Albany, NY – (April 25, 2024) – The American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (ABOHNS), the certifying body for Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgeons in the United States, announced that Dr. Gavin Setzen-President and CEO of Albany ENT and Allergy Services (AENT), the largest and preeminent private otolaryngology practice in the Capital Region ..read more

Turbinate reduction surgery is a low-risk intervention designed to alleviate persistent nasal issues such as continual congestion, recurring sinus infections, difficulties with mouth breathing, snoring or persistent nosebleeds. When patients have not seen improvements with other forms of treatment, this procedure is often advised. By targeting the underlying cause of nasal blockages, the surgery can ..read more

ENT conditions are a common presentation in urgent care practices, and sometimes, treatment calls for surgical intervention. Medical advancements have made surgeries to address these issues more effective and safer than ever. In this post, we’ll dive into three common ENT surgeries, ear tube placement, nasal fracture repair, and endoscopic sinus surgery, and take a ..read more

As spring unfolds, many look forward to the blooming flowers and warmer weather. Yet, this season also signals the resurgence of tree pollen allergies for countless individuals. This introduces an unwelcome mix of sneezing, itchy eyes and nasal congestion to over 100 million people in the United States annually. Tree pollen allergies stem from our ..read more

ARDEN HILLS (January 29, 2024) – Cryosa, Inc., a clinical stage, privately held medical device company today announced the first patient treated in the ARCTIC-3 clinical study evaluating the Cryosa™ System for treatment of moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea.  The study is designed to evaluate the safety and efficacy of the Cryosa platform technology ..read more

Dr. Siobhan Kuhar recently answered listener questions about diagnosing and treating sleep and ENT disorders on WAMC’s Medical Monday feature. Listen to the February 26 show here ..read more

Earwax, also called cerumen, is the sticky yellow or brown substance found in your ear canal. Though we don’t often think about our earwax until we try removing it, the sticky substance is vital to protecting our ear health. Similar to how mucus in your nose and throat traps germs and bacteria before they enter ..read more

Your child’s ear, nose and throat (ENT) health is crucial for their overall well-being, directly impacting their hearing, breathing and speaking abilities. To safeguard your child’s development and quality of life, it’s important to be proactive about their ENT health. Healthy Habits Fostering ENT health begins with cultivating healthy daily habits. Here’s how you can ..read more

Nasal obstructions in children can be a cause for concern. It seems that small objects have a way of finding their way into their tiny noses, which can be upsetting for parents. If your child is prone to shoving their dinner up their nose at Athos Restaurant, knowing how to remove the obstruction becomes crucial ..read more

Albany, NY – (January 25, 2024) – Dr. Gavin Setzen, MD, FACS, FAAOA, FARS, President of Albany ENT and Allergy Services (AENT), the Capital Region’s preeminent private Otolaryngology practice, has once again been honored by his specialty’s most prestigious organization, the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS). The AAO-HNS announced that ..read more