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Dr. Gary Highfill, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 61
Dr. Gary Highfill, MD
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Dr. Gary Highfill, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Fort Smith, AR.
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Dr. Gary Highfill, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 61
Fort Smith, AR
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience
Dr. Gary Highfill, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Fort Smith, AR.

About

Dr. Highfill graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI / COLUMBIA CAMPUS. Dr. Gary Highfill, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Fort Smith, AR and has 28 years experience. Dr. Highfill currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Baptist Health Fort Smith. Dr. Highfill has experience treating conditions like Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia) and Dysphagia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Highfill received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 6 times. Dr. Highfill's office accepts new patients. Dr. Highfill is board certified in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Dysphagia
Oral Cancer
Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Dysphagia
Oral Cancer
Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Dysphagia
Oral Cancer
Laryngeal Cancer
Mixed Hearing Loss
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Salivary Gland Cancer
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Ear Tube Placement
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Perforated Eardrum Repair (Tympanoplasty)
Rhinoseptoplasty
Thyroidectomy
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Anosmia
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Bell's Palsy
Broken Nose
Carcinoma Tongue
Cholesteatoma
Chronic Adenoid Infection
Chronic Laryngitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Tonsillitis
Conductive Hearing Loss
Cough
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Deafness
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Deformities of Auricle or Pinna
Deviated Septum
Dizziness
Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Enlarged Turbinates
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Facial Fracture
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Head and Neck Cancer
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Headache
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Hyperacusis
Hyperparathyroidism
Laryngitis
Leukoplakia
Loss of Smell and Taste
Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
Malignant Otitis Externa
Maxillary and Malar Fractures
Meniere's Disease
Mouth Cancer
Nasal Polyp
Nose Cancer
Nosebleed
Osteosarcoma
Otitis Media
Otosclerosis
Outer Ear Infection
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Perforated Eardrum
Pharyngitis
Postnasal Drip
Salivary Gland Cyst
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sinusitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Sleep Apnea
Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
Throat Pain
Thyroid Cancer
Tinnitus
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TMJ
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Tongue Cancer
Tonsil Cancer
Tonsillitis
Vertigo
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Vocal Cord Nodule
Vocal Cord Polyp
Wheezing
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Adenoidectomy
Audiometry
Balloon Sinuplasty
Carotid Ultrasound
Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
Excision or Destruction of Dentoalveolar Lesion or Tumor
Excision or Destruction of Palate or Uvula Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Pharynx Lesion
Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Glossectomy
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Oral Cancer Screening
Parathyroidectomy
Radiofrequency Ablation Turbinate
Sphenoidotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroid Scan
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tonsillectomy
Ultrasound, Thyroid
Uvulectomy
Vestibule and Floor of Mouth Excision or Destruction
Wound Repair

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Locations

  1. 1 BH Sparks Ear Nose and Throat Center-West
    520 Towson Ave Ste A, Fort Smith, AR 72901
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (479) 573-7985
  2. 2 Select Specialty Hospital-Fort Smith
    1001 Towson Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72901
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May 27, 2021
Best, patient doctor to work with. Listens well and explains things well. Very thorough during & after surgery. None better.
David — May 27, 2021
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Specialties*
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI / COLUMBIA CAMPUS
    1996
Medical Education

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Board Certifications
  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Gary Highfill, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Highfill's profile.

Dr. Highfill frequently treats the following conditions: Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia) and Dysphagia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Gary Highfill, MD is affiliated with Baptist Health Fort Smith.

Yes, Dr. Gary Highfill, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Baptist Health Fort Smith

    1001 Towson Ave, Fort Smith, AR