
Overview
Dr. Purdy is board certified in otolaryngology and fellowship-trained in head and neck surgical oncology. His clinical interests include head and neck surgery, thyroid and parathyroid, microvascular reconstruction and transoral robotic surgery. Dr. Purdy earned his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency at St. Barnabas Medical Center, as well as a fellowship in head and neck surgery and microvascular reconstruction at the University of Miami Hospital. He is certified by the American Osteopathic Association in otolaryngology.|Dr. Purdy provides care to his own community, having earned his bachelor's degree at Bucknell University.
Dr. Purdy is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Thyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy.
Dr. Purdy is board certified in The American Osteopathic Association In Otolaryngology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 15 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Purdy is currently accepting new patients.
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100 North Academy Avenue, Danville, PA 17822
Clinical Research
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Geisinger Medical Center - ENT
Kenneth Altman, MD, PhD, is chair of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery for the Geisinger Neuroscience Institute and a professor at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.|Dr. Altman earned a doctorate in biomedical engineering and his medical degree from Duke University. He completed a residency in Otorhinolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania and a fellowship in Laryngology & Care of the Professional Voice at Vanderbilt University.|Dr. Altman is a board certified, nationally known authority on laryngology, care of the professional voice, cough and dysphagia. He has published articles and chapters in over 140 peer-reviewed journals and books, edited 2 books and delivered presentations at more than 260 conferences and courses. Dr. Altman is secretary/treasurer of the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery and past president of the American Laryngological Association (ALA). He is also a fellow of the ALA, the American Academy of Otolaryngology, the American College of Surgeons, the American Rhinologic Society and the Triological Society.|Dr. Altman’s research interests include pre-malignant vocal fold disease, chronic cough and dysphagia in the presence of neurodegenerative disease. Dr. Altman is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Perichondritis, Swallowing Difficulty, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Altman is currently accepting new patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nicholas C. Purdy
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nicholas C. Purdy?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nicholas C. Purdy by calling their office at 800-275-6401. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nicholas C. Purdy a top-rated expert for Laryngeal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nicholas C. Purdy is classified as an Distinguished expert for Laryngeal Cancer, 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. Nicholas C. Purdy specialize in?
While Dr. Nicholas C. Purdy is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, and Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Nicholas C. Purdy participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nicholas C. Purdy has published 15 articles and abstracts on conditions like Laryngeal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Nicholas C. Purdy's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nicholas C. Purdy accept my insurance?
Dr. Nicholas C. Purdy accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Capital Blue Cross. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-275-6401 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary GlandsDr. Purdy isDistinguished. Learn about Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands.
- Adenoid Cystic CarcinomaDr. Purdy isDistinguished. Learn about Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
- HyperparathyroidismDr. Purdy isDistinguished. Learn about Hyperparathyroidism.
- Laryngeal CancerDr. Purdy isDistinguished. Learn about Laryngeal Cancer.
- Mikulicz DiseaseDr. Purdy isDistinguished. Learn about Mikulicz Disease.
- Salivary Gland TumorsDr. Purdy isDistinguished. Learn about Salivary Gland Tumors.
- Throat CancerDr. Purdy isDistinguished. Learn about Throat Cancer.
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- Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism
- LaryngectomyDr. Purdy isAdvanced. Learn about Laryngectomy.
- Male Pattern BaldnessDr. Purdy isAdvanced. Learn about Male Pattern Baldness.
- Nasopharyngeal CarcinomaDr. Purdy isAdvanced. Learn about Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma.
- Neonatal Severe Hyperparathyroidism
- Oral Squamous Cell CarcinomaDr. Purdy isAdvanced. Learn about Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma.
- Osteitis FibrosaDr. Purdy isAdvanced. Learn about Osteitis Fibrosa.
- Parathyroid HyperplasiaDr. Purdy isAdvanced. Learn about Parathyroid Hyperplasia.
- Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma
- Renal OncocytomaDr. Purdy isAdvanced. Learn about Renal Oncocytoma.
- Thyroid NoduleDr. Purdy isAdvanced. Learn about Thyroid Nodule.
- ThyroidectomyDr. Purdy isAdvanced. Learn about Thyroidectomy.
- Tongue CancerDr. Purdy isAdvanced. Learn about Tongue Cancer.
- Experienced
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Angiosarcoma of the ScalpDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma of the Scalp.
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Epithelial-Myoepithelial CarcinomaDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Epithelial-Myoepithelial Carcinoma.
- Ewing SarcomaDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Ewing Sarcoma.
- Follicular Thyroid CancerDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Follicular Thyroid Cancer.
- GastrostomyDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC)
- Hereditary Hemorrhagic TelangiectasiaDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia.
- Laryngeal Nerve DamageDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Laryngeal Nerve Damage.
- LaryngitisDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Laryngitis.
- LeukoplakiaDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Leukoplakia.
- Ludwig AnginaDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Ludwig Angina.
- MediastinitisDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Mediastinitis.
- Medullary Thyroid CarcinomaDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma.
- Mouth SoresDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Mouth Sores.
- Mouth UlcersDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Mouth Ulcers.
- Olfactory NeuroblastomaDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Olfactory Neuroblastoma.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Palatopharyngeal IncompetenceDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Palatopharyngeal Incompetence.
- Papillary Thyroid CancerDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Papillary Thyroid Cancer.
- Parathyroid AdenomaDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Parathyroid Adenoma.
- Parathyroid CancerDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Parathyroid Cancer.
- PerichondritisDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Perichondritis.
- Retropharyngeal AbscessDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Retropharyngeal Abscess.
- Salivary Duct StonesDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Salivary Duct Stones.
- SialadenitisDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Sialadenitis.
- Sinus CancerDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Sinus Cancer.
- Spasmodic DysphoniaDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Spasmodic Dysphonia.
- Squamous Cell Skin CarcinomaDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- TeratocarcinosarcomaDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Teratocarcinosarcoma.
- Thyroid CancerDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Cancer.
- Tissue BiopsyDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Tissue Biopsy.
- UvulitisDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Uvulitis.
- Vocal Cord DysfunctionDr. Purdy isExperienced. Learn about Vocal Cord Dysfunction.

