
NorthEast Ear, Nose, & Throat
NorthEast Ear, Nose and Throat Center provides a full range of ear, nose, and throat medical services for the entire family…including sinus surgery, ear surgery, allergy testing, hearing aid services…and much more. We'll be happy to discuss our services and answer any questions when you call.
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Our Practice
NorthEast Ear, Nose and Throat Center, formerly The Hughes Clinic has served the community since 1982. We specialize in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of all ear, nose, and throat disorders. Our goal is to provide exceptional nurturing treatment by serving God, meeting the needs of our patients with the highest degree of competent care and having a positive lasting influence on all with whom we come in contact.
James K. Dziadziola, Jr., MD (Dr. "D")
Pediatric ENT Specialist
Jamie R. Scaglione, MD
What Is an Otolaryngologist—Head and Neck Surgeon?
Insight into ear, nose, and throat specialists
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What do otolaryngologists treat?
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How are ear, nose, and throat specialists
trained?
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Why should I see an otolaryngologist?
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and more...
Otolaryngology (pronounced oh/toe/lair/in/goll/oh/jee)
is the oldest medical specialty in the United States. Otolaryngologists are
physicians trained in the medical and surgical management and treatment of
patients with diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat (ENT), and
related structures of the head and neck. They are commonly referred to as
ENT surgeons.
What do otolaryngologists treat?
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.
The ears—Hearing loss affects one in
ten North Americans. The unique domain of otolaryngologists is the treatment
of ear disorders. 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. Otolaryngologists also manage
congenital (birth) disorders of the outer and inner ear.
The nose—About 35 million people
develop chronic sinusitis each year, making it one of the most common health
complaints in America. 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).
The throat—Communicating (speech and
singing) and eating a meal all involve this vital area.
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.
to treat infections, benign (non-cancerous) and
malignant (cancerous) tumors, facial trauma, and deformities of the face.
They perform both cosmetic plastic and reconstructive surgery.
How are ear, nose, and throat specialists trained?
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.
These subspecialty areas are allergy, facial plastic
and reconstructive surgery, head and neck, laryngology (throat),
otology/neurotology (ears, balance, and tinnitus), pediatric otolaryngology
(children), rhinology (nose), and sleep disorders. Some otolaryngologists
limit their practices to one of these eight areas.
What are the seven areas of expertise in the field of otolaryngology?
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Allergy: treatment by medication, immunotherapy (allergy
shots) and/or avoidance of pollen, dust, mold, food, and other sensitivities
that affect the ear, nose, and throat.
Treating: hay fever, seasonal and perennial rhinitis, chronic sinusitis,
laryngitis, sore throat, otitis media, dizziness.
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Facial
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: cosmetic, functional, and
reconstructive surgical treatment of abnormalities of the face and neck and
ear.
Treating: deviated septum,
rhinoplasty (nose), face lift, cleft palate, drooping eyelids, hair loss,
and other ear deformities.
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Head
and Neck: cancerous and noncancerous tumors in the head and
neck (nose/sinuses, mouth, throat, voice box and upper esophagus), including
the thyroid and parathyroid.
Treating: lump in the neck or
thyroid, cancer of the voice box.
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Laryngology: disorders of the throat, including voice and
swallowing problems.
Treating: sore throat, hoarseness,
swallowing disorder, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), infections and
tumors.
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Otology/Neurotology: diseases of the ear, including trauma
(injury), infection, benign tumors, cancer, and nerve pathway disorders,
which affect hearing and balance.
Treating: ear infection; swimmer’s
ear; hearing loss; ear, face, or neck pain; dizziness, ringing in the ears
(tinnitus).
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Pediatric Otolaryngology: diseases in children with special
ENT problems, including birth defects of the head and neck and developmental
delays.
Treating: ear infection (otitis
media), tonsil and adenoid infection, airway problems, asthma and
allergy/sinus disease, neck tumors.
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Rhinology: disorders of the nose and sinuses.
Treating: sinus disorder, nose
bleed, stuffy nose, loss of smell, polyps, tumors.
Why should I see an otolaryngologist?
These specialists differ from many physicians in that
they are trained in both medicine and surgery. Otolaryngologists do not need
to refer patients to other physicians when ear, nose, throat, or head/neck
surgery is needed, and therefore can offer the most appropriate care for
each individual patient. Otolaryngologists are the most appropriate
physicians to treat disorders of the ears, nose, throat, and related
structures of the head and neck.
What other criteria should I consider when choosing an otolaryngologist
in my area?
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Medical education and training
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Licenses or board certification
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Practice areas
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Areas of specialty or subspecialties
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Office locations
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Physician availability
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Insurance coverage