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Otolaryngology (ENT) at The Medical Group of New Jersey

Comprehensive Ear, Nose, Throat & Head/Neck Care for Children and Adults

The Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat) specialists at The Medical Group of New Jersey diagnose and treat the full range of ENT conditions, from sinus infections and ear problems to allergies, sleep apnea, and complex head and neck tumors.

Our board-certified ENT physicians provide thorough evaluation, advanced diagnostic testing, and individualized treatment designed to restore breathing, hearing, balance, voice, and overall quality of life.

We combine medical therapy, minimally invasive procedures, surgical expertise, and coordinated care with audiology, allergy/immunology, neurology, oncology, and endocrinology to support patients at every stage.


Why Choose Our ENT Team?

  • Board-certified ENT specialists
  • On-site endoscopy, audiology, allergy testing, and imaging
  • Expertise in sinus, ear, thyroid, parathyroid, and salivary gland surgery
  • Evidence-based treatment options, including advanced medical and surgical care
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration for complex conditions
  • Patient-centered approach with clear communication and ongoing support

Conditions We Treat

Below are the most common ENT conditions managed at The Medical Group of New Jersey, with links to detailed Clinical Patient Journeys explaining what to expect from symptoms through diagnosis and long-term management.

Sinusitis
Sinusitis causes facial pressure, congestion, postnasal drip, and persistent nasal symptoms. We evaluate for acute infections, chronic sinusitis, and nasal polyps, offering medical therapy, imaging when needed, and minimally invasive sinus surgery for severe or recurrent cases.

Ear Infections (Otitis Media & Otitis Externa)
Whether it’s a child with recurrent ear infections or an adult with swimmer’s ear, we provide expert diagnosis, ear cleaning, medical treatment, and tympanostomy tubes when warranted.

Hearing Loss
Hearing changes can come on suddenly or gradually. Our ENT and audiology team performs full hearing evaluations and offers hearing aids, bone-anchored devices, and surgical solutions depending on the cause.

Allergic Rhinitis
If seasonal or year-round allergies trigger congestion, sneezing, or sinus infections, we provide allergy testing, medication plans, and immunotherapy for long-term relief.

Tonsillitis & Pharyngitis
From strep throat to chronic tonsillitis, we offer rapid testing, medical treatment, and surgical evaluation for recurrent infections.

Sleep Apnea & Snoring
We diagnose obstructive sleep apnea through sleep studies and provide CPAP guidance, oral appliances, and surgical options for patients who do not tolerate CPAP.

Voice & Swallowing Disorders
Hoarseness, vocal strain, chronic cough, or difficulty swallowing may require laryngoscopy and targeted treatment including voice therapy, reflux management, or surgical intervention.

Vertigo & Balance Disorders
We evaluate dizziness from conditions like benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), Ménière’s disease, or vestibular neuritis and provide repositioning maneuvers, diet recommendations, and vestibular rehabilitation.

Head & Neck Tumors
Our ENT surgeons assess neck masses, thyroid nodules, salivary gland tumors, and cancers of the mouth, throat, and larynx, coordinating biopsy, imaging, and multidisciplinary treatment.

Thyroid & Parathyroid Disorders
Evaluation includes ultrasound, biopsy, and endocrine testing. Our ENT surgeons offer minimally invasive thyroidectomy and parathyroidectomy when indicated.


Our Multidisciplinary ENT Approach

ENT care often intersects with other specialties. At The Medical Group of New Jersey, our ENT team works closely with:

  • Allergy & Immunology (allergy testing, immunotherapy)
  • Audiology (hearing aids, balance testing)
  • Neurology (vertigo, facial nerve disorders)
  • Endocrinology (thyroid/parathyroid disease)
  • Oncology/Radiation Oncology (head & neck cancer)
  • Primary Care (continuity of care, chronic disease oversight)

This ensures a 360° approach to diagnosing and managing ENT conditions.

Practicing Providers

View Michael O’Connor, PA-C Profile

Michael O’Connor, PA-C

901 West Main StreetBuilding. A. – Suite 166Freehold, NJ 07728609-403-8840 Visit Profile
View Rachael Rennert, AUD Profile

Rachael Rennert, AUD

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View Kelly-Ann Kilcollins, NP Profile

Kelly-Ann Kilcollins, NP

901 West Main StreetBuilding. A. – Suite 166Freehold, NJ 07728609-403-8840 Visit Profile
View Allison Dertouzos, PA-C Profile

Allison Dertouzos, PA-C

901 West Main StreetBuilding. A. – Suite 166Freehold, NJ 07728609-403-8840 Visit Profile
View Jessica P. Keel, PA-C, MPH, MHS Profile

Jessica P. Keel, PA-C, MPH, MHS

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View Rakesh B. Patel, MD FACS Profile

Rakesh B. Patel, MD FACS

901 West Main StreetBuilding. A. – Suite 166Freehold, NJ 07728609-403-8840 Visit Profile
View Chetan Shah, MD FACS Profile

Chetan Shah, MD FACS

901 West Main StreetBuilding. A. – Suite 166Freehold, NJ 07728609-403-8840 Visit Profile