Otolaryngologist

An Otolaryngologist, commonly known as an ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) Doctor, is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions of the ear, nose, throat, head, and neck.

Overview[edit | edit source]

Otolaryngologists handle a wide array of conditions affecting the ENT region. They treat common problems like ear infections and hearing loss to complex issues such as throat cancers, head and neck tumors, and reconstructive surgery of the ENT regions.

Roles and Responsibilities[edit | edit source]

Diagnosing ENT Disorders: Identifying conditions affecting the ear, nose, and throat through physical exams and diagnostic tests.
Surgical Procedures: Performing surgeries for tonsillectomies, adenoidectomies, sinus surgeries, and cochlear implants.
Managing Hearing Disorders: Addressing issues related to hearing loss, balance disorders, and tinnitus.
Treating Allergies and Sinus Problems: Offering treatments for allergies, sinusitis, and nasal obstructions.
Head and Neck Cancer Care: Diagnosing and treating cancers of the head and neck region.
Reconstructive Surgery: Conducting facial plastic and reconstructive surgeries.

Education and Training[edit | edit source]

Undergraduate Degree: A bachelor’s degree, often with a focus on pre-medicine or biological sciences.
Medical School: Completion of medical school to earn an MD or DO degree.
Residency Training: A residency in otolaryngology, typically lasting four to five years.
Board Certification: Certification by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

Subspecialties[edit | edit source]

Otolaryngologists may further specialize in areas such as:

Pediatric Otolaryngology: Focusing on ENT disorders in children.
Otology/Neurotology: Specializing in ear disorders, including hearing and balance.
Rhinology: Concentrating on sinus and nasal disorders.
Laryngology: Treating voice and swallowing disorders.
Head and Neck: Addressing tumors and reconstructive surgery in the head and neck region.

Practice Settings[edit | edit source]

Otolaryngologists work in:

Hospitals
Private practices
Academic medical centers
Specialized ENT clinics

Research and Advances[edit | edit source]

Otolaryngologists often engage in research to develop new treatments and surgical techniques to improve care in their field.

Professional Organizations[edit | edit source]

Organizations such as the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) provide support, education, and advocacy for otolaryngologists.

Find an ENT doctor (world)[edit | edit source]

country	state	amenity	coordinates	specialties	post code	city	services	local name
Albania	Korçë	Clinics	40.61425346, 20.77938937	Otolaryngology	7000	Korçë	Clinic	Il Medica
Argentina	Buenos Aires Province	Clinics	-36.78150602, -59.86378946	Otolaryngology • Nutrition • Pulmonology	7300	Azul	Clinic	Consultorios Médicos
Argentina	Buenos Aires Province	Doctors	-34.56561405, -59.11204875	Otolaryngology	B6700	Luján	Doctor	Ignacio Lázaro
Argentina	Corrientes	Clinics	-27.46483716, -58.83159941	Otolaryngology	3400	Corrientes	Clinic	Instituto De Otorrinolaringologia
Austria	Burgenland	Doctors	47.94941635, 16.84094295	Otolaryngology	7100	Neusiedl am See
Austria	Burgenland	Doctors	47.94941635, 16.84094295	Otolaryngology	7100	Neusiedl am See
Austria	Lower Austria	Doctors	48.08894285, 16.28449824	Otolaryngology	2340	Mödling
Austria	Salzburg	Healthsites	47.79386339, 13.07230442	Physiotherapy • Otolaryngology	5026	Salzburg
Austria	Styria	Doctors	46.78216668, 15.53970856	Otolaryngology	8430	Leibnitz
Austria	Styria	Doctors	46.96432588, 15.47779655	Otolaryngology	8401	Kalsdorf
Austria	Styria	Doctors	46.99348225, 15.5219805	Otolaryngology	8071	Hausmannstätten
Austria	Styria	Doctors	47.00867789, 15.39968459	Otolaryngology	8054	Seiersberg-Pirka
Austria	Styria	Doctors	47.02747078, 15.49609818	Otolaryngology	8074	Raaba
Austria	Styria	Doctors	47.04930614, 15.15099537	Otolaryngology	8570	Voitsberg
Austria	Styria	Doctors	47.04943699, 16.07755215	Otolaryngology	8280	Fürstenfeld
Austria	Styria	Doctors	47.0702283, 15.40374696	Otolaryngology	8020	Graz
Austria	Styria	Doctors	47.07093573, 15.42790336	Otolaryngology	8020	Graz
Austria	Styria	Doctors	47.07741209, 15.44634589	Otolaryngology	8010	Graz
Austria	Styria	Doctors	47.07746012, 15.45970949	Otolaryngology	8010	Graz
Austria	Styria	Doctors	47.07867633, 15.47072248	Otolaryngology	8010	Graz

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Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Otolaryngologists are vital to the medical field, offering specialized care for a wide range of conditions affecting the ear, nose, and throat, contributing to the overall health and well-being of patients.

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