Scottsdale ENT Dr Christopher Lykins MD
  • ExpertiseOtolaryngologist - Head and Neck Surgeon
  • Associations

    American Academy of Otolaryngology: Head and Neck Surgery

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    • Scottsdale Shea Medical Center
    • Scottsdale Thompson Medical Center

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Board-certified Otolaryngologist Dr. Chris Lykins has practiced medicine in Phoenix since 2002.

Areas of Treatment

Dr. Christopher Lykins treats all disorders of the ear, nose and throat. Areas of interest include:

  • Sinus Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Thyroid Surgery
  • Facial Plastic Surgery
  • Nasal Obstructions
  • Head and Neck Masses
  • Hearing Loss
  • Allergy
  • Pediatric ENT

Dr. Lykins enjoys practicing all aspects of Otolaryngology but with his fellowship background in facial plastic surgery, he particularly enjoys the treatment of challenging functional nasal reconstruction. In addition, he was one of the earliest adopters of minimally invasive thyroid surgery in the Phoenix metro area.

Philosophy

As my patient, I respect that you are the most important member of your health care team.

As your ENT doctor, it is my duty to help you decide on the best course of action for health and treatment of ears, nose or throat.

– Dr. Christopher Lykins

Awards and Accolades

Over the last 20 years, Dr. Lykins has been repeatedly recognized for his personal approach and commitment to providing the best ENT services in Phoenix by both his fellow colleagues and – most importantly – his patients.

Vitals.com Patients’ Choice Award – 5 Years

The Patients’ Choice Award – 5 Year Honoree is a recognition granted only to those doctors whose ratings have reflected excellence in care for five years in a row. Only 1% of all doctors in the United States are bestowed this honor by their patients.

Vitals Compassionate Doctor Award – 5 Years

Vitals Compassionate Doctor Award – 5 Year Honoree recognizes doctors with the highest scores in bedside manner for five consecutive years, such an honor is granted to just a few distinct doctors in the United States.

Vitals.com 2014 Top 10 Scottsdale ENT Doctor

Thanks to patient ratings on Vitals.com, Dr. Chris Lykins has been distinguished as a Top 10 Doctor in Scottsdale, Arizona.

To help patients in search of quality care, Vitals.com highlights the top 10 doctors within each specialty and geographic area who are consistently highly rated by the millions of patients who visit Vitals each year.

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Vitals.com 2014 Doctor
On-Time + Promptness Award

Vitals’ On-Time + Promptness Award recognizes doctors with consistent high ratings for timeliness of appointments.

The honor is granted based on a physician’s overall and promptness scores.

America’s Top Doctors in 2012 U.S. News & World Report

Dr. Lykins was named as one of America’s Top Doctors within the ENT speciality.

A total of 285 Otolaryngologists were named – only the top 1% achieve this national recognition for outstanding work.

The 2002 Jack R. Anderson Prize for Scholastic Excellence

The Jack R. Anderson Prize for Scholastic Excellence is awarded annually to a single U.S. or Canadian surgeon who achieves the highest combined score on the written and oral portions of the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery board exam.

ENT Doctor Ratings & Reviews: What Our Patients Have To Say About My Care

This patient’s nose knows that no pain after sinus surgery is worth a party.

I had a sinus surgery and had no pain after. Surgery on Wednesday and went to a party on Saturday.

Dr. Chris Lykins Took the Extra Time

Phoenix ENT Patient Review from Paul O.

I saw Dr. Lykins and thought he was very professional. Dr. Chris Lykins took the extra time needed to answer any questions and he was very friendly – he also took the time to check up on me at the hospital the day after my surgery.

The scar left after my surgery with Dr. Lykins was very small and other medical professionals have commented on how good it looks.

Their helpful ENT office offers new patient forms right on their website, so you can fill out prior to your visit – which is great way to save time.

The biggest surprise was the refund I received because I was overcharged for my surgery. The office probably could have kept the amount which was over $100 and I wouldn’t have known.

Paul O.
Originally Posted on Yelp

I highly recommend Dr Lykins!!

Making an appointment with Dr Lykins was easy. He is always on time, so you’re never waiting.

Dr Lykins did my tonsillectomy and I was eating regular food by day 3! I have two friends that had it done by another doctor and they were both down for 3 weeks!

Dr. Lykins is an unbelievable surgeon!

Dr. Lykins removed our daughter’s adenoids and tonsils in two separate surgeries. With each surgery she had relatively little recovery time and was back on her feet (and eating!) that same day. His method on the tonsils was quick and painless. I would highly recommend you see him for this procedure and others. His staff is friendly and accommodating and he is an unbelievable surgeon.

The most professional, caring and knowledgeable doctors I have seen in all my 68 years.

I have never met a doctor that cares so very much about the care he gives his patient. I was in management for 26 years and if I had to give Dr. Lykins an overall rating it would 150%!

Doctor Christopher Lykins' Formal Medical Education and Experience

Bachelor of Science in General Biology at University of Arizona

While at the University of Arizona, Dr Lykins graduated Magna Cum Laude and was elected to Phi Beta Kappa.

Medical School at Yale University

While at Yale, Dr Lykins served as class president for two years and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society. He was also awarded the honor of marching at the head of his class.

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Residency at University of Washington

While at the University of Washington, Dr. Lykins completed an additional year of research dedicated to bio-materials in reconstruction in addition to his clinical work.

Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship at Oregon Health Sciences University

During his fellowship, Dr. Lykins earned the distinction of achieving the highest Board scores in the nation in his examination.

Personal Interests

Besides medicine and his daughter, Dr. Lykins has a deep dedication to music. In between college and medical school, Dr. Lykins was a touring guitarist in an internationally known rock band. He is currently playing bass in a local rockabilly band that performs throughout the West. For recreation he enjoys skiing, SCUBA diving, and reading.