The Yale Hearing & Balance Program provides comprehensive care for adult patients with a variety of audiologic and vestibular diagnoses, disorders, and symptoms. We employ a patient-centered health care approach, working as a team of neurotologists, audiologists, and associated healthcare providers to implement evidence-based practice and innovative care. Our multidisciplinary team provides services ranging from diagnostic hearing and/or vestibular evaluations to audiologic rehabilitation, including treatment with hearing aids, osseointegrated devices, and cochlear implants. We know how hearing and balance disorders can isolate and limit our patients, so our team of highly skilled practitioners uses the latest research and technology to not only improve our patient’s daily functionality, but also their overall well-being. Just as every patient is unique, every hearing loss is different and requires specific treatment and rehabilitation options. At our program, we specialize in a variety of treatment options for hearing loss and tinnitus. We perform audiometric evaluations to determine specific hearing sensitivity. Based on the results, we may recommend treatment with hearing aids, osseointegrated devices, or cochlear implants. We also provide in-depth counseling on strategies for effective communication skills. When indicated, we also provide treatment for tinnitus through information counseling and sound therapy. Read about Medicare and Medicaid coverage updates for cochlear implants . Read answers to frequently asked questions about over-the-counter hearing aids Research has shown that patients benefit significantly from a multidisciplinary team approach. Our team includes highly skilled surgeons, audiologists, hearing aid technicians, and support staff. We collaborate weekly to discuss new cases, technology updates, and pertinent topics in our ever-changing field.

Our Greenwich-based center offers state-of-the-art care for those suffering from voice and swallowing disorders. The Voice Center provides sophisticated and expert care to all of our patients, including professional and performing vocalists, public speakers, executives, teachers, and clergy as well as to those with more routine or recreational vocal aspirations. Individuals experiencing any of the following symptoms may benefit from an evaluation: raspy or hoarse voice, voice strain, voice spasms, reduced pitch range, voice pitch breaks, aging voice changes, difficulty swallowing, frequent throat clearing, or the sensation of a lump in one’s throat (globus sensation). Receiving the right diagnosis is the most important step on the road to vocal recovery. Our voice experts perform comprehensive evaluations utilizing the latest technologies, including laryngeal videostroboscopy, laryngeal electromyography (EMG), and vocal acoustics analysis software to ensure an accurate and precise diagnosis. Our patients receive coordinated care from a team of voice experts with advanced training in the full spectrum of voice and swallowing disorders. Each patient’s care is led by a laryngologist who works closely with a team of speech-language pathologists. Our laryngologists are Yale Medicine ENT (ear, nose, and throat) physicians with additional specialization in treating the larynx, voice, and related problems such as swallowing. Speech-language pathologists are clinically trained, state licensed, and certified (by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association) in voice and speech analysis. A voice rehabilitation regimen incorporates the principles of vocal hygiene, behavioral modification, circumlaryngeal massage, and alternative therapies. Using the latest technologies, including laryngeal videostroboscopy, our patients can visualize the mechanics of their own larynx in high definition and slow motion, allowing them to more fully understand treatment options and outcomes. We offer voice therapy (exercises) and medical management as an alternative to surgery whenever possible and appropriate. However, if a procedure or surgery is indicated, our surgeons use the most advanced and minimally invasive techniques. Our specialists from Yale Medicine offer several advanced treatments performed in the office. In-office procedures include KTP laser ablation, vocal augmentation injection, EMG (electromyography), and botulinum toxin (Botox®) injections. Patients benefit from effective same-day treatments that require local or no anesthesia. Above all, we treat our patients with dignity and compassion. Conditions we treat: Aging voice: age-related changes such as voice roughness, elevated pitch, and reduced projection or volume Laryngitis: inflammation of the larynx and vocal folds, usually causing hoarseness and sore throat Muscle tension dysphonia: hoarseness or discomfort from improper use of muscles around the larynx during speech or singing Spasmodic dyspho

Pediatric Otolaryngology is dedicated to ensuring the highest quality of care to children with ear, nose, and throat disorders. Our care team comprises board-certified pediatric otolaryngologists, nurses, audiologists, and speech/swallow pathologists, all specially trained to care for the development and special needs of children. We treat children from birth to 21 years of age with a wide range of ear, nose, and throat conditions. Working with the child and family, our physicians collaborate with other pediatric specialists such as pulmonologists, gastroenterologists, plastic surgeons, general surgeons, oncologists, and oral surgeons to develop an individualized care plan to offer the most effective treatment options. We understand that children need to feel safe during any testing procedure, including those of a routine nature. Our team is highly experienced in working with children. We take extra measures to ensure that the child’s needs are met. We make each child feel safe and comfortable and offer toys for younger children with shorter attention spans. Parents are allowed and encouraged to accompany their child during all testing procedures. Our team includes nationally recognized, board-certified pediatric ear, nose, and throat surgeons. They work with licensed audiologists and nurse practitioners to address each child’s needs as they treat and manage their ear, nose, and throat condition, hearing impairment, or hearing loss. Nurse Coordinators Our ENT Nurse Coordinators are available to support our coordination of all care needs from initial contact with first appointment and throughout the continuum of care. As the main point of contact, the nurse coordinators are the liaison between patient and physician, and coordinates multiple care needs from answering questions and concerns, to planning for diagnostic tests and procedures. Multidisciplinary programs We collaborate with primary care providers and other specialists to optimize each child’s health and provide a comprehensive network for his or her care. By working with multiple multidisciplinary programs, we can ensure that children are receiving the care they need per their specific treatment plan. The programs that we work closely with include: Pediatric Audiology : Our audiologists are pediatric-trained and dedicated to improving the lives of children with hearing difficulties. Highly experienced, they collaborate with otolaryngologists to provide appropriate options and interventions for hearing loss using the latest technology. These options include hearing aids, bone-anchored hearing aids, and cochlear implants. Aerodigestive Program : Pediatric specialists provide comprehensive care for airway breathing, feeding, and swallowing disorders caused by problems of the aerodigestive tract. The team comprises otolaryngologists, gastroenterologists, pulmonologists, nurses, nutritionists and speech language pathologists. Speech & Swallow Program : The Speech and Swallow Progr