Waterloo and Cedar Falls Ear, Nose & Throat Care

Cedar Falls Waterloo

Whether you’re a child or an adult - ear, nose, throat, head or neck pain can be excruciating. Not knowing what is causing the pain can be frustrating too, especially when the pain cannot be described by a young child. With today’s technological advancements, there is no reason to suffer from debilitating pain.

While your primary care provider can treat minor ear, nose and throat conditions, some issues may require a specialist. At MercyOne, our ENT experts work to diagnose and treat your symptoms with the care and compassion you need to get you back to living your best life.

At our Cedar Falls and Waterloo locations, our ENT specialists treat all major issues around the head and neck, including:

Ears: There are a variety of ways to treat ear-related conditions, including surgical and non-surgical options. Depending on your condition, an ear specialist will work with you to find the correct diagnosis and treatment for the following conditions:

  • Hearing loss
  • Dizziness (Vertigo)
  • Ringing in the ears
  • Ear tubes for children
  • Ear infections (otitis media)
  • Nerve damage
  • Malformations
  • Balance disorders
  • Birth disorders that might affect both the inner and outer ear

Nose: Chronic conditions involving the nose can create a variety of concerns, requiring a specialist to help get to the bottom of the issue. Nose issues treated by an ENT specialist include:

  • Allergy and breathing problems
  • Nose bleeds
  • Deviated septum
  • Sleep apnea and snoring
  • Malformation
  • Nerve disorders
  • Sleep disorders
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Smell and sensory issues

Throat: When it comes to the throat, an ENT specialist can treat both acute and chronic infections, ordering surgery if necessary. Throat treatments include:

  • Tonsillitis
  • Thyroid and parathyroid disorders
  • Hoarseness and vocal cord disorders
  • Facial paralysis (Bell's Palsy)
  • Head and neck cancer
  • Speech problems
  • Vocal issues
  • Eating disabilities
  • Speaking limitations

Working closely with our ENT physicians are two licensed and certified doctors of Audiology. Learn more.

Meet our team