Leonard Rybak is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Rybak is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hearing Loss and Occupational Hearing Loss.

Mohammad Alsavaf is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Alsavaf is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Rathke Cleft Cyst, Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak, Craniopharyngioma, Endoscopy, and Laryngectomy.

Dana Crosby, MD, MPH, is the Department Chair and a Full Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery. She is a neurorhinologist and endoscopic skull base surgeon with advanced training in the endoscopic treatment of diseases of the sinuses and skull base. Diseases treated include: chronic infection and inflammation of the sinuses, nasal polyps, sinus cancers, CSF leaks, pituitary and other tumors of the skull base, as well as, endoscopic approaches to orbital issues including orbital decompression, dacryocystorhinostomy, and tumors of the orbital apex.Dr. Crosby attended college at Allegheny College in Pennsylvania. She received her medical degree at Drexel University College of Medicine. She completed her residency in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at Southern Illinois University. She then went on to complete a fellowship in Rhinology and Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. She also earned a Master's of Public Health from the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University.Dr. Crosby’s research is focused on identifying factors that impact treatment outcomes of chronic rhinosinusitis, sinonasal cancer, and skull base tumors. The goal is to identify methods that will ultimately improve patient outcomes. Dr. Crosby is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Sinusitis, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Nasal Polyps, Nasal Septal Hematoma, and Endoscopy.

Ohad Ronen is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Ronen is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Nodule, Tonsillitis, Bell's Palsy, Adenoidectomy, and Thyroidectomy.

Carol Bauer is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Bauer is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, and DFNB1.

Noor-e-seher Ali is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Illinois. Dr. Ali has been practicing medicine for over 10 years is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Retropharyngeal Abscess, Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Mastoidectomy, and Adenoidectomy.

Dr. Matthew Johnson is a board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon in the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at SIU Medicine. With more than a decade of experience at SIU, he specializes in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, with a strong clinical focus on pediatric cleft and craniofacial care.Dr. Johnson completed his internship and residency at the University of Wisconsin in Madison, followed by advanced fellowship training in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Craniomaxillofacial Surgery at Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY. His fellowship included extensive training in pediatric cleft lip and palate repair, speech surgery, facial bone grafting, mandibular and craniofacial distraction osteogenesis, cranial vault surgery (open, endoscopic, and distraction techniques), ear reconstruction including microtia repair, and nasal reconstruction.His practice encompasses both complex reconstructive and aesthetic procedures. His top areas of expertise are Nasal Septal Hematoma, Low Nasal Bridge, Perichondritis, and Micrognathia.

Dr. Stacie Gregory is a complex pediatric otolaryngology surgeon at SIU Medicine, providing comprehensive care for children with ear, nose and throat conditions. Dr. Gregory delivers collaborative, multidisciplinary care, partnering with speech therapists, audiologists, pulmonologists, gastroenterologists, endocrinologists and other specialists to ensure seamless, coordinated treatment for children with complex needs.Her expertise includes evaluating and treating congenital and pediatric head and neck masses such as branchial cleft anomalies, thyroglossal duct cysts and vascular and lymphatic malformations. She manages pediatric airway disorders including laryngomalacia, laryngeal papilloma and subglottic stenosis, with a focus on improving breathing, feeding and quality of life.Dr. Gregory also cares for children with hearing loss, offering expertise in cochlear implant candidacy and long-term management to support patients and families throughout their hearing journey.Additional areas of focus include pediatric feeding and swallowing disorders such as laryngeal cleft, sleep apnea and thyroid conditions including nodules and thyroid cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, and DFNB1.

Dr. Zaid Al-Zaghal is a fellowship-trained otologist, neurotologist and lateral skull base surgeon specializing in advanced ear and hearing care. He provides expert treatment for complex ear disorders, hearing loss, cochlear implants, vertigo and dizziness.His clinical focus includes:Cochlear implantation and implantable hearing devicesChronic ear disease and ear infectionsHearing loss evaluation and treatmentCholesteatomaAcoustic neuroma and lateral skull base tumorsVertigo and balance disordersRevision ear surgeryDr. Al-Zaghal believes every patient deserves both technical excellence and a trusted partner in their care. He takes time to listen, explain options clearly and guide patients through every step of treatment. His top areas of expertise are Infant Hearing Loss, Cholesteatoma, DFNB1, and Tinnitus.

Kody Bolk is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Illinois. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Nasal Polyps, Sinusitis, and Fungal Arthritis.

Dr. Harding is a fellowship-trained head and neck cancer surgeon who dedicates 100% of her practice to the treatment of head and neck cancers. She is committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care while guiding patients through complex diagnoses and treatment plans with clarity and support.Her expertise includes the surgical management of head and neck cancers, including cancers of the larynx, oral cavity, oropharynx, nasopharynx, paranasal sinuses, salivary glands, thyroid, and parathyroid. She also evaluates and treats neck masses and salivary gland conditions, both benign and malignant. Dr. Harding is skilled in advanced techniques such as transoral robotic surgery (TORS) and microvascular free flap reconstruction, allowing her to restore both form and function following cancer removal. Her top areas of expertise are Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Laryngeal Cancer, Throat Cancer, and Adenoidectomy.

Richard Bass is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Illinois. His top areas of expertise are Nonsyndromic Hearing Loss, Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome, Infant Hearing Loss, and Ruptured Eardrum.

Ryan Bowman is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Illinois. His top areas of expertise are Nephrectomy and Endoscopy.

Julliette Lucas is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Illinois. Her top area of expertise is Otitis.

Manasa Melachuri is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Illinois. Her top areas of expertise are Tonsillitis, Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (aHUS), Spinal Fusion, and Adenoidectomy.

Jeanne Trinithas is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Illinois. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP) and Nasal Polyps.

Dr. Lindsey Shehee is a native of South Carolina and attended the Medical University of South Carolina to receive her medical education. While in medical school, she was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha national medical honor society and went on to receive the Henry Tracy Ivy as the first honor graduate of her class. She stayed at MUSC for residency training where she developed a special interest in caring for patients with head and neck cancer. She then pursued additional training in head and neck surgical oncology and reconstruction at Cleveland Clinic. In fellowship, she received training in the management of patients with complex head and neck cancer including microvascular reconstructive techniques and transoral robotic surgery.Dr. Shehee takes great pride in providing compassionate, multidisciplinary, patient-centered care to her patients with head and neck cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Throat Cancer, Thyroid Cancer, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), and Tongue Cancer.

Dr. Mitchell Heuermann was born and raised in central Illinois. Dr. Heuermann grew up in Peoria and went to college at Monmouth College to study Biochemistry. Dr. Heuermann is a proud SIU alum, completing both medical school as well as his residency here at SIU. He went on to complete his fellowship training at the University of Missouri, learning advanced practices in Otology, Neurotology and Lateral Skull Base Surgery.Dr. Heuermann provides specialized care for ear, hearing and balance conditions in children and adults. He treats:Chronic ear infections and persistent ear drainageCholesteatoma and otosclerosisHearing loss, including cochlear and bone-anchored hearing implantsEardrum tears and middle ear bone problemsBalance disorders with advanced vestibular testingFacial nerve disordersComplex skull base conditionsHe also offers comprehensive hearing evaluations and personalized treatment plans using advanced surgical and diagnostic techniques.

Horst Konrad is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Illinois.

Rachel Karras is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Illinois.

Ari Stone is an Otolaryngologist and a Physiatrist in Springfield, Illinois.

Sophia Matos is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Illinois.

Matthew Kim is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Illinois.

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Matthew Mccracken is an Otolaryngologist in Springfield, Illinois.