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William T. Poirier
Ear-Nose and Throat Doctor (ENT)
25-31 North California Street Stockton California, 95204About
William T. Poirier, MD, FACS, RPVI, maintains a position with Pacific Coast Medical Services in Anaheim, California. An experienced and highly skilled otolaryngologist, Dr. Poirier has over thirty years in practice and his areas of expertise include head and neck surgery, venous insufficiency, and varicose veins. Otolaryngology is the medical and surgical management and treatment of patients with diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat (ENT), and related structures of the head and neck. He has had the honor of receiving certification from the American Board of Otolaryngology; as well as being named Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr, Poirier also is a Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation (RPVI), which is required for a vascular surgery qualifying examination.
Education and Training
Drexel University
Board Certification
American Board of Otolaryngology- Otolaryngology; Registered Physician Valvular Interpretor
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William T. Poirier's Expert Contributions
Is it safe to clean my ears with hydrogen peroxide?
Do not put water/peroxide in the ear. If you want, you can make a 1/2 and 1/2 vinegar and alcohol mixture and put a few drops in the ear a few times a week. This keeps the ear canal acidified and prevents ear canal infection. READ MORE
Am I at a risk of throat cancer if I quit a smoking habit of 3 years?
Throat cancer cause is unknown, things associated with it are 1) cigarette smoking 2) alcohol 3) acid reflux 4) oral sex (papilloma virus exposure). Quitting smoking cigarettes is a good first step; the longer you stop, the reduction in the risk of developing throat cancer gets better. READ MORE
Why was I prescribed an antibiotic for an ear infection? Don't I need drops?
An ear infection can be either an external ear canal infection or a middle ear infection...the canal infection, you treat with drops...the middle ear infection, you treat with antibiotic...the eardrum separates the ear canal from the middle ear...and ear pain can be the same for both. READ MORE
Why does my son wake up every morning with sneezing and a stuffy nose?
Try getting him to an allergist to test for dust mites. You may consider a very hot water cycle when you do his bed linen; most detergents suggest a warm water cycle, but this does not get rid of the mites and does not help to get rid of their allergenic products, e.g., their dead microscopic bodies...may also change his pillow if it is a feathered pillow, this all adds up to a major allergenic load. READ MORE
There is a weird sound coming from my son’s throat. What could this be?
You may need to see an otolaryngologist and have a direct laryngoscopy done, some noises from the throat may be related to the cartilages of the larynx and are probably of no major significance, but an MRI may be indicated to evaluate the larynx structure. READ MORE
I just found red traces which seem like blood when coughing this morning. Is it serious?
If you are a smoker, then it could be a serious indication for a chest X-ray and other diagnostic tests, and you may need to see a otolaryngologist for endoscopy. READ MORE
Are nasal sprays safe for those who smoke?
Most nasal sprays will be safe for 3-4 days and reduce congestion, however, beyond that time you may then experience rebound, which means you will continue to be congested if you stop using the spray. The congestion may last for a week or two after you stop using the spray...it's just a physiologic response and is not permanent. READ MORE
What could be the reason behind my equilibrium problem?
As we get older, our inner ear balance can go because of the small crystals in your ear that help with balance, some may experience benign balance problems which can be treated with otolith repositioning, you may need to see an otolaryngologist for this. READ MORE
Are there any home remedies to manage swallowing pain?
Throat pain may be serious especially in a smoker or former smoker and a direct laryngoscopy may be needed...you may need to see an ENT doctor for this. READ MORE
Is a rhinoplasty after retinal surgery safe?
Need to ask the retinal surgeon, usually a rhinoplastic surgeon is not qualified to answer the question, and a lot depends on the extent of the retinal surgery. READ MORE
What is the hissing sound I am hearing in my ears?
Could be simple tinnitus. You may need a hearing test to evaluate...may need to see an ENT doctor and audiologist. READ MORE
Are these crackling sounds in my ear from TMJ?
Well TMJ is associated with pain,,,the crackling noise can be anything from Eustation tube dysfunction like you get with a cold,,,,,,to wax in proximity to the Tympanic membrane ,,,,to exfoliated membrane on the ear drum,,,,,,,have to see the ear,,,ear canal or drum to really exclude some things READ MORE
I had a balloon sinuplasty and symptoms are coming back. Do I need it again?
It may require a redo. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
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Internships
- Drexel University
Professional Society Memberships
- American College of Surgeons
Articles and Publications
- Has Been Published
What do you attribute your success to?
- His Grandmother, Great Deal of Hard Work
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