Matthew L Finerman, MD

I have been seeing Dr Finerman for years and have recommended him to many over that time. He takes the time to listen. He’s a consummate professional and his staff is always so helpful. Couldn’t be happier with my ENT.

I came to see Dr. Finerman a month ago when I could not get rid of a sinus infection. Luckily they were able to fit me in the same day. He spent a good amount of time with me, so I didn’t feel rushed like I have with other doctors. He changed my regimen and I noticed I felt much better and my condition was WAY more manageable rather quickly. Also, his staff (especially Stacy) were kind and helpful :)

Been going to this office for years and very picky when it comes to my Dr’s and think that Dr Finerman and his office is great ! They are extremely professional and really care. I feel comfortable and know that they always will be upfront and feel at ease when I leave. I have been to many Ent’s on the Westside who just spend my money and get no results and here it’s the opposite. I would highly recommend them to anyone.

Dr. Finerman does not have an important tool known as a nasal endoscope to perform a proper evaluation.
I endured a prolonged, expensive and unnecessary trial and error program of nasal washes, cultures, prescription sprays and drugs which failed to have any impact on my chronic sinus condition.
Dr. Finerman gave up and referred me to another specialist.
My new doctor was surprised that Dr. Finerman relied on outdated methods and tools.

I’m a professionally trained singer and dr. Finerman is the best ENT and the only Doctor I have seen in Los Angeles who really understands the voice. Since I have been seeing him he makes sure I’m in good shape if I’m not he fixes it. If you are a singer GO to him.

I’ve seen Dr. Finerman for over 6 years. I had chronic sinus infections that would pop up almost every other month and he helped put me on a regimen that not only clearned that up but also helped diagnose and mitigate allergies. He’s been a lifesaver more than once and kept me from gobbling antibiotics like they were M&Ms. I’ve been very pleased with him overall.

Quack operation. And shame on Dr. Banooni at the Motion Picture Health Care Clinic for referring patients to him. I came in to get checked for TMJ. A couple of quirky off beat jokes, and a light shone down the nose and throat later, and I was sent home with a list of exercises from 1980 for neck strain and a hand out on how to prevent the common cold. Imagine my disgust when I am sent a bill from Dr. Finnerman’s office charging my insurance a $ 250 Level 3 consultation. No x Rays, no in depth examination. A basic $ 250 specialist charge? Go somewhere that you actually get something if you are going to be charged that much. I am disgusted more with Dr. Banooni for referring this guy.

I recently saw Dr. Finerman for an issue my boyfriend was having with his mouth. Dr. Finerman is one of the best doctors we have ever been too. Not only did we barely have to wait to see him (in the waiting room and in the room) he was sooo very attentive. He took his time going over my boyfriend’s medical history and then as he was diagnosing the issue he took his time making sure we understood everything. Dr. Finerman made us feel very welcome and comfortable being a new patient and added some humor to the visit as well. Thank you Dr. Finerman for a wonderful experience… we will both be back next time we have any issues with our ears, nose or throat!

Dr. Finerman is simply the best doctor I’ve ever been to. You are probably thinking to yourself that this is such a rosy review, it can’t possibly be real, or that I am a shill. No, and no. I’ve been in Century City for a long time and have, like most of us, been to my share of doctors. I know from experience that he takes his specialization to a new level. (He’s also a pretty funny guy, but I digress.) Once, when I had the mother of all sinus infections and God knows what trapped in my skull, he whipped out a machine he invented and basically had it suction everything out. When I’ve had other infections, he has done exactly what was needed and has prescribed exactly the right treatment and medication. I can’t recommend him highly enough.

Was rushed by my PCP to see Dr Finerman to avoid going to the ER. The staff was so welcoming and kind. The doctor and his nurse are simply amazing. He has brilliant bed side manner, generous with detailed information about what he’s doing and why, and funny to boot! Highly recommend if you need great care. After 24 hours I’m already recovering without the dreaded trip to the ER.

