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Laryngology Clinical Care

The Division of Laryngology uses specialized medical technologies that are designed for the patient to experience better treatment results within a shorter amount of time. For more complex conditions affecting the voice and airway, fellowship-trained laryngologists at IU School of Medicine are also experts in the operating room.

Our faculty physicians in the Division of Laryngology primarily provide care at IU Health Voice Center, the only center in Indiana dedicated solely to the care of the voice, swallowing and breathing disorders. The center's main location is in Carmel, and they also offer services at IU Health Neuroscience Center in downtown Indianapolis.

Looking for Patient Care?

To schedule an appointment with an otolaryngologist (ENT), call IU Health at 317-944-6467 or search the IU Health Find a Doctor portal.

Voice Problems

For individuals who rely on their voice for their profession, such as performers, singers and lecturers, the laryngologists and voice specialty speech pathologists at IU School of Medicine provide an advanced array of services aimed to prevent, preserve and rehabilitate the voice. The additional vocal performance experience of providers also gives an extra degree of insight into the needs of vocal professionals.

Breathing Problems

Scarring on the voice box could prevent its ability to open normally. The voice box is part of the upper airway, leading to breathing difficulty. Laryngologists offer several options for treatment that help open the area to improve breathing.

Swallowing Problems

In order to swallow, pressure is generated in the throat to move food and liquid into the stomach. Sometimes, this pressure pushes through a weak area and creates a small out-pouching, called a diverticulum. A Zenker’s diverticulum is specifically associated with difficulty of swallowing solid food and sometimes coughing up food after a meal. Laryngologists can treat this condition through a minimally invasive procedure that resolves symptoms.