Overview
Dr. Ratcliff was born and raised in Austin. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Austin and completed his medical degree at the University of Texas-Southwestern Medical School in Dallas. After a General Surgery Internship at Parkland Memorial Hospital, he remained at UT-Southwestern and Parkland Memorial Hospital to complete a total of six years of research and Otolaryngology training in 2003. Dr. Ratcliff returned home to Austin in 2007 after several years of private practice in Santa Fe, NM.
Dr. Ratcliff is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Tinnitus, Swimmer's Ear, Jones Syndrome, and Infant Hearing Loss.
Dr. Ratcliff is board certified in The American Board Of Otolaryngology Head And Neck Surgery - Otolaryngology. Dr. Ratcliff is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
7200 Wyoming Springs Dr, Ste 1400, Round Rock, TX 78681
Austin ENT Associates
Dr. Zapalac's medical degree, General Surgery internship, and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck residency were all received from the University of Texas-Southwestern Medical School in Dallas. Dr. Zapalac is Board Certified in Otolaryngology and has published articles in national peer-reviewed journals involving subjects related to the head and neck. Dr. Zapalac is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Swimmer's Ear, Jones Syndrome, DFNB1, and Otitis. Dr. Zapalac is board certified in The American Board Of Otolaryngology Head And Neck Surgery - Otolaryngology. Dr. Zapalac is currently accepting new patients.
Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Round Rock 302 University
Dr. Arffa is a fellowship-trained rhinologist and general otolaryngologist. She is from Pittsburgh, PA, and completed her medical school training at the University of Pittsburgh. She then did her Otolaryngology residency at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple and completed a fellowship in Rhinology at the Sinus and Nasal Institute of Florida in St. Petersburg, FL. Dr. Arffa enjoys caring for patients with problems in the fields of otolaryngology. She is a specialty-trained sinus specialist capable of caring for patients with complicated sinus problems, such as allergic fungal sinusitis, sinus tumors, inverted papilloma, CSF leak and more. Dr. Arffa is also Inspire Sleep Apnea Treatment Certified, allowing her to implant the only FDA-approved obstructive sleep apnea treatment that works inside the body to address the root cause of sleep apnea. She is an avid traveler and frequently visits Asia, especially Japan. She also enjoys cooking, artwork and spending time with her family. Dr. Arffa has been recognized as a Top Doc 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025 by Austin Monthly Magazine. Winners are nominated by their peers as among the best in their region/nation in their medical specialty. Dr. Arffa is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Empyema, Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma, DFNB1, and Septoplasty. Dr. Arffa is board certified in Otolaryngology- American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Arffa is currently accepting new patients.
Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Round Rock 302 University
Dr. Jordan Pleitz is a board-certified physician, specializing in otolaryngology. His professional interests include hearing loss, tinnitus, imbalance, acute and chronic ear infections, nasal obstruction, snoring, chronic sinusitis, recurrent and chronic tonsillitis, sleep apnea and head and neck cancer. Dr. Pleitz is passionate about treating patients of all ages for a variety of ear, nose and throat conditions. He is a proud member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and the Texas Association of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery. Outside of work, Dr. Pleitz enjoys spending time with family, reading, running, skiing, watching movies and traveling. Dr. Pleitz is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Infant Hearing Loss, Familial Deafness, and Jones Syndrome. Dr. Pleitz is board certified in Otolaryngology- American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Pleitz is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Daniel J. Ratcliff
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Daniel J. Ratcliff?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Daniel J. Ratcliff by calling their office at 512-458-6391. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Daniel J. Ratcliff a top-rated expert for Tinnitus?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Daniel J. Ratcliff is classified as an Distinguished expert for Tinnitus, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Daniel J. Ratcliff specialize in?
While Dr. Daniel J. Ratcliff is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Tinnitus, Swimmer's Ear, and Jones Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Daniel J. Ratcliff accept my insurance?
Dr. Daniel J. Ratcliff accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 512-458-6391 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional VertigoDr. Ratcliff isDistinguished. Learn about Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.
- Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP)
- DFNB1Dr. Ratcliff isDistinguished. Learn about DFNB1.
- Hearing LossDr. Ratcliff isDistinguished. Learn about Hearing Loss.
- Infant Hearing LossDr. Ratcliff isDistinguished. Learn about Infant Hearing Loss.
- Jones SyndromeDr. Ratcliff isDistinguished. Learn about Jones Syndrome.
- Swimmer's EarDr. Ratcliff isDistinguished. Learn about Swimmer's Ear.
- TinnitusDr. Ratcliff isDistinguished. Learn about Tinnitus.
- Advanced
- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands
- EmpyemaDr. Ratcliff isAdvanced. Learn about Empyema.
- Enlarged AdenoidsDr. Ratcliff isAdvanced. Learn about Enlarged Adenoids.
- Meniere DiseaseDr. Ratcliff isAdvanced. Learn about Meniere Disease.
- Nasal PolypsDr. Ratcliff isAdvanced. Learn about Nasal Polyps.
- OtitisDr. Ratcliff isAdvanced. Learn about Otitis.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Ratcliff isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Renal OncocytomaDr. Ratcliff isAdvanced. Learn about Renal Oncocytoma.
- Ruptured EardrumDr. Ratcliff isAdvanced. Learn about Ruptured Eardrum.
- Salivary Duct StonesDr. Ratcliff isAdvanced. Learn about Salivary Duct Stones.
- Salivary Gland TumorsDr. Ratcliff isAdvanced. Learn about Salivary Gland Tumors.
- SialadenitisDr. Ratcliff isAdvanced. Learn about Sialadenitis.
- SinusitisDr. Ratcliff isAdvanced. Learn about Sinusitis.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Ratcliff isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- ThrushDr. Ratcliff isAdvanced. Learn about Thrush.
- VertigoDr. Ratcliff isAdvanced. Learn about Vertigo.
- Experienced
- Adenoid Cystic CarcinomaDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
- Allergic RhinitisDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Rhinitis.
- AnosmiaDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Anosmia.
- Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum DisorderDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- BoilsDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Boils.
- CarbuncleDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Carbuncle.
- CholesteatomaDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Cholesteatoma.
- Chronic CoughDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Cough.
- Deafness Hypogonadism SyndromeDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome.
- Dry MouthDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Dry Mouth.
- EthmoiditisDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Ethmoiditis.
- Facial ParalysisDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Facial Paralysis.
- Familial DeafnessDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Familial Deafness.
- Familial Isolated HyperparathyroidismDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism.
- FolliculitisDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Folliculitis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- HyperparathyroidismDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Hyperparathyroidism.
- Laryngeal Nerve DamageDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Laryngeal Nerve Damage.
- LaryngitisDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Laryngitis.
- Low Nasal BridgeDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Low Nasal Bridge.
- Nasal FlaringDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Nasal Flaring.
- Nasal Septal HematomaDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Nasal Septal Hematoma.
- Neonatal Severe HyperparathyroidismDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Neonatal Severe Hyperparathyroidism.
- Nonsyndromic Hearing LossDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss.
- Obstructive Sleep ApneaDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
- Osteitis FibrosaDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Osteitis Fibrosa.
- Parathyroid HyperplasiaDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Parathyroid Hyperplasia.
- PerichondritisDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Perichondritis.
- Recurrent Peripheral Facial PalsyDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Recurrent Peripheral Facial Palsy.
- StridorDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Stridor.
- Thyroid NoduleDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Nodule.
- Tongue CancerDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Tongue Cancer.
- Tongue TieDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Tongue Tie.
- TonsillitisDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Tonsillitis.
- TrachomaDr. Ratcliff isExperienced. Learn about Trachoma.

