Holiday House Prep for Allergy-Safe Gatherings
Holiday gatherings are in full swing! If you’re preparing to host a large party this year for New Year’s Eve, don’t neglect allergy precautions. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 20% of American adults have some type of allergy; chances are, someone on your guest list has an allergy…
Albany ENT and Allergy Recognized for Third Consecutive Year as One of the Best Places To Work in The Capital Region
Albany, NY – (December 11th, 2025) – Albany ENT and Allergy Services (AENT), the Capital Region’s preeminent independent private otolaryngology practice, is proud to announce that it has been recognized for the third year in a row as one of the Best Places to Work in the Capital Region by the Albany Business Review. This…
Dizziness vs. Vertigo
Feeling off-balance is a common reason for adults aged 65 and older to visit the doctor, as balance issues can be a major safety hazard. Dizziness and vertigo are often confused with each other, but they are not the same. It’s important to know the difference, because dizziness and vertigo can indicate different underlying issues….
Meet Dr. Mary Howk, Our New Audiologist
Mary Howk, Au.D., CCC-A, specializes in pediatrics and cochlear implants. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders from SUNY Plattsburgh and her Doctor of Audiology from the University at Buffalo. She holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence – Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
Protecting Your Hearing Aids During High Winds
If you’re a hearing aid user, you know that spending time outdoors in cold weather can be extra complicated if it’s windy. Protect your hearing aids and your hearing by following our tips below on using your hearing aids on windy days. Hazards of the Wind Windy days aren’t just complicated and annoying; they can…
Do Hearing Aids Make Me Tired?
Almost 30 million people in the United States could benefit from hearing aids, and if you’ve recently joined their ranks, congratulations! Your new hearing aids will require a bit of an adjustment period, and that can come with several temporary side effects. If you’re feeling tired at the end of the day, that is normal….
Meet Dr. Kathryn Loret, Our New Audiologist
Kathryn Loret, Au.D., CCC-A, is a licensed audiologist with specialized expertise in cochlear implants, vestibular assessments and hearing loss treatment. She earned her doctorate in audiology from Bloomsburg University and completed advanced clinical training at a neurotology practice in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dr. Loret also holds a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing…
Albany ENT & Allergy Services Launches FACE Saratoga—Aesthetics Center & Facial Plastic Surgery, Welcomes Dr. Hannah Morrin
Albany, NY – (September 8, 2025) – Albany ENT & Allergy Services (AENT), the Capital Region’s largest private otolaryngology practice, proudly announces the launch of its new division FACE Saratoga-Aesthetics Center & Facial Plastic Surgery led by Fellowship-trained Facial Plastic Surgeon, Hannah Morrin MD, FACS. Dr. Morrin will begin seeing patients in Face Saratoga’s Clifton…
Exploring the Connection Between Hearing Health and the Thyroid
The thyroid—a gland located in the neck—plays a central role in many of the body’s functions, affecting almost every organ system: cardiovascular, nervous, digestive and even reproductive. With its wide influence, it’s not surprising that a thyroid disorder could impact hearing, and there’s an increasing amount of research suggesting that it does. The Thyroid The…
What Is the Swollen Lump Behind My Ear?
If you’ve noticed a small lump behind your ear, about the shape and size of a bean and tender to the touch, that is a swollen lymph node. Lymph nodes are a critical part of your immune system. Usually, you cannot feel them with your fingers because they’re so small, but sometimes they swell, and…