Dr. Eric A. Gantwerker
Overview
Dr. Gantwerker sees all ranges of pediatric ENT conditions but has special interest in complex pediatric patients with aerodigestive/airway problems including stridor, laryngomalacia, subglottic stenosis, tracheomalacia, tracheo-esophageal fistulas, and laryngeal clefts. He performs a wide range of ENT surgeries including more complex airway surgeries including laryngotracheoplasty, supraglottoplasty, cricoid split, laryngeal cleft repairs, and others. He also has special interest in pediatric patients with persistent sleep apnea after adenotonsillectomy and perform complex sleep surgery including lingual tonsillectomy, tongue base reduction, epiglottopexy, and lateral expansion pharyngoplasty. Also see routine pediatric otolaryngology patients including otitis media, sleep apnea/sleep-disordered breathing, neck masses, dysphagia, neck infections, and others.He also has a special interest in education and holds a Master of Medical Science (MMSc) in Medical Education with a special focus on educational technology, educational research, and game-based learning from Harvard Medical School and a Master of Science in Physiology and Biophysics from Georgetown University. He has a special interest in faculty development and has been a speaker or faculty member at hundreds of local, national, and international courses and conferences.He is recognized as an expert on the implementation of educational technologies and gaming with a foundation in educational theory for health professions education. He was honored to be inducted as an Associate Member of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Academy of Master Surgeon Educators and as an Associate Fellow of the Association for Medical Education in Europe (AMEE).
Dr. Gantwerker is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Enlarged Adenoids, Familial Deafness, Laryngomalacia, Myringotomy, and Adenoidectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
430 Lakeville Road, 1st Floor, New Hyde Park, NY 11040
222 Middle Country Road, Suite 106, Smithtown, NY 11787
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Gantwerker has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
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Northwell Health Otolaryngology And Head And Neck Surgery
Dr. Lee P. Smith is the Chief of the Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology at the Steven and Alexandra Cohen Children s Medical Center of New York. Dr. Smith received his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed residency training at the University of Miami Jackson Memorial Hospital. He then completed a two year fellowship in Pediatric Otolaryngology at the Children s Hospital of Philadelphia with subspecialty training in advanced pediatric airway reconstruction. Dr. Smith s clinical interests include endoscopic and open pediatric airway surgery and surgical management of lesions of the head and neck. Dr. Smith s research interests have focused on operating room safety, specifically, the prevention of surgical fire. Dr. Smith has co-authored multiple peer-reviewed publications and has presented his work at numerous national meetings. Most importantly, Dr. Smith and the division of pediatric otolaryngology are focused on delivering the highest quality patient care in a family friendly environment. Dr. Smith is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Tracheobronchomalacia, Stridor, Laryngomalacia, Adenoidectomy, and Myringotomy.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Eric A. Gantwerker
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Eric A. Gantwerker?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Eric A. Gantwerker by calling their office at 718-470-7550. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Eric A. Gantwerker a top-rated expert for Enlarged Adenoids?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Eric A. Gantwerker is classified as an Advanced expert for Enlarged Adenoids, 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. Eric A. Gantwerker specialize in?
While Dr. Eric A. Gantwerker is a Pediatric Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Enlarged Adenoids, Familial Deafness, and Laryngomalacia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Eric A. Gantwerker participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Eric A. Gantwerker has published 14 articles and abstracts on conditions like Enlarged Adenoids. You can view a list of Dr. Eric A. Gantwerker's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Eric A. Gantwerker accept my insurance?
Dr. Eric A. Gantwerker accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 718-470-7550 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- AdenoidectomyDr. Gantwerker isAdvanced. Learn about Adenoidectomy.
- Enlarged AdenoidsDr. Gantwerker isAdvanced. Learn about Enlarged Adenoids.
- Familial DeafnessDr. Gantwerker isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Deafness.
- Hearing LossDr. Gantwerker isAdvanced. Learn about Hearing Loss.
- Infant Hearing LossDr. Gantwerker isAdvanced. Learn about Infant Hearing Loss.
- Laryngeal CleftDr. Gantwerker isAdvanced. Learn about Laryngeal Cleft.
- Experienced
- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Gantwerker isExperienced. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- Acquired TracheomalaciaDr. Gantwerker isExperienced. Learn about Acquired Tracheomalacia.
- Autosomal Cleft PalateDr. Gantwerker isExperienced. Learn about Autosomal Cleft Palate.
- Branchial Cleft CystDr. Gantwerker isExperienced. Learn about Branchial Cleft Cyst.
- Choanal AtresiaDr. Gantwerker isExperienced. Learn about Choanal Atresia.
- Cleft TongueDr. Gantwerker isExperienced. Learn about Cleft Tongue.