Dr Carsten Palme is an Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgeon with over 20 years of experience. Dr Palme has been trained in and utilises a variety of minimally invasive surgical techniques. These include transoral laser and robotic microsurgery for the management of both benign and malignant ( cancerous ) upper aerodigestive tract  ( Throat and Voice Box ) diseases. In addition he uses the latest technology including nerve monitoring in order to achieve the best outcome for his patients.

Head Neck Disease

A. Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery* including for;

• Goitre 
• Nodular Disease
• Cancer
• ​Calcium Problems ( Hyperparthyroidism )
  

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B. Salivary Gland Disease* including;

• Infection
• Stones
• Tumors including cancer

C. Neck Lumps

•  Branchial Cleft and Thyroglossal Duct Cysts
•  Rannula
•  Lymph Nodes

D. Head Neck Cancer **

•  Mouth ( lip, tongue, jaw )
•  Pharynx ( Tonsil )
•  Larynx ( Voice Box )
•  Sinonasal Tract including nasopharynx

E. Skin Cancer of the Head Neck

ENT Conditions in Adults and Children

A. Tonsil Disease including;

• Airway Obstruction
• Tumors

B. Sinonasal Disease including; 

• Nasal obstruction
• Tumors

C. Voice, Breathing and Swallowing Disorders **

• Airway Obstruction
• Voice Change
• Difficulty Swallowing
• Tumors

* Intraoperative nerve integrity monitoring is standard of care for all of Dr Palme's patients

** Dr Palme uses the latest in transoral laser and robotic techniques

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