New procedure serves as easier way to treat ear infections in kids

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Monday, December 16, 2024 8:23PM
New procedure serves as easier way to treat ear infections in kids

A South Jersey mother says her one-year-old had six ear infections in one year.

When antibiotics weren't working, she learned her daughter needed to get tubes in her ears. A process that can seem daunting for both the parent and child.

However, a new anesthetic system for kids eliminated the toddler from having to get the procedure done at a hospital.

Reportedly only 300 ENT surgeons have been trained on the Tula procedure across the country.

Pediatric Otolaryngologist Dr. Ryan Walker is one of them.

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