Ear Nose & Throat (Otolaryngology)

Seeing an Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Specialist (Otolaryngologist)

Dr. Mark Cardamone-Rayner,  M.D., FACS


What is an ENT Specialist?

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An ENT specialist is also known as an ear, nose, and throat doctor or an otolaryngologist. They have special expertise in the conditions and disorders of the ear, nose, and throat (ENT) region, as well as the structures and related areas of the head, neck, and face. If you are suffering from a problem related to your ear, nose, or throat, you may need to see an ENT specialist.


What Does an ENT Specialist Do?

Dr. Cardamone-Rayner has joined Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital as an Otolaryngologist after graduating from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, completing his residency at the University of Minnesota, and obtaining his board certification by the American Board of Otolaryngology. He is an expert in both the surgical and medical management of conditions that affect the ear, nose, and throat, and has special interest in the following topics:

  • Head and neck surgery
  • Parathyroid conditions
  • Plastics
  • Rhinology
  • Sinus disease
  • Skin cancer management of the neck and head

Who Needs an ENT Specialist?

Common conditions that can be treated by an ear, nose, and throat specialist include:

Head and Neck

  • Chronic or recurrent acute tonsillitis
  • Neck masses
  • Recurrent sialoadenitis
  • Eyelid Blepharoplasty
  • Salivary gland masses
  • Thyroid masses
  • Tonsil/adenoid hypertrophy
  • Upper aerodigestive neoplasms
  • Neck masses
  • Snoring or apnea
  • Stridor or airway concerns

Laryngology

  • Globus
  • Strider
  • Vocal cord masses
  • Voice disorders, such as hoarseness, dysphonia, etc

Otology

  • Chronic ear disease
  • Hearing loss: gradual, sudden
  • Otorrhea
  • Recurrent acute ear disease
  • Tinnitus
  • Vertigo

Plastic and Reconstructive

  • Congenital malformations
  • Facial skin lesions and cancers
  • Scar revisions

Pediatric

  • Chronic Adenotonsillitis
  • Chronic otitis media
  • Congenital malformations
  • Dysphagia
  • Hearing loss

Rhinology

  • Epistaxis
  • Nasal masses or foreign bodies
  • Nasal obstruction Sinus disease

If you are dealing with any of these conditions, patients can begin requesting appointments by calling the Rural Health Clinic at 906-341-2153.


What procedures are offered at Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital?

ENT SPECIALIST Manistique

We offer a wide range of procedures to address conditions affecting your ears, nose, throat, or related area, including:

  • Adenoidectomy
  • Aerodigestive tract cancers
  • Closed reduction of nasal fracture
  • Deep cervical neck masses
  • Excision of lesions with local flap reconstruction
  • Excision of neck masses
  • Fine needle aspiration
  • Functional endoscopic sinus surgery
  • I & D head & neck abscesses
  • Inferior turbinate reduction
  • Laceration repair
  • Open septorhinoplasty
  • Pressure equalization tubes
  • Removal of PET with gel film myringoplasty
  • Septoplasty
  • Submandibular gland excision
  • Tonsillectomy
  • Thyroidectomy
  • Tonsillectomy
  • Ultrasound guided biopsies of thyroid and neck masses

 

Mark Cardamone-Rayner,  M.D., FACS joins SMH as an Otolaryngologist (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist.  He attended medical school at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Minnesota.  He is Board Certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

Special Interests

*Pediatric through Geriatric Care

  • Head and neck surgery
  • Thyroid conditions
  • Plastics
  • Rhinology
  • Sinus disease
  • Skin cancer management of the neck and head
  • Ear Infections
  • Chronic Ear Problems
  • Voice & Swallowing Disorders

In his spare time Dr. Cardamone-Rayner loves to tour on his Harley Davidson with his wife Amy.  He has recently learned to fly and now has his private pilot license. He enjoys upland bird hunting and recreational shooting.  Prior to medical school, he was a certified executive chef and restaurant owner. He loves to spend his free time in the outdoors, gardening, camping, canoeing and exploring new areas.  To top it off, he plays piano on a daily basis. Dr. Cardamone-Rayner chose Schoolcraft Memorial Hospital in search of a more intimate medical experience with a small community where he could establish relationships and contribute to the growth of a medical practice.

