Overview
Dr. Ron Karni earned his medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston. He completed his residency at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology, Dr. Karni’s clinical practice focuses on management of HPV-associated oropharynx (throat) cancer, thyroid and parathyroid disorders, diagnostic ultrasonography and fine-needle aspiration of head and neck masses, robotic surgery for throat cancer, larynx and oral cavity cancer, and salivary gland tumors. Dr. Karni serves as Division Chief of Head and Neck Surgical Oncology at the McGovern Medical School at UTHealth and is a regionally-recognized leader for transoral robotic minimally-invasive surgery, a treatment which decreases the side effects of treatment for HPV-associated throat cancer. Dr. Karni performs over one hundred thyroid and parathyroid surgical procedures each year and leads a multidisciplinary ultrasound-guided aspiration biopsy clinic for thyroid nodules. Dr. Karni has authored publications on robotic head and neck surgery, workup of the occult head and neck cancer, and integrating evidenced-based methods in otolaryngology. Special Interests Head and neck cancers Oropharyngeal cancer (throat cancer) Robotic-assisted surgery Transoral robotic assisted surgery with C02 laser (TORS-L).
Dr. Karni is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Salivary Gland Tumors, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Tongue Cancer, Parathyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 40 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Karni is currently accepting new patients.
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6400 Fannin St, Suite 1500, Houston, TX 77030
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Dr. Karni 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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UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
Mark Zafereo is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Zafereo is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Cancer, Papillary Thyroid Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Laryngectomy.
Baylor College Of Medicine - Otolaryngology
Dr. Erich M. Sturgis is a Professor of Head and Neck Surgery and Deputy Chair in the Bobby R. Alford Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery. His surgical practice is focused on thyroid cancer, sarcomas of the head and neck region, and melanoma/non-melanoma skin cancers. He has devoted much of his academic career to HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer and working to broadly disseminate the message of preventive HPV vaccination. Dr. Sturgis is highly rated in 24 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Cancer, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Human Papillomavirus Infection, Gastrostomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Sturgis is currently accepting new patients.
Baylor College Of Medicine - Otolaryngology
After completing residency training in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Dr. Ongkasuwan went on to complete fellowships in Pediatric Otolaryngology and Laryngology Care of the Professional Voice. She sees both adult and pediatric patients with voice, airway, and swallowing disorders. At the Baylor College of Medicine Institute for Voice and Swallowing and the Texas Children's Hospital Voice Clinic, Dr. Ongkasuwan combines state of the art imaging technology with a holistic multidisciplinary approach to laryngeal disorders. Dr. Ongkasuwan is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Laryngitis, Croup, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Endoscopy, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Ongkasuwan is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ron J. Karni
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ron J. Karni?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ron J. Karni by calling their office at 713-500-6200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ron J. Karni a top-rated expert for Salivary Gland Tumors?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ron J. Karni is classified as an Distinguished expert for Salivary Gland Tumors, 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. Ron J. Karni specialize in?
While Dr. Ron J. Karni is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Salivary Gland Tumors, Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, and Tongue Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Ron J. Karni participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ron J. Karni has published 40 articles and abstracts on conditions like Salivary Gland Tumors. You can view a list of Dr. Ron J. Karni's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ron J. Karni accept my insurance?
Dr. Ron J. Karni accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-500-6200 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. Karni isDistinguished. Learn about Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands.
- Salivary Gland TumorsDr. Karni isDistinguished. Learn about Salivary Gland Tumors.
- Tongue CancerDr. Karni isDistinguished. Learn about Tongue Cancer.
- Advanced
- Adenoid Cystic CarcinomaDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism
- Follicular Thyroid CancerDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Follicular Thyroid Cancer.
- GastrostomyDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- HyperparathyroidismDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Hyperparathyroidism.
- Laryngeal CancerDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Laryngeal Cancer.
- LaryngectomyDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Laryngectomy.
- Medullary Thyroid CarcinomaDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma.
- Mikulicz DiseaseDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Mikulicz Disease.
- Neonatal Severe Hyperparathyroidism
- Oral Squamous Cell CarcinomaDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma.
- Osteitis FibrosaDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Osteitis Fibrosa.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Papillary Thyroid CancerDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Papillary Thyroid Cancer.
- Parathyroid AdenomaDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Parathyroid Adenoma.
- Parathyroid CancerDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Parathyroid Cancer.
- Parathyroid HyperplasiaDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Parathyroid Hyperplasia.
- ParathyroidectomyDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Parathyroidectomy.
- Renal OncocytomaDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Renal Oncocytoma.
- Retropharyngeal AbscessDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Retropharyngeal Abscess.
- StridorDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Stridor.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Throat CancerDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Throat Cancer.
- Thyroid CancerDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Thyroid Cancer.
- Thyroid NoduleDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Thyroid Nodule.
- ThyroidectomyDr. Karni isAdvanced. Learn about Thyroidectomy.
- Experienced
- Angiosarcoma of the ScalpDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma of the Scalp.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Bone GraftDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Bone Graft.
- Branchial Cleft CystDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Branchial Cleft Cyst.
- Burning Mouth SyndromeDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Burning Mouth Syndrome.
- Ear CancerDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Ear Cancer.
- EndoscopyDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Epithelial-Myoepithelial CarcinomaDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Epithelial-Myoepithelial Carcinoma.
- Ewing SarcomaDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Ewing Sarcoma.
- Facial ParalysisDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Facial Paralysis.
- GlossectomyDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Glossectomy.
- GlossodyniaDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Glossodynia.
- Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC)
- Laryngeal Nerve DamageDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Laryngeal Nerve Damage.
- LaryngitisDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Laryngitis.
- Male Pattern BaldnessDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Male Pattern Baldness.
- Mouth SoresDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Mouth Sores.
- Mouth UlcersDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Mouth Ulcers.
- Nasopharyngeal CarcinomaDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma.
- Palatopharyngeal IncompetenceDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Palatopharyngeal Incompetence.
- PerichondritisDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Perichondritis.
- Polymorphous Low Grade AdenocarcinomaDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma.
- SialadenitisDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Sialadenitis.
- Sinus CancerDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Sinus Cancer.
- Spasmodic DysphoniaDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Spasmodic Dysphonia.
- Squamous Cell Skin CarcinomaDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma.
- Tissue BiopsyDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Tissue Biopsy.
- Tonsil StonesDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Tonsil Stones.
- Vocal Cord DysfunctionDr. Karni isExperienced. Learn about Vocal Cord Dysfunction.