General Adult and Pediatric ENT

Why come to Ohio State for ear, nose and throat care?

The ear, nose and throat doctors (otolaryngologists) at Ohio State provide expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of infectious, inflammatory and neoplastic conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, head and neck. We’re committed to your complete care, and our ENT doctors work tirelessly to ensure that you receive the best treatment options for your needs. We offer the most comprehensive ENT care in Columbus, Ohio, with outpatient clinics also available in Dublin, New Albany and Westerville.

What does an ENT doctor treat?

Also known as general otolaryngologists, ENT doctors do not limit their scope of practice to one portion of the head and neck, but maintain an active specialization in all areas of ear, nose and throat care. This allows them to treat a broad range of conditions, including neck masses, thyroid and parathyroid disorders, salivary gland disorders, tonsil problems, voice and swallowing disorders, nasal obstruction, sleep apnea, chronic and persistent coughs, chronic rhinosinusitis and hearing loss.

ENT specialists frequently serve as the link between you and other specialists within the medical center. When you experience ear, nose or throat issues, you will most often meet first with a general ENT doctor to discuss symptom assessment and diagnostics recommended to identify your condition. After initial labs, imaging studies and other tests have been conducted, your ENT doctor will be able to diagnose and treat your condition, or if needed, refer you to a specialist suited for your care.

Ear conditions we treat:

• Ear infections
• Earwax
• Hearing loss
• Swimmer's ear (chronic otitis externa)
• Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)

Nasal conditions we treat:

• Nasal obstruction
• Nasal polyps
• Nosebleeds (epistaxis)
• Rhinosinusitis
• Sleep disorders/sleep surgery
• Smell and taste disorders
• Snoring

Throat conditions we treat:

• Adenoidal enlargement (hypertrophy)
• Chronic cough
• Neck masses
• Oral mucosal disorders
• Salivary gland disorders
• Thyroid and parathyroid disorders
• Tonsillitis
• Voice and swallowing disorders

Does Ohio State provide pediatric ENT care?

The ENT specialists at Ohio State work in partnership with Nationwide Children’s Hospital to care for pediatric ENT patients. Our pediatric ENTs engage in ongoing research through The Ohio State University College of Medicine to ensure that our pediatric patients are receiving the latest, most up-to-date care available.

Do I need a referral to see an ENT?

For most diagnoses, you do not need a referral to see an ENT at the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio. Please call our team at 614-366-3687 and we will schedule you with a provider and at a location that best suits your needs.