Otolaryngology (pronounced oh/toe/lair/in/goll/oh/jee) is the oldest medical specialty in the United States. It focuses on the medical and surgical management of conditions involving the ear, nose, throat (ENT), and related structures of the head and neck. Physicians who specialize in this field are called otolaryngologists, though they are more commonly known as ENT doctors.
From sinus infections and hearing loss to allergies, voice disorders, and head and neck surgery, otolaryngologists are highly trained to diagnose, treat, and manage a wide range of conditions that affect some of the body’s most vital functions—hearing, breathing, speaking, and swallowing.
The Extensive Training Behind an ENT Specialist
Becoming an otolaryngologist requires a significant commitment to education and training. These specialists must complete up to 15 years of college and post-graduate study to qualify for certification by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Their training includes medical school and residency, with specialties in facial plastic surgery, pediatric otolaryngology, head and neck oncology, and otology (ear disorders).
This extensive preparation ensures that every otolaryngologist is uniquely qualified to provide both medical and surgical care—a combination that sets ENTs apart from most other medical specialists. Because otolaryngologists work on the face, head, and neck, there is an added emphasis on facial plastic and cosmetic outcomes, even when treating functional conditions, ensuring results that are both effective and aesthetically thoughtful.
What an Otolaryngologist Treats
At Rancho Ear, Nose & Throat, our board-certified otolaryngologists, Dr. Ashish Wadhwa and Dr. Jennifer MacEwan, diagnose and treat a wide range of ENT-related conditions for both adults and children. Their expertise includes:
Our team combines medical expertise with compassionate, patient-focused care to ensure each individual receives the best treatment for their specific needs.
Why Choose Rancho ENT
At Rancho Ear, Nose & Throat, we believe that exceptional ENT care begins with personal connection and understanding. Our team values your time, answers your calls directly, and ensures every appointment is thorough and unhurried. We’ve built a practice where patients are treated as people first—never as just another appointment on the schedule.
With offices in Poway, CA, and serving the greater San Diego area, our mission is to provide comprehensive, compassionate, and advanced otolaryngology care that helps you breathe easier, hear better, and live healthier.
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