The Center for ENT Offers Even More by Joining Houston Methodist!
We at The Center for ENT are pleased to announce that, effective February 5th, 2024, we will be joining Houston Methodist’s team of ENT Specialists. Our location will remain the same and we will continue providing the same exceptional ENT care you have come to expect of us. The benefit to you, our patient, will…
Getting Rid of Your Drippy Nose
Article written by Dr. Samuel “Ross” Patton Is your nose frequently drippy or congested? Do you take tissues with you everywhere you go? Do you need to blow your nose while eating or exercising? If the answer to these questions is yes, you may be like the other 14 million Americans who suffer from a…
Dr. Oyakhire Explains the Benefits of Seeing an Audiologist at a Full-Service ENT
Article Written by Patricia Oyakhire, Au.D. At The Center for ENT, our experienced audiologists focus first on providing accurate diagnostic hearing evaluations followed by customized hearing treatment plans to meet our patients’ specific needs. We believe that a patient is always best served in an environment that prioritizes a comprehensive health care approach. That goal…
Our Most Commonly Asked Questions About Allergen Immunotherapy
Article Written by Ashish Asawa, M.D. FAAAAI Allergies continue to be a challenge for millions of Americans. As a physician who deals with allergy patients on a daily basis, I consistently hear common questions. In an effort to keep our patients informed, we’ve put together some answers to those ongoing concerns. What are the most…
Dr. Byrd Explains the Cutting-Edge Procedures Offered at The Center for ENT
Article written by Dr. Michael Byrd, M.D. As we continue to navigate the steady increase of COVID-19 patients across Houston, we at the Center for ENT are actively modifying operations to ensure resources are available to care for our patients in the safest way possible. Outpatient elective surgeries continue at hospitals. However, with the increasing…
Dr. Martin Explains that Even Minor Hearing Loss Can Lead to Cognitive Decline
For the 48 million Americans who experience hearing loss, the dangers of cognitive impairment have been well-known for years. The link between hearing impairment and cognition has been well-established through numerous studies. Up until now, it was believed that cognitive decline did not occur until hearing loss had reached an advanced stage, but a new…
Struggling with allergies? Know the facts and when it’s time to be tested
Article written by Dr. Ashish Asawa MD, FAAAAI Sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, nasal congestion, coughing and wheezing. If some or all of these allergy symptoms sound familiar to you, it may be time to get tested. Allergies affect about one out of every five Americans, and often times these frustrating symptoms can go untreated for years. …
When to See an ENT Specialist for Your Sinuses
Article written by Dr. Samuel Ross Patton MD Sinusitis is one of the most common medical conditions affecting adults in the United States. Americans experience nearly 29 million sinus infections per year. Stuffy nose, fever, facial pain, headache, discolored drainage and post-nasal drip can be all-too-familiar as most people get sick with an upper respiratory or sinus infection…
Dr. Michael Byrd
Meet Our Newest Doctor: Transcript: Q: What do you really like to do? Dr. Byrd: What do I like? I like doing it all. I’m General ENT, so I do everything, but I have an interest in treating obstructive sleep apnea. You have to look at The Center for ENT as one stop shopping. Everybody has…
Now Accepting CareCredit
For the convenience of our patients, we are proud to announce that we now accept CareCredit. How It Works: CareCredit is a health care financing program that allows you to invest in quality medical care while sticking to your budget. CareCredit’s flexible line of credit allows you to pay off your medical expenses in convenient,…