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6002 Professional Parkway
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Douglasville, GA 30134

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Wellstar Ear, Nose and Throat is committed to Wellstar’s philosophy of providing world class healthcare. We have convenient office locations in Douglasville, Austell, and Smryna. Our physicians are board certified in otolaryngology head and neck surgery and diagnose and treat a variety of adult and pediatric head and neck disorders. Our physicians are board certified. Our physicians work together to offer some of the most innovative and technologically advanced treatments for ear, nose and throat problems. Wellstar Ear, Nose and Throat also has an excellent audiology department with audiologists that work closely with our physicians. Our audiologists are available in our locations of Douglasville, Austell, and Smryna. The audiologists perform hearing evaluations and dispense the latest digital hearing aids. We offer state of the art inner ear tests at our Austell location.
Office Location
6002 Professional Parkway
Suite 100
Douglasville, GA 30134

Contact

Phone (770) 949-4200

Fax (770) 949-5553


Hours
Monday: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Closed Opens 9:00 AM

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Meet our Team

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Barbara Vogelhuber, AuD

Audiologist 2013.

Specialties
Audiology
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A friendly image of Guerrein Thomas, AUD
Thomas Guerrein, AuD

Audiologist 2017.

Specialties
Audiology
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A friendly headshot of John Nino, MD
John Nino, MD

Otolaryngologist 2010.

Specialties
Otolaryngology
Learn More Book Appointment
A friendly headshot of Shalini Kansal, MD
Shalini Kansal, MD

Otolaryngologist 2010.

Specialties
Otolaryngology
Learn More Book Appointment
A friendly photo of Alexa D Murzyn
Alexa Todd, AuD

Audiologist 2018.

Specialties
Audiology
Learn More
A friendly image of Diane Kaplan, MD
Diane Kaplan, AuD

Audiologist 2011.

Specialties
Audiology
Learn More
Eric Berg, MD

Otolaryngologist 2022.

Specialties
Otolaryngology
Learn More
A friendly image of Erin Ware, MD
Erin Ware, AuD

Audiologist 2011.

Specialties
Audiology
Learn More
A friendly image of Sarah Baker, MD
Sarah Baker, AuD

Physician 2008.

Specialties
Audiology
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Vivek Gupta, MD

Otolaryngologist 2003.

Specialties
Otolaryngology
Learn More Book Appointment
A friendly headshot of Timothy Ryan, MD
Timothy Ryan, MD

Otolaryngologist 2016.

Specialties
Otolaryngology
Learn More Book Appointment
A friendly image of Emily Ellis, AuD
Emily Ellis, AuD

Audiologist 2021.

Specialties
Audiology
Learn More
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Meet our Team

A friendly photo of Barbara Vogelh, MD
Barbara Vogelhuber, AuD

Audiologist 2013.

Specialties
Audiology
Learn More
A friendly image of Guerrein Thomas, AUD
Thomas Guerrein, AuD

Audiologist 2017.

Specialties
Audiology
Learn More
A friendly headshot of John Nino, MD
John Nino, MD

Otolaryngologist 2010.

Specialties
Otolaryngology
Learn More Book Appointment
A friendly headshot of Shalini Kansal, MD
Shalini Kansal, MD

Otolaryngologist 2010.

Specialties
Otolaryngology
Learn More Book Appointment
A friendly photo of Alexa D Murzyn
Alexa Todd, AuD

Audiologist 2018.

Specialties
Audiology
Learn More
A friendly image of Diane Kaplan, MD
Diane Kaplan, AuD

Audiologist 2011.

Specialties
Audiology
Learn More
Eric Berg, MD

Otolaryngologist 2022.

Specialties
Otolaryngology
Learn More
A friendly image of Erin Ware, MD
Erin Ware, AuD

Audiologist 2011.

Specialties
Audiology
Learn More
A friendly image of Sarah Baker, MD
Sarah Baker, AuD

Physician 2008.

Specialties
Audiology
Learn More
A friendly headshot of Vivek Gupta, MD
Vivek Gupta, MD

Otolaryngologist 2003.

Specialties
Otolaryngology
Learn More Book Appointment
A friendly headshot of Timothy Ryan, MD
Timothy Ryan, MD

Otolaryngologist 2016.

Specialties
Otolaryngology
Learn More Book Appointment
A friendly image of Emily Ellis, AuD
Emily Ellis, AuD

Audiologist 2021.

Specialties
Audiology
Learn More
A friendly photo of Barbara Vogelh, MD

Barbara Vogelhuber, AuD

Audiologist 2013.

