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Welcome
Florida Ear Nose Throat and Facial Plastic Surgery Center is an otolaryngology - facial plastics practice committed to providing our patients the highest quality and personal care, as well as most advanced technology in a Harvard trained, double boarded facial plastic and head and neck surgeon. In 2007, we opened two new facilities in the beautiful medical campus and commercial park settings at Dr. Phillips and Hunters Creek/Kissimmee area, to further serve the needs of our rapidly growing central Florida communities. Our Dr. Phillips office is dedicated to the care of our facial plastics as well as our sinus patients with state of the art equipments and procedure suite, advanced photo video studio as well as computer imaging system.
As a practice, we are true believers that excellence in treating patients and performing surgery is derived from both education and experience. We strive to keep current on the latest techniques and standards to provide our patients with the safest and the most optimal results. As your facial plastic surgery and ear nose throat professionals, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians with extensive experience in the field. We pride ourselves in providing the highest level of specialty care you need to keep your smile healthy. We are committed to continued education and learning, through attending national and international meetings and conventions. Additionally, being a fellow of various professional organizations helps us to stay abreast of the changes and newest recommendations for our profession.
Building a foundation of trust by treating our patients as special individuals is vital to our success. We understand how uneasy some patients may feel about seeing a physician, and how we can make a difference in providing a life enhancing and emotionally positive experience. Our entire team is dedicated to providing you with personalized care and service to make your visit as comfortable and pleasant as possible.
We thank you for allowing us to take care of you and look forward to serving you.
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What is Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (ENT)?
Otolaryngology (pronounced oh/toe/lair/in/goll/oh/jee) is one of the oldest medical specialties in the United States. Otolaryngologists are physicians trained in the medical and surgical management and treatment of patients with diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat (ENT), and related structures of the face and head and neck. They are commonly referred to as ENT physicians. Their special skills include diagnosing and managing diseases of the sinuses, larynx (voice box), oral cavity, and pharynx (mouth and throat), as well as structures of the face and neck. Otolaryngologists diagnose, treat, and manage specialty-specific disorders as well as many primary care problems in both children and adults. Otolaryngologists treat the following medical conditions:
The Ears-Hearing loss affects one in ten North Americans. The unique domain of otolaryngologists is the treatment of ear disorders. They are trained in both the medical and surgical treatment of hearing, ear infections, balance disorders, ear noise (tinnitus), nerve pain, and facial and cranial nerve disorders. Otolaryngologists also manage congenital (birth) disorders of the outer and inner ear.
The Nose-About 35 million people develop chronic sinusitis each year, making it one of the most common health complaints in America. Care of the nasal cavity and sinuses is one of the primary skills of otolaryngologists. Management of the nasal area includes allergies and sense of smell. Breathing through, and the appearance of, the nose are also part of otolaryngologists’ expertise.
The Throat-Communicating (speech and singing) and eating a meal all involve this vital area. Also specific to otolaryngologists is expertise in managing diseases of the larynx (voice box) and the upper aero-digestive tract or esophagus, including voice and swallowing disorders.
The Head and Neck-This center of the body include the important nerves that control sight, smell, hearing, and the face. In the head and neck area, otolaryngologists are trained to treat infectious diseases, both benign and malignant (cancerous) tumors, facial trauma, and deformities of the face. They perform both cosmetic plastic and reconstructive surgery.
Otolaryngologists are ready to start practicing after completing up to 15 years of college and post-graduate training. To qualify for certification by the American Board of Otolaryngology, an applicant must first complete college, medical school (usually four years), and at least five years of specialty training. Next, the physician must pass the American Board of Otolaryngology examination. These specialists differ from many physicians in that they are trained in both medicine and surgery. Otolaryngologists do not need to refer patients to other physicians when ear, nose, throat, or facial/head/neck surgery is needed and therefore, can offer the most appropriate care for each individual patient.
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