Department of ENT & Skull Base Surgery
At a Glance: Our Department of ENT & Skull Base Surgery
The Department of ENT (ear, nose, and throat) and Skull Base Surgery at Barrow Neurological Institute is committed to providing compassionate, comprehensive, and patient-centered care to individuals with disorders of the head and neck, sino-nasal passages, ear, vestibular system, facial nerve, and skull base, as well as people with cancers of the head and neck. Our multidisciplinary team provides the complete spectrum of care, beginning with accurate diagnosis. Whether you need surgical treatment, non-surgical treatment, reconstructive surgery, rehabilitation, or observation, our highly skilled specialists are here to help.
Founded on a commitment to evidence-based medicine and scholarly advancement, our department continuously strives to develop novel treatments through scientific research and clinical trials. Our team is also passionate about education, both for patients and the next generation of experts within our field. Located in the heart of Phoenix, our clinic is proud to serve Arizona and our region.
The Barrow Difference
Long recognized as a premiere destination for subspecialized treatment, we carry the mission of Barrow Neurological Institute forward at the Department of ENT and Skull Base Surgery. We continuously aim to improve patient care and develop new treatments via clinical trials, scientific research, and national and international scholarly engagement.
Our team is led by Shawn M. Stevens, MD, and Griffin Santarelli, MD. Dr. Stevens is a dual-board certified neurotologist, otologist, and lateral skull base surgeon and expert in the treatment of disorders within his discipline. Dr. Santarelli is a fellowship-trained specialist in the treatment of anterior skull base disorders, complex sino-nasal disease, and cancers of the head and neck.
To learn more or schedule your appointment, please give us a call at (602) 406-8811.
What We Treat
Acoustic Neuroma
Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Leak
Cholesteatoma
Chronic Vertigo
Head and Neck Cancer
Laryngeal Cancer
Meningioma
Metastatic Skin Cancers
Nasal and Sinus Cancers
Oral Cavity Cancer (Tongue and Mouth)
Oropharyngeal Cancer (Throat Cancer)
Otosclerosis
Perforated Eardrum
Salivary Gland Cancer
Sudden Hearing Loss
Thyroid Cancer
"I feel honored to be here at Barrow. You definitely feel part of a family; that they take a very strong interest in your case. Everyone's treated with such respect."
Tests, Treatments & Procedures
Auditory Brainstem Implant
Bone Anchored Hearing Devices
Cochlear Implant
Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
Radiation Therapy & Radiosurgery
Skull Base Surgery
Specialists
Location
Support & Wellness
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Life-Changing Effects of a Cochlear Implant
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