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Dr. Mark Van Ess, DO

Ear, Nose, and Throat*
4.3 (14)
Map Pin Small Springfield, MO
Accepting new patients
21 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Mark Van Ess, DO

Dr. Mark Van Ess, DO is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Springfield, MO. They specialize in Ear, Nose, and Throat, has 21 years of experience, and is board certified in Facial Plastic Surgery. They graduated from Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine and is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Lebanon and Mercy Hospital Springfield. Dr. Van Ess, completed a residency at Freeman Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Van Ess an average 4.3 star rating.

Dr. Van Ess works at Practice in Springfield, MO. They frequently treat conditions like Meniere's Disease, Enlarged Turbinates and Cholesteatoma along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Van Ess' Office Locations

  1. 1
    Mercy Clinic Ear Nose and Throat - E. Seminole
    1229 E Seminole St Ste 520, Springfield, MO 65804 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (417) 820-5750
  2. 2
    Mercy Children's Hospital Springfield
    1235 E Cherokee St, Springfield, MO 65804 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (417) 820-2600

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Admitting Hospitals

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  • Mercy Hospital Lebanon
  • Mercy Hospital Springfield

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Treatment frequency



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Meniere's Disease
Enlarged Turbinates
Cholesteatoma
Acute Respiratory Infection
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Cervical Vertigo
Conductive Hearing Loss
Deviated Septum
Dizziness
Earwax Buildup
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Hyperparathyroidism
Mixed Hearing Loss
Nonsuppurative Otitis Media
Otitis Media
Otosclerosis
Outer Ear Infection
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Perforated Eardrum
Postnasal Drip
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Sudden Deafness and-or Hearing Loss
Sudden Idiopathic Hearing Loss
Suppurative Otitis Media
Tinnitus
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Vertigo
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Cochlear Implant Insertion
Ear Tube Placement
Perforated Eardrum Repair (Tympanoplasty)
Acoustic Neuroma
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Ataxia
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Bell's Palsy
Big Ears
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Bone Cancer
Chronic Eye Diseases
Chronic Laryngitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Cleft Lip
Cleft Lip and Palate
Cochlear Otosclerosis
Common Cold
Cough
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Deafness
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Down Syndrome
Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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ENT Cancer
Facial Nerve Disorder
Facial Palsy
Head and Neck Cancer
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Headache
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Hearing Loss
Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Hyperacusis
Labyrinthine Dysfunction
Labyrinthitis
Laryngeal Cancer
Laryngitis
Loss of Smell and Taste
Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
Malignant Otitis Externa
Meningiomas
Myringitis
Nasal Polyp
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Nosebleed
Oral Cancer
Oral or Facial Cleft
Ossicular Malformations, Familial
Osteosarcoma
Otosclerosis, Familial
Pediatric Hearing Loss
Perilymph Fistula (PLF)
Peritonsillar Abscess
Pharyngitis
Salivary Gland Cancer
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sjögren's Syndrome
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Swimmer's Ear
Thyroid Cancer
TMJ
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Tongue-Tie
Tonsil Cancer
Tonsillitis
Vocal Cord Nodule
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Wheezing
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Adenoidectomy
Audiometry
Bone Anchored Hearing Aid Implant
Carotid Ultrasound
Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
Craniectomy, Craniotomy, Surgery of Skull Base, Neuroendoscopy
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Epley S Maneuver
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision of Facial Bone
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Frenectomy
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Mastoidectomy
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Oral Cancer Screening
Pediatric Cochlear Implants
Rhinoseptoplasty
Stapedectomy
Thyroid Scan
Tracheal Surgery
Vestibular Schwanoma Surgery
Vestibular Testing
Wound Repair
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    4.3
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    Based on 14 ratings
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    About Dr. Mark Van Ess, DO

    Specialties*
    • Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Years of Experience
    • 21 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1841404613
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Sarasota Memorial Hospital
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Freeman Hospital
    Residency
    Internship
    • Via Christi Medical Center
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • Kansas City University College of Osteopathic Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Grand Valley State University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Facial Plastic Surgery
    Board Certifications
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    Dr. Mark Van Ess, DO is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Van Ess is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Van Ess has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Van Ess has seen patients for Meniere's Disease, Enlarged Turbinates and Cholesteatoma, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Van Ess on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    14 patients have reviewed Dr. Van Ess. The overall rating for this provider is 4.3. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Van Ess.

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