Pictured, top photo, Rapid City, left to right: Robert Burgess, M.D.; Ronald Guy, M.D.; Jay White, D.O.; Vaughan Bowen, M.D.; Stacie Collins, CNP
Bottom photo, Spearfish, left to right: Loren Jones, M.D.; Jeanette Carlson, CNP
Otolaryngology is a specialty treating conditions of the ears, nose, throat, mouth, neck and face. This specialty is most commonly referred to as ENT, which stands for ears, nose and throat. Otolaryngologists at Monument Health in Rapid City and Spearfish specialize in the diagnosis, treatment and surgical evaluation of benign and cancerous conditions affecting these areas.
“Our teams treat a full spectrum of conditions, from ear infections to tumors or masses of the head and neck,” said Jay White, D.O., Otolaryngologist at Monument Health in Rapid City. “We’re prepared to evaluate and treat these conditions in all age groups.”
“Whenever possible, we use minimally invasive, office-based treatments,” said Loren Jones, M.D., Otolaryngologist at Monument Health in Spearfish. “However, when needed, we offer a number of surgical options.”
One unique option, used to treat persistent Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD), is Eustachian tube balloon dilation. During this procedure, the surgeon uses a catheter to insert a small balloon through the patient’s nose and into the Eustachian tube. Once inflated, the balloon opens up a pathway for mucus and air to flow. Dr. Loren Jones and Dr. Vaughn Bowen perform this procedure.
The Rapid City ENT Team is comprised of Vaughan Bowen, M.D., Robert Burgess, M.D., Stacie Collins, CNP, Ronald Guy, M.D., and Jay White, D.O. The Spearfish ENT Team includes Loren Jones, M.D. and Jeanette Carlson, CNP. These teams are strong advocates of seeking treatment early and strive to provide the most advanced, comprehensive care while keeping patients close to home.
4150 Fifth Street
Rapid City, SD 57701
1445 North Avenue
Spearfish, SD 57783