Overview
John T. Parker, MD, is a board-certified otolaryngologist. For nearly 30 years he has practiced general otolaryngology offering his patients high-quality, patient-focused care, covering all aspects of otolaryngology. His areas of clinical focus include the treatment of nasal and sinus disease, diagnosis and treatment of head and neck masses, surgical treatment of snoring and obstructive sleep apnea, and treatment of ear disease and hearing loss.In 2017, Dr. Parker became the first physician in Washington State to offer Inspire treatment to patients who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea. The Inspire device is a fully implantable nerve stimulator which works to prevent airway obstruction during sleep. The device has proven to be a highly successful, well tolerated, elegant treatment for patients who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea. Dr. Parker is the most experienced Inspire surgeon in the Pacific Northwest.Dr. Parker practiced in Fort Collins, Colorado, before moving to Washington State. He volunteers with the Oregon and Western Washington Chapter of Healing the Children through mission trips to Guatemala, where he provides ear surgery and tonsillectomies to children in need.
Dr. Parker is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Infant Hearing Loss, DFNB1, and Jones Syndrome.
Dr. Parker is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology. He is actively involved in clinical research, participating in 1 clinical trial.
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Locations
21911 76th Ave W Ste 211, Edmonds, WA 98026
805 Madison St Ste 901, Seattle, WA 98104
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John Parker
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John Parker?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John Parker by calling their office at 425-775-6651. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John Parker a top-rated expert for Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John Parker is classified as an Distinguished expert for Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), 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. John Parker specialize in?
While Dr. John Parker is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Infant Hearing Loss, and DFNB1. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. John Parker accept my insurance?
Dr. John Parker accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly at 425-775-6651 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
- Distinguished
- Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP)
- Advanced
- DFNB1Dr. Parker isAdvanced. Learn about DFNB1.
- Infant Hearing LossDr. Parker isAdvanced. Learn about Infant Hearing Loss.
- Jones SyndromeDr. Parker isAdvanced. Learn about Jones Syndrome.
- Low Nasal BridgeDr. Parker isAdvanced. Learn about Low Nasal Bridge.
- MastoiditisDr. Parker isAdvanced. Learn about Mastoiditis.
- Nasal Septal HematomaDr. Parker isAdvanced. Learn about Nasal Septal Hematoma.
- Experienced
- Allergic RhinitisDr. Parker isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Rhinitis.
- AnosmiaDr. Parker isExperienced. Learn about Anosmia.
- Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum DisorderDr. Parker isExperienced. Learn about Auditory Neuropathy Spectrum Disorder.
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional VertigoDr. Parker isExperienced. Learn about Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.
- Branchial Cleft CystDr. Parker isExperienced. Learn about Branchial Cleft Cyst.
- Cheilitis GlandularisDr. Parker isExperienced. Learn about Cheilitis Glandularis.