ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat - Head & Neck Surgery)
At McFarland Clinic Otolaryngology, our expert otolaryngologists actively diagnose and treat a comprehensive range of conditions affecting the ears, nose, and throat.
With a sharp focus on advanced care, we offer both medical and surgical solutions for hearing problems, leveraging the latest in computer-assisted, image-guided surgical technology for transnasal surgeries, including nasal sinuses, skull-based, and pituitary disorders.
Our team excels in head and neck surgery, providing top-tier plastic and reconstructive options. Additionally, we specialize in cutting-edge surgical and non-surgical treatments for snoring and sleep-related disorders, ensuring personalized care tailored to each patient's unique needs.
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Locations & Hours
Ames
1215 Duff Avenue Office
1215 Duff Ave
Ames, IA 50010
Hours
| Monday | 8am-5pm |
| Tuesday | 8am-5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am-5pm |
| Thursday | 8am-5pm |
| Friday | 8am-5pm |
Carroll
Hours
Please contact the Otolaryngology Department for information regarding hours and scheduling for this outreach clinic.Guthrie Center
Guthrie County Hospital
710 North 12th Street
Guthrie Center, IA 50115
Jefferson
Jefferson Office
106 West Washington Street
Suite 2
Jefferson, IA 50129
Hours
Please contact the Otolaryngology Department for information regarding hours and scheduling for this outreach clinic.Marshalltown
Marshalltown Office
421 East Merle Hibbs Boulevard
Marshalltown, IA 50158
Hours
Please contact the Otolaryngology department for information regarding hours and scheduling for this outreach clinic.Services
Audiology
- Hearing aids
- Hearing loss
- Hearing tests
- Infant hearing screening
Head and Neck Surgery
- Adenoid surgery
- Balloon Sinuplasty
- Epistaxis
- Propel Implants
- Facial, skin, scalp, and neck cancers
- Head and neck tumors
- Hypopharyngeal cancer
- Laryngeal cancer
- Melanoma
- Neck metastasis
- Oropharyngeal cancer
- Parathyroid surgery
- Salivary gland tumors
- Supraglottic cancer
- Thyroid surgery
- Tongue cancer
- Tonsillectomy
Otology/Neurotology (Ear)
- Autoimmune inner ear disease
- Canal stenosis
- Cerumen impaction
- Cholesteatoma
- Chronic otitis media
- Conductive hearing loss
- Eustachian tube dysfunction
- Facial nerve disorders
- Ear tumors
- Mastoiditis
- Otosclerosis
- Sensorineural (nerve-related) hearing loss
- Tinnitus
- Tympanic membrane perforation
Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- BOTOX® injection
- Congenital facial anomalies
- Facial fracture repair
- Nasal reconstruction
- Scar revision
- Rhinology (Nose and Sinus)
- Acute/subacute/chronic sinusitis
- Allergic/vasomotor rhinitis
- Anosmia
- Endoscopic sinus surgery
- Eosinophilic rhinosinusitis
- Intranasal tumors
- Nasal cancer
- Nasal polyposis
- Nasal septal deviation
- Nasal septal reconstruction
- Nasal valve collapse
- Paranasal sinus tumors
Laryngology (Voice)
- Airway obstruction
- CO2 laser treatment
- Cricopharyngeal muscle dysfunction
- Dysphonia
- Laryngeal cancer
- Laryngeal papillomatosis
- Laryngeal trauma
- Laryngoceles/saccular cysts
- Laryngoscopy
- Laryngopharyngeal reflux (silent reflux)
- Laryngotracheal stenosis
- Spasmodic dysphonia
- Referrals to speech-language pathology evaluation
- Swallowing problems
- Thyroplasty
- Tracheostomy
- Vocal cord injection
- Vocal cord nodules, polyps, and cysts
- Vocal cord scarring
- Vocal fold paralysis
Pediatric Otolaryngology
- Adenotonsillar disease
- Aerodigestive tract disease
- Cholesteatoma
- Congenital anomalies of larynx
- Eustachian tube dysfunction
- Microlaryngoscopy
- Middle ear disease
- Pediatric airway disease
- Pediatric sinus disease
- Recurrent ear infections
- Speech and voice disorders
- Stridor
- Swallowing disorders
Patient Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a referral to see the ENT providers?
Yes, an initial referral from your primary care provider is required.
I have been referred and need a procedure, will the procedure be that day?
No, the first appointment is for an evaluation. The procedure may be scheduled at that appointment.
Do you do procedures in the office or hospital?
Minor procedures requiring a local anesthetic are done in the office setting. Procedures requiring a general anesthetic are done in a hospital setting.
Do you provide care for pediatric patients?
Yes, we provide care for all ages of patients with ear, nose and throat problems or concerns.
Patient Education
Important Links
American Academy of Otolaryngology
The American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) is the world's largest organization representing specialists who treat the ear, nose, throat, and related structures of the head and neck.
