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What is an Otolaryngologist?
Otolaryngology 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.
Their special skills include diagnosing and managing diseases of the sinuses, larynx (voice box), oral cavity, and upper pharynx (mouth and throat), as well as structures of the neck and face. Otolaryngologists diagnose, treat, and manage disorders in both children and adults.
Areas of Expertise
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Ears
Hearing loss affects one in ten North Americans. The unique domain of otolaryngologists is the treatment of ear disorders They are trained in both the medical and surgical treatment of hearing, ear infections, balance disorders and ear noise (tinnitus).
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Nose/Sinuses
About 35 million people develop chronic sinusitis each year, making it one of the most common health complaints in America. Other conditions treated include nose bleeds, stuffy nose and loss of smell.
Dr. Juergens appeared on the CBS program "American Health Front" to discuss sinusitis treatments such as balloon sinuplasty, as well as allergy treatments. Click on the video to view the clip from the program.
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Larynx (Voice box)
Disorders of the throat include sore throat, hoarseness, swallowing disorders, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
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Allergy
Our allergy department offers medical treatment, skin testing, RAST (blood) testing, immunotherapy (allergy injections and sublingual drops), avoidance counseling and assistance with environmental control.
Pediatric ENT
Common ENT procedures for children include placement of ear tubes for recurrent ear infections and tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy for snoring or recurrent tonsillitis.
Head and Neck
Otolaryngologists evaluate patients for cancerous and noncancerous tumors of the head and neck as well as the skin and thyroid.
Snoring/Sleep Apnea
ENT physicians treat both snoring and sleep apnea. A wide range of procedures and treatment options are available depending on the individual's needs.
