Ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctors, also known as otolaryngologists, specialize in the treatment of ear, nose and throat conditions for children and adults. ENT doctors at Ascension Medical Group St. Vincent - Elwood Ear, Nose and Throat provide diagnostic testing and treatment for:
- Adenoiditis
- Allergies
- Balance disorders
- Blocked nasal passage
- Chronic ear pain and infections
- Dizziness and balance problems
- Facial disorders
- Head and neck cancer
- Hearing loss
- Hoarseness
- Nosebleeds
- Ringing in the ear (tinnitus)
- Sinus infections (sinusitis)
- Snoring and sleep apnea
- Swallowing problems
- Tonsillitis
Your doctor starts by listening to you, to better understand you and your concerns. Tell us about any new symptoms you are experiencing. By working with you, we provide diagnostic testing to help find the cause of your symptoms. Then, we work with you to create a care plan that’s right for you.
Ear, nose and throat surgery
For some conditions, surgery may be recommended as part of your care plan. ENT doctors are surgical specialists and perform many ENT procedures, including cochlear hearing implantation, thyroid surgery, implanting ear tubes, tonsil removal, sinus surgery and more. Whenever possible, we use minimally invasive surgery. With this type of surgery, small incisions are used, which may lead to less pain and a shorter recovery. Your doctor takes the time to explain the procedure to you, and helps you understand what to expect before and after your surgery.
