What is Otolaryngology? (Ear Nose and Throat ENT)
Otolaryngology (pronounced oh/toe/lair/in/goll/oh/jee) is the oldest medical specialty in the United States. Otolaryngologists are physicians trained in the medical and surgical management and treatment of patients with diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat (ENT), and related structures of the head and neck. They are commonly referred to as ENT physicians.
Why see an ENT for Allergies?
Allergies affecting your ears, nose, or throat can significantly interfere with your daily life. Ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialists are uniquely qualified to diagnose and treat these types of allergies. Through comprehensive allergy testing, ENT providers can identify triggers and develop targeted treatment plans. Because allergies often impact the respiratory system along with the ears, nose, and throat, ENT doctors offer a thorough understanding of how these symptoms are connected—helping you find lasting relief.
What is an Otolaryngologist?
Otolaryngologists diagnose and manage diseases of the ears, nose, sinuses, larynx (voice box), mouth, and throat, as well as structures of the neck and face.
The ears: Otolaryngologists are trained in both the medical and surgical treatment of hearing loss, balance disorders, ear noise (tinnitus), and some cranial nerve disorders. Otolaryngologists also manage congenital (birth) disorders of the outer and inner ear.
The nose: care of the nasal cavity and sinuses is one of the primary skills of otolaryngologists. Problems in the nasal area include allergies, smell disorders, polyps, and nasal obstruction due to a deviated septum.
The throat: specific to otolaryngologists is expertise in managing diseases of the throat, larynx (voice box), and the upper aero-digestive tract or esophagus, including voice and swallowing disorders.
The head and neck: in the head and neck area, otolaryngologists are trained to treat infections, benign (non-cancerous) and malignant (cancerous) tumors, facial trauma, and deformities of the face. They perform both cosmetic plastic and reconstructive surgery.
Otolaryngology (ENT) Procedures
- Adenoidectomy
- Allergy testing and treatment
- Ear tubes
- Functional endoscopic sinus surgery
- Laryngoscopy
- Nasal cautery
- Nerve blocks
- Parathyroidectomy
- Salivary gland excision
- Septoplasty
- Skin lesion excision
- Thyroidectomy
- Tonsillectomy
- Tympanoplasty
Skin Related Procedures
The ENT team offers treatment for a broad range of skin conditions. Many procedures can be conveniently performed in-office, providing a more cost effective option for patients.
- Cryotherapy
- Cyst excision
- Keloid excision/injection
- Lipoma excision
- Skin lesion biopsy and excision
- Skin tag removal
- Upper blepharoplasty
Allergy Testing and Treatment
Our ENT team offers environmental allergy testing for common allergens, including grasses, trees, weeds, mold, dust, animals, and insects.
- Testing consists of percutaneous and intradermal tests to start the patient at a safe and therapeutic immunotherapy dose. Our testing panel consists of the most common allergens for our area.
- In -office allergy shots (once or twice per week, based on the escalation schedule). Sublingual drops for at-home use (taken daily).
- Successful therapy will consist of 3-5 years of immunotherapy.
Otolaryngology (ENT) Providers
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