# ENT Specialists, Inc. > Board-certified otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat) practice serving Southeastern Massachusetts since 1966 — the oldest private ENT practice in New England. 8 physicians plus nurse practitioners, physician assistants, audiologists, and speech-language pathologists across 4 offices (Brockton, Dedham, Plainville, Taunton). Main phone: (508) 588-8034. Clinical scope covers sinus and nasal disorders, allergy, hearing loss and tinnitus, hearing aids, dizziness and balance, thyroid and parathyroid conditions, head and neck cancer, pediatric ENT, snoring and sleep apnea, and voice and swallowing disorders. Procedures offered at few other practices in the region include thyroid radiofrequency ablation (RFA), Inspire therapy for obstructive sleep apnea, the in-office VivAer and RhinAer nasal procedures, and PRP for smell and taste loss. Every URL below is a public page on https://www.entspecialists.com. The content is general health information about this practice and the conditions it treats; it is not medical advice and does not substitute for consultation with a physician. Appointments are made by phone at (508) 588-8034 or through the request form linked below. ## Start here - [About the practice](https://www.entspecialists.com/about): History since 1966, Tufts University School of Medicine residency affiliation, and hospital affiliations. - [Contact](https://www.entspecialists.com/contact): Phone, fax, and email for all four offices. - [Book an appointment](https://www.entspecialists.com/book-appointment): How to request a visit, and what new patients should bring. - [Frequently asked questions](https://www.entspecialists.com/patient-resources/faqs): Insurance, referrals, medication lists, billing, imaging, and telehealth. ## Conditions and treatments - [Allergy Testing & Treatment](https://www.entspecialists.com/services/allergy): Comprehensive allergy evaluation and personalized treatment plans for environmental and seasonal allergies. Our board-certified ENT specialists use advanced diagnostic testing to… - [Balloon Sinus Dilation](https://www.entspecialists.com/services/balloon-sinus-dilation): Minimally invasive balloon sinuplasty to open blocked sinus passages and restore natural drainage. This FDA-approved procedure is performed in-office under local anesthesia with… - [Dizziness & Balance Disorders](https://www.entspecialists.com/services/dizziness-balance): Expert diagnosis and treatment of vertigo, dizziness, and balance disorders through careful clinical evaluation. Our specialists identify the underlying cause of your imbalance —… - [Head & Neck Cancer](https://www.entspecialists.com/services/head-neck-cancer): Expert diagnosis and multidisciplinary treatment of benign and malignant tumors of the head and neck region. Our surgeons focus on safe, complete oncologic resection to maximize… - [Hearing Aids & Devices](https://www.entspecialists.com/services/hearing-aids): Professional hearing aid fitting and programming by our licensed audiologists using the latest digital technology. We offer a wide selection of styles from invisible-in-canal to… - [Hearing Loss & Tinnitus](https://www.entspecialists.com/services/hearing-loss-tinnitus): Complete diagnostic evaluation and medical management of all types of hearing loss and tinnitus by our board-certified otolaryngologists and audiologists. We identify treatable… - [Pediatric ENT](https://www.entspecialists.com/services/pediatric-ent): Compassionate, specialized ear, nose, and throat care for children from newborns through adolescents. Our pediatric ENT specialists are experienced in managing common childhood… - [Thyroid Ablation (Thyroid RFA)](https://www.entspecialists.com/services/rfa-thyroid): Thyroid ablation — also called thyroid radiofrequency ablation (RFA) — is a minimally invasive, non-surgical alternative for benign thyroid nodules. Using targeted thermal energy,… - [Sinus & Nasal Disorders](https://www.entspecialists.com/services/sinus-nasal): Advanced medical and surgical treatment for chronic sinusitis, nasal obstruction, and related conditions. Our sinus specialists use cutting-edge technology including image-guided… - [Snoring & Sleep Apnea](https://www.entspecialists.com/services/snoring-sleep-apnea): Comprehensive evaluation and treatment of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea for adults and children. We offer the full range of therapies from oral appliances and Inspire implant… - [Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery](https://www.entspecialists.com/services/thyroid-parathyroid): Expert