Overview
Dr. Jacob Minor is an otolaryngologist (an ear, nose and throat specialist) who enjoys caring for patients of all ages at the Baylor Scott & White Specialty Clinic - Killeen Hemingway in Killeen, Texas. A native Texan, Dr. Minor grew up in San Antonio before attending Texas A & M University where he majored in biochemistry and worked as a 911 dispatcher for the on-campus emergency medical service. He then studied at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, earning his MD as well as a certificate in international health. He then spent five years at the University of Colorado Denver where he trained in head and neck surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery. Since his university days, he has practiced in the Central Texas area focusing on general ENT issues like ear infections, nasal breathing difficulties, sinusitis, nasal and sinus surgery, allergy problems and pediatric ENT concerns. In his free time, Dr. Minor enjoys spending time with his family. His hobbies include gardening, reading and drawing.
Dr. Minor is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), DFNB1, and Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
2405 S Clear Creek Rd, Killeen, TX 76549
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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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 top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma, DFNB1, Infant Hearing Loss, and Septoplasty.
Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple
Dr. Raju is a board-certified Otolaryngologist who specializes in head and neck cancer and general ear, nose and throat disorders. He attended medical school at Texas Tech University Health Science Center in Lubbock. He then completed his residency and fellowship at University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in Oklahoma City. Dr. Raju is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jacob Minor
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jacob Minor?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jacob Minor by calling their office at 254-618-1888. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jacob Minor a top-rated expert for Infant Hearing Loss?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jacob Minor is classified as an Advanced expert for Infant Hearing Loss, 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. Jacob Minor specialize in?
While Dr. Jacob Minor is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Infant Hearing Loss, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), and DFNB1. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Jacob Minor participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jacob Minor has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Infant Hearing Loss. You can view a list of Dr. Jacob Minor's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jacob Minor accept my insurance?
Dr. Jacob Minor accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 254-618-1888 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP)
- DFNB1Dr. Minor isAdvanced. Learn about DFNB1.
- Infant Hearing LossDr. Minor isAdvanced. Learn about Infant Hearing Loss.
- Experienced
- Acquired TracheomalaciaDr. Minor isExperienced. Learn about Acquired Tracheomalacia.
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional VertigoDr. Minor isExperienced. Learn about Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.
- Deafness Hypogonadism SyndromeDr. Minor isExperienced. Learn about Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome.
- EmpyemaDr. Minor isExperienced. Learn about Empyema.
- Familial DeafnessDr. Minor isExperienced. Learn about Familial Deafness.