How Do I Become an Otologist?
To become an otologist, at least 11 years of school beyond undergraduate education are required. Four years of medical school, five years of residency training and a two-year fellowship in neurotology is the general course of study to receive an ontology degree. Neurotologists and otologists work closely together. While otologists deal mainly with ear, nose and throat problems, neurotologists help patients with hearing, balance, nerve functions, infectious diseases, and head and neck anatomy. Otologists are recommended to become a certified otolaryngologist first. This is a special doctor who is trained to perform general surgery in ear, nose and throat conditions. Also known as ENT physicians, otolaryngologists must complete a year of general surgery training and four years of specific otolaryngology training. After the residency training, the doctor must take both written and oral examinations to become certified on the American Board of Otolaryngology. After a doctor is certified in
