Some of the common ENT procedures
we perform include:
Adenoidectomy –
removal of infected or enlarged adenoids, which are
tissues in the back of a child’s nasal cavity. The
adenoids are similar to tonsil tissue and perform the
same function. They may be removed if your child is
experiencing problems such as recurrent ear infections
or obstructed breathing. This procedure may be performed
with or without a tonsillectomy.
Myringotomy (pediatric and
adult ear tubes) – a procedure in which
tiny tubes are placed in the ear drum to permit air flow
to the middle ear. This procedure is used to help people
with chronic ear infections and/or fluid in the middle
ear.
Neck and throat surgery
for cancer – doctors use a variety of
surgical procedures to remove cancerous cells in the
throat, nasal passages, mouth or lips, often in
conjunction with radiation therapy and/or chemotherapy.
Parathyroidectomy
– surgical removal of one or more of the parathyroid
glands. The parathyroid gland regulates the level of
calcium in the blood and may require removal if the
calcium level is markedly elevated.
Parotidectomy –
surgery performed on the parotid gland, which is the
largest gland producing saliva to aid in food digestion.
Surgery is often indicated when there is an infection
that cannot be treated more conservatively or if there
is a tumor.
Repair of nasal fractures – a nose that has been broken badly enough to need repositioning can be surgically repaired to improve function and appearance.
Sinus surgery – a procedure that removes diseased sinus tissue and reroutes the affected sinus to improve airflow and drainage. Most sinus surgery is performed endoscopically to avoid the need for incisions through the skin. Computer mapping may be used to improve visualization, particularly for patients with repeated sinus surgery.
Thyroidectomy – surgical removal of all or part of the thyroid gland, often to treat hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), enlarged nodules, thyroid cancer, or an enlarged thyroid that is causing difficulty swallowing or breathing. Our surgeons use electronic nerve monitoring to protect your voice.
Tonsillectomy – the removal of infected or enlarged tonsils, which are collections of lymphoid tissue (immune cells) in the back of the throat, to treat chronic or recurrent tonsillitis, sore throat, obstruction of the upper airway or dental issues. Your doctor may use Coblation, a technique using radiofrequency (RF) to carefully remove affected tissue while preserving healthy tissue.