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Our ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialists have the skills and tools to accurately diagnose and effectively treat a wide array of ENT conditions. We use some of the most advanced, minimally invasive techniques available that promote faster, better healing.
Our team is comprised of dedicated, highly skilled professionals who work together to deliver exceptional, specialized care. We perform both inpatient and outpatient same-day surgeries and help individuals with chronic pain associated with injury or illness.
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ENT and Hearing Services We Offer
ENT Services
- Chronic ear infections
- Facial plastics
- Head and neck cancer
- Hearing loss
- Nasal congestion
- Inspire® Therapy
- Sinusitis
- Sleep apnea and snoring
- Swallowing disorders (dysphagia)
- Thyroid and adenoid issues
- Tonsil and adenoid issues
- Vertigo
- Other head, neck and throat treatments
Audiology Services
- Cochlear implants
- Hearing device fitting
- Hearing evaluations
- Patient and caregiver education
- Physician collaboration
Inspire® Therapy for Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Inspire therapy is a long-term, mask-free solution for people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who have tried and struggled with CPAP and is offered at AdventHealth Medical Group Ear, Nose and Throat at Calhoun by otolaryngologist Sally Smalley, MD.
OSA is the most common type of sleep apnea and affects roughly 30 million Americans but only six million are diagnosed. It occurs when the tongue relaxes back into your airway while you sleep which causes your airway to close. This causes you to wake up and gasp for air. People with OSA may be at a higher risk for serious health concerns if left untreated like type 2 diabetes, stroke, heart attack, depression and a shortened life span.
Inspire therapy has a proven safety record with 99.6% of Inspire implant procedures being successfully completed without any major complications and 93% of patients recommend the therapy. Learn more below.
- What is Inspire® therapy?
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Inspire therapy is a mask-free1 solution for people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who have tried and struggled with CPAP. Through a simple-to-use system including the Inspire® implant, Inspire™ remote and Inspire® app, Inspire therapy enables you to control your OSA treatment from the palm of your hand.
- How does Inspire therapy work?
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During sleep, your tongue relaxes. For people with OSA, your tongue relaxes into a position that blocks your airway. While other OSA therapies use a hose and mask to force air through your airway, the Inspire implant works comfortably2 inside your body to sense when you take a breath. Then, it delivers gentle pulses that move your tongue forward to keep your airway open, helping you breathe regularly and sleep soundly. Simply use the small handheld Inspire® remote to turn your therapy on when you’re ready to sleep.
- The Inspire implant keeps your airway open while you sleep, so you can breathe regularly and sleep soundly.
- The handheld Inspire remote simply turns on your therapy when you’re ready to sleep. No mask or hose required.
- The Inspire app tracks your sleep goals and allows you to share data directly with your doctor.
- Is Inspire therapy right for you?
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To be a candidate for Inspire therapy, you must meet the following FDA indications:
- Age 18 or older
- Diagnosed with moderate to severe OSA
- Have tried and struggled with CPAP
- How to get started.
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For more information about Inspire therapy and how to get started, please call AdventHealth Medical Group Ear, Nose and Throat at Calhoun at Call706-602-3104.
Weston Cox - Inspire Testimonial
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Weston Cox has seen the difference the Inspire implant can make for patients with obstructive sleep apnea. Learn more about Inspire therapy and if it's right for you by calling AdventHealth Medical Group Ear, Nose and Throat at Calhoun at Call706-602-3104.

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