Cholesteatoma and Otosclerosis Care - Mayo Clinic in Florida

Choose Mayo Clinic for experts who specialize in surgery for conductive hearing loss caused by cholesteatoma, chronic middle ear disease and otosclerosis to improve hearing, prevent further complications and preserve your ear health.

Without treatment, these conditions can worsen over time and cause progressive or permanent hearing loss. By addressing the problem early, we can improve your quality of life and restore your hearing as much as possible.

Our otology-neurotology team of Joseph Breen, MD, and Mallory Raymond, MD, will develop a customized treatment plan based on your unique health needs and treatment goals. Patients come to our Florida campus from throughout the Southeastern U.S. for treatment, and our Otolaryngology Department is designated as among the nation’s best by U.S. News and World Report.

Integrated care by a team of specialists. Your team of Mayo Clinic fellowship-trained specialists includes neurotologists (ENT doctors who subspecialize in disorders of the ear), audiologists and balance experts. We work as an integrated team and can adapt your treatment plan quickly if needed.

A wide range of treatment approaches. Our treatments include surgery, hearing loss treatment and balance therapy. Combining treatments can be the best approach. Our recommendations will prioritize preserving your hearing and maintaining your quality of life.

Exceptional surgical skills. Cholesteatoma and otosclerosis removal by deeply experienced neurotologists is associated with better outcomes. It is important to remove growths completely, or they may grow back. Surgery usually takes just a few hours, and patients often go home the same day.

Expertise and planning based on innovative imaging. Mayo Clinic uses the latest imaging tools for preoperative planning and postoperative monitoring to help ensure precise, targeted diagnosis and treatment. This includes a specialized type of MRI that can localize cholesteatoma and an ultra-high resolution CT temporal bone scan, called photon counting, that can identify tiny changes in the bone that are responsible for conductive hearing loss.

Full range of hearing loss services. Our hearing implant program is comprehensive and offers the full complement of services. We also provide extensive hearing tests, advanced diagnostic audiology tests, and a robust hearing aid program. Our specialists spend time with you to figure out the type of hearing device, fit and settings that work best for you. You may need a hearing device in addition to surgery to repair your eardrum or middle ear bones.

Virtual visits for added convenience. Whether you choose a virtual or in-person appointment for follow-up visits, your care and treatment recommendations will be personalized to your unique needs.

Complex ear conditions like cholesteatoma and otosclerosis can cause a variety of problems and affect everyone differently. Our dedicated team is here to support you throughout your healing journey with a treatment plan tailored to fit your needs.

Personalized Care That Offers The Most Options For Treating Cholesteatoma And Otosclerosis

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