The otolaryngology (ENT) practice at United Hospital Center includes otolaryngologists, nurses, audiologists and other healthcare professionals who provide a multidisciplinary approach to the care of individuals with ear, nose, and throat problems. These disorders range from the most common problems affecting children, such as ear, tonsil, and sinus infections; snoring; and obstructive sleep apnea, to more complex problems, ranging from congenital hearing loss and neck masses to complicated airway problems. Professionals here understand the physical and emotional needs of patients and encourage the active participation of patients and their families.
Our physicians use advanced diagnostic equipment and techniques to diagnose ear, nose, and throat problems quickly and accurately.
When surgery is required, our physicians have access to tools not available in most hospitals, such as CT-guided surgery equipment, which improve outcomes.
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- Airway Problems
- Ear Infections
- ENT Problems Resulting from GERD
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Sinusitis
- Snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Patient Guides
- Our Team
UHC is the only hospital in the region using the new PlasmaBlade to help reduce pain, shorten recovery time and create less tissue damage for tonsillectomies.
Audiologists are trained licensed professionals who hold a master’s degree, Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.), or Ph.D. in the hearing sciences. The specific degree and experience requirements necessary to practice are determined by each state audiology license board, United Hospital Center’s Audiologist is an AuD.
Audiologists have a clinical/educational background that emphasize diagnostic evaluation of auditory (hearing) and vestibular (balance) systems, amplification technology (especially hearing aids), hearing science, aural rehabilitation and assistive device fitting. Audiologists may specialize in pediatric diagnostics/amplification, educational audiology, intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring, vestibular and balance issues, and/or industrial hearing conservation.
Audiologists are also involved in the prevention of hearing loss and other communication disorders. Hearing Conservation programs in industry and government strive to prevent noise induced hearing loss through education and Audiologist intervention. Audiologists are often in charge of Newborn Hearing Screening programs designed to identify hearing loss within the first 4 months of life.
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For further information please contact UHC Audiology by calling (681)342-3570 or by faxing (681) 342-3575.
