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Dr. Michelle Putnam, M.D.
Ear-Nose and Throat Doctor (ENT)
Dr. Michelle Putnam is an ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctor, also known as an otolaryngologist, practicing in Santa Monica, California. Dr. Putnam specializes in diseases and disorders of the ear, nose and throat as well as other parts of the head and neck. Such structures an ENT may work on include the sinuses, larynx (voice box) and mouth in addition to the ear, nose and throat. There are seven areas of expertise that an ENT might specialize in, and these are: allergies; facial reconstructive surgery; head and neck; laryngology; otology/neurotology; pediatric otolaryngology; and rhinology.
26 years
Experience
Dr. Michelle Putnam, M.D.
- Santa Monica, California
- Albany Medical College - Union University
- Accepting new patients
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How often should I get a hearing exam over 50?
It depends on your initial hearing test. If it’s a normal audiogram we won’t repeat it for several years. If there is hearing loss or progressive changes we would check the hearing READ MORE
It depends on your initial hearing test. If it’s a normal audiogram we won’t repeat it for several years. If there is hearing loss or progressive changes we would check the hearing more frequently.
Embarrassment is keeping me from seeing a doctor?
It is important you see an ear nose and throat doctor as soon as possible. What you think is a wart may be something more serious. Doctors and staff are trained in infection prevention READ MORE
It is important you see an ear nose and throat doctor as soon as possible. What you think is a wart may be something more serious. Doctors and staff are trained in infection prevention and it’s unlikely you would contract covid at a doctors office.
Why do I have so much ear wax?
Some people produce more wax or skin in the ears. Sometimes it’s the shape of the ear canal that accumulates wax.
