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Head and Neck Surgeons - Aurora, IL

We found 11 head and neck surgeons in Aurora, IL.

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Dr. Sanjiv Upadhyay, MD

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General Practice, Otolaryngology

2040 Ogden Avenue, Aurora, IL

Dr. Sanjiv Upadhyay sees patients in Aurora, IL and Yorkville, IL. His medical specialties are general practice and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He graduated from Wayne State University School of Medicine.

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Dr. Bryan W. Rubach, M.D.

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Facial Plastic Surgery, Otolaryngology

1256 Waterford Drive, Aurora, IL 60504

Dr. Bryan Rubach practices facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) in Aurora, IL. He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin.
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Dr. Stephen M. Kelanic, MD, FACS

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General Practice, Otolaryngology

2040 Ogden Avenue, Aurora, IL

Dr. Stephen Kelanic specializes in general practice and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) and practices in Aurora, IL. He attended Rush Medical College.

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Dr. Michael Eggerstedt, MD

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General Practice, Plastic Surgery, Otolaryngology

2040 Ogden Avenue, Aurora, IL

Dr. Michael Eggerstedt is a general practice, facial plastic surgery, and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) specialist in Aurora, IL and Chicago, IL. Dr. Eggerstedt graduated from Loyola University Chicago, Stritch School of Medicine.

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Anatoli Frances Karas

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Pediatric Otolaryngology, General Practice, Otolaryngology

2040 Ogden Avenue, Aurora, IL

Dr. Anatoli Karas' specialties are pediatric otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat) and general practice. She practices in Aurora, IL and Chicago, IL. Dr. Karas attended Rush Medical College.

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Dr. Corlyne Sue Mulder, MD

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Otolaryngology

1221 N Highland Avenue, Aurora, IL 60506

Dr. Corlyne Mulder, who practices in Aurora, IL, is a medical specialist in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). Dr. Mulder studied at Domestic.
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Dr. Richard L. Kersch, MD

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Otolaryngology

1221 N Highland Avenue, Aurora, IL 60506

neck surgery, head surgery, sinus problems

Dr. Richard Kersch is an otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) specialist in Aurora, IL and Naperville, IL.
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Dr. Robert J. Nudera, M.D.

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Otolaryngology

2040 Ogden Avenue, Aurora, IL

Dr. Robert Nudera is a specialist in otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He works in Aurora, IL.
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Dr. David Sarcu, M.D.

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Facial Plastic Surgery, Otolaryngology

1221 N Highland Avenue, Aurora, IL

Dr. David Sarcu is an Aurora, IL physician who specializes in facial plastic surgery and otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat). He attended Rush Medical College.
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Dr. Tulsi Pravin Roy, MD

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Head & Neck Plastic Surgery

2040 Ogden Avenue, Aurora, IL

Dr. Tulsi Roy sees patients in Aurora, IL. Her medical specialty is head & neck plastic surgery. Dr. Roy graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine.
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Dr. Michael C. Loebach, MD

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Otolaryngology

1221 N Highland Avenue, Aurora, IL

Dr. Michael Loebach is an otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) specialist in Aurora, IL.

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.