Meet Dr. Lisa Buckmiller
Dr. Lisa Buckmiller is a pediatric otolaryngologist at Cook Children's Hospital, specializing in general pediatric otolaryngology and subspecializes in the management/surgery of patients with cleft lip/palate and vascular birthmarks. Dr. Buckmiller completed her undergraduate training in Molecular Biology & Biochemistry at the University of California, Santa Cruz; and went on to do her medical training at the University of California, Irvine College of Medicine, and her residency in Otolaryngology at the University of California, Davis in Sacramento. She then accomplished her fellowship training in Pediatric Otolaryngology at Arkansas Children's Hospital, and continued on as faculty from 2002-2012. Dr. Buckmiller's main interest is in excellence in patient care and she directed two multidisciplinary teams, including the Cleft Lip & Palate Team as well as the Vascular Anomalies Team while on faculty at Arkansas Children's Hospital. In 2005, she was awarded the Benjamin & Milton Endowed Chair in Pediatric Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery for her work to better the lives of children with facial deformities.
Dr. Buckmiller then moved to San Antonio, Texas to lead the Pediatric Otolaryngology team at the Children's Hospital of San Antonio as Chief of the division from 2012 - 2021 and was also appointed an Associate Professor with the Baylor College of Medicine. She was instrumental in building a team of physicians that provided comprehensive care in pediatric ENT care in the area. She also directed the vascular anomalies multidisciplinary team and was an active cleft surgeon in San Antonio.
She is dedicated to serving overseas on medical missions several times a year and performs surgeries for both cleft lip/palate as well as hemangiomas and vascular malformations on these trips. She received the Gray Humanitarian Award from SENTAC (Society for ENT advances in children) for her efforts overseas.
She is board certified and is an active member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology, International Society for the Study of Vascular Anomalies, American Cleft Palate Association, and the American Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology.
When not at work she enjoys camping, traveling, church activities and spending time with family. Her daughter, Anna, was adopted from China and was one of her patients before she was adopted. Anna was born with a facial vascular birthmark and she required numerous reconstructive procedures. She is now healthy, confident and is studying to be nurse with interests to continue traveling with her mom on mission trips.
Services
- Cleft lip/palette repair
- Laser/surgery for vascular anomalies
- Osa surgery
- Adenotonsillectomy
- Ear tubes
- Removal head and neck masses
- Branchial cleft anomalies
- Thyroglossal duct cysts
- Biopsies
Reviews
Average rating:
Questions were addressed |
4.9
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Provider explained things clearly |
4.9
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Likelihood of recommending this provider |
4.9
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Trust/confidence in physicians |
4.9
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What our families say
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December 04, 2024
The MA was really nice and Dr. Buckmiller was great with my son.
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December 04, 2024
This visit was great I like how quickly I was seen this time. Thank you for being mindful and efficient.
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November 29, 2024
I had a good experience
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November 01, 2024
Wait time was a little longer than usual but it's understandable since Dr. Buckmiller is very thorough in explaining everything clearly. Overall a great experience as always!
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October 27, 2024
The facilities and staff are top notch
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October 27, 2024
The entire staff was looking out for my daughter and us
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October 25, 2024
Everyone was kind and happy. Would have never known it was a monday morning. : )
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October 25, 2024
I really appreciated there was a young lady wafting for me out in the lobby to take me back to the room - I arrived after my wife and kid. Made it easy!
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October 13, 2024
Dr Buckmiller was great with and for [...].
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October 03, 2024
The doctor was very kind
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October 03, 2024
Overall the receptionists were very friendly
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September 26, 2024
My experience at this clinic was great. It's rare these days for staff members to even notice you.
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September 26, 2024
Every person I came across at the clinic was very nice and took the time to talk to allMy kids and gave them candy. Dr. Buckmiller was so sweet to all my kids and most importantly I did not feel rushed.
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September 24, 2024
The staff and Dr were great
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September 20, 2024
Dr. Buckmiller was amazing and answered all of our questions! She was very thorough.
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September 19, 2024
Absolutely a great experience as always with Cooks!
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September 19, 2024
Dr. Buckmiller took the time to explain everything to myself and my child. The nurse and medical professional that did our triage were very kind and efficient.
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September 12, 2024
Absolutely wonderful experience! Our visit was 30 minutes from walking in the door to walking out. The staff at Cook was so friendly and helpful in directing us to the ENT clinic. The physician came in almost immediately and spent a good amount of time with us. Zero complaints!
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September 06, 2024
Very good bedside manner, positive attitude, very satisfied with her care
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August 29, 2024
Dr. Buckmiller was amazing. Took her time and answered all questions I had.
