J Toney, MD is an ENT Specialist practicing at CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic in Tyler, TX. As a trusted local provider on kellysearch.com, he is dedicated to providing comprehensive ENT care, registered with The Texas Medical Board and practicing under the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Medical Practice Act). ENT specialists, also known as otolaryngologists, are medical doctors and surgeons who diagnose and treat a wide array of ear, nose, throat, head, and neck conditions, from common issues like sinus infections and hearing loss to complex cases such as head and neck cancers, often working in collaboration with your primary care physician. Dr. Toney, an ear, nose, and throat specialist at CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic in Tyler, TX, serves all ages and is currently welcoming new patients. He brings over 55 years of dedicated experience, a wealth of clinical knowledge and care to his patients, having earned his degree from University Of Texas Medical Branch in 1968. He is Board Certified in Otolaryngology by the American Board of Otolaryngology, and Board Certified in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery by the American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Toney is committed to collaborative, evidence-based medicine, creating a supportive environment where patients and their families feel heard and empowered in their healthcare decisions. He provides consultations primarily in English. Call (903) 606-5788 to schedule an appointment.
A strong patient-provider partnership is the foundation of effective healthcare. Dr. Toney is committed to being a partner in your health journey, focusing on practical strategies to protect your health and well-being.
Dr. Toney's approach to ENT care is deeply patient-centered, focusing on thorough examinations and clear explanations of diagnoses and treatment options. He prioritizes a collaborative relationship, ensuring patients understand their conditions and actively participate in their care plans. His comprehensive approach encompasses both the latest medical advancements and individualized strategies to address the specific needs of each patient, from routine check-ups to complex surgical interventions.
By working together, you and Dr. Toney can create a clear, actionable plan that respects your individual needs and healthcare goals.
Also Accepts These Carriers
- Aetna
- BestChoice PPO
- Blue Advantage HMO
- Blue Card PPO
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- Blue Essentials HMO
- Choice Care Network PPO
- Choice Care PPO
- Choice POS
- Choice Plus POS
- Choice Plus POS II
- Cigna
- Cigna PPO
- Curative
- Curative EPO
- Curative PPO
- Curative PPO Plus
- Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
- First Health
- First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- Humana
- Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
- Medica Choice
- National POS
- Navigate HMO
- Navigate POS
- Nexus Open Access
- Open Access Plus
- Open Choice PPO
- Options PPO
- Preferred PPO
- Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
- UnitedHealthCare
As your primary healthcare provider, Dr. Toney offers expert diagnosis and management for a wide range of common health conditions. Common areas of focus include:
- Chronic Rhinitis: If you have a persistently stuffy or runny nose, it might be chronic rhinitis; an ENT specialist can diagnose the cause and recommend treatments to improve your breathing.
- Allergic Rhinitis: Allergic rhinitis, or hay fever, is an allergic reaction causing stuffy or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy eyes, and an ENT doctor can help manage your symptoms with medication or allergy testing.
- Acute Tonsillitis: When your tonsils become severely infected, causing a painful throat and fever, that's acute tonsillitis. An ENT doctor can diagnose the infection and create a treatment plan, potentially involving antibiotics or surgery.
- Labyrinthitis: If you have inner ear inflammation called labyrinthitis, you may experience severe vertigo and an ENT specialist can provide appropriate treatment and management.
- Pharyngitis: If you're struggling with a sore throat (pharyngitis), an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) doctor can accurately diagnose the problem and provide effective treatment options.
- Nasal Polyp: Suffering from nasal congestion and reduced sense of smell? Nasal polyps, treated by an ENT doctor, might be the cause.
- Enlarged Turbinates: Swollen tissues within your nasal cavity, called enlarged turbinates, can cause nasal congestion. An ENT specialist can diagnose and recommend treatment options.
- Perforated Eardrum: An ENT specialist is the right doctor to see if you suspect you have a perforated eardrum, as they can provide expert diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of your condition.
- Cholesteatoma: An ENT doctor diagnoses and treats cholesteatomas, abnormal skin tissue growths in the middle ear, often requiring surgery to avoid hearing loss.
- Sudden Deafness and-or Hearing Loss: If you've suddenly lost some or all of your hearing, an ENT doctor can diagnose the problem which can range from infection to a more serious issue and offer treatment options like medication or surgery.
- Sudden Idiopathic Hearing Loss: A rapid and unexplained loss of hearing is known as sudden idiopathic hearing loss (SIHL), and an ENT doctor is the specialist to see for diagnosis and treatment.
- Facial Nerve Disorder: Facial nerve disorders disrupt the nerve controlling facial expressions, leading to drooping, weakness, or even paralysis; an ENT doctor can help determine the cause and provide treatment.
This list represents some of the common conditions treated. An accurate diagnosis and a personalized care plan can only be developed through a direct consultation with a qualified medical professional.
To provide comprehensive and patient-centered care, Dr. Toney offers a range of services designed to diagnose, manage, and treat various health concerns:
- Adenoidectomy: This procedure involves the surgical removal of the adenoids, small masses of tissue in the back of your throat, to improve breathing and reduce infections.
- Audiometry: This test helps your doctor pinpoint the type and degree of your hearing loss, guiding treatment decisions.
- Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy: To pinpoint the source of sinus pain, congestion, or other nasal issues, your doctor may use a tiny camera to view the inside of your nose and sinuses during a nasal and sinus endoscopy.
- Ear Tube Placement: Ear tube placement is a minor surgical procedure to insert small tubes into the eardrums, helping drain fluid and improve hearing in children with recurring ear infections.
- Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES): This painless test involves a camera on a flexible tube, inserted through your nose, to view your swallowing mechanism and identify potential issues like weakness or blockages.
- Hearing Screening: If you're experiencing hearing difficulties, a screening can determine the extent of the problem and guide further testing.
- Intranasal or Sinus Procedure: This in-office or surgical procedure uses small instruments inserted through the nose to diagnose and/or treat sinus or nasal conditions, potentially relieving congestion and improving breathing.
- Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy: Depending on the severity of the condition, these procedures might involve looking into your throat (laryngoscopy), making a small incision (laryngotomy), removing part or all of your larynx (laryngectomy), or removing parts of your throat (pharyngectomy or pharyngolaryngectomy).
- Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy: Laryngoscopy is a diagnostic procedure where a doctor uses a scope to visualize the larynx (voice box) to identify the source of voice problems, hoarseness, or breathing difficulties.
- Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation: Before getting a middle ear implant, this evaluation assesses your hearing and overall health to ensure it's safe and effective.
Service availability can change. To understand which services are appropriate for your specific health needs, please schedule a consultation to develop a personalized care plan.
All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for their professional license in Texas.
Dr. Toney is dedicated to partnering with patients to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how proactive care can make a tangible difference in a patient's life:
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and personalized treatment plan from an ENT specialist, a patient with chronic rhinitis experienced significant improvement in their breathing and overall quality of life. They were able to participate in daily activities without the constant discomfort of congestion.
- After receiving a clear diagnosis and personalized treatment plan from an ENT specialist, a patient experienced significant relief from their troublesome allergy symptoms, allowing them to enjoy daily activities without the constant discomfort of allergic rhinitis.
These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results vary and depend on many factors. He will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.
- Primary Location:
CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic
733 S Fleishel Ave, Tyler, TX, 75701
Phone: (903) 606-5788
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- University of Texas Medical Branch (Medical School) - 1968
- American Board of Otolaryngology (Otolaryngology)
- American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery)
Here are answers to some common questions about receiving ENT care with Dr. Toney:
- What kind of conditions does an ENT specialist treat?
- Dr. Toney, an otolaryngologist, is a medical doctor and surgeon who treats a wide range of conditions affecting the head and neck. He specializes in ear problems (infections, hearing loss, dizziness), nasal and sinus issues (allergies, sinusitis, breathing problems), and throat conditions (voice disorders, swallowing problems, tonsillitis). Dr. Toney also has expertise in thyroid surgery and head/neck tumors.
- Do I need a referral to see an ENT?
- Dr. Toney's office accepts many insurance plans. While some, like HMOs, require a referral from your primary care physician, others, like PPOs, do not. To ensure you're covered, please check with your insurance provider for their specific referral requirements before scheduling an appointment.
- I found a lump in my neck. What should I do?
- While many neck lumps are benign, like swollen lymph nodes from an infection, any persistent lump deserves evaluation. Dr. Toney is an expert in diagnosing head and neck masses and can perform a thorough examination, including a biopsy if needed, to determine the cause.
- Is it normal for my voice to be hoarse for a long time?
- Hoarseness from a cold or overuse should improve within a couple of weeks. If hoarseness persists longer than 2-3 weeks, it's important to see Dr. Toney. He can perform a laryngoscopy to identify the cause, which could include acid reflux, vocal cord nodules, or other issues.
- I have frequent sinus infections. When should I see an ENT instead of my primary care doctor?
- If your sinus infections are chronic (lasting more than 12 weeks), recurrent (happening 4 or more times a year), or not improving with your primary care doctor's treatment, you should consider seeing an ENT like Dr. Toney. He can perform a nasal endoscopy in the office to get a better look and determine the underlying cause.
- My child gets a lot of ear infections. Do they need ear tubes?
- Ear tubes, or tympanostomy tubes, are often recommended for children with recurrent ear infections or persistent fluid in the ear that affects hearing. These tiny tubes help ventilate the middle ear and prevent fluid buildup. Dr. Toney can evaluate your child to see if they are a good candidate for this common and safe procedure.
- What is the difference between dizziness and vertigo?
- Dizziness is a general feeling of lightheadedness or unsteadiness. Vertigo is a specific type of dizziness, often described as a spinning sensation. Dr. Toney can perform tests to determine the cause of vertigo, which frequently originates in the inner ear.
- What is sleep apnea and how can an ENT help?
- Sleep apnea is a condition where the airway repeatedly collapses during sleep, causing pauses in breathing. Dr. Toney, an ENT specialist, can examine the entire airway to identify specific blockages and offer treatments, including surgery, not available from other sleep specialists.
733 S Fleishel Ave
Tyler TX 75701
Phone: (903) 606-5788
J Toney, MD is regulated by the Texas Occupations Code, Title 3, Subtitle B (Medical Practice Act) in Texas and is licensed by The Texas Medical Board.
National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1336115104
Registration can typically be verified through The Texas Medical Board website or by direct inquiry.
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