How Do You Find A Schwannoma Surgeon?
Schwannoma—also called acoustic neuroma—is a slow-growing tumor on the nerves of the inner ear that control balance and hearing, according to the National Institutes of Health. Schwannoma gets its name from the overgrowth of Schwann cells that coat the nerves of the inner ear. Although Schwannomas are not cancerous, they can cause dizziness, ringing in the ears and loss of hearing. Finding a doctor who treats Schwannoma surgically—also called an otolaryngologist—depends on four types of resources. Check resources developed by professional organizations. The American Academy of Otolaryngology provides an online search tool that allows you to find a nearby Schwannoma surgeon. You may search for a surgeon by city, state or postal code; you may also search by specialty from the Academy’s drop-down menu of subspecialties of otolaryngology. Although some surgeons who treat Schwannoma do not specify a subspecialty, others do identify with the subspecialties of neurotology and otology.
