Sarah E. Shefelbine, MD
My specialties:
- Ear, nose and throat (ENT, Otolaryngology)
Professional interests:
- Ear diseases
- Ear, nose and throat
- Sinusitis
- Pediatric ear, nose and throat
- Nasal and sinus disease
- Ear problems
I am a board-certified physician specializing in ear, nose and throat (ENT) and otolaryngology. I have professional interests in pediatric ENT, nasal and sinus disease, and ear problems.
I enjoy seeing and treating the broad spectrum of ENT issues. My particular interests are treating children and also patients with salivary gland tumors. I believe strongly in patient communication as the foundation of good care.
When not working, I enjoy spending time with my 2 young children.
Credentials
- MD
Board-certified specialties
- Ear, nose and throat (ENT, Otolaryngology)
Personal interests
- Cooking
- Running
Educational institutions
- University of Texas Medical School at Houston
- Stanford University
Memberships
- American Academy of Otolaryngology: Head and Neck Surgery
- American Medical Association
- Minnesota Academy of Otolaryngology
Current licenses and certifications
- Board-Certified, Otolaryngology, American Board of Otolaryngology
Internships
- University of Texas
Residencies
- University of Florida
Years of experience
- 17
Hospital affiliations
- Abbott Northwestern Hospital
- United Hospital
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