it was my third doctors’ appointment of the day. I’m very pleased!

08/11/2023

Very good experience for me, great job

07/30/2023

Dr. Overton is an excellent physician. He is thoughtful, thorough and caring with very goof communication skills. I would not hesitate to reccomend him to anyone.

07/30/2023

The teamwork of the staff was excellent and I felt confident that I was receiving the best treatment. Dr. Overton is a good listener as well as a good explainer!

07/30/2023

The audiologist was outstanding with my child and explaining everything going on.

07/30/2023

I was 15 min late (at least). When I got there I found out that I was even later than 8 thought., so I was even more embarrassed , the staff had even gone to the trouble of finding me an earlier date vs Sept. When I found out I could stay for my appointment I was very grateful. . Dr Overton found a piece of debris/wax in my ear. I’m sure it had been effecting my hearing.

07/29/2023

Dr. Overton is very professional but at the same time you feel like you have a friend to talk to. Everyone from the two ladies at the front desk to the nurse and Dr Overton you feel special. So glad to be a patient there.

07/27/2023

Short wait time to see the Dr. and pleasant staff.

07/24/2023

That the doctor was willing to work with our situation and make suggestions and have a back up plan incase the situation occurs prior to surgery.

07/21/2023

Dr Overton did my son’s [] a few months back. He was totally awesome and explained everything to me. I therefore, was very comfortable seeing him for my own health issues. He was very informative and explained everything in detail. I was extremely satisfied with his medical care.

07/20/2023

Everything excellent 👌 Thank you

07/19/2023

Everyone was wonderful. Thank you for providing such excellent care to my daughter!!

07/17/2023

Dr. [] was amazing and very tentative, Dr Overton was great, and all the staff are amazing.

07/13/2023

Yes. It was a good follow up appt, he liked the progress I made since surgery, was genuinely concerned about how I was doing, moved forward on getting me the speech therapy I felt had been delayed.

07/11/2023

Excellent rapport and communication! Kind, personable, and efficient. Not rushed. Knowledgeable and caring when addressing my health concerns.

07/01/2023

Very concerning about my health and VERY “ We handling this “ to make sure I would get comfortable

06/08/2023

In and out of appt time

06/07/2023

Dr. Everton was very congenial clear in sharing the results of the test and possible future procedures.

06/07/2023

Dr. Oberlin's approach to sharing information was greatly appreciated as it helped to reduce my anxiety. He shared images on the monitor and explained what they were in a practical way that was non-condescending, which is rare!

06/07/2023

Visit to office was excellent; doctor and staff were exceptional. Questions were answered and extra time spent answering questions. I liked not feeling rushed or hurried.

06/30/2023

Excellent care from beginning to end

06/27/2023

Ashton, the audiologist is wonderful!!

06/23/2023

Personnel

06/22/2023

Dr Overton was very caring and knowledgeable

06/22/2023

Every body was very nice

06/02/2023

Very professional

06/16/2023

Friendly, open

06/15/2023

He is out standing Dr very nice and understanding

06/15/2023

Excellent experience.

06/13/2023

Everything! Best ENT experience ever.

06/12/2023

Dr Overton and Ashton both were very professional and cared about the service they provide

06/12/2023

The entire team did an excellent job - scheduling, registration, nurse and doctor.

06/11/2023

Extremely impressed with Dr. Overton - his personable and caring attitude. He looked me in the eye and strong handshake and first words “How are you doing?” made me know for certain I came to the right place, when the day before I had just been informed that I had [] and was still in shock.

06/10/2023

Dr Overton is the ONLY Dr that I trust at Wake Med!!!!

06/01/2023

I felt the doctor and nurse were both very helpful and caring. this was my first visit and I was very nervous and appreciated the caregiver’s kindness

05/31/2023

Super nice staff.

05/30/2023

Dr Overton

05/30/2023

Dr. Overton, took time to explain how we should handle any further nosebleeds. The only thing was the cause of the nosebleeds was never discussed. I really liked the facility and staff. I really felt cared for while there.

04/03/2023

Both the nurse and the doctor were courteous and professional.

04/03/2023

Everyone was so pleasant and professional

04/27/2023

The Audiologist was amazing.

