Terence Zimmermann
Terence Zimmermann, M.D., M.P.H. joined the practice in July 2019. He completed his residency at the Mayo Clinic in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery. He attended medical school at University of Alabama. He holds a Master’s of Public Health degree in Health Policy and Management from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Arts degree from…
Daniel Rosner
Daniel Rosner, M.D. joined the practice in 1995 after completing his residency and medical school at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. He received his undergraduate degree at George Washington University in Washington, D.C. He grew up in Charleston and spends his free time there with his wife and son.
Pediatric Snoring
Snoring is a common problem that affects not only adults but children, as well. It is estimated that 10% of children snore regularly. For many, this isn’t an issue, but two to four percent of children have obstructive sleep apnea, a potentially dangerous condition that can lead to serious health problems down the road. What…
Pediatric Sinusitis
Children’s sinuses don’t fully develop until they are teenagers, making them more prone to sinus infections than adults. These may be difficult to diagnose since sinusitis symptoms are identical to those found in other conditions such as colds and allergies. Sinusitis Causes in Children Sinusitis occurs when the tissues lining the sinuses become swollen and…
Pediatric Ear Infection
What Causes Ear Infections? Ear infections occur when fluid fills the space between the eardrum and the inner ear. This happens when the Eustachian tube becomes blocked due to a virus or bacterium, which prevents mucus and pus from draining out of the middle ear. These fluids put pressure on the eardrum, causing pain and…
Pediatric Tonsil Infections
Tonsil infections are a common childhood disorder, bringing pain and discomfort to many children between the ages of five and 15. The result of inflamed tonsils, known as tonsillitis, is most often caused by a viral or bacterial infection. What Causes Pediatric Tonsillitis? The tonsils are a pair of oval-shaped tissues in the back of…
Pediatric Allergies
Allergy and sinus conditions are common in children, whose sinuses continue to develop well into the teen years. Allergy and sinus symptoms are similar, making a proper diagnosis a bit challenging. An ENT specialist can recommend diagnostic testing to help pinpoint the cause of what is ailing your child. Common Causes of Child Allergies When…
Pediatric Breathing Disorders
Children are susceptible to illness, and respiratory problems are quite common—especially in those exposed to germs (e.g., in a daycare setting). Most respiratory ailments are not severe, but approximately one-third result from breathing disorders that require special treatment. Upper & Lower Respiratory Infections Types of children’s respiratory infections include those affecting the upper respiratory system…
Newborn Hearing Screenings
Newborn hearing loss is tough to detect, which is why many cases go undiagnosed until the child reaches talking age. The only way to often identify and treat a hearing loss problem when it truly counts is to take your baby to an audiologist for an infant hearing screening. Why Is Early Detection So Important?…
Newborn Hearing Loss
Hearing loss is the most common congenital disability, with two to three out of 1,000 babies born with a hearing loss. It’s essential to catch this early, as hearing plays a crucial role in a child’s social and emotional development and is key to their speech and language skills. Diagnosing Hearing Loss in Newborns Most…