Neurotology is the study and practice of medical and surgical disorders that involve the ear, adjacent brain, and the nerve connections within this region (known as the lateral skull base). In addition to all disorders of hearing and balance, Neurotologists also treat disorders of the facial nerve, tumors of the inner ear and skull base, and abnormal connections between the brain and temporal bone. In actuality, the meanings of the terms [intlink id=”1348″ type=”post”]Otology[/intlink] and Neurotology overlap quite a bit. Nevertheless, a Neurotologist’s training provides the ability to treat disorders, ranging from simple to complex, that involve the area of the temporal bone and lateral skull base.
Sudden Silence | What to Do When Your Hearing is Gone without Warning (Action News Jax)
Sudden hearing loss can be a frightening experience, often arriving without any warning or pain. In this video, we share the story of Phil Amato, who experienced sudden sensorineural hearing loss (SSHL) firsthand. Phil highlights the importance of immediate action and details his journey to recovery, which included expert consultation and guidance from the Jacksonville…