what is an inner ear specialist called

An inner ear specialist is called an otologist/neurotologist. Otologists/neurotologists are highly specialized ear, nose, and throat (ENT) doctors who complete an additional two years of training (known as a fellowship) to better treat ear disorders like cholesteatoma, superior canal dehiscence syndrome, and Meniere’s disease. Otologists specialize in diagnosing hard-to-treat or recurrent middle ear problems and performing complicated ear surgeries. Neurotologists focus on neurological-related and inner ear concerns, including skull base tumors, implantable hearing devices like cochlear implants and bone conduction hearing aids, and balance disorders.