Otolaryngologist In Beverly Hills
Earaches, sore throats, and sinus pain are more than nuisances. They can put you out of commission short-term, or even signal chronic disease and infections.
An otolaryngologist can help. Also known as ear, nose, and throat doctors (ENTs), these specialists train in both medicine and surgery, completing as many as 15 years of medical education and then passing a stringent certification exam from the American Board of Otolaryngology. They concentrate on issues that affect the head, neck, throat, and ear area, and can diagnose, manage, and treat a wide variety of issues, from tonsillitis to tumors.
All ENTs are not the same. When choosing an otolaryngologist in Los Angeles, first look for a certified ENT. Then choose a doctor with years of experience, who enjoys a stellar reputation, and who treats patients with respect and warmth.
What Can an Otolaryngologist Treat?
Otolaryngologists focus on the interconnected systems of the ears, nose, throat, head, and neck. As such, they can treat any problems that affect those areas, like:
Ears
Ear infections, hearing loss, tinnitus, balance disorders, congenital ear issues, and facial and cranial nerve problems.
Throat
Voice and swallowing disorders, and diseases of the throat, larynx, and esophagus.
Head and Neck
Infectious diseases, tumors (benign and malignant), facial trauma and deformities.
Nose and Sinuses
Sinusitis, allergies, polyps, smell disorders, and deviated septums.
Some otolaryngologists treat snoring and sleep apnea. Some specialize in areas like head and neck surgery or otology/neuro-otology/audiology (ears, balance, and tinnitus). Some ENT's are pediatric, focusing on children and resolving conditions such as lip & tongue ties, tonsil and adenoid reduction. Others are also facial cosmetic surgeons who can improve appearances through reconstructive or cosmetic surgery.
Dr. Marc Kayem is an otolaryngologist serving Greater Los Angeles. He specializes in snoring and sleep apnea. Utilizing advanced, minimally invasive treatments. Dr. Kayem has been helping people (and their partners) sleep better for more than twenty-five years. His treatments relieve snoring and sleep apnea without surgical intervention or CPAP machines, are performed in-office; and often take less than an hour.
Dr. Kayem also has a thriving cosmetic surgery practice with locations in Beverly Hills and Las Vegas. You'll reap an extra benefit by choosing a doctor who's both an otolaryngologist and a cosmetic surgeon as all procedures are performed with the utmost care for your health and your looks.
Need to visit an otolaryngologist in Los Angeles? Dr. Kayem accepts most insurance and also offers other financing options.
ENT FAQ
When to Visit an ENT Doctor?
You should consider seeing an otolaryngologist if you have: Sleep apnea, chronic sinus pain or infections, ear pain, chronic laryngitis, tonsillitis, severe or long-term throat pain, hearing loss or ringing in your ears, balance issues, or chronically swollen lymph nodes.
What Else Can ENT Doctors Treat?
Any pain or injury to your ears, nose, or throat. Breathing problems, including snoring. Allergies. A deviated septum. Cosmetic issues with the nose, ears, or face. Problems with smell. Voice or swallowing issues. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Does an Otolaryngologist Perform Surgery?
Yes. Otolaryngologists are trained in surgery, and specialize in procedures that affect the connected system of the head, neck, and ears, including tonsillectomies, tumor removal, sinus surgery and eardrum repair. Dr. Marc Kayem prefers minimally invasive surgery which is complete within an hour, patients are awake and it is performed in office vs. at a hospital.
Does an Otolaryngologist Treat Sleep Apnea?
Some do. Dr. Kayem is regarded as an experienced Los Angeles otolaryngologist for sleep apnea. Certified by the American Board of Otolaryngologist since 1998. He specializes in treating patients with minimally invasive surgery and without the use of CPAP machines.
Does an Otolaryngologist Treat Thyroid Problems?
It depends. Though endocrinologists handle most thyroid issues, ENTs do treat thyroid nodules. Ask your primary care physician for the proper referral.