Who Can Perform an Ear Surgery?

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I was wondering, who is allowed to perform an ear, nose and throat surgery on children? Can a General Pediatric Surgeon perform such procedures?

Jeffrey J. Roth, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.  It depends on the issue and needed surgery.  Typically, Board Certified Plastic Surgeons, Otolaryngologists (ENT), and Pediatric General Surgeons are the ones who will perform these procedures.  Best to have a consultation, and get your questions answered.

Jeffrey J. Roth, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

I would ask that you make sure your surgeon is a board certified plastic surgeon or a board certified ENT doctor. In addition to the board certification, you need to make sure they have lots of experience with this type of surgery. Ask to see photos and also speak with other patients who have had the procedure performed.  I agree that doing some research re: hospital privileges will possibly prevent you from going with a non-qualified surgeon and taking additional risk.

Kenneth Bermudez, MD, FACS · Answer

Both board certified ENT and plastic surgeons can perform these surgeries, but check with your local hospital to make sure they have privileges to do so. Also, make sure he/she does a lot of of them. I would say more than 15-20/ year is a lot.

	Good luck.

Anthony Corrado, DO · Answer

It truly depends on the type of procedure needed.  For most procedures in the head and neck region, a board certified Otolaryngologist (head and neck surgeon) who is fellowship trained in pediatric Otolaryngology is your best bet.  These surgeons exclusively deals with issues in this region, and only deal with the pediatric population.  In some institutions pediatric otolaryngologists are not available, and general pediatric surgeons provide the surgical coverage for head and neck procedures.  If these individuals have much experience in the head and neck they should be able to help you as well.  Good Luck, Dr. Corrado

James M. Ridgway, MD, FACS · Answer

The answer to your question depends on the type of surgery that you are considering. There are general issues that can involve the head and neck that are easily managed by multiple surgical specialties as part of their training. There are other, more specific, procedures that are emphasized in each specialty. It is reasonable to review the type of surgery that is being considered with your physician and even a subspecialist.Be healthy and be well, James M. Ridgway, MD, FACS

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