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Dr. Robert Sataloff, MD

Ear-Nose and Throat Doctor (ENT)

Robert T. Sataloff, M.D., D.M.A., F.A.C.S. is Professor and Chairman, Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery and Senior Associate Dean for Clinical Academic Specialties, Drexel University College of Medicine. He also holds Adjunct Professorships in the Departments of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University, Temple University, and the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine; and he is on the faculty of the Academy of Vocal Arts. He serves as Conductor of the Thomas Jefferson University Choir. Dr. Sataloff is also a professional singer and singing teacher. He holds an undergraduate degree from Haverford College in Music Theory and Composition; graduated from Jefferson Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University; received a Doctor of Musical Arts in Voice Performance from Combs College of Music; and he completed Residency in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and a Fellowship in Otology, Neurotology and Skull Base Surgery at the University of Michigan. Dr. Sataloff is Chairman of the Boards of Directors of the Voice Foundation and of the American Institute for Voice and Ear Research. He also has served as Chairman of the Board of Governors of Graduate Hospital; President of the American Laryngological Association, the International Association of Phonosurgery, the Pennsylvania Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, and The American Society of Geriatric Otolaryngology, and in numerous other leadership positions. Dr. Sataloff is Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Voice; Editor Emeritus of Ear, Nose and Throat Journal; Associate Editor of the Journal of Singing; on the Editorial Board of Medical Problems of Performing Artists, and is an editorial reviewer for numerous otolaryngology journals. He has written over 1,000 publications including 69 books, and he has been awarded more than $5 million in research funding. His H-index is 41 (as of October 2020). He has invented more than 75 laryngeal microsurgical instruments distributed currently by Integra Medical, ossicular replacement prostheses produced by Grace Medical, and a novel laryngeal prosthesis (patent pending). He holds a patent on a unique thyroplasty implant. His medical practice is limited to care of the professional voice and to otology/neurotology/skull base surgery. Dr. Sataloff has been recognized by Best Doctors in America (Woodward White Athens) every year since 1992, Philadelphia Magazine since 1997, and Castle Connolly’s “America’s Top Doctors” since 2002.
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49 years Experience
Dr. Robert Sataloff, MD
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Jefferson Med Coll-Thos Jefferson Univ, Philadelphia Pa
  • Accepting new patients

Hearing loss?

TMJ disorders can cause ear pain, but ordinarily not hearing loss. TMJ fracture can cause displacement that blocks the ear canal and causes a mechanical hearing loss that is correctable. READ MORE
TMJ disorders can cause ear pain, but ordinarily not hearing loss. TMJ fracture can cause displacement that blocks the ear canal and causes a mechanical hearing loss that is correctable. That problem is obvious when looking into the ear with an otoscope. Most progressive losses such as you described are due to medical causes that can be identified through a comprehensive evaluation. In some cases, they can be helped her even cured. Even when that is not the case, sometimes it is possible to prevent or slow further hearing loss. I would recommend a comprehensive assessment by a neuro-otologist.

Robert T. Sataloff, M.D., D.M.A., F.A.C.S

I had surgery 4 and a half day ago to open my sinuses?

Those symptoms are very common after sinus surgery. You might have some packing in addition to the stents, or you might be obstructed by swelling or blood clot. If you can breathe READ MORE
Those symptoms are very common after sinus surgery. You might have some packing in addition to the stents, or you might be obstructed by swelling or blood clot. If you can breathe through your nose at all, you can try inhaling steam; but it is unlikely that you will get relief until the stents and other materials are removed from your nose. If you are really disturbed, you can go to an emergency room and have someone examine your nose; but the symptoms that you described are quite routine after such surgery. If you have not already contacted your surgeon, you certainly should do so and ask him/her the question.

Robert T. Sataloff, M.D., D.M.A., F.A.C.S. (Dictated but not read)

Ear infection question?

You definitely should not clean the ear yourself if Q-tips and other devices to clean ears usually make matters worse. Ideally, you should see an ear nose and throat specialist. READ MORE
You definitely should not clean the ear yourself if Q-tips and other devices to clean ears usually make matters worse. Ideally, you should see an ear nose and throat specialist. Second choice would be a primary care physician. If you go to an urgent care, you are likely to get a provider without the appropriate experience or instruments. Your chances would be better in an emergency room, if you are uncomfortable over the holiday. If you have accessed to an emergency room affiliated with the medical school, there probably would be an ear, nose, and throat resident available if the emergency physician has trouble with your ears.

Robert T. Sataloff, M.D., D.M.A., F.A.C.S. (Dictated but not read)

What causes buzzing noises in your ear?

There are a great many causes of tinnitus. Although many doctors believe that tinnitus is not curable, that is not always true. I suggest that you consult a neurotologist. That READ MORE
There are a great many causes of tinnitus. Although many doctors believe that tinnitus is not curable, that is not always true. I suggest that you consult a neurotologist. That is a doctor who is an ear nose and throat specialist, but sub-specializes in disorders of the ear and related structures. A comprehensive evaluation including hearing tests, special hearing tests, blood tests, and imaging studies such as an MRI may determine the cause and offer possibilities to help you.

Robert T. Sataloff, M.D., D.M.A., F.A.C.S

I don't have sense of taste?

You should have a test for Covid and Covid antibodies. You also would benefit from evaluation by a rhinologist. I would suggest my associate, Dr. Alnouri, 215–7 62–5530. Robert READ MORE
You should have a test for Covid and Covid antibodies. You also would benefit from evaluation by a rhinologist. I would suggest my associate, Dr. Alnouri, 215–7 62–5530.

Robert T. Sataloff, M.D., D.M.A., F.A.C.S