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Ear, Nose and Throat Video Resources
Learn more about what to expect during common procedures like ear tube surgery, meet members of the ENT team and hear from families who have received care from Nationwide Children’s.
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When to Take Your Child to an ENT
Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) specialists can play an important role in a child’s care and treat a variety of conditions. Here are guidelines to help parents make decisions about when their child should see an ENT.
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Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) Surgery and Clinic Locations
Find out where ENT services are treated.
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Ear, Nose & Throat (Otolaryngology) Services
Our team of ENT surgeons hold more than 25,000 clinic visits and perform over 7,000 surgical procedures annually. The team treats conditions from the most common, like chronic ear infections, to the most severe, such as airway reconstructions.
Ear, Nose & Throat Blog Library
The 700 Children’s blog covers the most common topics, frequently asked questions and current pediatric health care information written by pediatric experts. Our ENT specialists cover the latest from ear infections to noisy snoring to surgeries.
Ear, Nose & Throat (Otolaryngology) Services
Find the ENT service offered at Nationwide Children's Hospital that could help your child.
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Serving Patients in the Mansfield Community
Nationwide Children’s Hospital offers Ear, Nose and Throat services to the Mansfield and Richland County communities in our Mansfield Close To Home Center conveniently located at 536 South Trimble Road.
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Nosebleeds (Epistaxis)
Nosebleeds, also called epistaxis, commonly occur in children for a number of reasons.
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Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT)
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Video Laryngeal Stroboscopy
What you need to know about a video laryngeal stroboscopy (VLS) procedure.
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Enlarged Tonsils
The function of the tonsils is to help identify and fight infections caused by viruses or bacteria. They can cause problems if they are enlarged or become infected.
Meet Our Team
Our team includes doctors, nurse practitioners and nurses who provide expert, individualized care for each child.
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What To Expect From Ear Tube Surgery
Placing tubes in the ears has many benefits. An ear tube drains the fluid and equalizes the pressure in the middle ear. Ear tubes provide access to the infected area of the ear, allowing the use of eardrops to treat the ear infection.
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Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
What to expect before and after your child has adenoid and tonsil surgery.
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Enlarged Adenoid
The adenoid is a structure located at the junction of the nose and throat (nasopharynx) that functions in the immune system. Adenoids sometimes become enlarged during childhood and the increased size may cause problems.
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Nasal Turbinate Hypertrophy
Turbinate hypertrophy, inferior turbinate hypertrophy, and nasal turbinate hypertrophy are all descriptions of a similar condition where the tissue on the lateral (outside) walls of the nose are too large, causing nasal obstruction.
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Nasal Cautery
Learn about the procedure Nasal cautery, or nasal cauterization, used to treat nosebleeds (epistaxis).
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Sinus Surgery
Everything you need to know if you child is having sinus surgery, or FESS (functional endoscopic sinus surgery) is a procedure.
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Otorrhea
Otorrhea is the medical term for ear drainage. In order for there to be drainage from the middle ear into the ear canal, there must be a connection present.
Westerville Surgery Center (Outpatient )
The Westerville Surgery Center is located at 455 Executive Campus Drive.
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Paradoxical Vocal Cord Dysfunction (PVCD)
With Paradoxical Vocal Cord Dysfunction (PVCD), the vocal cords close together, or constrict, when a person inhales, leaving only a small opening for air to flow into the windpipe.
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Flexible Nasopharyngoscopy/Laryngoscopy
Learn about a test called Flexible nasopharyngoscopy, or “flexible scope.”
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Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
A fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) is a test used to see if a child has dysphagia.
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Rhinology Clinic
Our Rhinology Clinic brings together specialists in ENT and Allergy and Immunology to treat specific nasal conditions in children of all ages.
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Auditory Brainstem Implants (ABI)
As of November 2015, about 25 children have obtained an auditory brainstem implants in the United States.
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Direct Laryngoscopy and Bronchoscopy
Learn about a direct Laryngoscopy and/or Bronchoscopy procedure to examine a voice box.
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Simulating Surgery
Learn more about Dr. Wiet's research using high-performance computing to improve surgical education and training.
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Lingual Frenotomy
Learn about the surgical procedure used to treat tongue tie (ankyloglossia) called Lingual Frenotomy.
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Thyroglossal Duct Cyst Excision
Options for treating a thyroglossal duct cyst in your child.
