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Elizabeth J. Nerren, Au.D.
enerren@northeastatlantaent.com
Dr. Nerren obtained her Bachelor of Science of Education Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of Georgia, her Master of Education Degree in Audiology from the University of Georgia and her doctorate from the Arizona School of Health Sciences.
 Katie M. Saleeby, Au.D. ksaleeby@northeastatlantaent.com
Dr. Saleeby received her Bachelor of Science of Education degree in Communication Science and Disorders from the University of Georgia, her Master of Arts Degree in Audiology from the University of Pittsburgh and her doctorate from the Arizona School of Health Sciences.
Both audiologists at Northeast Atlanta Ear Nose & Throat, P.C. are licensed in the State of Georgia, hold their Certificates of Clinical Competence in Audiology from the American Speech language and Hearing Association, and are Fellow members of the American Academy of Audiology, as well as the Georgia Academy of Audiology. They are registered providers of the Sonus, Hear PO and Hear USA networks.
- Digital and Programmable Hearing Aids
- Pediatric and Adult Otolaryngology
- Cosmetic Facial Surgery
- Dizziness Evaluation & Treatment
- Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
- Facial Reconstructive Surgery
- Head and Neck Surgery
- Laser Surgery
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatment
- Sinus Disorders and Allergies
- Snoring Treatment
Northeast Atlanta Ear Nose & Throat, P.C. has a full-service audiology division that serves all ages, from pediatric to adult populations. Hearing healthcare services are provided on-site in Suwanee and Lawrenceville by fully-licensed and certified audiologists, trained to assess and treat hearing disorders. Our standard of care often allows patients to see the ear, nose and throat physicians and the audiologists on the same day, saving patients from making extra or unnecessary trips to the office. The physicians at Northeast Atlanta Ear Nose & Throat provide care for patients when medical intervention is necessary to treat hearing loss. If amplification is the best treatment, the audiologists are available for consultation and to dispense state-of-the-art hearing aids and/or assistive listening devices.
Our quality audiology services at Northeast Atlanta Ear, Nose, & Throat include:
- Comprehensive hearing evaluations for all ages.
- Impedance testing, including eustachian tube function and tympanometry.
- Electronystagmography (ENG) balance testing.
- Specialty diagnostic testing, including Auditory Brainstem Response testing (ABR), Otoacoustic Emissions Testing (OAE) and newborn hearing screenings.
- Hearing aid evaluations.
- Hearing aid fittings, specializing in digital technology.
- An eight-week trial period for all new hearing aid fittings.
- Hearing aid repairs, batteries and supplies.
- Industrial hearing screenings and testing.
- Hearing protection, both custom and pre-molded.
- Swimmer's earplugs, both custom and pre-molded.
- Custom musician's earplugs.
- Custom earpieces for cell phones and audio equipment.
Scott Karlin, M.D.
Julie L. Zweig, M.D.
Non-Surgical and Surgical Facial Rejuvenation Options:
- Botox Treatment
- Wrinkle Fillers including Collagen
- Eyelid Refinement
- Lop Ear Correction
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- Lip Enhancement
- Chemical Peels
- Nose Sculpting
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Cosmetic surgery is an excellent investment in an individual's well-being. Because of this, we believe financial considerations should not be an obstacle to obtaining this important service. Being sensitive to the fact that different people have different needs in fulfilling their financial obligations, we are providing the following payment options.
Northeast Atlanta Ear Nose & Throat, P.C. has a full-service allergy division that serves pediatric patients, aged 7 thru 18, and adult patients. Allergy testing and treatment services are provided on-site in Suwanee and Lawrenceville by fully-licensed and certified allergy nurses, trained to assess and treat allergy disorders. Our standard of care requires that the patient see the ear, nose and throat physician to discuss medical history and current medications prior to allergy testing or treatment.