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Everyone in the ambulatory care/outpatient surgery were great!! They all made me feel very comfortable and did a great job!!! thank you to the whole outpatient staff and Doctor Rayner..I would recommend Schoolcraft or patient to anyone in need of surgery

Reviewer: Jeremy Sitkoski

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5 out of 5 stars

The care that was provided by The nurses (Cindy, Felicia Ruth) and staff was exceptional. The entire staff was very friendly and made you feel welcome. We received a call from Felicia the next day to check on my husband to check his pain level and do a follow up. The surgery area from check in to check out was well organized, clean, and up to date. Thank you to all of you for what you do so well and everything beyond your normal duties.

Reviewer: Maureen DesChamps

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5 out of 5 stars

Dr Rayner is very good!
Dr Vix was great!! Personable & efficient!!
I give him a 5 out of 5! I'm not a Doctor type of person, but he made me feel comfortable right out the gate. Very friendly and professional! Got right to the point and really helped me figure out what was causing my pain! Excellent visit and Doctor!!
Very pleasant personality very informative!
DOCTOR Rayner Absolutely 💯 Great... Bedside manner fantastic.... Made a nervous Grandma at peace... Amazing outcome... Job well done. I recommend highly... Thank you...
Dr. Niemela diagnosed and did surgery on a tendon tear and bone spur on my foot. There had been pain for over a year with each step, and it was more severe as time went on, and even waking me throughout the night. The successful surgery eliminated the pain immediately! No pain to speak of, and the follow-up care was top notch. Thank you Dr. Niemela and staff! Photo one week after surgery.
Dr Stephen clear and chearful in his diagnoses, treatment and directions to the patient.
Very thorough & explains everything he’s doing. Chloe is very friendly checking up on me.
It's always a pleasant visit when see I Dr. Hoevee and this was no exception. And shout out to Clio who is also great!
Very thorough in explaining and seemed like he generally cared
Knowledgeable, Quick & Personable
Dr. Vix and Dr. Foltz are proactive and reactive. They jump into action and get you the care you need right away. There is no waiting periods regardless of shift change or time of the day. They are attentive and efficient. I only wish we had more physicians like them at transfer hospitals. We certainly receive the best care at SMH with the ER staff and nurses.
Always willing to listen and develop plan that works for me. Excellent care and explanations - very positive experience!
Cheryl Lohse
Dr. Steven A. Vix was great
Dr Vix is warm, compassionate professional.
I received excellent care from the three medical professionals that I saw that day. Kind, thorough and carefully checking to be certain that all my questions were answered.
We were just in the ER for my wife with back pain. Everyone was absolutely wonderful. All of the staff were in checking on my wife. This was one of the best hospital experiences we have ever had.
On time appointment. Staff attentive and helpful. No negative issues during the visit.
She was great answered all my questions
Very efficient !
Thorough and pleasant t to talk with!
Listens, Explains, Pleasant, On time
Dr. Ranier did a tonsilectomy for our daughter. He and his staff were so kind and caring that our daughter fell in love with them all
I met Dr. Vix in the Emergency Room and he is the best doctor I've ever seen. His bedside manner is so kind, gentle, amd reassuring. He took his time and really made me feel listened to. He explained his treatment decisions and logic clearly, and left room to ask questions. He made sure that I understood and agreed with it before doing anything. He was very kind, and he and all the staff were very caring about my comfort while waiting.
I've been very pleased so far working with Dr Bambach, and really the whole staff at Schoolcraft.
Dr houve is great so is his nurse Cleo