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ENT department
/ˌiːˌɛntˈiː dɪpˈɑːtmənt/
/ˌiːˌɛntˈiː dɪpˈɑːɹtmənt/ENT department
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a hospital unit specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of ear, nose, and throat disorders
What is an "ENT department"?
An ENT department, short for Ear, Nose, and Throat department, is a specialized medical unit within a hospital that focuses on diagnosing and treating disorders related to the ears, nose, throat, head, and neck. This department is staffed by doctors known as otolaryngologists or ENT specialists who address a wide range of conditions including hearing loss, sinus infections, tonsillitis, voice disorders, and more complex issues like head and neck cancers. The ENT department has specialized tools such as scopes and imaging technology to help with accurate diagnosis and treatment planning for patients of all ages.
Example
The ENT department recently upgraded its equipment to better diagnose and treat head and neck cancers.
The ENT department at our local hospital provides expert care for patients with conditions ranging from chronic sinusitis to hearing loss.
As a nurse in the ENT department, I assist with procedures such as ear tube placements and tonsillectomies to improve patients' quality of life.
Patients experiencing frequent ear infections are often referred to the ENT department for evaluation and treatment.
Doctors in the ENT department collaborated with speech therapists to improve outcomes for patients recovering from vocal cord surgeries.
