Otology Overview

What is Otology?

Otology is a highly specialized area of medicine focusing on disorders of the outer, middle, and inner ear, as well as hearing and balance disorders. Otology is a sub-specialty of otolaryngology (ENT).

How is an Otologist different from an ENT specialist?

An Otologist is a physician who has additional years of training beyond ENT residency focusing just on disorders related to the ear. A full list of conditions an Otologist treats can be found on this page.