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Allergic Rhinitis
Allergic rhinitis is a common condition caused by an abnormal reaction of the body’s immune system to various allergens. In this condition, the nasal lining can become very inflamed and swollen from the over-response of the body. Common allergens include dust, grass, pollen, mold, trees and dander.
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What Is the Right Way To Stop a Nosebleed?
At some point during childhood, almost every kid will have a nosebleed. Here are some tips about caring for nosebleeds – and when it’s time to get your pediatrician involved.
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Branchial Cleft Anomaly Excision
Surgical and nonsurgical options if your child has a branchial anomaly.
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Ear Tube Removal: Is it Necessary?
One of the most common surgical procedures in children is the placement of tubes within the eardrum, also known as tympanostomy tubes. Common reasons for initial tube placement include recurrent, acute ear infections or persistent middle-ear fluid which fails to clear over time.
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How Adenoid Removal May Help Your Child's Chronic Runny Nose
It’s not unusual to see a kid with a stuffy, runny nose or a child with an ear infection. However, these symptoms can also be due to a blockage of the nose due to an enlarged adenoid, which could require additional care.
Meet Our Team
Our specialists offer a full range of audiology services for children. Our team includes experts in otolaryngology (ENT), audiology, speech-language pathology, nursing and social work.
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Despite Decreases in Recent Years, New Study Finds ATV-Related Head and Neck Injuries Among Youth Continue to Remain High
A new study conducted by researchers at the Center for Injury Research and Policy and the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Nationwide Children’s Hospital analyzed data regarding ATV-related head and neck injuries treated in U.S. emergency departments from 1990 through 2014 involving patients younger than 18 years of age, and found an average of more than 11,000 children and teens treated for nonfatal ATV-related head and neck injuries annually – that’s approximately 31 children and teens injured each day.
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Ear Surgery: Care after Tympanoplasty and/or Mastoidectomy
Your child has had an ear operation, either a tympanoplasty or a mastoidectomy. There are a few things you should do for your child at home.
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Tongue Tie
Tongue tie, or ankyloglossia, is a condition in which your child’s tongue is tethered to the floor of the mouth by a band (lingual frenulum). While up to 10 percent of children can have some degree of tongue tie, not all children with tongue tie require intervention.
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Why Is My Child Still Snoring After Having Their Tonsils and Adenoids Removed?
Obstructive sleep apnea, a condition affecting 3-4% of children, is commonly found in those who snore and have physical airway collapse within the back of the nose and throat. It is associated with restless sleep and frequent awakenings at night and can present as tiredness during the day and attention and focus problems at school.
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Speech and Communication Evaluations for Babies with Hearing Loss
Babies begin communication as early as birth. This takes many forms before the actual use of words. Most babies learn non-verbal ways to make their wants and needs known.
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Thyroglossal Duct Cyst
A thyroglossal duct cyst is typically noticed as an area of fullness or a lump in the midline of the neck, usually just above the voice box.
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Voice and Swallowing Disorder Clinic
Our clinic provides evaluation for children with voice and swallowing difficulties. We also address concerns of paradoxical vocal cord dysfunction. The collaborative team - including specialists in ENT and speech-language pathologists - works together to diagnose and treat patients.
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Media Advisory: Songs for Sound Event Friday Evening at the Bluestone
WHAT: “Songs for Sound” Event Friday Evening at the Bluestone Event benefits the ENT program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital WHEN: Friday, December 9, 2011 7-11 p.m. – media opportunity WHERE: Bluestone 583 East Broad St.
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22q Deletion Syndrome
22q11.2 deletion syndrome, also known as DiGeorge Syndrome, is a condition where there is a small amount of genetic material missing (a microdeletion) on the long arm (the q arm) of chromosome 22. 22q has the potential to impact every system in the body and can lead to a range of health issues.
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Community Provider Corner
- In-office Ear Tube Placement
- Measles: Provider Resources
- Wellstone Center Muscular Dystrophy Conference
- Diabetes Management Education
- Heart Center Family Conference
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Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
This Helping Hand™ is about having a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy (T & A) surgery. During this surgery, the tonsils and adenoids are taken out at the same time.
Branchial Cleft Cyst/Sinus/Fistula
During early prenatal development, gill-like structures (branchial) usually resorb but in rare circumstances, they may remain. These are referred to as branchial anomalies. They include branchial sinus, branchial fistula and branchial cyst. Branchial anomalies can be removed surgically.
