Erich Mertensmeyer, DO; Benjamin Hodnett, MD; Allan Allphin, MD; Mark Van Ess, DO; A. Daniel Pinheiro, MD; Aaron Morrison, MD
About Mercy Clinic - Ear, Nose and Throat
Mercy Clinic – Ear, Nose and Throat is comprised of six board-certified physicians, six NP/PAs, five audiologists and one speech language pathologist. Together they cover all areas in this diverse specialty and bring 118 years of practice experience with expertise in areas ranging from cochlear implants to robotic surgery for treatment of head and neck tumors.
For those who suffer from environmental allergies, they offer testing and desensitization with traditional allergy shots and sublingual drops. Both are safe and effective treatments to improve the quality of life for allergy sufferers.
Other areas offered include videostroboscopy to help in diagnosis and treatment of voice disorders. Throat cancer caused by HPV virus is on the rise, but these physicians are well-versed in all of the latest techniques for removal of these tumors including TORS (transoral robotic surgery). They also offer the most advanced microvascular reconstruction techniques to restore appearance and function for those affected by trauma or cancer. Treatment of hearing and balance problems is also covered by this specialty whether it's through microscopic ear surgery or surgically implantable hearing devices. Children and infants have special problems and require specialized care.
Whether it’s treatment of congenital cysts or tumors of infancy or restoration of hearing loss, Mercy Clinic – ENT has the expertise to deliver the most advanced care.