Sinus Specialist Louisville KY
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Business Description
Dr. Thomas S. Higgins, MD, MSPH, MBASinus Specialist & Advanced Rhinologist in Louisville, KY
Dr. Thomas S. Higgins is a distinguished sinus specialist based in Louisville, KY, renowned for his advanced training in rhinology. He offers comprehensive care for both adults and children facing complex conditions of the paranasal sinuses, nose, and skull base.
About Dr. Higgins:
Dr. Higgins is the President and Chairman of the Board of ENT Care Centers, where he leads a team dedicated to innovative care in otolaryngology. He practices as an otolaryngologist-rhinologist with Kentuckiana ENT, a division of ENT Care Centers, and serves as the Research Director at the Kentuckiana Institute of Clinical Research. Additionally, Dr. Higgins holds the position of Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology at the University of Louisville School of Medicine. He is also a Co-Founder and President of the Snot Force Alliance Inc., a non-profit organization focused on the management of sinus, allergy, and airway conditions.
Having grown up in Louisville, Dr. Higgins returned to his hometown to become the first ENT physician in Kentucky with advanced fellowship training in endoscopic sinus and skull base surgery. His expertise and dedication have earned him recognition as a Top Sinus Surgeon by Louisville Magazine on three occasions.
Training and Education:
Fellowship: Rhinology, Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions Sinus Center
Residency: Otolaryngology, Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS)
Medical School: Doctorate of Medicine (M.D.), University of Louisville School of Medicine (AOA Honors)
Masters of Science in Public Health (M.S.P.H.): University of Louisville School of Public Health and Information Sciences
Undergraduate: Bellarmine College (now University), Major in Chemistry, President of the Student Government Association
Services and Specialties:
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery: Advanced techniques for treating chronic sinusitis and other sinus conditions.
Skull Base Surgery: Specialized care for complex skull base disorders.
Allergy Management: Comprehensive evaluation and treatment plans for allergy-related issues.
Nasal and Sinus Reconstruction: Surgical interventions for structural problems affecting the nose and sinuses.
Pediatric ENT Care: Expert care for children with sinus and nasal conditions.
Dr. Higgins is also a well-published author, contributing extensively to the field through articles and book chapters. For a selection of his publications, please refer to PubMed.