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There are 45 Ear, Nose, Throat Doctors (ENT) in Richmond, VA and 44% of those with reviews are rated 4-star or higher. Some of the most common clinical focuses include Upper Respiratory Conditions, "Ear, Nose, & Throat Surgical Procedures" and Otologic Conditions & Procedures. Popular hospitals in the area include VCU Medical Center Main Hospital, Henrico Doctors' Hospital and Johnston-Willis Hospital.
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45 Results for Ear, Nose, and Throat near Richmond, VA
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★ Featured
Photo: Dr. Daniel Vanhimbergen, MD

Dr. Daniel Vanhimbergen, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat
4.3 (28)
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience
Offers telehealth
7.4 mi
Tel: (804) 406-9834
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Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospital's primary service area or have been granted access to our hospital's clinical information systems. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
On staff at Henrico Doctors' Hospital
★ Featured
Photo: Dr. Julie Kerr, MD

Dr. Julie Kerr, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat
3.4 (24)
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience
Offers telehealth
5.4 mi
Tel: (804) 406-9834
Call Now
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospital's primary service area or have been granted access to our hospital's clinical information systems. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
On staff at Henrico Doctors' Hospital
★ Featured
Photo: Dr. Robert Brager, MD

Dr. Robert Brager, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat
4.3 (86)
Accepting new patients
Offers telehealth
7.8 mi
Tel: (804) 406-9834
Call Now
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospital's primary service area or have been granted access to our hospital's clinical information systems. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
On staff at Henrico Doctors' Hospital
Photo: Dr. George Tarasidis, MD

Dr. George Tarasidis, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat
4.9 (16)
Accepting new patients
7 years of experience
Offers telehealth
7.4 mi
Tel: (804) 430-6793
Call Now
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospital's primary service area or have been granted access to our hospital's clinical information systems. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(804) 430-6793
On staff at Chippenham Hospital
Photo: Dr. Robert Brager, MD

Dr. Robert Brager, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat
4.3 (86)
Accepting new patients
Offers telehealth
7.8 mi
Tel: (804) 373-6339
Call Now
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospital's primary service area or have been granted access to our hospital's clinical information systems. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(804) 373-6339
On staff at Retreat Doctors' Hospital
Photo: Dr. Daniel Vanhimbergen, MD

Dr. Daniel Vanhimbergen, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat
4.3 (28)
Accepting new patients
16 years of experience
Offers telehealth
7.4 mi
Tel: (804) 430-3454
Call Now
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospital's primary service area or have been granted access to our hospital's clinical information systems. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(804) 430-3454
On staff at Retreat Doctors' Hospital
Photo: Dr. Jin Lim, MD

Dr. Jin Lim, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat
4.0 (24)
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience
Offers telehealth
7.4 mi
Tel: (804) 430-3515
Call Now
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospital's primary service area or have been granted access to our hospital's clinical information systems. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(804) 430-3515
On staff at Johnston-Willis Hospital
Photo: Dr. Julie Kerr, MD

Dr. Julie Kerr, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat
3.4 (24)
Accepting new patients
19 years of experience
Offers telehealth
5.4 mi
Tel: (804) 781-4311
Call Now
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospital's primary service area or have been granted access to our hospital's clinical information systems. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(804) 781-4311
On staff at Henrico Doctors' Hospital
Photo: Dr. James Tyson, MD

Dr. James Tyson, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat
3.1 (36)
Accepting new patients
32 years of experience
Offers telehealth
7.4 mi
Tel: (804) 430-6830
Call Now
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospital's primary service area or have been granted access to our hospital's clinical information systems. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(804) 430-6830
On staff at Chippenham Hospital
Photo: Dr. David Salley, MD

Dr. David Salley, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat
4.1 (17)
Accepting new patients
Offers telehealth
7.4 mi
Tel: (804) 445-8372
Call Now
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospital's primary service area or have been granted access to our hospital's clinical information systems. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(804) 445-8372
On staff at Chippenham Hospital
Photo: Dr. Alan Burke, MD

Dr. Alan Burke, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat
4.2 (55)
Accepting new patients
24 years of experience
Offers telehealth
7.8 mi
Tel: (804) 430-5111
Call Now
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospital's primary service area or have been granted access to our hospital's clinical information systems. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(804) 430-5111
On staff at Retreat Doctors' Hospital
Photo: Dr. James May IV, MD

