Commentary: You Get Into This Business For The Ear And The Nose, But The Throat Grows On You

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Commentary: You Get Into This Business For The Ear And The Nose, But The Throat Grows On You

I’m often asked by acquaintances and patients about how I decided on my medical specialty, and, as much as I’m reluctant to admit it now with all the perspective I’ve gained after more than 20 years in the field, I can tell you that it certainly wasn’t because I loved every aspect of this line of work—not even close. As anyone in my profession will admit, you get into this business for two reasons and two reasons only: the ear and the nose.The throat? Well, that’s a different story altogether. But here’s the thing: Over time, bit by bit, the throat really grows on you.Back in med school, I couldn’t have been less interested in the throat—it just seemed like this big, boring tube. Let’s face it, after you get past the epiglottis and the tonsils, it’s ...

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