Office Based Rhinology
Dr. Scott Fortune talks with us about how he built an Office Based Rhinology practice (now a Center of Excellence), including a how-to on safely performing procedures in the office. Listen to Dr. Fortune here: Back Table ENT Podcast Synopsis In this episode, Dr. Scott Fortune joins Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Ashley Agan to…
5 Signs You Need to See an ENT Specialist
Key Points What Is an ENT, and Why Would You Need One? An ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) specialist, also called an otolaryngologist, is a doctor trained to treat everything from chronic sinus issues and ear infections to sleep apnea and voice problems. They are also trained surgeons when surgery is needed. But how do…
Staying Healthy During Flu Season
The CDC states that the single best way to protect against the flu is immunization each year with the seasonal influenza vaccine. There are multiple options for immunization of patients. The most traditional is a standard dose trivalent vaccine that protects against 2 influenza A viruses and 1 influenza B virus. For more information regarding…
Surviving the Spring
The Spring season is here and if you are one that suffers from allergies it can cause an increase in your allergy symptoms. As you plan to spend more time outdoors remember some of the following things to reduce your pollen exposure: Keep windows closed in the home to prevent pollens or molds from drifting…
Educate Your Voice
April 16th is World Voice Day and the theme this year is to “educate” your voice. Take a minute today and visit the AAO-HNS World Voice Day website to learn more about your voice. The site will have information about how voice is produced, ways to maintain and protect your voice, and common problems that can affect your…
Helpful Tips for Communicating Effectively with a Hearing Impaired Person
Do you have a friend, family member or co-worker with hearing loss? Here are some helpful tips on how to communicate effectively with people who have a hearing impairement. Face the person: Individuals with hearing impairment rely heavily on visual cues to supplement what they hear. Such visual cues include lip-reading and body language. Also, facing…
