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    Ashley Balaker, MD

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    After noticing some hearing loss over the past couple years I decided to go have my ears checked so I wouldn't eventually annoy people by holding an ear trumpet and saying "huh?" or "speak up, sonny!" all the time. Making the appointment was simple and doing the usual pile of paperwork for a first time patient was less annoyingly done online. An audiologist first tested my hearing, sending me into a soundproof booth and sticking earbuds into my ears. It wasn't as fun as getting a wet willie but really, what is? Between the testing and subsequent meeting with Dr. Balaker, who was informative and patiently answered my questions, my prognosis was delivered and options presented. I was very happy with my experience and had complete confidence in both Dr. Balaker and her staff.

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    well managed office - wait time reasonable, nice and competent doctor took care of my problem quickly and efficiently

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    All of the office staff and healthcare professionals at Shohet Ear Associates are kind and caring…read more I just had my surfer's ear surgery today with Dr. Zuniga. This was my 1st surgery ever along with being put under general anesthesia. Dr. Zuniga is absolutely amazing. He is very kind, approachable, transparent, and communicates clearly every step of the way. I immediately felt an overwhelming sense of peace, care, and calm with his presence for my procedure. He is everything and exactly what any patient would dream of in a medical professional. I am happily forever grateful for Dr. Zuniga.

    I want to express my deepest and most heartfelt gratitude to my doctor, Dr. Steven Zuniga, for his…read moreexceptional professionalism and his incredible care for his patients. My story began with discomfort and hearing loss in my right ear. At first, I went to a doctor who diagnosed me with a middle ear infection and prescribed antibiotics. However, the treatment brought no relief. My condition only worsened -- I continued to experience pressure, discharge, and pain. Later, it turned out that the diagnosis had been incorrect. The real cause was a fungal infection, and in such cases antibiotics not only fail to help, but can actually make the problem worse. Because of this mistake, the disease progressed: the fluid that had built up behind my eardrum eventually developed into a cholesteatoma -- a serious and dangerous condition that can destroy the ear's delicate bone structures and threaten one's health. Almost a month later, when the situation had already become very advanced, I finally came to see Dr. Zuniga. From that moment, everything changed: I met not only a brilliant surgeon, but also a remarkable human being. From the day of the correct diagnosis until the operation, there were many worries and difficult moments, but at every stage Dr. Zuniga showed incredible patience, compassion, and support. I always felt safe and knew I was in the very best hands. The surgery, which I underwent more than six months ago, was a success. Today, I feel wonderful. It was a truly complex procedure, but the result has been nothing short of a gift. Words cannot fully express the depth of my gratitude: it is relief, joy, and the overwhelming feeling of having been given back a full and normal life. In addition to his outstanding professional skills, Dr. Zuniga possesses rare human qualities -- kindness, attentiveness, and genuine care. People like him, who practice medicine at the highest level while also giving so much of their heart, are a true blessing. Meeting Dr. Zuniga has been one of the greatest blessings of my life. On behalf of my whole family, I want to say: we thank God for sending us such a doctor, and we will be forever grateful to Dr. Zuniga for everything he has done. May God bless him and all the physicians who serve their patients with the same devotion and love for their calling.

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    Had a septoplasty to improve breathing in 2017.. including turbinate reduction and nasal valve…read moreimplant. I continue to have breathing issues and my nose is deformed!!! I need a rhino to fix these issues caused by the implant. Of course insurance won't pay to fix it. I wonder if my nose was purposefully messed up to get me to come back to pay for a rhino down the line. I went back a few times after voicing my concerns, but I was told that "your nose is perfectly straight inside." It's actually not. The root of my problem was never fixed... I still have serious deviation issues in my nose among other problems that were never addressed properly. I also have a hump on one side of my nose from this nasal implant. Ughhh. So frustrating. Also, what they failed to inform me is, during a septoplasty, they remove the septum cartilage (not straightening it). And if you ever need a rhinoplasty, they use your septum cartilage to form your new nose. Well, since my septum has now been removed, they either have to harvest rib cartilage or use cadaver cartilage in a functional rhinoplasty to fix my current issues caused by this surgeon. I am so unsatisfied. Be warned.

    After a bad nose job 30 years ago, my nose ran constantly, all the time. How thrilled I am to have…read morebeen referred to Dr Furze. After always breathing out of my mouth, this is life changing! An hour visit and kleenex are now gone for good. I can breathe again! I never thought I would again and this wonderful doctor fixed it in 2 visits under an hour! Im so grateful! Thanks Dr Furze ( this is Bubonic by the way. I think this shows another name)

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    OCEANN is the crème de la crème of ENTs in OC. Their approach is more integrative - something of…read moreutmost importance to me. They are familiar with MARCONS and fungal issues, while most ENTs are not. John and Dr. Yu were wonderful and very thorough - I felt no pain at all during the scopes even though they don't use anesthetic (whereas I almost died when I did one at another clinic). They even have huge TV screens so you can see what's going on in your ears and throat in realtime lol. Nurses and staff are great, too! Another bonus is their on-site Xoran mini CT scan machine. I was able to get a CT of my sinuses right then and there, with reduced radiation exposure. They checked my ear pressure as well. Thanks!

    I'm so glad I decided to see an ENT for my ear issues. After my care physician had mentioned my…read moreclogged ears, I found OCEANN through my Memorial Care portal search, and I'm so happy I did. The office is conveniently located in Huntington Beach, with plenty of parking and easy access. The staff is friendly, and my ears were thoroughly cleaned using a special vacuum tool by PA John Vincent. My eardrum is finally visible again. I'm honestly amazed by how well I can hear now. It feels like I've been dealing with years of buildup. I'm glad I went to a specialist. Thank you, Oceann ENT!

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