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Vocal Fold Nodules
Vocal fold or vocal cord nodules are small, non-cancerous growths on your child’s vocal cords. They are often caused by voice abuse. Over time, your child’s repeated misuse of the vocal folds results in soft, swollen spots on each vocal fold.
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Tympanic Membrane Perforation
Tympanic membrane perforation can be suspected with a history of ear trauma, ear tubes, frequent ear drainage or hearing loss.
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Tracheomalacia (Primary and Secondary)
Tracheomalacia is characterized by collapse of the walls of the windpipe (trachea). If the collapse is due to weakness of the cartilage in the tracheal wall, it is called primary tracheomalacia. If it's due to compression by a structure outside of the windpipe, it is called secondary tracheomalacia.
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How To Prevent Ear Infections While Swimming
Splashing in the pool is a summer favorite, but for kids with ear issues, it can also mean painful infections. Learn how to prevent swimmer’s ear, when to use earplugs, and what type is best for your child. Keep summer fun and safe for your little ones.
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Nasal Congestion
Nasal congestion, nasal obstruction, and mouth breathing are all descriptions of a similar condition where the nasal passages are blocked, resulting in the sensation of difficulty breathing through the nose.
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Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis (RRP)
RRP is caused by the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), which is a highly prevalent virus.
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Noisy Breathing in Kids
Is your child a noisy breather? Find out why – and what to do about it.
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What Kind of Stuff Clears up a Stuffy Nose?
This time of year, clogged noses are usually caused by upper respiratory viral infections. In most cases, that means there isn’t a whole lot you can do to speed up the healing process, but you do have some options when it comes to stuffy symptom relief.
Ear Infections (Otitis Media)
Ear infections, also known as otitis media, occur when the middle ear is infected or inflamed. There are two main types of otitis media: acute otitis media with effusion (fluid in the middle ear space) and chronic otitis media with effusion.
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Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Dysphonia, also known as hoarseness, refers to having an abnormal voice. For those affected by dysphonia, the voice can be described as hoarse, rough, raspy, strained, weak, breathy or gravely. There may also be voice breaks and pitch changes. Causes may include inflammation, growths and scarring.
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Tongue Tie: Breastfeeding, Speech and a Tethered Tongue
Tongue tie is one of the most commonly diagnosed conditions affecting an infant’s ability to feed and is often implicated as a potential cause for speech delay.
Meet Our Team
Our nationally recognized team offers children and their families comprehensive care.
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Otitis Media
Approximately one in every three children will be treated for otitis media at least once before their third birthday.
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Noisy Breathing (Stertor, Stridor or Wheezing)
Noisy breathing is common, especially in children. and can be a sign of many different conditions. Noisy breathing is typically caused by a partial blockage or narrowing at some point in the airways. Types of noisy breathing include low-pitched, stridor and wheezing.
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Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy Recovery Tips
Here are some things to look out for and steps to take to help your child recover from adenoid and tonsil surgery at Nationwide Children's Hospital.
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Experience and Schedule
Learn more about the anesthesiology fellowship clinical experience, clinical rotations and didactics.
Meet Our Team
Meet Our Prader Willi Syndrome Team.
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Submucous Cleft Palate
A submucous cleft palate (SMCP) results from a lack of normal fusion of the muscles within the soft palate as the baby is developing in utero. Frequent middle ear infections, nasal speech and early feeding difficulties may be the first indicators that a child has a submucous cleft palate.
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Minimally Invasive Surgery
Minimally invasive surgery (MIS) is performed through small incisions using miniaturized surgical tools and cameras.
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SONGS FOR SOUND: Behind The Music
Join us for Songs for Sound: Behind The Music on Friday, September 21, 2012 at the Bluestone (583 East Broad St.). This intimate evening with the Nashville singer/songwriters directly benefits the ENT program at Nationwide Children’s.
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Kids and ATVs: How to Help Prevent Severe Injuries
Although there has been a decline in ATV-related injuries in recent years in the United States, children younger than 12 years make up almost half of ATV-related head and neck injuries.
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Laryngomalacia
Laryngomalacia literally means “Soft Larynx”. It is caused by floppiness of the laryngeal tissues above the vocal cords (the supraglottic larynx).
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What Are Cochlear Implants and How Do They Help a Child’s Hearing?
What is a cochlear implant? A cochlear implant is a device implanted into the inner ear to directly stimulate the hearing nerve. Cochlear implants may be needed when hearing aids no longer work for a child.