Our quality allergy services at Northeast Atlanta Ear, Nose, & Throat include:
- Comprehensive initial medical evaluation
- Allergy skin testing
- A blood test to identify specific allergens
- Allergy shots
- Allergy sublingual drops—drops are placed under the tongue. These drops can be taken home and administered by the patient without the need for shots or frequent office visits.
Did you know?
60 Million people in the U.S. suffer from allergies.
That's enough people to classify allergy as an epidemic, but most of the people who have allergies are never actually diagnosed.
Allergy
What Causes Allergies?
Allergies happen when your body's immune system reacts to substances that wouldn't cause a reaction in most people. The immune system's function is to help your body fight intruders such as parasites, bacteria or viruses that might harm it. If you're allergic, your immune system reacts toward natural substances the same way it would react toward something harmful. Your immune system "misreads" something that is otherwise completely harmless. In general, there are four types of allergies: respiratory, skin-related, food, and insect.
Can Allergies develop into asthma?
Yes. Studies have shown that children who suffer from hay fever are more likely to develop asthma. Allergic rhinitis and asthma are part of the same condition that can co-exist in up to 80% of patients. This means that by treating the cause of your allergies, you may prevent the progression of allergies to asthma or reduce asthma attacks.
What are my treatment options?
There are a number of treatment options available that may offer some relief from allergy symptoms. These options include avoidance, prescription and over-the-counter medications, allergy immunotherapy (allergy shots), and allergy drops.
How do I know what's right?
The first step is to see one of our allergy specialists for proper diagnosis. The doctor will start by asking you questions about your symptoms, history of allergy, exposure, family history, and other related issues.
Allergic Symptoms
Symptoms, that many don't recognize as those attributed to allergies:
- Runny nose
- Headaches
- Difficulty concentrating
- Coughing
- Loss of taste or smell
- Sleep disturbances
Common Allergy Sources
The top 8 sources that cause allergic reactions are:
- Grasses
- Ragweed
- House dust mites
- Cat
- Dog
- Food
Allergy Drops: What is Sublingual Immunotherapy?
Sublingual immunotherapy, or SLIT, is a form of immunotherapy that involves putting drops of allergen extracts under the tongue. Many people refer to this process as “allergy drops,” and it is an alternative treatment for allergy shots. This form of immunotherapy is now more common in Europe than injections. In the United States, there has been an increased interest in allergy drops, because they save patient’s time and money, because a weekly appointment is no longer necessary.
Allergy drops entail placing drops of allergen extracts under than tongue and then swallowing the extract. The drops allow the body to eventually become tolerant of the allergen by absorbing the allergen through the stomach lining. One of the significant benefits of allergy drops is the convenience, because the patient takes the drops at home. Patients may know if they are getting benefits from the drops within three to six months. The drops are administered daily over a period of months to years.
Allergy drops have been proven to work for allergic rhinitis and allergic conjunctivitis (hayfever like symptoms) and to a lesser extent allergic asthma.
What is the Safety of Allergy Drops?
Our supplier, ALK-Abello, has extensive experience as a worldwide producer of both injectable and sublingual extracts. Over the past 10 years, the safety of SLIT has been well documented. Serious and fatal reactions to SLIT have not been reported to date. Mild side effects, such as an itchy mouth, occur in the majority of people, and moderate side effects have been documented (1 in about every 12,000 doses), including:
- lip, mouth and tongue irritation
- eye itching, redness and swelling
- nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramping, and diarrhea
- sneezing, nasal itching and congestion
- asthma symptoms
- hives or swelling
Because of the safety of SLIT, people generally treat themselves at home and make periodic visits to the clinic to monitor response to treatment.
Allergy Shots versus Allergy Drops?
Allergy shots have been around in the U.S. for many years and numerous studies have proven their benefit. Studies now are just starting on allergy drops in the U.S., and we await those results. Therefore, allergy drops have not yet received FDA approval. Still, it is the treatment of choice in Europe and is an excellent option for those who cannot be on allergy injections due to time constraints, needle phobia or medications that may prevent allergy shots.
Call our office today to discuss Allergy Testing and Treatment!
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