? Jason Durel, MD lcmh.com 19 What is an ENT ENT stands for “ear, nose and throat.” It refers to the doctors who specialize in treating people with a range of diseases and disorders that involve those three specific body parts. Formally, ENTs are known as otolaryngologists. Theirs is one of the oldest medical specialties in the U.S. In addition to ear, nose and throat issues, ENTs handle other problems related to the head and neck. Unlike many other medical specialists, ENTs are trained to provide surgical and medical treatments—not just one or the other. Why see an ENT? Among other things, ENTs offer expert, advanced care for: • Problems with balance and hearing, ringing in the ears, and ear infections • Sinus troubles, allergies, nasal obstructions, sleep apnea and problems with the sense of smell • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and cancer or other growths in the throat ENTs can also perform reconstructive or cosmetic surgery of the face, head and neck. For example, they can repair a cleft palate or deviated septum and remove a polyp or tumor in the nasal area. Specialized treatment for children can include a toddler with a repeat ear or tonsil infection or a newborn with a birth defect involving the head or neck. If you have a persistent condition involving the ears, nose or throat, ask your primary care doctor if you should see an ENT. John Alldredge, MD; Jason Durel, MD; Richard (Chip) Hebert, MD; and Beth Corbello, NP, all with Acadiana Otolaryngology, are now seeing patients in Lake Charles. Visit us 1890 W. Gauthier Road, Suite 150 Lake Charles, LA 70605 Adjacent to Lake Charles Memorial Hospital for Women 337-284-0781 Beth Corbello, NP John Alldredge, MD Richard (Chip) Hebert, MD
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