Eastern Virginia Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists
Combining specialized care with a family environment
For more than four decades, Eastern Virginia Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists has been a cornerstone of the regional medical community. The physician-owned private practice offers specialized healthcare that combines advanced technology with a warm, family-centered approach.
Founded in 1984, the group includes a team of five ENT physicians, three advanced practice providers, and eight audiologists operating among clinic locations in Suffolk, Chesapeake, and Virginia Beach. “It’s really a family environment,” says Mandy Bridgham, office manager of the practice.
The audiology team at Eastern Virginia Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists provides expertise at the company’s locations in Suffolk, Chesapeake, and Virginia Beach. Eastern Virginia ENT combines advanced technology with a mission to ensure the health and well-being of the communities it serves.
Despite its growth, the practice remains deeply rooted in its core mission: to ensure the health and well-being of the communities it serves by providing clinical expertise, technological innovation, and an unwavering ethical commitment to a quality, patient-centered experience.
Eastern Virginia ENT Specialists follows an integrated model of care. Navigating ear and hearing health often forces patients to bounce between separate offices. At Eastern Virginia ENT, physicians and audiologists work side-by-side. Whether a patient is dealing with straightforward hearing loss or a complex, medically related ear condition, the team’s collaborative approach saves patients the hassle of scheduling multiple appointments with different specialists.
“Patients who have hearing concerns can rule out anything from an ENT perspective first,” Mandy says. “If it turns out they need hearing aids, we can walk them right over to our audiology team,” who adhere to the best practices outlined by the American Academy of Audiology, ensuring that every diagnostic test and treatment plan meets the highest national standards of clinical excellence.
Environmental allergies are year-round in Virginia, and Hampton Roads is particularly challenging for allergy sufferers. Seasonal pollen levels are high, and the season is prolonged by warm temperatures and high humidity. Fortunately, Eastern Virginia ENT is at the forefront of modern, minimally invasive treatments that improve quality of life.
The group's specialists work closely with patients to develop comprehensive allergy management plans. Because accurate identification is the first step to relief, allergy testing plays a vital role in their approach. Long-term management can be customized to include advanced immunotherapy, offered in the form of allergy shots, tablets or drops designed to desensitize the immune system over time.
In-office sinus procedures include balloon sinuplasty, a gentle procedure that opens blocked sinus passages and provides lasting relief to chronic sinusitis sufferers without the need for traditional surgery.
The practice also uses videostroboscopy, a state-of-the-art imaging technique that allows providers to view the vocal cords in slow motion to diagnose voice and speech disorders.
Additionally, the practice houses the Center for Hearing and Balance, which has earned a reputation as a premier regional referral center for debilitating conditions, such as vertigo and labyrinthitis (inflammation of the inner ear). The center's experts specialize in tracing these symptoms to their underlying causes, enabling them to craft personalized treatment plans that help patients regain their footing.
Partnering with TowneBank and working with senior vice president Phil Smith helps the business side of operations run smoothly. “They have made it seamless, from the courier picking up the bank deposits to having accounts available for direct payments from insurance companies,” says bookkeeper Betsey Granger. “I know that Phil is only a phone call away if I have a question about anything. Everyone is very friendly and willing to help.”
At its heart, Eastern Virginia Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists operates on a foundation of integrity, trust, and compassion. Their philosophy centers on shared decision-making, ensuring that patients are active participants in their own care.
For more information, visit EasternVaENT.com.