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Head and Neck Surgeons - Erie, PA

We found 11 head and neck surgeons in Erie, PA.

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Dr. Kirk William Steehler, D.O.

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Facial Plastic Surgery, Otolaryngology

1645 W 8th Street, Erie, PA

Dr. Kirk Steehler is an Erie, PA physician who specializes in facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He attended A.T. Still University, Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine.

"Great all around. He's the only one that made me smile after I heard biopsy and then possible cancer. I was cancer free"

April 19, 2024
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Dr. Sidney Philip Lipman, M.D.

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Otolaryngic Allergy

1645 W 8th Street, Erie, PA

Dr. Sidney Lipman is an Erie, PA physician who specializes in otolaryngic allergy. Dr. Lipman attended the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.
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Dr. Jack Bryant Anon, M.D.

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Otolaryngic Allergy

1645 W 8th Street, Erie, PA

Dr. Jack Anon is an otolaryngic allergy specialist in Erie, PA. Dr. Anon attended the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine.
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Dr. Stephen Eugene Schell, M.D.

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Facial Plastic Surgery, Otolaryngology

1645 W 8th Street, Erie, PA

Dr. Stephen Schell, who practices in Erie, PA, is a medical specialist in facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). Dr. Schell studied at Temple University School of Medicine.
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Dr. Ruthann I. Lipman, D.O.

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Facial Plastic Surgery, Otolaryngology

1645 W 8th Street, Erie, PA

Dr. Ruthann Lipman is a facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) specialist in Erie, PA. She is a graduate of Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine.
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Dr. Sean Thomas Carroll, D.O.

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Facial Plastic Surgery, Otolaryngology

380 E Bayfront Parkway, Erie, PA 16507

Dr. Sean Carroll is a specialist in facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He works in Erie, PA. He is a graduate of Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine.
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Dr. Gunnar Eo Bergqvist, M.D.

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Head & Neck Plastic Surgery

410 Cranberry Street, Erie, PA

Dr. Gunnar Bergqvist is a specialist in head & neck plastic surgery. He works in Erie, PA. He is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.
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Dr. Rick Fornelli, M.D.

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Otolaryngology

380 E Bayfront Parkway, Erie, PA 16507

Dr. Rick Fornelli specializes in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) and practices in Erie, PA. He is a graduate of Penn State College of Medicine.
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Dr. Carter McCance Denne, D.O

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Otolaryngology

380 E Bayfront Parkway, Erie, PA 16507

Dr. Carter Denne practices otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) in Erie, PA.
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Dr. Andrew James Steehler, MD

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Otolaryngology

201 State Street, Erie, PA

Dr. Andrew Steehler is an otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) specialist in Erie, PA.
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Dr. Robert Guelcher, MD

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Otolaryngology

521 Montmarc Boulevard, Erie, PA 16504

Dr. Robert Guelcher is an otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) specialist in Erie, PA.

Featured Erie Head and Neck Surgeon Reviews

Dr. Kirk William Steehler, D.O.

“Great all around. He's the only one that made me smile after I heard biopsy and then possible cancer. I was cancer free”

April 19, 2024

Otolaryngology (Head & Neck) Surgeons in Nearby Locations

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What is Head and Neck Surgery?

Head and neck surgery is a subspecialty that provides advanced surgical care for the head, face, neck, and throat. Most head and neck surgeons begin their careers as otolaryngologists (ENTs) or plastic surgeons, but becoming certified as a head and neck surgeon requires additional training.

A surgeon who treats the head and neck has very specific considerations to take into account when operating. The delicate structures of the head and neck control our senses, our speech, our ability to chew and swallow food, and even our ability to breathe. A head and neck surgeon has to be careful to preserve the many functions of the head and neck when performing an operation. Also, when operating on or around the face, extreme care must be taken to leave as few scars as possible, since the face is a critical part of identity and social interaction. It all adds up to a tricky job.

Some of the issues a head and neck surgeon might treat include:

Cancer
Trauma to the face or neck
Thyroid disorders requiring surgery
Sinus surgery
Tonsillectomies / adenoidectomies
Cleft palate repair
Disorders of the larynx (voice box)

Cancers, especially of the esophagus, mouth, lips, and skin around the face or throat, are one of the most common issues requiring head or neck surgery. Most often, head and neck cancers are related to tobacco use. Chewing tobacco in particular affects the lips and mouth. Other risk factors for head and neck cancers include alcohol use and sun exposure.

Often after surgery, but particularly after the removal of a tumor, head and neck surgeons will perform reconstructive surgery, including microvascular surgery to connect or replace skin tissue. The goal is to restore not only a patient's function but also their appearance in this critical area of the body, improving self-esteem.