Dr. Erich Mertensmeyer, DO, Overland Park, KS

About Dr. Erich Mertensmeyer

With over 20 years in ear, nose, and throat care, Dr. Erich Mertensmeyer, D.O., offers patients a depth of experience built over a full career in otolaryngology, with particular expertise in chronic sinus disease and allergy. He is board-certified in both otolaryngology–facial plastic surgery and otolaryngic allergy, and welcomes patients of every age, from young children to adults. Dr. Mertensmeyer's practice covers the full range of ENT concerns — chronic sinusitis, nasal obstruction, hearing and ear issues, and voice or throat conditions — along with a strong focus on environmental and seasonal allergies. Early in his career, he worked as a high-volume ENT and facial plastic surgeon, later developing one of southwest Missouri's largest allergy practices, experience he now draws on for patients in the Kansas City area. Referring physicians know him for his work with complex allergy cases and difficult chronic sinus disease. He holds a B.A. in Biology from the University of Missouri-Columbia and earned his D.O. from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine. His training includes an internship at Capital Region Medical Center in Jefferson City, Missouri; a residency in otolaryngology and facial plastic surgery at Northeast Regional Medical Center and Freeman Health System; and a fellowship in otolaryngic allergy at Oklahoma State University in Tulsa. Board certifications come from the American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (AOBOO-HNS), covering both otolaryngology/facial plastic surgery and otolaryngic allergy. Dr. Mertensmeyer is a Fellow of the American Osteopathic College of Otolaryngology and the American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy. He is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, American Osteopathic Association, American Osteopathic Colleges of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, and the American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy.

Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Acute sinusitis

Chronic nose and throat inflammation due to allergies

Endoscopic sinus surgery

Acute sinusitis

Chronic nose and throat inflammation due to allergies

Endoscopic sinus surgery

Office location

Central Texas Sinus & Allergy

5370 Col Blvd, Ste 100, Overland Park, KS 66211

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Education and background

Practice names

Central Texas Sinus & Allergy

Board certifications

American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology
American Osteopathic Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

Education and training

Medical School - Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
Northeast Regional Medical Center, Residency in Otolaryngology and Facial Plastic Surgery
Oklahoma State University, Fellowship in Otolaryngic Allergy
Capital Region Medical Center, Internship
University of Missouri, Bachelor's

Professional memberships

American Osteopathic Association
American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
American Osteopathic Colleges of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy

Awards and publications

Otolaryngology/Facial Plastic Surgery (The American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (AOBOO-HNS)
Otolaryngic Allergy (The American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology and Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (AOBOO-HNS)

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1396861498

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Dr. Erich Mertensmeyer works with Central Texas Sinus & Allergy.

Where is Dr. Erich Mertensmeyer's office located?

Dr. Erich Mertensmeyer's office is located at 5370 Col Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66211.

Which board certifications does Dr. Erich Mertensmeyer have?

Dr. Erich Mertensmeyer is certified by American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology and American Osteopathic Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Erich Mertensmeyer?

Dr. Erich Mertensmeyer frequently sees patients for Allergy Consultation, Allergy Testing, ENT Consultation, Infection Consultation, and Plastic Surgery Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Erich Mertensmeyer on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Erich Mertensmeyer speak?

Dr. Erich Mertensmeyer speaks English.

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