Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Surgery)

What is Otologaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery?

Otolaryngology is a surgical specialty commonly known as ear, nose and throat (ENT) surgery.

Otolaryngologists provide a wide variety of surgeries.

For example, ear surgery may help with certain types of hearing loss, while sinus surgery can help treat nasal blockage and sinus infections.

In addition, Otolaryngologists also perform a wide variety of cancer surgery, such as surgery for larynx (voice box) cancer, as well as thyroid surgery.

Services offered

Horizon’s team of Otolaryngologists (ENT physicians) treat patients of all ages for disorders of the ear, nose, and throat. This includes the larynx, oral cavity, and sinuses.

They offer treatment for the following areas:

• Hearing and balance disorders
• Nose and sinus conditions
• Voice and swallowing disorders
• Cancer of the throat and neck
• Thyroid cancer
• Facial cosmetic and reconstruction surgery
• Paediatric conditions, such as ear infection, tonsil infection, and airway problems
• Surgical management of snoring or sleep apnea

Patients with an ENT concern may be referred to an Otolaryngologist by their primary care provider, Emergency Department, walk-in clinic, or by other specialists.