Dr. James May IV, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat
3.3 (25)
Accepting new patients
13 years of experience
Offers telehealth
7.4 mi
Tel: (804) 430-4420
Call Now
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospital's primary service area or have been granted access to our hospital's clinical information systems. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(804) 430-4420
On staff at Johnston-Willis Hospital
Photo: Dr. John Michael Kenerson, MD

Dr. John Michael Kenerson, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat
0
Accepting new patients
5 years of experience
Offers telehealth
10.0 mi
Tel: (804) 373-6854
Call Now
Book an Appointment
Physicians participating in the referral service program have chosen to participate, are in good standing at our hospitals, have not paid a fee, are credentialed to perform the service you have requested and are accepting new patients in their practice. They do not have a financial interest in another hospital or facility in this area and are not employed by or have an ownership interest in a competitive health care system. To ensure patients have a reasonable number of physician choices, the program includes physicians who may not have privileges at our hospital but have an office location in our hospital's primary service area or have been granted access to our hospital's clinical information systems. Physicians who are employed or engaged by an HCA affiliated physician practice or offering online appointment scheduling are referred first with others referred on a randomized basis to match your individual needs with consideration for the preferences you have expressed.
(804) 373-6854
On staff at Johnston-Willis Hospital

Healthcare at a Glance in Richmond, VA

Richmond has some of the best healthcare options in Virginia and is home to several hospital systems, including Inova and Sentara Healthcare. For women’s care in Richmond, there’s Richmond Medical Center for Women and The Women’s Hospital at Henrico Doctors’ Hospital. Veterans in the region can get care at Hunter Holmes McGuire VA Medical Center, a 399-bed facility.

Richmond’s Top-Rated Facilities

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  • #10 in Gynecology
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  • #20 in Pediatric Cardiology & Heart Surgery
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Otolaryngology (ENT) Frequently Asked Questions

What is an otolaryngologist (ENT doctor)

An otolaryngologist is a doctor who diagnoses and treats conditions of the ear, nose, and throat. They’re also known as an ENT doctor. Otolaryngologists are also surgeons, which means they perform operations to help people treat conditions such as hearing loss, tinnitus, obstructive sleep apnea, and more.

What conditions do otolaryngologists treat?

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ENT doctors treat several different medical conditions, including:

What procedures do otolaryngologists perform?

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The types of procedures an otolaryngologist performs can depend on their specialty. Typically, these specialists spend several years training in a subspecialty, including:

  • allergies
  • facial and reconstructive surgery
  • head and neck
  • laryngology
  • otology
  • pediatric ENT

Some of the procedures performed within these subspecialties include:

  • diagnostic tests, imaging, blood work, and more
  • facelifts and nose jobs
  • sleep studies
  • surgery to correct nasal obstructions or blockages
  • tumor removal

When should I go to an otolaryngologist?

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There are many reasons you might want to visit an ENT specialist, including:

You can ask your primary care physician to refer you to an ENT specialist if you’re experiencing persistent or severe pain or discomfort of the ear, nose, and throat.

What can I expect from my first otolaryngologist appointment?

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Usually, your first visit to an ENT specialist starts with a referral made by your primary care physician. Once at your ENT appointment, you can expect the doctor to ask you questions about your medical history and any symptoms you’re experiencing.

Typically, your ENT doctor will conduct a physical exam that includes palpating the neck, or examining the neck by touch. They’ll also take a quick look at your ears, mouth, and nose with special instruments. In addition, your ENT doctor may recommend a nasal endoscope, which is a noninvasive procedure that takes a closer look at your sinuses.

What questions should I ask my otolaryngologist?

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It’s important that you prepare for your appointment with an ENT doctor. To help you get started, we’ve created a list of good questions to ask your doctor:

  • Can you treat my condition?
  • What are the long-term effects of this condition?
  • Who do I see for follow-up care and appointments?
  • Will my condition affect my health in other ways?
  • What procedures and treatment do you recommend for my condition?
  • What are the potential risks and benefits of this procedure?
  • Are you experienced in performing this procedure?

You can use these questions as a starting point, but feel free to add your own. A good practice is to also ask for additional information and take notes during your appointment.

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