Advanced Sinus & Nasal Airway Care for Complex and Revision Cases
Tertiary-level evaluation and treatment for chronic sinusitis, nasal polyps, persistent congestion, failed prior sinus surgery, and difficult-to-diagnose sinus conditions.
Board-Certified Otolaryngology | Fellowship-Trained Rhinology | Research-Driven Care | Columbus, Ohio
If you have persistent sinus symptoms despite medications, have had prior sinus surgery that did not resolve your symptoms, or have been told your CT scan is “normal” but you still feel miserable — you are not alone.
At the U.S. Institute for Advanced Sinus Care and Research, we specialize in complex sinus and nasal airway disorders that require advanced diagnostic evaluation and precision surgical technique.
Our focus is not routine sinus care.
Our focus is difficult cases.
Patients We Commonly Help
• Chronic sinusitis lasting more than 12 weeks
• Recurrent sinus infections requiring repeated antibiotics
• Nasal polyps or severe inflammation
• Loss of smell
• Persistent nasal congestion despite sprays and allergy therapy
• Facial pressure or headaches that may or may not be sinus-related
• Conflicting medical opinions
• Prior sinus surgery with continued symptoms
• Scar tissue or complex sinus anatomy
• “Normal CT” but ongoing symptoms
• Patients seeking a structured second opinion
• Sinus problems associated with connective tissue disorders
• Sinus problems associated with rheumatological/autoimmune disorders
• Sinus problems associated with immunity problems / immunodeficiencies
• Sinus problems associated with genetics / family history
What Makes Our Approach Different
Precision Diagnosis First
Every treatment plan begins with careful history, nasal endoscopy when appropriate, and detailed imaging review. We focus on getting the diagnosis right before recommending procedures.
Experience with Revision & Complex Cases
Revision sinus surgery and advanced inflammatory disease require meticulous technique and a long-term strategy — not just a one-time intervention.
Research-Driven Care
Our team has participated in NIH-funded sinus research and national innovation efforts aimed at improving diagnostics and reducing unnecessary antibiotic use.
Modern Surgical Philosophy
When surgery is appropriate, we use image-guided endoscopic techniques designed to preserve normal anatomy and minimize unnecessary trauma. For many patients, modern techniques allow us to reduce or avoid traditional nasal packing.
Conditions We Treat
Chronic Rhinosinusitis (CRS)
Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP)
Chronic Rhinosinusitis secondary to immundeficiencies or specific immune issues (Type 1, Type 2, Type 3 immune disorders)
Revision Sinus Surgery
Nasal Obstruction (Septum, Turbinates, Nasal Valve Collapse)
Smell and Taste Disorders
Persistent Facial Pressure and Sinus Headaches/Migraines
Mast Cell Activation Syndrome / Ehlers Danlos Syndrome related sinusitis
If you are searching for a sinus specialist in Columbus, Ohio for chronic sinusitis or revision sinus surgery, our practice is designed specifically for advanced sinus care.
Second Opinions for Complex Sinus Problems
If you are unsure whether you need sinus surgery — or have been told surgery is your only option — or had a complication from sinus/nasal surgery — we provide structured second opinions.
Please send us (if available):
• CT sinus report
• Prior operative notes
• Medication history
• Allergy or immunology evaluations
You will receive:
• A clear explanation of your imaging findings
• A prioritized treatment plan
• Transparent discussion of surgical and non-surgical options
We charge $150 for 20 minute generic phone consultations (non-personalized medical advice) to discuss our clinic services/advanced/novel therapies and generic medical descriptions about specific complex nasal/sinus problems. Please call (614) 867-3681 to schedule a phone consult.
We also are available on WWW.2ND.MD which provides access to leading medical specialists in the United States and we accept all major insurance plans including many Ohio Medicaid and Medicare plans. These require an in-person initial consultation in our office in Columbus Ohio. We charge $350 US Dollars for new patient inpatient consultations for international patients and patients not utilizing medical insurance for their visits. We provide legal expert witness testimony and independent medical examinations for medico-legal matters. Please call 614-867-3681 to schedule any of these types of consultations.
We perform computer guided, minimally invasive, functional endoscopic sinus surgery with no nasal packing for most of our cases.
Our team diligently attempts to find advanced therapies and cures. We bring advanced clinical trials to the Institute to benefit our patients.
We care for patients from all over the world and are devoted to providing exceptional service personalized to each of our patients.
EXCEPTIONAL PATIENT CARE
We have been recognized by Leading Physicians of The World and Marquis Who’s Who in America. Our care has been featured on the NBC Today Show and CNN HealthMinute. We are a member of www.2nd.md which provides access to the leading specialists in USA.
WORLD-CLASS RESEARCH
We has received competitive grants from the National Institutes of Health and received multiple top research awards including the Fowler Award (Top Basic Science Research Award by the Triological Society) and Time Magazine Top Health Care Innovations of 2019.
OUTSTANDING SERVICE
Our Institute is committed to empowering patients, respecting their diverse needs, and making healthcare decisions that are 100% in our patient's best interests. We have won numerous service awards including a Presidential Citation from the American Rhinologic Society.