Otolaryngology and ENT (Ear, Nose, and Throat) are two terms that are often used interchangeably, but there are some subtle differences between the two. Otolaryngology is the medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the head and neck region, including the ears, nose, and throat. This field also includes the treatment of conditions such as hearing loss, sinus infections, and throat diseases. On the other hand, ENT is a more general term that refers to the medical specialty that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of conditions related to the ears, nose, and throat. While otolaryngologists are specifically trained in all aspects of head and neck surgery, ENT specialists may not have the same level of expertise in surgical procedures. In summary, otolaryngology is a subspecialty within the broader field of ENT that involves a more comprehensive approach to the treatment of conditions affecting the head and neck region.
A referral is not always needed to see an ENT physician. If your insurance plan requires a referral to see a specialist, your primary care doctor can refer you to an ENT specialist.
A complete ENT examination includes inspection of the face, ears, nose, throat and neck. We generally screen for hearing loss and we use pressure testing to examine the eardrum for fluid (pneumatic otoscopy or tympanometry).
An ENT diagnoses and treats infections and diseases of your ears, nose and throat. But they also treat a wide range of other conditions affecting your head and neck region.
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