Dr. Finerman was a God send for me this week. After taking a flight while congested, my ears never popped back and I felt like I was living life under water. On the third day, I scored an appointment with Dr. Finerman and I can’t even describe how thankful I am. He had all kinds of tricks up his sleeve to fix the problem and I left feeling almost 100% better that quickly. I had this same problem about a year ago and my doctor then told me there is no fix and I just had to give it time – it took 10 days to unpop and as someone who is on the phone for a living, it was impossible to do my job.
Dr. Finerman has fantastic bedside manner – tells you everything he is going to do, tells jokes, makes you feel comfortable and at one point when I got woozy (I’m such a wuss) he was so nice and patient and just talked with me until the spell passed. Definitely go see him for any ENT issues!

Dr. Finerman is a superb doctor. I am a performer, working in the theater. His expertise was invaluable in understanding how to best use my voice, and preserve it. He was caring, thoughtful, articulate, and patient. I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking the finest doctor in his particular field.

I have been to Dr Finerman only once and would agree with all the fine words the other reviews have written about Dr Finerman’s skill and warmth. BUT I was told on my first appt. that my insurance, Antham Blue Cross was covered and it was NOT. On my follow up visit with planned ct scan I was notified that Since January 1^st he will not be taking any insurance connected to Obamacare– My policy automatically changed –as most Americans with insurance have experienced. Dr Finerman was listed as one of the network ENTs covered by Blue Cross– but this is not so! I was not able to continue with my appt today as I could not afford to be paying insurance and all expenses of scan and office visit at the same time. I dont know who can afford to go to him now. I feel the ethics of this office are deeply questionable– poor communication, a profit over patience moto and a crazy game of catch –22 politics that leaves the patient vulnerable to expenses they just might not know they are getting into!

I’ve been a patient of Dr. Finnerman close to 10yrs. I have all the trust in the world with him as a doctor, I trust his methods of work which I perfer, then other younger doctors that just giving you something to take, just to take. From taking my calls when sick to returning my calls ASAP, to calling in my meds if needed, his staff are on top of it. I was hospitalize at Cedars Sinai about a year ago and Dr Finnerman came to see me even though my hospitalization had nothing to do with E.N.T. basically just cared for my wellbeing.
I recently started getting allergy shot from the office of Dr. Finnerman at about a month ago, the staff is very friendly and speak multiple languages. I have they worse allergies possible, since getting tested about a month and a half ago. I recently started getting allergy shots twice a week, it’s been the best thing that the doctor has ever prescribed for me, I feel 60% better in under two months! I highly recommend this Dr as an E.N.T specialist and personal doctor.

Dr. Finerman has excellent bedside manner and can even manage to get me to crack a smile when I am feeling at my worst. He really seems caring and compassionate, which unfortunately seems to not necessary be the norm for doctors.

Good doctor, well educated, very thorough, good bedside manner and sense of humor, tells you what’s going to happen before he does anything (which is essential for a baby like me…). I highly recommend him.
As a side note, he is also the only doctor in the Century City Otosurgical Group who takes Blue Cross, so that’s good to know if that’s your insurance option.

I went to Dr. Finerman from the recommendations of two friends who are patients of his. I’ve had sinus issues for 15+ years. I was told early on that I had allergies, but when I was finally tested for allergies in my 30’s, I found I am not allergic at all! I had an in-​office procedure by another ENT that cost me $ 2K for a simple in-​office procedure and worthless office visits. Now that I’ve gone to two very different ENTs, I know that medical offices can fiddle with the billing and what the doctor does for an examination is very different. So, Dr. Finerman $ 20 insurance co-​payment office visit with a very thorough examination and this other doctor who I won’t name was $ 100-​$ 200 on top of the $ 20 insurance co-​payment for a quick look up your nose! I am SOOOO HAPPY to have found Dr. Finerman who is funny and kind AND he fixed my sinus problem with surgery AND the kicker is with all the visits and tests, it cost me ~$ 2K — the same as the stupid other doctor who didn’t fix my problem.