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Adult Cleft Lip and Palate Program
This program is an ideal place for those who may have felt frustrated by the lack of services available to adult patients.
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Songs for Sound: Behind The Music
Join us for Songs for Sound: Behind The Music on Friday, December 9, 2011 at the Bluestone (583 East Broad St.) from 7 to 11 p.m. This intimate evening with the Nashville singer/songwriters directly benefits the ENT program at Nationwide Children’s.
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Prescribing Guidelines for Acute Otitis Externa and Otitis Media with Tympanostomy Tube Otorrhea
Due to recent drug shortages and cost increases of the otic solution, Partners For Kids and Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Otolaryngology Department recommend using Ofloxacin 0.3% ophthalmic solution as an ear drop for a safe and effective alternative.
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Nasal Turbinate Reduction
Prepare for your child's nasal turbinate reduction with this Helping Hand.
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Ingesting Honey After Swallowing Button Battery Reduces Injury and Improves Outcomes
A team of ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialists has demonstrated that eating honey after swallowing a button battery has the potential to reduce serious injuries in small children.
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Tonsillitis
Tonsillitis refers to inflammation or infection of the tonsils. Treatment of tonsillitis typically requires a course of antibiotics.
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What’s the Difference Between an Audiologist and Speech Language Pathologist?
While pediatric audiologists and speech language pathologists each serve different roles, they often work together to track a child’s progress and make adjustments to hearing devices or therapy to best serve a child and their family.
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Cochlear Implant: Care After Surgery
A cochlear implant will be put in one or both of your child’s ears. The information below will help you care for your child after their implant surgery. What to Expect Cochlear implant surgery normally takes 1 to 2 hours for each ear. Your child will likely go home the same day.
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Giant Neck Mass
A giant neck mass is an abnormal growth of the neck. There are two different types of masses including cervical teratomas and lymphatic malformations. The cause of it is unknown, but it can be treated.
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Salivary Gland Disorders Clinic
Excessive drooling can be a problem both medically and socially for children with complex medical issues. The Salivary Gland Disorders Clinic provides a comprehensive approach to evaluation and surgical management for these disorders when the drooling has not responded to treatment.
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Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD) Clinic
The physician specialists in the Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia (PCD) Clinic are committed to the diagnosis and management of children with PCD.
Outpatient Care
Nationwide Children's Hospital – Toledo gives you access to primary care and virtual health care options. We also provide care in many specialty areas, including emergency and trauma care, physical therapy, care for children with autism and surgical services.
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Vascular Anomalies Center
The Vascular Anomalies Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital brings together a highly skilled interdisciplinary team of pediatric specialists to provide coordinated and comprehensive care for patients with vascular anomalies.
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Adenoid Removal (Adenoidectomy)
Adenoids are glands high in the throat behind the nose. Surgery to remove the adenoids is called an adenoidectomy. An adenoidectomy may be done if your child has trouble with breathing through the nose or for problems with frequent ear infections or sinus infections, among other reasons.
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Innovative Infant Feeding Disorders Program
The Innovative Infant Feeding Disorders Program works to prevent, predict, diagnose and treat feeding-related disorders for infants. Dedicated to improving outcomes, our expert team focuses on personalized, feeding management strategies based on the latest clinical and transitional research.
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Enlarged Lymph Nodes
Hundreds of these lymph nodes are present in your child’s neck and face. When an infection is present, lymph nodes can become enlarged as an immune response is mounted.
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Trauma Program Report
Our program's multidisciplinary approach allows us to provide trauma patients with exceptional care and serves as a resource for injury prevention and education for central Ohio and beyond. Learn more in our program report.
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Sleep Apnea
A sprain is an injury to a ligament, or band of tough, elastic-like tissue that connects bone to bone and holds a joint in place.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Opens New Close To Home Center in Springfield
Nationwide Children’s Hospital recently opened a new Close To HomeSM Center in Springfield, OH. Effective August 1, 2012, the new facility will feature ChildLab laboratory services with extended hours and pediatric specialty clinics. Located at 1644 N.
2025 Otolaryngology Research Symposium
This conference is directed to presenting clinical updates and research discoveries for the otolaryngologic care of children. This one-day meeting will include expert panels, multidisciplinary discussions and strategies to improve quality for care of children.
