Ear Nose Throat Doctor

Otolaryngology 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, and related structures of the head and neck. They are commonly referred to as ENT  physicians. 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.

Education and Training for Otolaryngologists

Otolaryngologists are doctors of medicine. Therefore, like all physicians,, otolaryngologists must obtain a medical degree (D.O. or M.D.) after college. In the United States, the education track for otolaryngologists includes:

• Undergraduate degree (4 years of college or university)
• Medical degree - (4 years of medical school)
• Residency training - (3 years of otolaryngology residency, plus 1 year of general surgery training, plus one additional year of training for a total of 5 years of residency training)
• Optional fellowship training in sub-specialty of choice such as head and neck, plastic/reconstruction, etc. - 2 years

Salary:$344,086