Specialty Overview
ENT (Otolaryngology) is a surgical specialty dealing with disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck. ENT surgeons combine medical and surgical expertise to treat conditions ranging from hearing loss and sinus problems to head and neck cancers.
This field requires precision and delicate surgical skills, as ENT surgeons work with intricate anatomical structures that affect hearing, breathing, swallowing, and speech. The specialty offers both outpatient procedures and complex surgeries.
Sensory Impact: ENT specialists restore and preserve crucial senses like hearing and smell, directly improving patients' quality of life and communication abilities.