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Children With Hearing Loss: Guidelines for Schools
Some children are born with a hearing loss. Others may develop one due to injury, infection or even loud noises. Children with hearing loss can do well in school, but they often need extra help to learn at their full capacity.
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Interprofessional Education and Grand Rounds Update
- Upcoming Conferences
- Pediatric Grand Rounds
- Project ECHO: Obesity, Rumination and Family ECHO
- MOC Part 4 Credit
- Lounge and Learn
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Nationwide Children's Hospital Urgent Care Moves to New Site in Dublin
Effective June 23, 2010, the new Nationwide Children’s Hospital Dublin Close To HomeSM Center on Hospital Drive will open with Urgent Care, ChildLab (laboratory) and Radiology services at 7450 Hospital Drive, in the Medical Office Building of Dublin Methodist Hospital.
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Aerodigestive Disorders Clinic
The Aerodigestive Disorders Clinic offers a coordinated team approach to care for children with chronic and complex disorders of the upper airway (pharynx and larynx), the lower airway (trachea, bronchi and lungs) and upper digestive tract (esophagus and stomach).
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Prader Willi Syndrome Clinic
Our team of Prader-Willi Syndrome experts will work with you and your child, newborn to young adult, creating an individualized approach in the diagnosis, early intervention and treatment.
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22q Center
We provide individualized diagnostic and management services in genetics, cardiology, plastic and reconstructive surgery, speech-language pathology, developmental pediatrics, immunology, neuropsychology, behavioral health, audiology, otolaryngology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, hematology, neurology, orthopedics and psychiatry.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Appoints Charles Elmaraghy, MD, Chief of Pediatric Otolaryngology
Charles Elmaraghy, MD, has recently been appointed chief of the Department of Otolaryngology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr. Elmaraghy has served as interim chief since 2011, and is a faculty member in the Department of Otolaryngology and was recently promoted to Associate Professor of
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Micrognathia
Micrognathia is when the lower jaw is smaller than normal. In some cases, this can cause problems with feeding, breathing and sleeping.
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Ménière's Disease
Ménière's disease is a balance disorder caused by an abnormality found in a section of the inner ear called the labyrinth.
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Global Health-China Medical Program
The Global Health-China Medical Program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital seeks to provide a short-term opportunity, 1-3 months for residents and fellows or 1 week for physicians, for them to travel to the People’s Republic of China to enhance their knowledge and skills in pediatric care.
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Stopping Progression of Tissue Injury after Button Battery Ingestion
Button battery injuries in children have been increasingly severe, resulting in devastating injuries and even death. Button batteries damage esophageal tissue through isothermic hydrolysis reactions, resulting in alkaline caustic injury, which leads to tissue necrosis. Prompt removal of the battery is critical to minimizing damage. However, when children swallow a button battery, the injury can progress even after it is removed.
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Hearing Loss
Hearing loss occurs when a person cannot access sounds within the normal hearing range in both ears. The degree or severity of the hearing loss can vary from person to person depending on the cause.
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Center for Complex Craniofacial Disorders
Whether your child is diagnosed with jaw abnormalities, facial trauma, craniosynostosis, plagiocephaly or Pierre Robin syndrome, our center offers a comprehensive and compassionate approach to care, provided by experts who understand how children grow and heal.
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CareLink
Nationwide Children’s CareLink is a free, web-based application available to community providers. It offers external physicians and support staff read-only access to patient electronic medical records in real-time.
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Pierre Robin Sequence
Pierre Robin Sequence is a condition that affects a baby’s mouth. It usually involves a cleft palate and a small lower jaw. This can impact breathing and feeding.
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Community Provider Corner
- Athens Close To HomeSM Center
- Winter Well-being: CAP4Kids Resources for Patient Families
- Harvest a Love of Reading During Family Literacy Month
- Community Education: Save The Date
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Earns National Distinction as a Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Team
The Commission on the Approval of Teams of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association (ACPA) and the Cleft Palate Foundation (CPF) recently voted to fully approve the Cleft Lip and Palate Center and the Center for Complex Craniofacial Disorders at Nationwide Children’s Hospital as a
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Ear Infections: Why Kids May Not Need 10 Days of Antibiotics
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) updated their recommendations for treating childhood ear infections in 2013. The current guideline states that a full ten days of antibiotics may not be necessary for children over two years of age with non-severe ear infections.
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Blood and Marrow Transplantation (BMT)
We use hematopoietic cell transplantation to treat pediatric and young adult malignant and non-malignant disorders. Our specialists optimize treatment and reduce transplant-associated morbidity and mortality through novel therapies.
