Divisions
Since its inception in 1973, the Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery at Eastern Virginia Medical School has been recognized for its contributions to patient care, research and education. In addition to traditional management of ear, nose and throat disorders, the Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery provides expert care for a multitude of complex disorders that affect the head and neck region. Each faculty member has undergone extensive fellowship training in an area of expertise for which they have achieved national recognition.
Audiology
Using a full array of auditory technologies, the Division of Audiology provides comprehensive diagnostic and rehabilitative services for patients with hearing abnormalities.
Center for Hemangiomas and Vascular Birthmarks
By using the latest advances in medical therapies, the physicians of the Hemangiomas and Vascular Birthmarks Program ensure the best possible result without risking or damaging healthy skin.
Center for Pediatric Otolaryngology
Our physicians are skilled in the management of children with disorders of the ear, nose, throat and related structures of the head and neck.
Center for Skull Base Surgery
Composed of fellowship trained physician specialists, the Division of Skull Base Surgery services include the treatment of tumors involving the skull base and vascular disorders such as aneurysms.
Division of Allergy
The Division of Allergy is committed to the management of allergy and inflammatory diseases, and counsel for patients on environmental avoidance techniques.
Facial Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery Center
Our division performs cosmetic facial procedures including rhinoplasty, face lifts and lip rejuvenation. Additionally, Dr. Dobratz also conducts reconstructive facial procedures.
General Otolaryngology
Although many of us think of ear tubes, tonsils and adenoids when we think of Otolaryngology, it involves much more. Our talented physicians specialize in a variety of head and neck disorders.
Head and Neck Cancer Center
Our multidisciplinary teams, including otolaryngology-head and neck surgery and radiation oncologists, work together to ensure the management of patients with varied head and neck diseases.
Hearing and Balance Center
The Hearing and Balance Center offers diagnosis and treatment of disorders affecting the ear, hearing and balance system, facial nerve and related structures in both children and adults.
Rhinology and Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
The Department’s Physicians are experienced in the medical and surgical management of disorders of the nose and paranasal sinuses.
Sleep Disorder Center
Collaborative efforts with the Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery ensures that common sleep disorders are identified and treated accordingly.
Voice and Swallowing Center
The Voice Center at EVMS has been organized to diagnose and treat a wide variety of voice disorders that affect the general public. The Center also adheres to patients with swallowing problems.