Specialties
Audiology
Education
Doctor of Audiology
Patient Rating
rating   4.6 out of 5 (48 ratings)

A friendly image of Guerrein Thomas, AUD

Thomas Guerrein, AuD

Audiologist 2017.

Specialties
Audiology
Education
Audiology
Patient Rating
rating   4.6 out of 5 (54 ratings)

A friendly headshot of John Nino, MD

John Nino, MD

Otolaryngologist 2010.

Specialties
Otolaryngology
Education
Doctor of Medicine
Patient Rating
rating   4.7 out of 5 (313 ratings)

Dr. Nino received his Doctorate of Medicine from the National University of Athens in Athens, Greece. He completed his residency in Otolaryngology at the University of Tennessee in Memphis. Dr. Nino completed his internship in General Surgery at the University of Nevada School of Medicine. Dr. Nino also conducted research at the University of Nevada and Stanford University and co-authored two articles that are published in the annals of the Journal of Surgery.

Prior to joining Wellstar Medical Group, Dr. Nino assisted in establishing a successful, hospital-sponsored ear, nose, and throat (ENT) practice in Hawkinsville, GA. While in Hawkinsville, Dr. Nino was Chairman of Safety for one year and Chairman of the Surgical Committee for five years. He is a four-time recipient of the America’s Top Physicians Award.

Dr. Nino is board certified in otolaryngology. He performs the full scope of general ENT procedures. His professional interests are in endoscopic sinus surgery and sleep apnea. He sees pediatric and adult patients. Dr. Nino is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Nino is also a member of the Georgia Society of ENT.

 

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Shalini Kansal, MD

Otolaryngologist 2010.

Specialties
Otolaryngology
Education
Doctor of Medicine
Patient Rating
rating   4.5 out of 5 (548 ratings)

Dr. Kansal received her undergraduate in English/pre-medicine at Union College in Schenectady, N.Y. and her Doctorate of Medicine at Albany Medical College in Albany, N.Y.  Prior to joining Wellstar Medical Group, she practiced general otolaryngology and head and neck surgery at the Buffalo Otolaryngology Group.

Dr. Kansal is board certified in otolaryngology. Her focus is on minimal-access endocrine surgery and endoscopic sinus surgery. 

 
 

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Alexa Todd, AuD

Audiologist 2018.

Specialties
Audiology
Education
Doctor of Audiology
Patient Rating
rating   4.7 out of 5 (40 ratings)

A friendly image of Diane Kaplan, MD

Diane Kaplan, AuD

Audiologist 2011.

Specialties
Audiology
Education
Doctor of Audiology
Patient Rating
rating   4.6 out of 5 (39 ratings)

Eric Berg, MD

Otolaryngologist 2022.

Specialties
Otolaryngology
Education
Doctor of Medicine
A friendly image of Erin Ware, MD

Erin Ware, AuD

Audiologist 2011.

Specialties
Audiology
Education
Doctor of Audiology
Patient Rating
rating   4.8 out of 5 (70 ratings)

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Sarah Baker, AuD

Physician 2008.

Specialties
Audiology
Education
Master of Science
Patient Rating
rating   4.8 out of 5 (57 ratings)

A friendly headshot of Vivek Gupta, MD

Vivek Gupta, MD

Otolaryngologist 2003.

Specialties
Otolaryngology
Education
Doctor of Medicine
Patient Rating
rating   4.7 out of 5 (546 ratings)

Dr. Gupta completed his undergraduate degree in biology at Washington University in St. Louis. He obtained his medical degree at Washington University School of Medicine, one of the top five medical schools in the country. While in medical school, Dr. Gupta also obtained a master's degree in molecular biology doing cutting-edge research on head and neck cancer. He completed his general surgery internship and residency in otolaryngology head and neck surgery at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Va. Since finishing his residency in 2003, Dr. Gupta has been in practice in Austell and Douglasville.

As a board-certified otolaryngologist, Dr. Gupta treats both adult and pediatric patients. He has a special interest in sinus surgery and utilizes the latest technologies, including computer-guided sinus surgery and minimally invasive balloon sinus surgery. Dr. Gupta also has an interest in office treatment of inner ear disorders. Dr. Gupta is an active member of the medical staff and has served on multiple committees at Wellstar Cobb and Douglas hospitals. He is married with three children.

 

 

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Timothy Ryan, MD

Otolaryngologist 2016.