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VACTERL Association
VACTERL association is a complex condition that affects up to seven areas of the body. It appears differently in everyone, but at least three areas of the body must be impacted for this diagnosis.
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New Study Finds Battery-Related Injuries in Children More than Doubled in Recent Decade
Pediatric battery-related emergency department (ED) visits have increased considerably in the last decade, particularly among children 5 years old and under, according to a new study published today in Pediatrics by a team of researchers from Safe Kids Worldwide and Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
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Cleft Lip and Palate Center
Our center cares for children with cleft lip and palate from a nationally recognized team including experts from plastic surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, otolaryngology (ENT), speech-language pathology, nursing, dentistry, social work, audiology, genetics and psychology.
Laryngomalacia (Laryngeal Stridor)
Laryngomalacia, also called laryngeal stridor, results from a weakness of parts of the voice box (larynx). The main symptom of laryngomalacia is noisy breathing when your child breathes in.
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Subglottic Stenosis
Subglottic stenosis is a narrowing of the airway in the part of the voice box below the vocal cords (glottis). There are two kinds of subglottic stenosis: congenital subglottic stenosis and acquired subglottic stenosis.
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Nationwide Childrens Hospital Opens First, Suburban Surgery Center in Westerville
Nationwide Children’s Hospital has opened its first suburban ambulatory surgery center. Located in Westerville, Ohio, the center is an extension of the current surgical services on the main campus, one that gives families an option for convenient access to a full spectrum of pediatric
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Study: Adenotonsillectomy May Help Resolve Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Children with Prader-Willi Syndrome
Children with Prader-Willi syndrome may receive relief from sleep disorders after undergoing an adenotonsillectomy, suggests a new study from Nationwide Children’s Hospital published in the November print issue of the Archives of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.
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Hearing Screening at School: What To Expect if Your Child Gets Tested
The majority of children with congenital hearing loss will have the impairment identified at birth by a newborn screening, which has become a standard of care in hospitals nationwide. However, some types of hearing loss may not become evident until later in childhood.
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Sore Throat Spectrum: Runny Nose to Strep and Everything in Between
Sore throat can occur on its own, for multiple reasons, or it can be the sign of another illness. So, how do you know if your child should see a doctor?
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Prominent Ears, Small Ears and Skin Tags: When Is Surgery Necessary for an Ear Condition?
Ear differences such as prominent ears, small/underdeveloped ears and skin tags can cause worry and distress. As a plastic and reconstructive surgeon, I often hear questions from parents related to hearing and surgery – here are some of the common ones.
Mansfield Locations
A national leader. Caring for kids. Right in Mansfield, Ohio. Health care for children and families is closer than ever. Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s presence in Richland County includes two Close To Home Centers, a school-based health center, the pediatric hospitalist program at
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Melanoma & Pigmented Lesion Clinic
The Melanoma & Pigmented Lesion Clinic at Nationwide Children’s Hospital offers comprehensive, interdisciplinary care for benign and malignant pigmented lesions in children.
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Sleep Disorder Center
Our Sleep Disorder Center and our Sleep Medicine Clinics assist primary care physicians and specialists with the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders in children from infancy to adolescence.
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The Fetal Center
The Fetal Center offers advanced diagnostic, treatment and recovery options for families facing complex birth defects. We are devoted to improving neonatal outcomes for most fetal complications while supporting you along the way.
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Nosebleeds
In this Helping Hand™, we discuss nosebleeds. Also known as epistaxis, nosebleeds occur when small and delicate blood vessels (capillaries) in the lining of the nose break and bleed. There are many things you can do to stop a nosebleed. If your child’s nosebleed does not stop, call your doctor.
Tracheomalacia
In this Helping Hand™document, we discuss tracheomalacia, which is when the walls of a child’s windpipe (trachea) collapse. If the collapsed part of the windpipe goes past the area where it branches off into the two lungs, it is called bronchomalacia. This causes noisy or difficult breathing.
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Dr. Prashant Solanki Malhotra Appointed in Otolaryngology, Director of the Hearing Program at Nationwide Childrens Hospital
Prashant Solanki Malhotra, MD, FAAP, recently was appointed a physician in Otolaryngology and director of the Hearing Program at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr.
