Ear, Nose & Throat Conditions We Treat

Tracheal Rings

Complete tracheal rings refers to a defect in the structure of the cartilages that make up the trachea.

Tracheoesophageal Fistula

A congenital condition in which an abnormal connection exists between the windpipe and the tube that carries food and water from the mouth to the stomach.

Tracheomalacia

Normal tracheal cartilages are round, and because of this shape, they can withstand positive pressure forces without collapsing.

Velopharyngeal Dysfunction (VPD)

Velopharyngeal dysfunction, or VPD, is a condition resulting from inadequate closure of the velopharyngeal port, or the opening between the nose and the mouth, during speech. Children with VPD have speech that is difficult to understand by others, as too much or too little sound comes from the nose. This is a common condition among children...