What can an an ENT do?

Our ENT physicians are trained in the diagnosis, treatment and management of ear, nose and throat disorders. We diagnose and treat all ENT-related disorders.

When should you visit an allergist?

See an ENT if you experience frequent hoarseness or have a sore throat. Notice a lump or swelling in your neck that lasts longer than two weeks. You stop breathing or snore while you sleep. You have had at least four sinus infections in a year. Your nasal symptoms get worse in the spring, summer or fall. You experience congestion, sinus headaches, or facial pressure. You have a sudden hearing loss.

What are the allergy treatment steps?

The steps to treatment include scheduling an appointment, preparing for your visit and setting your first-time visit expectations.

How are ENT conditions tested?

Your doctor will typically examine your ears and sinuses using an otoscope, visually examine your throat and tonsils and feel your neck for lumps. Depending on your reason for visiting, further testing, including X-rays or CT scans, may be requested before a diagnosis can be made.

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Determine If You Need to See a Specialist

When a general practitioner cannot resolve or identify your ear, nose or throat-related issue, they will typically refer you to an otolaryngologist.

Below is a handy self-screener that can help you determine if you should see an ENT.

Do you experience frequent hoarseness or sore throat?
Have you noticed a lump or swelling in your neck lasting more than two weeks?
Have you ever been told or suspect that you snore and/or stop breathing while you sleep?
Have you experienced four or more sinus infections in the past year?
Are your nasal symptoms worse in the spring, summer and/or fall?
Do you ever experience facial pain, facial pressure, sinus headaches or congestion?
Are you experiencing hearing loss?

If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, you might be experiencing an ear, nose or throat disorder.

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Meet Our Team

Ronald D. Hanson M.D.

Stephen P. Cragle M.D.

Todd D. Magnuson M.D.

Theodore O. Truitt M.D.

Eileen H. Dauer M.D.

Amy C. Dearking M.D.

What Are the Next Steps for Your ENT Visit?

1. Setup an Appointment

Contact us to schedule an appointment with one of our ENT physicians. Our front office staff will be happy to answer any questions you may have. Visit our location page for direct contact information.

2. Prepare for Your Visit

Write down any questions you may have for your provider and list your symptoms, when they occurred and any treatments you have tried, even if those symptoms do not seem related to the condition you are being seen for.

3. Set Your First-Time Visit Expectations

An otolaryngologist will ask you questions about your symptoms and typically examine your ears and sinuses, feel your neck for lumps and visually inspect your throat and tonsils.

Further testing, including X-rays or CT scans, may be requested before a diagnosis is determined.

The symptoms of ENT disorders often overlap. We use a whole-health approach to determine the cause of your symptoms so we can recommend the right treatment for you. Take the first step toward ear, nose and throat relief. Schedule an appointment today.

Call St. Cloud Ear, Nose & Throat for more information or to schedule an appointment. (320) 252-0233