surgical management of thyroid nodules, goiter, thyroid cancer, and hyperparathyroidism. Our high-volume thyroid and parathyroid surgeons use advanced techniques including… - [Voice & Swallowing Disorders](https://www.entspecialists.com/services/voice-swallowing): Specialized evaluation and diagnosis of voice disorders, hoarseness, and swallowing difficulties using state-of-the-art laryngeal imaging. Our ENT physicians work closely with… - [Inspire Therapy for Sleep Apnea](https://www.entspecialists.com/services/inspire): Inspire is an FDA-approved implantable device that treats obstructive sleep apnea by stimulating the hypoglossal nerve to keep your airway open during sleep — no mask required.… - [RhinAer Low-Temperature Radiofrequency](https://www.entspecialists.com/services/rhinaer): RhinAer is a minimally invasive, FDA-cleared procedure that delivers temperature-controlled radiofrequency energy to the posterior nasal nerve to calm the overactive signals behind… - [Vivaer Nasal Airway Remodeling](https://www.entspecialists.com/services/vivaer): Vivaer is a quick, in-office procedure that uses low-temperature radiofrequency energy to gently reshape the nasal valve area and permanently open the nasal airway. The treatment… - [PRP Therapy for Smell & Taste Loss](https://www.entspecialists.com/services/prp): Lost your sense of smell after COVID-19, a virus, or a head injury? Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy is an innovative, regenerative treatment that uses your body's own healing… ## Physicians and providers - [Russell Shu, MD, FACS](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/russell-shu): Head & Neck Cancer Surgery, Rhinology, Thyroid & Parathyroid Disorders. Sees patients in Brockton, Dedham, MA. - [Pratik Pradhan, MD](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/pratik-pradhan): Sinus & Nasal Disorders, Balloon Sinus Dilation, Snoring & Sleep Apnea. Sees patients in Brockton, Dedham, MA. - [Jagdish Dhingra, MD, FRCS](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/jagdish-dhingra): Thyroid & Parathyroid Disorders, Neck Ultrasound, Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) of Thyroid Nodules. Sees patients in Brockton, Plainville, MA. - [Walid Dagher, MD, FACS](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/walid-dagher): Rhinology, Balloon Sinuplasty, Head & Neck Cancer Surgery. Sees patients in Brockton, Plainville, MA. - [Kimberly Russell, MD](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/kimberly-russell): General Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery, Laryngology & Laryngoscopy. Sees patients in Plainville, Taunton, MA. - [Ameer Shah, MD, MA](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/ameer-shah): Obstructive Sleep Apnea & Inspire Therapy, Head & Neck Cancer, Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery. Sees patients in Dedham, Taunton, MA. - [Erik Berg, MD](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/erik-berg): Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery, Facial Plastics, Voice & Swallowing Disorders. Sees patients in Brockton, MA. - [Emily Gjini, MD](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/emily-gjini): Thyroid & Parathyroid Disease, Sleep Surgery & Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation, Rhinology. Sees patients in Plainville, Taunton, MA. - [Deborah Cohan, RN, MSN, FNP-BC](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/deborah-cohan): Allergy, Urgent Care, Primary Care. Sees patients in Plainville, MA. - [Alissa Robinson, PA-C](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/alissa-robinson): Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery. Sees patients in Taunton, MA. - [Christin Hoffstadt, PA-C](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/christin-hoffstadt): Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery. Sees patients in Brockton, MA. - [Nancy Weihrauch, MA, CCC-A](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/nancy-weihrauch): Pediatric Audiology, Adult Audiology, Comprehensive Hearing Evaluations. Sees patients in Brockton, Dedham, Plainville, Taunton, MA. - [Kathleen Aspinall, AuD](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/kathleen-aspinall): Comprehensive Hearing Evaluations, Pediatric Audiology, Geriatric Audiology. Sees patients in Brockton, Dedham, Plainville, Taunton, MA. - [Jessica Jackson, AuD, ABAC](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/jessica-jackson): Comprehensive Hearing Testing, Hearing Aid Fitting & Dispensing. Sees patients in