David Scott Kaba, MD
Otolaryngology
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Infant 0-2
- Child 2-12
- Child 2-18
- Adolescent 12-21
- Adult 18-40
- Adult 18-65
- Adult 21-65
- Older Adult >65
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout David Scott Kaba
About The Provider
David Kaba, MD, is a distinguished otolaryngology (ENT) specialist with a unique combination of expertise in surgery, immunology, allergies and the surgical treatment of obstructive sleep apnea, making his practice a vital asset to the Tillamook County community. With an MD and a PhD in immunology, Dr. Kaba’s extensive training and broad experience have established him as the longest-serving otolaryngology specialist on the northern Oregon coast, from Astoria to Lincoln City.
Originally from southern Oregon, he has a deep-rooted passion for science, learning and the Oregon Coast, where he plans to retire. Beyond medicine, Dr. Kaba is a second-degree Judo black belt, embracing patience under pressure — a philosophy that enriches his medical practice.
Provider Type
Physician
Expertise
Education
- Medical School: Oregon Health & Science University
- Internship Program: Mayo Graduate School of Medicine
- Residency Program: Mayo Graduate School of Medicine
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
180 ratings, 27 reviewsOur providers are at the heart of delivering whole-person care. We encourage patients to share their experiences through a patient satisfaction survey they receive following visits. Provider star ratings are calculated using patient responses to provider-focused questions in this survey. Please see the provider’s star rating and patient reviews below. Thank you for giving Adventist Health the opportunity to support your best health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/20/2026
Dr. Kaba took time to explain the cause of my ear and sinus problems.What my options were and best treatments.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/15/2026
Dr. Kaba is phenomenal!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/3/2026
Excellent care, clear explanation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2026
Love the Dr. Explained all my questions. Eased my anxiety
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/30/2026
Dr Kaba not only helped me with my medical conditions, but is helping my daughter. I had very bad experiences with providers in Hillsboro, but I am very excited to have found Dr. Kaba
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/28/2026
Wonderful experience with this doc
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2026
Dr. Kaba is excellent!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/20/2026
Dr. Kaba is an exceptional doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
Dr. Kaba is fantastic!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2026
Excellent communication of my medical need and plan for advancing a solution
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/13/2026
Great experience as dr restored my hearing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/18/2026
Very positive experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/2/2026
Great collaboration! He explained why we needed a provider with specialized training and undertook to get us an appointment! He listened well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/25/2025
Yes I've been going to him for 9 years. Very very happy with him
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
I did no feel cared for or about
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2025
One of the best MD's I have seen and I am a 79 yr old nurse.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/28/2025
Dr. Kaba is caring, thorough, and communicated in a way I could understand. One of the best physician experiences I have had.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Dr. Kaba is keeping on top of the issue of my ears. Explains everything and easy to understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2025
He was AMAZING!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2025
I would bring Dr. Kaba a 20 out of five if that's where it was available.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
Dr. Kaba was amazing. He was the only decent provider I have met in your network so far.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/6/2025
Dr was outstanding in communicating, explaining etc. A rarity
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
Amazing care from this particular doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/22/2025
Dr. Kaba has a heart of gold! He answers all your questions and listens to you. He is one in a million! We need more doctors like him!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
Dr. Kaba is the only doctor I get excited to go see. He is an amazing doctor and explains things in a way that you understand. Great guy!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/18/2025
I absolutely love Dr. Kaba!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/26/2025
Would recommend him to anyone who needed to see an ENT