Ear,
Nose and Throat (ENT) Surgeon
Otolaryngologists
diagnose and manage diseases of the ears, nose, sinuses, larynx (voice box),
mouth, and throat, as well as structures of the neck and face. They
are trained in both the medical and surgical treatment of hearing loss, ear
infections, balance disorders, ear noise (tinnitus), and some cranial nerve
disorders. Care of the nasal cavity and sinuses is one of the
primary skills of otolaryngologists.
Problems in the nasal area
include allergies, smell disorders, polyps, and nasal obstruction due to a deviated septum. Otolaryngologists can also correct the appearance of the nose (rhinoplasty surgery).
Specific to otolaryngologists is expertise
in managing diseases of the throat, larynx (voice box), and the upper aero-digestive
tract or esophagus, including voice and swallowing disorders.
Salary:
$235,549-$428,421
Education:
Otolaryngologists
are ready to start practicing after completing up to 15 years of college and
post-graduate training. To qualify for certification by the American Board of
Otolaryngology, an applicant must first complete college (four years), medical
school (four years), and at least five years of specialty training. Next, the
physician must pass the American Board of Otolaryngology examination. In
addition, some otolaryngologists pursue a one- or two- year fellowship for more
extensive training in one of eight subspecialty areas.
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