ENT

Breathe, Speak, and Hear Better: Advanced ENT Surgery with Robotic Precision

From chronic sinus infections to throat disorders and voice problems, conditions involving the ears, nose, and throat can impact your health in ways you feel every day. At the Center for Robotic Surgery at Columbus Regional Healthcare System, we offer advanced ENT (Otolaryngology) surgical care, including robotic-assisted procedures that provide unmatched precision in some of the most delicate areas of the body.

Our goal? To help you breathe easier, speak clearly, swallow comfortably, and hear better—with less discomfort and a faster recovery.

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What Is ENT Surgery?

ENT surgery addresses conditions affecting the ear canals, nasal passages, sinuses, throat, voice box (larynx), and related head and neck structures. While many conditions are treated medically or with in-office procedures, others require surgery to relieve symptoms, remove obstructions, or treat cancer.

Common ENT conditions that may require surgery include:

• Chronic sinusitis
• Deviated septum
• Enlarged tonsils or adenoids
• Sleep apnea or airway obstruction
• Vocal cord paralysis or nodules
• Throat or tongue base tumors
• Salivary gland tumors or stones
• Head and neck cancers

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Robotic-Assisted ENT Surgery: More Access, Less Impact

For certain complex ENT conditions—especially those involving the throat, tongue base, or voice box—our surgeons may use Transoral Robotic Surgery (TORS). This technique uses the da Vinci® surgical system to access and treat areas that would otherwise require larger incisions or more invasive approaches.

Benefits of robotic-assisted ENT surgery include:

• Smaller incisions or no external incisions at all
• Improved access to difficult-to-reach areas (like the throat or tonsillar region)
• Greater preservation of surrounding nerves, tissues, and function
• Less pain and scarring
• Faster return to speaking, eating, and daily activity

TORS is especially effective in the treatment of oropharyngeal cancers, obstructive sleep apnea, and benign tumors in the throat and tongue.

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Why Choose the Center for Robotic Surgery?

At Columbus Regional Healthcare System, our ENT surgeons work alongside our robotic surgery team to deliver care that is both technologically advanced and deeply personalized.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Board-certified ENT specialists with robotic surgery expertise
• Comprehensive diagnostic tools, including scopes and advanced imaging
• Multidisciplinary coordination with oncology, pulmonology, and speech therapy as needed
• Minimally invasive options for faster recovery and better outcomes
• Local care with world-class surgical technology

Whether your condition is routine or complex, you’ll receive focused, compassionate care from a team that puts your needs first.

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Don’t Let ENT Problems Hold You Back

Chronic congestion, throat discomfort, snoring, or voice changes shouldn’t be part of your “new normal.” Robotic-assisted ENT surgery offers effective solutions with less disruption—so you can get back to breathing, sleeping, and living well.

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Explore Your Surgical Options Today

If you’ve been referred for ENT surgery or are exploring treatment for a head and neck condition, ask your provider about robotic-assisted ENT procedures at the Center for Robotic Surgery at Columbus Regional Healthcare System. We’re here to help you find clarity—and comfort.