04/27/2023

Everything

04/27/2023

All

04/25/2023

Everyone was absolutely amazing, called us back because an early appointment was available. Truly amazed how awesome the entire office was.

04/22/2023

Entire process from scheduling to exam. Professional, courteous, efficient and prompt.

04/21/2023

The whole staff was very friendly and extremely competent. Dr Overton went over and beyond in his care of me.

04/17/2023

Dr.Lewis Overton was very attentive and he was very easy to communicate with. He referred to notes taken by PA (who was also excellent) and listened to my concerned and was easily to communicate with. I left the visit knowing that I was heard and that my concerns and pain was not taken lightly.

04/13/2023

Yes, very professional and friendly at the same time. Thanks

03/07/2023

Dr Overton very nice guy very professional

03/06/2023

Exceeded all expectations. Great doctor. Celeste was excellent!

03/24/2023

The visit moved along smoothly and without delays. Appointments for surgery and additional needs were scheduled quickly. Dr. Overton’s explanations were sufficient.

03/23/2023

Dr. Overton was absolutely awesome with our baby. He is knowledgeable, thorough and friendly. We would recommend him to anyone!

03/02/2023

Dr. Overton's proven flexibility and bedside manners is outstanding! We appreciate his care!

03/02/2023

The staff was ver pleasant

03/19/2023

What was the best he listened to all my questions and gave me strong answers the visit with Dr.Overton was great.

03/19/2023

all good

03/18/2023

Aaron the PA Excellent

03/16/2023

Very nice knowledgeable doctor

03/11/2023

The whole visit with Dr Overton and staff was excellent. It was an excellent choice for my hearing problem.

03/11/2023

Every person I encountered from check-to checkout was friendly and professional. This group is the best!

03/10/2023

Dr. Overton and his team were very thorough and excellent in explaining my condition and showed compassion and were very courteous to my husband and sister. Did not rush and answered our questions in a

02/09/2023

Dr. Overton was very kind, understanding and I felt he truly listened to my concerns. He gave me options for next steps along with his recommendation. A great experience. I also want to say his PA (who came in first) was just as kind and caring. Neither acted “rushed”. All the staff I interacted with was pleasant.

02/07/2023

Excellent knowledge and communication skills

02/07/2023

Over all I would say and RECOMMEND DR OVERTON to All that need an ENT. I Trust Him ALWAYS

02/04/2023

Dr. Overtone and the staff were outstanding.

02/02/2023

Dr. Overton has all of the characteristics that one would want in a doctor- empathetic, listened well, friendly, very knowledgeable, explained things well, and he made me feel comfortable.

02/02/2023

Dr. Overton's care, interest level, and explanation was excellent and exceeded my expectations versus other doctors I've visited in the past. I would highly recommend him and WakeMed.

02/16/2023

I was very impressed with the care I received from Dr. Overton and the attending staff. They were friendly, and caring and kept me informed throughout the process

02/12/2023

This was my first visit with Dr. Overton and he was excellent in all respects. I also had a hearing test and the doctor who performed it was first rate as well.

02/12/2023

He took the time to explain my conditions. He was very nice.

02/12/2023

Services and follow up, excellent

02/11/2023

PT was very polite and helpful. Eager to help patient. Knowledgeable. Dr Overton was polite, thoughtful, complete in exam and helpful. Very good experience with my follow up and answered all my questions.

02/11/2023

Everyone was very efficient and friendly from checking in to leaving.

02/01/2023

Dr. Overton gave me outstanding treatment and advise.

12/27/2022

The overall experience was excellent

12/25/2022

Dr Overton is a top notch Dr. He really listens and does not make you feel rushed to move to the next patient. He explains things very clearly. His office is run extremely efficient. Checked in and called right back. I will highly recommend him to others.

12/23/2022

Everyone was pleasant and helpful

12/22/2022

Overall Dr. Overton cares and listen to the patient and that goings a long way when it comes to trusting a doctor. He about to set the patient mind free from the stressful situation that they are facing. Thanks to Dr. Overton and the Wake Med staff at took excellent care of me in they presence.

12/21/2022

Great visitThank you

12/15/2022

I feel that Dr. Overton is one of nicest and kindest doctors that I’ve seen in quite a while.

12/12/2022

Loved everything.

