Dr. Scott elected to national position
Sean Miller • June 18, 2019
Congratulations to our very own Dr. Bruce Scott who was recently elected to a position as Speaker of the House of Delegates of the American Medical Association (AMA)!
Dr. Scott’s selection is a recognition of his tireless efforts and commitment to improving healthcare for patients and providers — a commitment that he began by serving patients in our office on a daily basis.
Sinus infections can be quite bothersome. With symptoms like persistent congestion and uncomfortable pressure in your face, they can make you feel pretty miserable. One symptom that often raises concern is bloody mucus. If you’ve ever blown your nose and noticed some red in the mix, it’s only natural to worry about whether this means you have a sinus infection or if something more serious is going on.
If you're dealing with thyroid cancer, understanding the different types of thyroidectomies can be an important part of your treatment. In this blog post, we'll take a look at the various types of thyroidectomies and how they can help you manage your condition.
Infections can be pretty bad, and sinus infections are no exception. A sinus infection may sometimes resolve on its own, but there are times when it can cause problems for the individual dealing with it.
To our patients: COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus, will have a significant impact on our practice and healthcare for the near future. It is a fluid, ever-changing challenge for all healthcare providers. Please know that we are being thorough and diligent in our preparations and approach to providing care for our patients. […]
Is it a Cold or the Flu? It’s that time of year again – flu season. Both colds and the flu are viral illness that may have overlapping symptoms, but there are some key differences: Cold Symptoms that build over 48 hours Runny nose, watery eyes Stuffy nose and congestion Sneezing and coughing Symptoms may […]
We are very proud to note that Kentuckiana ENT’s own Thomas S. Higgins, MD, MSPH, was on “The Doctors” nationally syndicated television program. He was able to provide charitable care for a patient in need! Click here to learn more: https://www.thedoctorstv.com/articles/there-treatment-tinnitus
Thyroid Cancer: It’s more common than you think. In fact, it’s one of the most common cancers found in women today. It’s also a slow growing cancer and has a very high treatment success rate. Symptoms are difficulty swallowing, voice changes, a lump or swelling in the neck. Other related conditions include goiters, hyperthyroidism, and […]
Ear Candles: Are They Safe? Do they work? In a word-No. They do not remove wax and can damage your ear in the process. Common injuries are burns, obstruction from candle wax, and perforations to the ear drum. There are no proven studies that support ear candles as a safe, effective way to remove ear […]
Lumps, bumps, and masses. We know that finding an enlarged bump or mass in your head or neck can be a stressful situation for anyone. Perhaps you noticed this area yourself, or perhaps it was identified by another doctor. We can help. At Kentuckiana ENT, we have board-certified surgeons trained in the treatment and, if […]
Nasal Polyps: What are they? How do you know if you have them? Congestion, loss of sense of smell, facial pain and pressure, post-nasal drip. All are common symptoms of polyp and other ailments that can affect the nose. Polyp symptoms can mimic very common symptoms of allergic disease. Who gets them? Polyps have been […]