Specialties
Otolaryngology
Education
Doctor of Medicine
Patient Rating
rating   4.8 out of 5 (424 ratings)

Wellstar Medical Group Specialty Lead Physician: Ear, Nose, & Throat
Wellstar Douglas Medical Center: Vice Chair, Department of Surgery  
Wellstar Health System Quality Review Committee: Surgeon Lead  

Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
Gold Humanism in Medicine Honor Society  

Dr. Timothy Ryan is a board-certified otolaryngologist serving the Wellstar community since 2016. Providing general ear, nose, and throat care to both the pediatric and adult population. He delivers a focus in high quality and patient centered care, while employing a shared decision-making model.  

Dr. Ryan holds several leadership positions within Wellstar Health System. Most notably, as the Wellstar Medical Group Specialty Lead Physician for Ear, Nose, & Throat across the entire healthcare system. He is the Wellstar Douglas Medical Center Vice Chair for the Department of Surgery and the Chair Elect for 2024. In addition, he is actively involved in several system governing committees. Including the Surgeon Lead for the Wellstar Health System Quality Review Committee, Pediatric Medical Group Cabinet Committee, and the Wellstar Cancer Network Committee.   
 
In addition to his active roles at Wellstar. He has held several community positions and is involved in several professional societies. Including, a past president of the Metro Atlanta Educational Society for Otolaryngology. He is regularly recognized by his community peers as a ‘Top Doctor’ appearing in Atlanta Magazine, Georgia Trend Magazine, and The Waiting Room Magazine.    

Dr. Ryan is married with two children. He enjoys spending quality time with his family and friends. Participating in outdoor athletics and coaching soccer. As an avid Atlanta United fan, you can catch him at Mercedes Benz Stadium. You can often hear him say that being kind and working hard are the key ingredients to personal success.    

Areas of Focus

  • Pediatric Ear Nose and Throat
  • Nasal and Sinus Surgery
  • Chronic Rhinitis (Runny Nose)
  • Head Neck and Throat Cancers
  • Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery
  • Neck Masses
  • Salivary Gland Surgery
  • Ear and Hearing Disorders
  • Sleep and Snoring Disorders
  • Voice and Swallowing Disorders

A friendly image of Emily Ellis, AuD

Emily Ellis, AuD

Audiologist 2021.

Specialties
Audiology
Education
Doctor of Audiology
Patient Rating
rating   4.8 out of 5 (79 ratings)

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Appointments and Cancellations
To schedule an appointment, please call our appointment line at (770) 949-4200.
 
Our phones are open between the hours of 9:00AM and 5:00PM. During the hours of 5:00PM to 9:00AM our phones are on answering service for emergency situations.
 
If you would like to request a reschedule or cancellation of appointment we ask that you contact us 2 business days in advance.
 
Directions
From I-20 West: Take the Chapel Hill/Campbellton Street exit (#36). Turn north on Campbellton Street toward Douglasville. At the first light, veer right on Hospital Drive. Go to the second light and turn right on Professional Parkway.
 
Hospitalization
Our providers have privileges at Wellstar Douglas Hospital and Wellstar Cobb Hospital. If you are admitted as an in-patient at Douglas or Cobb hospitals, you may also be seen by a Hospitalist physician who will coordinate your medical care. A Hospitalist is an Internal Medicine physician who specializes in caring for patients in the hospital 24 hours a day.
Insurance and Payments
Contact this location for more information.
Practice News
We are excited to announce that we now have two additional physicians who have joined our practice: John G. Nino, M.D. and Shalini Kansal, M.D. Dr. Nino focuses on general adult and pediatric ear, nose, and throat disorders including performing sinus surgery and sleep apnea treatment. Dr. Kansal is especially interested in the surgical treatment of thyroid and parathyroid diseases. We look forward to growing our practice and being able to further meet our patient needs.
Prescription Refills
For existing patients ONLY! If you would like to request a prescription refill please call our main number and follow the prompts (Douglasville – 770-949-4200; Cobb – 770-819-1435.)
 
 
Prescriptions will be filled within 24-48 hours; depending on the time of the original request.
 
Printable Office Forms

Authorization for Release of PHI
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Adult Pediatric Intake Form
Pediatric Newborn Case History
Review of Systems
Surgical History
MyChart Adult Proxy
MyChart Child Proxy
MyChart Teen Proxy
Notice of Privacy Practices Acknowledgement
Notice of Privacy Practices Acknowledgement Spanish
Patient Communication Designation
Patient Communication Designation Spanish
Patient Registration
Patient Registration Spanish
Referrals
We ask that you contact your primary care physician to verify your referral has been completed and confirm that it has been received by our facility 24 hours prior to your scheduled visit with us.
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