Ronald R. Ward, MD, Ear-Nose and Throat Doctor (ENT)
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Ronald R. Ward, MD

Ear-Nose and Throat Doctor (ENT)

1000 Magnolia Avenue Suite A Larkspur California, 94939
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Dr. Ronald Ward is an ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctor, also known as an otolaryngologist, practicing in Larkspur, California. Dr. Ward 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/neurology; pediatric otolaryngology; and rhinology.

Education and Training

Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California MD 1972

Board Certification

American Board of Otolaryngology

Provider Details

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Ronald R. Ward, MD's Expert Contributions
  • Tinnitus: A Proposed Rating System for Workers' Compensation Claimants

    By Ronald R. Ward, M.D., F.A.C.S. (OTO/HNS) & Robert Sweetow, Ph.D. (Audiology) The United States Dept. of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration estimates that nearly 250 million dollars are spent annually on workers' compensation for hearing loss disability. Tinnitus is a...

  • Sinus infections/post nasal drip?

    You were taking Allegra, an antihistamine that is prescribed for allergic rhinitis. FYI, post-nasal drip is normal in most cases, except when it is not, depending on the nature of the drip, e.g. purulent, thick, bloody, etc. PND occurs because intranasal secretions move backward to the throat and are swallowed. Normal physiology. PND can worsen with dehydration, utterly, smoking, alcohol intake. exposure to airway irritants, infection, etc. You most likely do not have a sinus infection. Go see an ENT doctor, not your primary care physician. Drink at least two quarts of clear fluids per day. Don't smoke. No throat clearing. Get HEPA air filters for your living spaces. READ MORE

  • Thyroid nodule?

    You need to see an ENT doctor for evaluation, endoscopy, and potential imaging studies, e.g. CT candor MRI, or ultrasound. READ MORE

  • Where is the pressure point for ear pain?

    I am intrigued. What is the pressure point and what is supposed to do? READ MORE

  • How long does it take for packing to dissolve in ear after surgery?

    It is restorable, 4 weeks or longer. If non-resorbable must be removed by the surgeon using a microscope. READ MORE

  • Ringing in left ear?

    Several possible causations: A viral infection, acoustic trauma, aspirin/ibuprofen usage, head injury, microvascular cochlear injury, smoking, alcohol intake, numerous other medications which are associated with tinnitus. Advise to see ENT for evaluation and audiogram. READ MORE

  • I used cold water from my fridge in my neti pot. Will I get PSE or get nasal damage?

    You mean "encephalopathy"? No. READ MORE

  • Ear pain?

    Most likely temporomandibular joint problem. if you are jowling, stop. No gum chewing, no hard candies. Stay on soft foods for awhile. May be grinding teeth in sleep. See ENT to look at your ear, then the dentist for a night guard splint. READ MORE

  • My ear canal is hurting?

    Could be osteomas from cold water swimming. Do not use Q-tips. Get an ENT microscopic evaluation. READ MORE

  • Strep throat?

    Difficult to tell looking at the photo. May be a viral infection. Tongue surface looked to be covered with whitish material. Advise to brush tongue with baking soda, dilute baking soda gargles (one 1/2 tsp in 8 oz of water, get some anesthetic lozenges. if not improving in next 2 days, go back to your MD. No smoking, no alcohol, no spicy foods READ MORE

  • I have a fever during the day only?

    Normal body temperatures vary between 97 and 99. If the temperature is greater than 100.4, this is an indication of illness or infection. Best to check with your primary care physician. READ MORE

  • Lost voice?

    She needs to see a laryngologist (ENT) for evaluation and flexible endoscopy. Possibilities include vocal fold swelling, vocal fold polyp, vocal fold hemorrhage/hematoma, arytenoid dilation, vocal fold paralysis. Find an MD who specializes in voice issues. READ MORE

  • Neck artery?

    Most likely the Carotid bulb. Differcation point of carotid artery in lateral neck. READ MORE

  • Throat issues?

    Your photo reveals submucosal lymphoid tissue. This is indicative of upper airway allergies. Could do trial of Zyrtec and Mucinex to see if symptoms are better. Drink at least two-quarters of water per day. No smoking anything. If symptoms persist see an ENT and/or allergist. READ MORE

  • I'm seeing the pulse in my neck?

    The extreme tiredness could well be a side effect of the Methadone. The list of potential side effects is quite long. Are you taking other medications as well? If you are thin or under weight, you may see venous pulsations and dilatations more than normal or overweight individuals. Advise seeing internist or cardiologist. READ MORE

  • Foreign object in the ear canal?

    May be some mild inflammation in the canal causing residual FB sensation. I will assume that the doctor used a microscope when he/she cleaned the ear out and did not injure the canal skin in the process. You could instill some 3% peroxide in the involved ear for 10-15 seconds and then gently irrigate the canal with warm water or in the shower. If this does not work or if not better in a few days, take the child back to the ENT. READ MORE

  • Nasal congestion?

    First, what did the allergist say? There are several types of congestion: inflammatory, enlarged turbinates, post-traumatic, autonomic, hypersensitivity, vasomotor, etc. Best to see an ENT for evaluation. READ MORE

  • My ear hurts and the right side of my face is red?

    Any more photos? Unlikely due to sinus problem. Could be undiagnosed parotid gland inflammatory process, chronic steph. infection. Was the MRI performed with contrast to visualize the vascular structures? The pain is most likely due to trigeminal nerve irritation. Could try a course of prednisone and clindamycin. Send more information READ MORE

  • Weird multiple corn nut shaped masses that itch and move?

    Probably epithelial cell collections (tonsillitis). Usually harmful, but can pain pain, infection, and halitosis. Can be gargled out or dissected out of tonsil with appropriate instrument READ MORE

  • Is a dorsal hump considered a defect?

    I will assume you are referring to a nasal dorsal hump. The answer is no unless it is posttraumatic. It is a genetically-inherited, ethnic variant. READ MORE

  • Nose bleeds?

    Most nosebleeds are anterior, 90%, from fragile or inflamed vessels. Bleeding can be worse if taking aspirin, ibuprofen, and other anti-coagulants. and liver disease. Many nosebleeds occur in cold weather due to nasal blood vessel dilation.Dryness, Picking and rubbing traumatizes these vessels as well. Advise to limit alcohol intake and caffeine intake. Apply gently with a Q-tip some vaseline or bacroban ointment circularly in the first inch of the nostril three or more times a day. Can coat a small cotton ball with same and place in nostril to keep tissue from drying out. No nose blowing or heavy lifting. No smoking. Also go back to the ENT for potential nasal endoscopy and cautery. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Otolaryngology/Laryngology

Professional Memberships

  • AAFPRS AAOHNS Pacific Voice Foundation, ACS  

Areas of research

Laryngology, Voice, Speech and Swallowing Disorders

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Larkspur, California 94939
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