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Ear, Nose and Throat Specialists for Adults and Children

Saint Louis University is a regional leader in treatment of conditions affecting the head and neck. SLUCare Physician Group otolaryngologists offer head and neck tumor surgery and facial reconstruction. We treat hearing loss and ear disease; laryngology and voice disorders; pediatric ear, nose and throat problems; disorders of the nose and paranasal sinuses; and conditions affecting geriatric patients.

Our association with Saint Louis University School of Medicine — a major research institution — allows us to incorporate the very latest research into your care. It is the kind of treatment you will find only at an academic medical practice and only through SLUCare.

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Giving Voice

SLUCare’s laryngology specialists and speech language pathologists treat voice disorders using the latest technology and treatment options.

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SLUCare Sinus Institute

We treat a wide range of sinus problems, including nasal blockage, allergies, deviated septums, recurrent sinus infections, nasal polyps, tumors and more.

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Common Ear, Nose & Throat Problems

Ear: Typical ear problems include hearing loss, ringing, ear infections, dizziness and wax accumulation. SLUCare offers a full range of audiologic and balance testing to evaluate hearing loss and balance problems.

Nose: Nose and sinus disorders are among the most common reasons for seeing a general otolaryngologist. We evaluate and treat excess nasal mucous, nosebleeds, sinus infections, nasal obstruction and nasal polyps. We also offer allergy testing for adults and children, along with the latest treatments for nasal allergies — including both allergy shots and allergy drops (sublingual immunotherapy).

Throat: We treat enlarged/infected tonsils, throat pain, hoarseness, throat mucous/phlegm (drainage), persistent coughing and difficulty swallowing. Diagnosis can usually be established with a routine visit. Our state-of-the-art fiber optic technology allows for a thorough and comfortable evaluation of the airway.

Our Specialties

• Obstructive sleep apnea and snoring
• Hearing loss, ringing, ear infections, dizziness and wax accumulation
• Enlarged/infected tonsils, throat pain, hoarseness, throat mucous/phlegm (drainage), persistent coughing and difficulty swallowing
• Excess nasal mucous, nosebleeds, sinus infections, nasal obstruction, nasal polyps and nasal allergies

Sleep Apnea & the SLUCare Sleep Disorders Center

We also treat a breathing disorder during sleep called obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Approximately 4 percent of adults suffer with this illness characterized by loud snoring and excessive daytime sleepiness. The diagnosis is made by means of a sleep study (polysomnogram) done at a special facility.

Treatment options include weight loss, devices (CPAP) and surgery to help with sleep disorders. The physicians of our department are part of the SLUCare Sleep Disorders Center team and can perform the most up-to-date surgical procedures for OSA and snoring, if surgery is deemed appropriate for these conditions.

Sleep Disorders Surgery

Salivary Gland Disorders Program

Offering Treatment for Salivary Stones, Chronic Dry Mouth & More

Living with a salivary gland disorder can be awkward, uncomfortable, even painful.

SLUCare Physician Group ear, nose and throat specialists are regional leaders in treating salivary gland problems. Ours is one of the only programs in the Midwest to offer the latest technology for treating these disorders, including minimally invasive techniques for patients who require surgery. Our specialists treat adults and children for:

• Salivary duct stones
• Salivary gland infections
• Salivary gland tumors
• Chronic dry mouth from autoimmune disorders
• Dry mouth from cancer treatment