Vocal Cords In Motion: More Accurate Diagnosis Of Voice Disorders Possible With Digital Videostroboscopy
CornerStone Ear, Nose & Throat recently became the only practice in Union County, and one of only two practices in Charlotte, to offer digital videostroboscopy. This diagnostic technique is available at the practice’s office at The Park in Monroe. Vocal cord vibrations are too fast to see with the naked eye. Videostroboscopy is a state-of-the-art technique that provides a magnified, slow motion view of the vocal cords in action. This makes it possible to detect subtle masses, scarring, and deficiencies in vibratory quality. Digital videostroboscopy…
Raising Voices: Helping Patients Recover From Voice Disorders
Each year millions of people are affected by voice disorders. For those who rely on their voice to make a living, such as teachers, doctors, actors, singers, and public speakers, problems like chronic hoarseness and vocal fatigue can be devastating. There are many causes of vocal disorders and the underlying etiology is often multifactorial. Vocal overuse, acid reflux, tobacco use, and chronic allergies are a few of the many potential causes of vocal dysfunction. In addition, any patient with persistent hoarseness should be evaluated to…
Patient Profile: Curing Chronic Hoarseness
Doris Godwin suffered from constant hoarseness for over five years. The 80-year-old had been evaluated and treated in the past for laryngopharyngeal reflux, with no improvement in her symptoms. “I thought it was a problem I would just have to live with,” said Doris, “Then a relative suggested CornerStone Ear, Nose & Throat.” Doris was evaluated using the Kay Pentax Rigid Videostroboscopy system. A submucosal cyst involving the medial surface of her right vocal cord was discovered. “The cyst was preventing complete closure of her…
Coblation Tonsillectomy: Solving Breathing And Swallowing Problems For Young Patients
When Jonah Breedan was two years old, his parents noticed that he started to breathe through his mouth.. He also began to lightly snore when sleeping, and woke up frequently during the night. His pediatrician monitored Jonah’s condition for three years until his tonsils and adenoids became visibly enlarged and started to actually interfere with Jonah’s eating and his breathing. At that point, he was referred to Daron Smith, M.D. at CornerStone Ear, Nose & Throat. “When I first met Jonah, his mother outlined the…
CornerStone Ear, Nose & Throat Earns Accreditation For CT Imaging From The ICACTL
CornerStone Ear, Nose & Throat has earned accreditation by the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Computed Tomography Laboratories (ICACTL), in the areas of Sinus and Temporal Bone, for its on-site Computed Tomography (CT) imaging services. The practice is the only lab in this region, and one of only eight labs in North Carolina, to receive this designation. “The addition of on-site CT imaging at our practice has made it much more convenient for patients who require diagnostic imaging,” said practice founder William McClelland, M.D.,…
Thanks For Your Help When I Needed It.
Back in December of 2008 you installed a trach in my neck while I was being treated for pneumonia in Presbyterian Matthews Hospital. I thought you would like to know I have had many other doctors comment at how well this was done, and how it has healed better than any they have ever seen before. Gary Streich Link to this post!
You Literally Saved My Life
I was a patient of Dr. McClelland from 2003 until 2006. He operated on my nasal polyps in May, 2003. He said my case was classic; the worst he had ever seen. After surgery, he treated me to keep the polyps form returning. He tried several things until settling down on the medication I still take today. I thank God for him (Jennifer too), for his care and compassion, and especially for the way he diligently followed up with varying treatments until finally releasing me…
My Results were Unbelievable
My name is Dennis Godwin. I was having trouble with constant hoarseness every day for over 5 years. I thought it was a problem that I would just have to learn to live with. Someone suggested that I see Dr. Lukacs with Cornerstone Ear, Nose & Throat. Although I was doubtful that he could help me, I was willing to give it a try. I went to Dr. Lukacs and he suggested surgery that he felt confident would be successful. I had the surgery and…
I Would Take My Own Child To Cornerstone
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Try Cornerstone; They have a Different Approach
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