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Teaching Kids American Sign Language
There are many valuable benefits to learning ASL; research shows sign language promotes strong literacy and communication skills, and is used by individuals with other communication, learning or developmental disabilities.
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Listen Up! How to Keep Ears Clean
While earwax should generally be left alone unless it causes a problem, understanding proper ear cleaning techniques can assist in preventing wax buildup and associated issues.
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Submucosal Cleft Palate: A 'Hidden' Cause of Speech and Middle Ear Problems
A submucosal cleft palate (SMCP) results from a lack of normal fusion of the muscles within the soft palate as the baby is developing in utero. It occurs in about 1 in 1,200 children.
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Speech Disorders in Children
If you’ve ever wondered if your child’s early speech development is on track, you are not alone. It can be difficult to know what is typical for a child’s age and when to be concerned.
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The Snot Palette: What Do All Those Colors Mean?
When it comes to mucous, consistency, color, volume and duration, should be assessed as well as other symptoms and the overall wellness of the child.
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Velopharyngeal Dysfunction (VPD)
Velopharyngeal dysfunction (VPD) is the inadequate separation of the oral and nasal cavities during speech and/or swallowing. At Nationwide Children’s Hospital, our experts in the Velopharyngeal Dysfunction Program provide specialized treatment for patients with speech disorders resulting from VPD.
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Two Brothers Born With Forms of Cleft Lip and Palate Raises Awareness of Condition and Risk Factors
Carter and Mason Osborne have a lot in common. Not only are they brothers who love to laugh, they also share one unique characteristic; they were born with forms of cleft lip and palate.
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Barker Lab
The Barker Lab studies wound healing and disorders of abnormal wound healing. As the primary research laboratory for the Department of Plastic Reconstructive Surgery, Dr. Jenny Barker facilitates innovative and collaborative translational science for would care and plastic surgery patients.
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Helping Your Child Adjust To Hearing Aids
Each year, thousands of school-aged children and newborn babies are diagnosed with some degree of hearing loss. For many of these kids, hearing aids will become the gateway to the world of sounds around them.
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Tongue-Lip Adhesion
Tongue-Lip Adhesion (TLA) is a surgery done for infants with Pierre Robin sequence. TLA helps prevent the tongue from falling back into the baby’s throat. If the tongue falls back into the throat, it can block the airway and make it hard for the baby to breathe.
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Snoring: When To Be Concerned
If your child is snoring, there may be treatments to help address the problem. The most common reasons for snoring in children are enlarged tonsils and adenoids.
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Ohio Pediatric Care Alliance Opens March 24, 2014
Officials at Dayton Children’s Hospital and Nationwide Children’s Hospital are pleased to announce their joint outpatient specialty care center will open March 24, 2014.
Online Second Opinions
Our team is proud to offer online second opinions for patients everywhere. If you are currently receiving care at another institution and would like a second opinion from experts at Nationwide Children’s, please visit our Online Second Opinion Program.
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Allergic Rhinitis
In this Helping Hand™ document, we discuss allergic rhinitis. There are two main types of allergic rhinitis: seasonal (occurs certain times of the year) and perennial (happens all year). When symptoms occur in late summer or early fall, some people call it hayfever. Small changes at home can help.
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Awards and Recognition
Comments From Patients and Families about Nationwide Children's Hospital physicians.
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Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis
Mandibular Distraction Osteogenesis (MDO) is a surgery done for infants with Pierre Robin sequence. MDO lengthens the jaw to help open the airway so the baby can breathe safely and comfortably on their own.
Blog
Our Top 10 Blog Posts of 2024
We like to look back at our most popular posts from 700 Children’s! Without further ado, here are the most-read articles from our team in 2024.
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Medical Education
All Nationwide Children’s faculty members have access to a number of medical education resources including: PediaCast CME With Dr. Mike In addition to a wide range of pediatric topics, the podcast includes episodes on faculty development, which helps pediatric teachers and researchers improve
Specialty
Audiology
The Department of Audiology at Nationwide Children's Hospital diagnoses hearing loss in children and provides a full range of services, including pediatric hearing aids and cochlear implants.
News
More pediatric expertise coming to Springfield through a new pediatric care alliance
Officials at Dayton Children’s Hospital and Nationwide Children’s Hospital are pleased to announce a formal collaboration focused on improving access to highly specialized pediatric services for all Springfield area families.
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Referrals and Scheduling
We accept patient referrals and appointment requests through several options. Choose the option that works best for you.