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Dr. Kristen Pytynia, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 53
Dr. Kristen Pytynia, MD
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Dr. Kristen Pytynia, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Houston, TX.
Dr. Kristen Pytynia, MD
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Dr. Kristen Pytynia, MD

Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery* Age 53
Houston, TX
Accepting new patients
28 years of experience
Dr. Kristen Pytynia, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Houston, TX.

About

Dr. Pytynia graduated from Rush University. Dr. Kristen Pytynia, MD is an Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Specialist in Houston, TX and has 28 years experience. Dr. Pytynia currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. Dr. Pytynia has experience treating conditions like Oral Cancer and Tongue Cancer among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Pytynia received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 5 times. Dr. Pytynia's office accepts new patients. Dr. Pytynia is board certified in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Oral Cancer
Tongue Cancer
Dysphagia
Oral Cancer
Tongue Cancer
Dysphagia
Oral Cancer
Tongue Cancer
Dysphagia
Gum Cancer
Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Laryngeal Cancer
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Salivary Gland Cancer
Tonsil Cancer
Vocal Cord Paralysis
Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
Excision of Facial Bone
Laryngectomy and Pharyngectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Thyroidectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Sinusitis
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Allergic Rhinitis
Benign Pituitary Gland Tumor
Bone Cancer
Chronic Laryngitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Conductive Hearing Loss
Cough
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Deafness
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Ear Ache
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Earwax Buildup
Facial Nerve Disorder
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Head and Neck Cancer
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Headache
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Hyperparathyroidism
Laryngitis
Leukoplakia
Lip Cancer
Loss of Smell and Taste
Loss of Taste
Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
Mixed Hearing Loss
Mouth Cancer
Nasal Polyp
Nosebleed
Osteosarcoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Perforated Eardrum
Pharyngitis
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sinusitis
Sleep Apnea
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
Throat Pain
Thyroid Cancer
Tinnitus
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Tonsillitis
Vocal Cord Nodule
Vocal Cord Polyp
Wheezing
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Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Audiometry
Carotid Ultrasound
Cleft Palate Repair (Palatoplasty)
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
Excision of Tracheal Tumor or Stenosis
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
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy
Lip, Excision or Resection
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Oral Cancer Screening
Parathyroidectomy
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroid Scan
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tonsillectomy
Ultrasound, Thyroid
Vestibule and Floor of Mouth Excision or Destruction
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Open Access Plus
  • Options PPO
    Medica Choice
    Nexus Open Access
    Navigate POS
    Choice Plus POS
    Navigate HMO
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
  • Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Open Choice PPO
    Choice Plus POS II
  • Blue Essentials HMO
    BestChoice PPO
  • Blue Card PPO

Locations

  1. 1 University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
    13900 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77079
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 563-9600
  2. 2 UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
    1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 792-6161
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
  3. 3 Office
    1155 Pressler St, Houston, TX 77030
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 792-6525
  4. 4 Office
    19770 Kingsland Blvd Ste 100, Houston, TX 77094
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (713) 563-9600
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00

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Mar 14, 2019
Great doc - total bad***
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Specialties*
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Rush University
    1997
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Kristen Pytynia, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Pytynia's profile.

Dr. Pytynia frequently treats the following conditions: Oral Cancer and Tongue Cancer. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Kristen Pytynia, MD is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

Yes, Dr. Kristen Pytynia, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center

    921 Gessner Rd, Houston, TX

  • The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

    1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX