Otorhinolaryngologist
Otorhinolaryngologist
Otorhinolaryngologist (pronunciation: /ˌoʊtoʊˌraɪnoʊˌlærənˈɡɒlədʒɪst/) is a medical specialist who is trained in the medical and surgical management and treatment of patients with diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, and throat (ENT), and related structures of the head and neck.
Etymology
The term "Otorhinolaryngologist" is derived from the Greek words 'otis' (ear), 'rhinos' (nose), 'larynx' (throat), and 'logos' (study), indicating a practitioner who studies and treats conditions of the ear, nose, and throat.
Related Terms
- Otolaryngology: The branch of medicine that deals with diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat, and neck.
- Audiologist: A healthcare professional who diagnoses, treats, and manages hearing loss and balance disorders.
- Rhinologist: A specialist who focuses on diseases and disorders of the nose and sinuses.
- Laryngologist: A specialist who focuses on diseases and disorders of the larynx, especially those that affect the voice.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Otorhinolaryngologist
- Wikipedia's article - Otorhinolaryngologist
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