Dr. Eric Gantwerker, MD

Dr. Eric Gantwerker, MD

Pediatric Otolaryngologist
222 Middle Country Road, Suite 106, Smithtown, NY
Dr. Gantwerker sees all ranges of pediatric ENT conditions but has special interest in complex pediatric patients with aerodigestive/airway problems including stridor, laryngomalacia, subglottic stenosis, tracheomalacia, tracheo-esophageal fistulas, and laryngeal clefts. He performs a wide range of ENT surgeries including more complex airway surgeries including laryngotracheoplasty, supraglottoplasty, cricoid split, laryngeal cleft repairs, and others. He also has special interest in pediatric patients with persistent sleep apnea after adenotonsillectomy and perform complex sleep surgery including lingual tonsillectomy, tongue base reduction, epiglottopexy, and lateral expansion pharyngoplasty. Also see routine pediatric otolaryngology patients including otitis media, sleep apnea/sleep-disordered breathing, neck masses, dysphagia, neck infections, and others. He also has a special interest in education and holds a Master of Medical Science (MMSc) in Medical Education with a special focus on educational technology, educational research, and game-based learning from Harvard Medical School and a Master of Science in Physiology and Biophysics from Georgetown University. He has a special interest in faculty development and has been a speaker or faculty member at hundreds of local, national, and international courses and conferences. He is recognized as an expert on the implementation of educational technologies and gaming with a foundation in educational theory for health professions education. He was honored to be inducted as an Associate Member of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Academy of Master Surgeon Educators and as an Associate Fellow of the Association for Medical Education in Europe (AMEE).

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About Dr. Eric Gantwerker

Dr. Gantwerker sees all ranges of pediatric ENT conditions but has special interest in complex pediatric patients with aerodigestive/airway problems including stridor, laryngomalacia, subglottic stenosis, tracheomalacia, tracheo-esophageal fistulas, and laryngeal clefts. He performs a wide range of ENT surgeries including more complex airway surgeries including laryngotracheoplasty, supraglottoplasty, cricoid split, laryngeal cleft repairs, and others. He also has special interest in pediatric patients with persistent sleep apnea after adenotonsillectomy and perform complex sleep surgery including lingual tonsillectomy, tongue base reduction, epiglottopexy, and lateral expansion pharyngoplasty. Also see routine pediatric otolaryngology patients including otitis media, sleep apnea/sleep-disordered breathing, neck masses, dysphagia, neck infections, and others. He also has a special interest in education and holds a Master of Medical Science (MMSc) in Medical Education with a special focus on educational technology, educational research, and game-based learning from Harvard Medical School and a Master of Science in Physiology and Biophysics from Georgetown University. He has a special interest in faculty development and has been a speaker or faculty member at hundreds of local, national, and international courses and conferences. He is recognized as an expert on the implementation of educational technologies and gaming with a foundation in educational theory for health professions education. He was honored to be inducted as an Associate Member of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Academy of Master Surgeon Educators and as an Associate Fellow of the Association for Medical Education in Europe (AMEE).

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Popular visit reasons

Ear Drainage / Discharge
Ear Fullness / Popping
Neck Lump(s)
Nose Bleed / Epistaxis
Pediatric Adenoidectomy Consultation
Pediatric General ENT Consultation
Pediatric Tonsillectomy Follow Up
Tonsillitis
Ear Drainage / Discharge
Ear Fullness / Popping
Neck Lump(s)
Nose Bleed / Epistaxis

Office location

Northwell Health ENT - Central
222 Middle Country Road, Suite 106, Smithtown, NY 11787

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
  • Pediatric Otolaryngology (American Board of Otolaryngology)

Education and training

  • Medical School - Georgetown University, Doctor of Medicine
  • Harvard Medical School (Bachelor's)
  • Rush Medical College at Rush University (Bachelor's)
  • University of Cincinnati Hospital (Residency)
  • Harvard Medical School Boston Childrens Hospital (Fellowship)
  • Harvard Medical School, Master's in Medical Sciences
  • Georgetown University, Master's in Physiology and Biophysics

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1144482662

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Dr. Eric Gantwerker's office is located at 222 Middle Country Road, Smithtown, NY 11787.

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Dr. Eric Gantwerker is certified by American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery and Pediatric Otolaryngology (American Board of Otolaryngology).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Eric Gantwerker?

Dr. Eric Gantwerker frequently sees patients for Ear Drainage / Discharge, Ear Fullness / Popping, Nose Bleed / Epistaxis, Pediatric General ENT Consultation, and Tonsillitis. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Eric Gantwerker on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Eric Gantwerker speak?

Dr. Eric Gantwerker speaks English.

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