The 20 Best Tonsillitis Doctors Near Me in Overland Park, KS

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 17 doctor with experience in Tonsillitis near Overland Park, KS. Of these, 11 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.

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    Steven Ellis
    Advanced in Tonsillitis
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tonsillitis
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology

    Head And Neck Surgery Of Kansas City

    5370 College Blvd, Ste 100, 
    Overland Park, KS 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Ellis is a Plastic Surgeon and an Otolaryngologist in Overland Park, Kansas. Dr. Ellis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsillitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Ethmoiditis, Empyema, and Sinusitis. Dr. Ellis is currently accepting new patients.

    Mitchell Challis
    Advanced in Tonsillitis
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tonsillitis
    Otolaryngology

    Head And Neck Surgery Of Kansas City

    5370 College Blvd, Ste 100, 
    Overland Park, KS 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mitchell Challis is an Otolaryngologist in Overland Park, Kansas. Dr. Challis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsillitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Empyema, Sinusitis, Tinnitus, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Challis is currently accepting new patients.

    Robert Thompson
    Advanced in Tonsillitis
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tonsillitis
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology

    Head And Neck Surgery Of Kansas City

    5370 College Blvd, Ste 100, 
    Overland Park, KS 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Thompson is a Plastic Surgeon and an Otolaryngologist in Overland Park, Kansas. Dr. Thompson is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsillitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Osteitis Fibrosa, Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism, and Myringotomy. Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients.

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    Richard Price
    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Physician Assistant | Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Physician Assistant | Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology

    Head And Neck Surgery Of Kansas City

    5370 College Blvd, Ste 100, 
    Overland Park, KS 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Richard Price is a Physician Assistant and a Plastic Surgeon in Overland Park, Kansas. Mr. Price is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsillitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Otitis, Infant Hearing Loss, and Vertigo.

    David T. Rouse
    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Otolaryngology

    Corporate Medical Plaza, Building 3

    10787 Nall Avenue, Suite 220, 
    Overland Park, KS 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    26+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    David Rouse is an Otolaryngologist in Overland Park, Kansas. Dr. Rouse has been practicing medicine for over 26 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsillitis. His top areas of expertise are Low Nasal Bridge, Nasal Septal Hematoma, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and Nasal Polyps. Dr. Rouse is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Otolaryngology

    Ascentist Physicians Group

    6815 Frontage Rd Ste B, 
    Overland Park, KS 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Gaunt is an Otolaryngologist in Overland Park, Kansas. Dr. Gaunt is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsillitis. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Laryngeal Cancer, DFNB1, Myringotomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Otolaryngology

    Office

    8901 W 74th St Ste 121, 
    Overland Park, KS 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Foxhall Thornton is an Otolaryngologist in Overland Park, Kansas. Dr. Thornton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsillitis. His top areas of expertise are Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and Sinusitis.

    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Family Medicine

    AdventHealth Medical Group Primary Care At College Blvd

    7025 College Blvd Ste 200, 
    Leawood, KS 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kerry Jordan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Leawood, Kansas. Dr. Jordan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsillitis. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and High Cholesterol.

    Mark Walton
    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Plastic Surgery | Otolaryngology

    Head And Neck Surgery Of Kansas City

    7201 E. 147th St, Ste 120, 
    Grandview, MO 
     (10.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mark Walton is a Plastic Surgeon and an Otolaryngologist in Grandview, Missouri. Dr. Walton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsillitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Empyema, Sinusitis, Myringotomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Walton is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Otolaryngology

    Peter E Shapiro MD

    6675 Holmes Rd Ste 410, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (5.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Shapiro is an Otolaryngologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Shapiro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsillitis. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Otitis, Empyema, and Sinusitis.

    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Pediatric Otolaryngology
    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Pediatric Otolaryngology

    Children's Mercy Kansas City

    2401 Gillham Rd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    John Dahl is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Dahl is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsillitis. His top areas of expertise are Micrognathia, Crouzon Syndrome, Pierre Robin Sequence, Adenoidectomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Internal Medicine

    Children's Mercy Kansas City

    2401 Gillham Rd, 
    Kansas City, MO 
     (8.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brooke Sweeney is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Kansas City, Missouri. Dr. Sweeney is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsillitis. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity in Children, Obesity, Tonsillitis, High Blood Pressure in Infants, and Adenoidectomy.

    David K. Hill
    Advanced in Tonsillitis
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tonsillitis
    Otolaryngology
    20375 West 151st Street, Suite 106, 
    Olathe, KS 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    36+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    David Hill is an Otolaryngologist in Olathe, Kansas. Dr. Hill has been practicing medicine for over 36 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsillitis. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Tinnitus, DFNB1, and Jones Syndrome. Dr. Hill is currently accepting new patients.

    Guerin M. Smith
    Advanced in Tonsillitis
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tonsillitis
    Otolaryngology
    20375 West 151st Street, Suite 106, 
    Olathe, KS 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Guerin Smith is an Otolaryngologist in Olathe, Kansas. Dr. Smith has been practicing medicine for over 11 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsillitis. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Tinnitus, and Jones Syndrome. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

    Brian A. Metz
    Advanced in Tonsillitis
    Otolaryngology
    Advanced in Tonsillitis
    Otolaryngology
    20375 West 151st Street, Suite 106, 
    Olathe, KS 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brian Metz is an Otolaryngologist in Olathe, Kansas. Dr. Metz has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsillitis. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, Jones Syndrome, and Thyroid Nodule. Dr. Metz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Family Medicine

    Degoler Pharmacy

    2040 Hutton Rd, 
    Kansas City, KS 
     (13.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michaela Mallon is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. Mallon is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsillitis. Her top areas of expertise are Cellulitis, Parinaud Oculoglandular Syndrome, Peptic Ulcer, and Necrosis.

    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tonsillitis
    Family Medicine

    Southland Primary Care

    17067 S Outer Rd Ste 100, 
    Belton, MO 
     (15.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kent Bogner is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Belton, Missouri. Dr. Bogner is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tonsillitis. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Empyema, Sinusitis, and Obesity.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Tonsillitis?

    Tonsillitis is inflammation (swelling) of the tonsils.

    When should I see a Tonsillitis doctor near Overland Park, KS?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Tonsillitis doctor near Overland Park, KS?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Tonsillitis doctors near Overland Park, KS?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Tonsillitis doctors near Overland Park, KS?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Tonsillitis doctor near Overland Park, KS?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Tonsillitis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Tonsillitis doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Tonsillitis doctor near Overland Park, KS?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Tonsillitis doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Tonsillitis doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Tonsillitis doctors near Overland Park, KS?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Tonsillitis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Tonsillitis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Tonsillitis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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