|
 What is an Otolaryngologist?
We're usually called "ear, nose, and throat" doctors and we specialize in treating and operating on the ears, nose, throat and related areas of the head and neck.
What are the most common disorders treated in otolaryngology?
· Management of Tumors of the Head, Neck and Face
· Ear Disease, including Hearing Loss and Dizziness
· Hearing impairment, including hearing loss
· Sinus, thyroid and larynx problems (throat and voicebox)
· Pediatric Disorders, including Ear Infection, Sinusitis, & Tonsillitis
· Facial Skin Cancers
· Allergies Affecting the Nose and Sinuses
Does a pediatric otolaryngologist have extra training?
Yes. Because of the differences in children and adults, pediatric otolaryngologists receive specialized medical training in treating children with these disorders.
Will I be seen by the doctor or another professional like a nurse practitioner?
Each patient can be seen by the doctor of his or her choice and for urgent visits, the patient will be seen by the doctor with an available time slot.
What hospital are the doctors affiliated with?
Manatee Memorial Hospital.
How long must you wait for an appointment after you call? Can you be seen on the same day if you have an urgent need?
Appointment times with your doctor are generally available within a two-week period. If your case is urgent and you need to see a doctor as soon as possible, you can request to be put on a cancellation list and a staff member will call you when an appointment time becomes available. An appointment can frequently be made within 48 hours.
Who handles after-hours questions or emergencies?
In the event of an urgent problem, such as a medication side effect or question regarding recent surgery, a physician can be contacted by calling the office’s main number and speaking directly with the answering service. A doctor will be paged and you will be contacted shortly.
Do you accept my insurance?
There is a list of accepted insurance companies on this website. If you have any additional questions, our office staff will be more than happy to assist you. Does the office process insurance claims, or must you pay up-front for services and file the claims yourself?
Our office staff processes your insurance claims.
Where is the practice located? Is there ample parking?
There are three locations to serve you: our downtown Bradenton Main Office, Our Lake Ranch Office located near` I-75, and our Sun City Office located in Sun City Center, Florida. For addresses, directions, and contact numbers for these locations, please visit the contact page. Each location has ample onsite parking.
For Additional Information on the Field of Ear, Nose, and Throat
Please visit American Academy of Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery at www.entnet.org
|
