Otolaryngology is the oldest medical specialty in the United States. Our physicians are 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. We are commonly referred to as ENT physicians.
Our 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 specialty-specific disorders as well as many primary care problems in both children and adults.
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• The Ears: Hearing loss affects one in ten North Americans. We are trained in both the medical and surgical treatment of hearing, ear infections, balance disorders, ear noise (tinnitus), nerve pain, and facial and cranial nerve disorders.
• The Nose: About 35 million people develop chronic sinusitis each year, making it one of the most common health complaints in America. Care of the nasal cavity and sinuses is one of the primary skills of otolaryngologists. Management of the nasal area includes allergies and sense of smell. Breathing through, and the appearance of, the nose are also part of our expertise.
• The Throat: Communicating (speech and singing) and eating a meal all involve this vital area. Oakdale Ear Nose & Throat physicians have expertise in managing diseases of the larynx (voice box) and the upper aero-digestive tract or esophagus, including voice and swallowing disorders.
• The Head and Neck: This center of the body includes the important nerves that control sight, smell, hearing, and the face. In the head and neck area, we treat infectious diseases, both benign and malignant (cancerous) tumors, facial trauma, and deformities of the face.