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August 29, 2024
Everything from the beginning to end was excellent care. Flawless
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August 29, 2024
Dr.Buckmiller is an amazing doctor. She took time to explain everything, was very easy to talk to. After being In the NICU for so long, she was very kind and calmed me and reassured me of my baby's care. She didn't rush the visit. She was genuine in her care. Highly recommend this clinic, staff and the doctor.
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August 15, 2024
[...] and Dr. Buckmiller were exceptional. Both of them went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and explain everything we needed to know. The care and environment were amazing.
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August 09, 2024
My child it was so happy with all the staff. Everybody was so good to her and to us. Thank you so much.
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August 01, 2024
I feel like my concerns haven't been heard up until we finally saw Dr. Buckmiller. She had my daughter go to Xray as soon as we got there. Not one dr has even xrayed her prior to this. Questions were answered immediately and a solution was in place for us by the time we were ready to leave. Very thankful for her and her nursing staff.
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July 16, 2024
Dr. Buckmiller is amazing! I appreciate her listening to my concerns about my sons disability and what that means for surgery
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July 10, 2024
The doctor was very thorough and straight to the point with answering our questions. There was no beating around the bush and I love doctors like that.
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July 05, 2024
Great communication, sincere, kind and prompt!
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June 23, 2024
The receptionists, nurse and primary doctor were so sweet! From the minute we arrived, every single person greeted us and made us feel welcomed!
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June 09, 2024
The doctor was very personable, professional, and caring.
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May 14, 2024
Dr. Buckmiller was very thorough, and explained everything in very detailed terms. She never seemed rushed to get to the next appointment, and she heard our concerns in a supportive way.
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May 10, 2024
Dr Buckmiller was one of the best doctors I have had the pleasure of meeting.
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May 10, 2024
Amazing doctor
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May 07, 2024
Love cooks and Dr. Buckmiller
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May 03, 2024
Dr. Buckmiller was very efficient and personable! She did a great job getting my son to warm up to her and I'm thankful that she checked my son's speech sounds.
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May 01, 2024
Dr. Buckmiller thoroughly explained everything and even offered extra help for my older son while my younger son was being evaluated. Nurse staff was extra patient and kind as well!
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May 01, 2024
Dr. Buckmiller and her nurse staff was very thorough in explaining and allowing me to view the procedure. She even had a nurse play with my older child while my 6 month old was having a procedure completed which really helped out. Dr. Buckmiller and staff were compassionate and thorough during the entire process and she took time to explain the process and next steps. We appreciate how caring and patient this practice was with my two children!
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April 29, 2024
Dr. Buckmiller took the time to listen to us. She didn't make us feel dismissed.
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April 27, 2024
The team were great
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April 26, 2024
From the 1st day, day of evaluation, operation, post operation, check-up appointments and medical re-check-up exlente team of the otolaryngology clinic of the hospital, excellent service, even the valet parking staff!
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April 26, 2024
To Dr Lisa Buckmiller and in the last appointment, to the Doctors/nurses who did my son's hearing exam, all very professional, patient, and cordial to my son and me, I would highly recommend them
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April 25, 2024
Excellent communication
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April 05, 2024
The nurse and specialists all had such great bedside manner. They were thorough in explaining matters and made us feel comfortable.
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March 30, 2024
All of the staff was amazing, and incredibly friendly.
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March 11, 2024
Dr Buckmiller is great!! She listens and genuinely is concerned about your child's health
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March 07, 2024
The whole staff was wonderful I was comfortable and at ease.
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February 29, 2024
Dr. Buckmiller is just awesome.
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February 22, 2024
All good experiences
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February 22, 2024
Dr buckmiller it's awesome, detailed, caring, and understanding
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January 17, 2024
Dr. Buckmiller
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January 17, 2024
Dr. Buckmiller was so warm and caring about my son. It was our first time meeting her and she was very thorough about his treatment and upcoming procedure. I'm very happy with todays appointment experience!
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January 17, 2024
Immediately loved Dr. Buckmiller, so glad we're continuing with her.
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January 04, 2024
Dr Buckmiller was our son's provider many years ago, and we were so pleased that we located her to provide any adjustments needed, since he's grown the past 10+ years.
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January 04, 2024
My son was pleased with the consultation and possible adjustments that can be made. We appreciate Dr. Buckmiller showing care and concern for our son, and educating us on treatment possibilities.
Education
- Medical School:
- University of California Irvine, Irvine, CA (1990-1994)
- Residency:
- University of California Davis Medical Center, Sacramento, CA (1996-2000)
- Fellowship:
- Arkansas Children's Hospital, Little Rock, AR (2000-2002)
- Board Certifications:
- American Board of Pediatrics
- Otolaryngology
- Pediatric Otolaryngology
Affiliations
- Cook Children's Physician Network, American Academy of Otolaryngology, International Society for the Study of Vascular Anomalies, American Cleft Palate Association, and the American Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology.
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