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Exostoses Care at Stanford Health Care
As you and your family prepare for your first visit at Stanford Health Care, you’ll likely have many questions about your care journey with us. This overview helps you understand what to expect as you go through the early steps of your care.
At Stanford Health Care, you'll find world-renowned care. Whether you have a minor or serious ear condition, our specialists guide you through the treatment and healing process.
We know that exostoses introduce new challenges for you and your loved ones. Stanford Health Care offers extensive resources to assist you with every facet of your well-being—physical, emotional, spiritual, and social. We’re here to help you and your family each step of the way.
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Your Circle of Care
A diagnosis of a complex ear condition can disrupt your life. We are here to guide you through every challenge using our Circle of Care approach. You have a team supporting you and placing your needs at the center of every decision. Our multispecialty team works together to tailor treatments to your needs. Depending on your condition, you will be cared for by our otolaryngologists (ear, nose, and throat and head and neck surgeons) and advanced practice providers. Together, we prioritize your overall health and give you renewed hope for a better quality of life.
Access to Excellence
We strive to make access to care as simple as possible. We have a network of convenient locations across the Bay Area and a wide range of support services. User-friendly virtual health tools and video appointments help you stay connected with your care team from home. We accept most insurance plans and offer discounted transportation, short-stay options, and international travel and translation services. We make it easy for you to get the care you deserve. Our team guides you through each step, so you can make decisions that are right for you.
Innovation Through Clinical Research
As a leading academic and research institution, we are always striving to find new techniques and apply the latest and best technology to your treatment. Specialists at Stanford Health Care ENT work with each other and with teams across the nation to spark groundbreaking research. We are committed to bringing you clinical trials that test new and better ways to diagnose, treat, and manage ENT conditions. Participating in a trial may give you access to the latest ENT therapies before they are widely available.
Exostoses can cause a variety of problems. Our doctors, nurses, technicians, and staff are here to support you throughout your care journey with treatment plans tailored to fit your needs.
Your Doctors
Otologists specialize in conditions and injuries relating to the ears. They have expertise in the structures and functions of the entire ear. These doctors diagnose and treat all ear problems, ranging from mild to complex.
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An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon is a physician who has specialized training to provide comprehensive medical and surgical care of patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems, and related structures of the head and neck
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Audiologists are trained, licensed, and certified health care professionals. They have unique expertise in measuring and evaluating your ability to hear. They also measure your inner ear function as it relates to balance and balance disorders.
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Our skilled physician assistants and nurse practitioners specialize in diagnosing and treating conditions of the ear, nose, throat, and neck. They see patients independently and occasionally alongside your doctor. APPs can give you a thorough exam, write prescriptions, and help prevent or treat any issues. Our APPs meet weekly to discuss patient needs.
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Nurses and nurse coordinators are registered nurses (RNs) who coordinate your care with your ENT team. They guide you from your first contact through follow-up care and help you find counseling, financial, and other support services.
Care coordinators provide you with information and assistance before and during your appointment.
- Medical Assistant: Medical assistants work with our team to help provide care. They may prepare you for an examination, assist your doctor, or take your vital signs before your appointment.
- Patient Care Coordinator: Our patient care coordinators help you with scheduling appointments and accessing your lab results. They are your first line of contact before you see your provider and will guide you during your care.
- Patient Access Representative: Patient access representatives can answer your questions about health insurance coverage, help you apply for health insurance, and refer you to our financial counselors.
If you qualify for a clinical trial for exostoses, our research coordinators guide you through the process. They educate you about what to expect during the study, answer your questions, and schedule your appointments.
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Our Clinics
Our compassionate specialists are available to provide expert care for exostoses. We always accept new patients, and we take many insurance plans, including Medicare and Medi-Cal.
