Pediatric Otolaryngology / ENT
What is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist (ENT)?
If your child has an illness or problem affecting their ears, nose, or throat, a pediatric otolaryngologist has the experience and qualifications to diagnose and treat your child. After completing training in general otolaryngology, pediatric otolaryngologists undergo additional training to help them better meet the needs that are unique to children. Pediatric otolaryngologists’ patients range from the newborns to teenagers.
Children Are Special invites you to contact the following pediatric otolaryngologists for the highest level in children’s otolaryngology. Each Doctor listed specializes in pediatric otolaryngology and can give your child the finest care imagineable.
Children Are Special also recommends Dr. Pat Arras and Dr. Marian Brooks for Audiology.
Types of Treatment Otolaryngologists Provide:
Diagnosis and treatment ear, nose, and throat disorders
Determine cause of hearing loss and/or balance disorders
Diagnosis and treat of voice disorders
Aid in the diagnosis of communication disorders
Diagnose and treat head and neck diseases
Perform head and neck surgery
Your Appointment:
Making a list of questions to ask your child’s ENT may be helpful in preparing for your appointment. Some suggestions are:
What is/are the recommended course(s) for treatment?
What are the possible side effects and risks associated with the recommended treatment?
How will this ailment affect my child’s activities and overall health?
Additionally, you may also find it helpful to record descriptions of some of the symptoms your child is experiencing including their length, severity, and the activities surrounding the onset.
Some children may find it difficult to explain their symptoms to their parents or doctors. Examinations and treatment of children should be preformed with the child’s comfort in mind. This child-centered attitude will help to reduce your child’s anxiety and encourage their cooperation in their treatment.
Featured Physician
Pediatric Gastroenterologist
Dr. Annette Whitney obtained her medical degree from University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston. She completed her pediatric residency and fellowship training in pediatric gastroenterology at Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta. She is Board Certified in Pediatric Gastroenterology and is a member of Digestive Health Associates of Texas. Her areas of clinical interest are pediatric eosinophilic esophagitis, celiac disease (celiac sprue), inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
Dr. Whitney is in private practice. She has been rated, “Top Pediatricians in Dallas”, D Magazine 2004, D Magazine 2007, and D Magazine 2010.
She is a member of the Board of Directors, Digestive Health Associates of Texas and is an Assistant Clinical Professor, Pediatrics, UT Southwestern and is on the Medical Advisory Board, North Texas Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation.
Dr. Whitney serves as an advisor on a subcommittee of the American College of Gastroenterology on how to transition pediatric GI patients into adult gastroenterologists practice.
She is past Medical Director of CCFA Camp Oasis. Camp Oasis is a co-ed residential camp program that’s mission is to enrich the lives of children with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis by providing a safe and supportive camp community. Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) is a non-profit, volunteer-driven organization dedicated to finding the cure for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.