Dr. Kristan Alfonso is a board-certified ent surgery specialist based in Houston, Texas, bringing 13 years of dedicated clinical experience to patient care. Dr. Alfonso has performed over 2,340 procedures and published 74 peer-reviewed research papers, reflecting a deep commitment to advancing medical knowledge in ent surgery.
With advanced training in otolaryngology, pediatric otolaryngology, Dr. Kristan Alfonso combines clinical expertise with the latest evidence-based practices to deliver personalized treatment plans. Dr. Kristan Alfonso holds 6 medical patents, demonstrating innovation in surgical techniques and medical devices.
Dr. Kristan Alfonso maintains an active role in the medical community through ongoing research, peer collaboration, and continuing medical education. This commitment to staying at the forefront of ent surgery ensures patients receive care informed by the latest advances in the field.
6 patents
Dr. Kristan Alfonso provides comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for the following conditions:
A deviated septum causing breathing difficulties can be corrected with septoplasty, a surgical procedure to straighten the nasal wall.
Learn more about Deviated Septum treatmentObstructive sleep apnea may be treated with CPAP, oral appliances, or surgical procedures to open the airway.
Learn more about Sleep Apnea treatmentHead and neck cancers are treated with surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, or immunotherapy based on tumor location and stage.
Learn more about Head & Neck Cancer treatmentRecurrent or chronic tonsillitis may require tonsillectomy, the surgical removal of the tonsils.
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