12/10/2022

Everything was efficient and on time

11/08/2022

My care and treatment was outstanding. The staff was excellent. I felt valued and safe. Thank you

11/07/2022

Explaining treatment and meds well & answered all questions. Takes time to listen.

11/03/2022

Everything was great no problems at all

11/25/2022

The person who conducted the hearing test was excellent.

11/21/2022

Everyone was very professional.

11/21/2022

I ALWAYS HAVE AN EXCELLENT EXPERIENCE AT DR. OVERTON’S CLINIC REGARDLESS ADDRESS! THEY ALL ARE PERSONABLE AND WELL KNOWLEDGABLE . CARING STAFF AND THEY HAVE NICE SMILES.

11/16/2022

He explained the surgical treatment well, listened carefully, was kind, understanding, and very professional.

11/12/2022

Great bedside manner by nurse and doctor

11/11/2022

Very open and honest in providing feedback. Answers questions directly. Meets his challenges directly and does not avoid any sensitive issues. [NAME] Health care Power of Attorney for [NAME]

11/11/2022

I was experiencing [ ] which I have never had and after my visit, I understood the problem. Dr. Overton did a procedure in the office and I have not had it again. Amazing!

11/11/2022

The understanding of my concerns making me feel at ease and great follow up.

11/10/2022

I find a excellent Doctor, who understands and care. Thank you Dr. Overton

10/05/2023

Very knowledgeable, understanding our concern, empathy, didn't rush us, and how he explained the information to us. You can tell he read my chart before seeing me. Great doctor and would recommend him to anyone. I felt reassured and comfortable that things will go well with my surgery.

10/28/2023

Dr Lewis is great and the staff too I highly recommend.

10/28/2023

All was very good

10/26/2023

Dr. Overton was so gentle with my [] old. He is an exceptional physician and I would recommend to anybody!

10/23/2023

Dr. Overton is an Awesome Doctor. He really takes the time to listen to his patients. He was also my son’s surgeon, as well as my ENT. I’m glad to have found a really great Doctor!

10/19/2023

Every thing he is a great DR

10/19/2023

Everything

10/19/2023

I was told I might have to go to another facility in Raleigh, but he agreed to treat me with almost no notice given. I cannot say enough about how much I appreciate his willingness to take care of me as a walk in.

10/19/2023

All things considered I felt safe and confident in my care.

10/16/2023

His compassion and care

10/14/2023

Friendly and efficient staff. Clean facility. Excellent doctor.

10/14/2023

Excellent Care

10/14/2023

The care given by the nurses

10/10/2023

Location is convenient. Scheduling process and service are great

10/10/2023

The staff was excellent. The doctor was fantastic. The experience was A+.

01/09/2023

The alacrity with everything

01/05/2023

WakeMed ENT Apex was wonderful. The staff was extremely kind and Dr. Overton was also.

01/26/2023

Dr. Overton's assessment was right on point.

01/26/2023

Dr. Overton is very personable. He "leans" forward and actually looks at me. He does not appear "rushed" during my visits with him and is patient when I repeat stuff over and over.

01/23/2023

Really friendly staff and would highly recommend.

01/23/2023

Overall it was a great experience. Thankful to have gone to this clinic and will definitely be back as [NAME] grows and needs an ENT.

01/23/2023

Taking the time to explain the test results and answer questions

01/22/2023

Everyone was very courteous, friendly, knowledgeable and patient with me.

01/21/2023

All staff and processes were very efficient, thorough and professional.

01/17/2023

Dr. Overton did a great job explaining the procedure and making sure I was comfortable throughout it. He allowed me to view the results and explained what he saw afterwards. He gave me a list of treatment options and involved me in the decision planning process. Great experience overall.

01/17/2023

Dr. Overton was EXCELLENT!!!

01/16/2023

Everyone from front desk to nurses and doctors were all lovely.

01/14/2023

EFFICIENCY! My daughter and I checked in for our appointment early and we’re out of the office before our original appointment time. Our nurse Jennifer always takes time to acknowledge our baby, speaking directly to her, explains everything and truly cares. I can not say enough about Dr. Overton. He has been so patient with our daughter and her nuisance of an [ ]. The day we met in the operating room, he came out of surgery and knelt down to speak to us about the findings. Top notch, everything.

01/12/2023

Very quick check out process.
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