Brockton, Dedham, Plainville, Taunton, MA. - [Bridget Kosilla, AuD, CCC-A](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/bridget-kosilla): Pediatric Audiology, Comprehensive Hearing Evaluations. Sees patients in Brockton, Dedham, Plainville, Taunton, MA. - [Kristina Roberts, MS, CCC-A](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/kristina-roberts): Hearing Evaluations, Hearing Aid Fittings, Tinnitus Management. Sees patients in Brockton, Dedham, Plainville, Taunton, MA. - [David Robinson, AuD, CCC-A](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/david-robinson): Comprehensive Hearing Evaluations, Hearing Aid Fitting & Dispensing. Sees patients in Brockton, Dedham, Plainville, Taunton, MA. - [Katherine Salkin, AuD](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/katherine-salkin): Comprehensive Audiologic Evaluations, Pediatric Audiology. Sees patients in Brockton, Dedham, Plainville, Taunton, MA. - [Diana Murphy, AuD](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/diana-murphy): Hearing Testing, Hearing Aid Fitting & Adjustment, Pediatric Audiology. Sees patients in Brockton, Dedham, Plainville, Taunton, MA. - [Colleen Vasques, M.S., CCC-A](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/colleen-vasques): Diagnostic Audiology, Pediatric Audiology, Hearing Loss Evaluation. Sees patients in Brockton, Dedham, Plainville, Taunton, MA. - [Joy Walsh, MS, CCC-SLP](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/joy-walsh): Voice Disorders, Swallowing Disorders, Motor-Speech Disorders. Sees patients in Brockton, Dedham, Plainville, Taunton, MA. - [Patricia Swift Fulton, M.S., CCC-SLP](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/patricia-swift-fulton): Voice Disorders, Swallowing Disorders, Motor-Speech Disorders. Sees patients in Brockton, Dedham, Plainville, Taunton, MA. - [Kevin Harris, ](https://www.entspecialists.com/team/kevin-harris): Voice Disorders, Singing Voice, Professional Voice Care. Sees patients in , MA. ## Offices - [Brockton office](https://www.entspecialists.com/locations/brockton): 35 Pearl Street, 2nd Floor (Suite 200), Brockton, MA 02301. Phone (508) 588-8034. - [Dedham office](https://www.entspecialists.com/locations/dedham): 333 Elm Street, Suite 205, Dedham, MA 02026. Phone (781) 769-8910. - [Plainville office](https://www.entspecialists.com/locations/plainville): 188 Washington Street (US Route 1), Plainville, MA 02762. Phone (508) 699-1701. - [Taunton office](https://www.entspecialists.com/locations/taunton): 72 Washington Street, Suite 1600, Taunton, MA 02780. Phone (508) 880-3460. ## Articles - [Tonsils and Adenoids: A Parent's Guide to Tonsillectomy](https://www.entspecialists.com/blog/your-tonsils-and-adenoids-having-a-tonsillectomy): A parent's guide to tonsils, adenoids and tonsillectomy: what they do, when doctors recommend removal, and what surgery and recovery are like for kids. - [Winter Nosebleeds: Why They Happen and How to Stop Them the Right Way](https://www.entspecialists.com/blog/winter-is-the-season-of-nosebleeds): Dry indoor heat is a leading trigger for winter nosebleeds. Learn the correct first aid technique (most people get it wrong), prevention tips, and the warning signs that need… - [Earwax Buildup: What's Normal, What's Not, and When to Get It Checked](https://www.entspecialists.com/blog/what-causes-excessive-earwax): Earwax is normal and protective, but buildup or impaction can block hearing and cause discomfort. Here is what causes it, what is safe to try at home, and when to see an ENT. - [Spring Allergies: Symptoms, Testing & Treatment](https://www.entspecialists.com/blog/spring-allergies-symptoms-testing-treatment): Tree pollen drives spring sneezing and congestion across New England. Learn the common triggers, the symptoms to watch for, and the testing and treatment options that deliver… ## Optional - [All services](https://www.entspecialists.com/services): Index of the service pages listed above. - [All providers](https://www.entspecialists.com/team): Index of the provider pages listed above. - [All offices](https://www.entspecialists.com/locations): Index of the office pages listed above. - [Patient resources](https://www.entspecialists.com/patient-resources): New patient information, insurance, forms, and billing. - [Blog](https://www.entspecialists.com/blog): Index of the articles listed above. - [Treatment matcher](https://www.entspecialists.com/treatment-matcher): Interactive symptom questionnaire that suggests relevant treatments. - [Patient portal](https://www.entspecialists.com/patient-portal): External login for existing patients.