Dr. Matthew Straka is an otolaryngologist who provides highly specialized care for conditions of the ear, nose, and throat. He diagnoses and treats ear infections, seasonal allergies, hearing loss, nasal disorders, sinusitis, voice and swallowing disorders, vertigo, and head and neck cancers. Dr. Straka has expertise in performing endoscopic sinus surgery and skull base surgery. Dr. Straka earned his medical degree at Georgetown University School of Medicine, in Washington, D.C., and he completed a residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. He also completed a Master of Science in neurobiology and physiology from Northwestern University. He is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Straka is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, American Rhinologic Society, American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy, Pennsylvania Medical Society, and Allegheny County Medical Society.
Age Groups Seen
Adult, Older Adult
Languages Spoken*
English
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Expertise
chronic rhinosinusitis
decreased hearing
deviated septum
ear, nose and throat surgery
hoarseness
laryngitis
nasal congestion
nasal obstruction
nasal polyps
problems with smell and taste
salivary gland disorders
sinus mass
sinus polyp
sinus surgery
sinusitis
sphenoidotomy
transnasal repair csf leak
vocal cord issues
vocal cord lesions
vocal cord surgery
allergies
crackling sound in ears
jaw problems
temporomandibular joint disorder
thyroid surgery
Credentials
Education
Creighton University School of Medicine
Georgetown University School of Medicine
Internship
UPMC-University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Residency
UPMC-University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Board Certification
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery - Otolaryngology
Publications
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