The 20 Best Ear Cancer Doctors in Washington, US

Dr. Lee’s practice is focused on general medical and surgical problems of the head and neck with a focus on facial cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. In addition to performing cosmetic procedures, he has extensive training and experience in facial reconstruction after trauma and skin cancer removal. Dr. Lee is double board certified in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery as well as cosmetic and reconstructive facial plastic surgery. He is also a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Division of Facial Plastic Surgery at the University of Washington. He regularly teaches residents facial plastic cosmetic and reconstructive surgery techniques at affiliated University of Washington Hospitals. Dr. Lee has been selected as a “Seattle Top Doctor” in both Seattle and Seattle Metropolitan Magazine for otolaryngology – facial plastic cosmetic and reconstructive surgery every year since 2011. Dr. Lee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Keloids, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Low Nasal Bridge, and Nasal Septal Hematoma.

Arun Sharma is an Otolaryngologist in Tacoma, Washington. Dr. Sharma is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Ear Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Thrombectomy.

Douglas Sorensen, MD, FACS, is a head and neck surgeon with advanced training in head and neck surgical oncology. He has extensive experience in thyroid and parathyroid surgery, including minimally invasive techniques. Dr. Sorenson also offers treatment for general ear, nose and throat disorders.Dr. Sorensen retired from a distinguished military career as a head and neck surgeon. Passionate about patient care, he remains current in the latest technology, and provides education to his peers regionally and nationally.In his off hours, Dr. Sorensen enjoys family, water sports, running, and exploring the Cascades. Dr. Sorensen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Parathyroid Adenoma, Parathyroid Cancer, Sialadenitis, Thyroidectomy, and Septoplasty.

It is my privilege to treat each person who chooses my care with respect and dignity as they come to understand the nature of their medical condition and choose a treatment option. Dr. Backous is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Cholesteatoma, Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, and Infant Hearing Loss.

Stephen Bayles, MD, is a board-certified head and neck surgeon specializing in head and neck oncology, microvascular reconstruction, conservation laryngeal surgery, skull base surgery, thyroid/parathyroid surgery, mediastinal surgery and sinus surgery. He offers state-of-the-art treatment options, including minimally invasive, robotic and microvascular surgery.Dr. Bayles strives to not only take care of a patient’s cancer but also to return them to the most functional status they can achieve. He understands their vulnerability and the importance of having somebody they trust delivering their care and addressing their physical and emotional concerns. He hopes his patients leave his office knowing they have been heard and cared for, and will continue to feel safe and cared for throughout their cancer journey.Dr. Bayles serves as the Director of Head and Neck Oncology, and Section Head for Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, at Virginia Mason. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and has been named a Top Doctor by Seattle and Seattle Met magazines in 2008-2021.Outside his practice, Dr. Bayles enjoys hiking, fishing and mountaineering. Dr. Bayles is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Tongue Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy.

Dr. Kim is a multiple time recipient of the Seattle Top Doctor Award and most recently received the 2023 Seattle Magazine Top Doc Award. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Tongue Cancer, Ewing Sarcoma, Thyroidectomy, and Tissue Biopsy.

Seth Schwartz, MD, is a board-certified otolaryngologist/neurotologist who provides cares for a wide-range of ear problems ranging from hearing loss and chronic ear disease to skull-base tumors. He specializes in cochlear implants, acoustic neuroma, hearing reconstructive surgery, chronic ear disease, and other medical and surgical management of ear problems.Dr. Schwartz enjoys helping people to communicate better through hearing restoration surgery and cochlear implants, which is a large part of what he does as the head of the cochlear implant program at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. He finds it hugely rewarding to be able to play a part in enhancing the quality of patients' lives through this transformative surgery.When not busy practicing medicine, Dr. Schwartz enjoys skiing, biking and spending time in the outdoors. Dr. Schwartz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Acoustic Neuroma, Infant Hearing Loss, Schwannoma, Myringotomy, and Adenoidectomy.

Dr. Tyler Kimbrough is a board-certified otolaryngologist. Dr. Kimbrough is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Infant Hearing Loss, Jones Syndrome, and DFNB1.

Peter Maurice is an Otolaryngologist in Burien, Washington. Dr. Maurice is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, and Sinusitis. Dr. Maurice is currently accepting new patients.

"""Effective communication is the foundation upon which comprehensive, effective patient care is based. I listen to my patients to understand their concerns. My goal is to counsel my patients about all the treatment options in order to determine the one that is right for them.""". Dr. Bradley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Familial Deafness, Processing Deficient Progeroid Laminopathies (PDPL), Parathyroid Adenoma, Tinnitus, and Parathyroidectomy.

Nazanin Kaatz is a Dermatologist in Port Townsend, Washington. Dr. Kaatz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Basal Cell Skin Cancer, Sunburn, Actinic Keratosis, and Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma.

Virginie Achim is an Otolaryngologist in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Achim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Mikulicz Disease, Tonsil Stones, Salivary Duct Stones, Gastrostomy, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Achim is currently accepting new patients.

Jeffrey Bunn is an Otolaryngologist in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Bunn is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Tongue Cancer, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Mikulicz Disease, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Bunn is currently accepting new patients.

Sung-won Kim is an Otolaryngologist in Olympia, Washington. Dr. Kim is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Sialadenitis, Otitis, Sinusitis, Laryngectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

Paul Tompkins is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Yakima, Washington. Dr. Tompkins is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Ear Cancer, Cerebral Hypoxia, Sitosterolemia, and High Cholesterol.

Andrew Davenport is a General Surgeon in Yakima, Washington. Dr. Davenport is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Otitis, Familial Deafness, Infant Hearing Loss, and Ear Cancer.

Jaideep Shenoi is an Oncologist in Federal Way, Washington. Dr. Shenoi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Anemia, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Mark Sienko is an Oncologist in Spokane, Washington. Dr. Sienko is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Virilizing Ovarian Tumor, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

Christoph M. Prummer, MD, enjoys getting to know patients and working beside them to ensure their goals and wishes are met. He is honored to educate people about their condition, treatment options and to guide them through the entire process.Dr. Prummer likes helping individuals with a wide range of concerns—everything from chronic nasal discomfort and hoarseness to head and neck cancer. He has a special interest in treating patients with a history of hearing loss using cochlear implants and other implantable devices. He is also practiced at treating chronic middle ear infections.Dr. Prummer earned a Bachelor of Science in Zoology from Washington State University in Pullman, Washington. He earned a Doctorate of Medicine from the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle. He completed a residency in otorhinolaryngology at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine in Rochester, Minnesota.Away from medicine, Dr. Prummer loves spending time with his wife and their three rambunctious children. He enjoys waterfowl, upland bird and big game hunting in both Western and Eastern Washington. He also likes hiking, horseback riding, traveling and barbecuing with his family. Dr. Prummer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, Perichondritis, and Nasal Flaring.

John Merrill is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Ellensburg, Washington. Dr. Merrill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ear Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypothyroidism, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.