The Otolaryngologist-Head and Neck Surgeon is the medical practitioner who is specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of ear , nose and throat diseases as well as other disorders in the area of the head and neck. He is often referred as ENT from the initials of the words Ear, Nose and Throat .

More specifically The ENT practicioner covers the topics of :

Otology - Neurootology, Rhinology, Laryngology, Pediatric Otolaryngology, Facial Plastic Reconstructive Surgery, Allergology, Head - Neck Surgical Oncology. Moreover, he deals with Sleep Disorders.

The contribution of modern technology is important for the immediate and effective solution of medical problems encountered by the Otolaryngologist . Valid-prompt diagnostic approach is achieved with the use of computers , endoscopes , microscopes and ultrasounds. Laser surgery , Endoscopic surgery , Microsurgery , offer short hospitalization time , reduction of postoperative pain , early return to normal everyday activities .

The Otolaryngologist – Head & Neck Surgeon practices a medical speciality which is autonomous and continuously evolving . Depending on the medical case he often collaborates with doctors of other specialities such as : Maxillofacial Surgeon , Plastic Surgeon , Neurosurgeon , Neurologist , Pediatrician , Endocrinologist , Ophthalmologist .

Along with specialization and the use of technology, the experienced Otolaryngologist must always approach the young patient in a calm – friendly manner and the elderly with respect in his effort to give a medical solution .