ENT

We provide the best possible care of ear, nose, & throat conditions, education of medical students, training of otolaryngology residents, and otolaryngologic research.

About Us

100% Board pass rate for our residency program.

Residency Program

3,200 Operative cases performed every year.

Clinic Locations

33,417 Clinical visits every year.

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Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery

At UF Health, our multidisciplinary team of board-certified otolaryngologists is trained in the medical and surgical management and treatment of diseases and disorders of the ear, nose and throat.

Department of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery

Our Mission

Deliver the highest quality otolaryngologic care to those who need it most, through innovation, education, and continuous self-improvement.

Our Vision

To make a difference in Otolaryngology and the world, by being the best in patient care, research, education, and leadership, one patient at a time.

UF Health ENT

UF Health Shands Hospital’s ENT program is nationally recognized by U.S. News & World Report 2025-2026 Best Hospital rankings for outstanding management and treatment of diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, and throat. Learn more about our rankings.

A message from the Chair

Greetings and welcome to the University of Florida’s Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery! Whether you are a current or prospective patient, fellow medical professional, or a student or prospective resident, we think that you will find our department a warm and welcoming environment. We are committed to providing the highest level of achievement in each of the academic missions. Our patients can expect to receive the latest, groundbreaking surgical care in all of the major sub-disciplines of Otolaryngology, provided by highly trained and experienced Otolaryngologists. Our faculty are engaged in cutting edge research with the intent to take this newfound knowledge back to the bedside to transform patients’ lives. Our medical students can take advantage of both clinical and research opportunities to provide a broader and more comprehensive exposure to our field. Our Otolaryngology residents receive excellent and well rounded surgical training, so that when they graduate they can go anywhere they want to go, do anything they want to do, and be excellent at it!  We are also committed to providing an environment in which our departmental faculty can thrive to reach their potential, and become leaders in their respective fields.  We look forward to engaging with you all, whether it is online, via Zoom or in-person. Welcome to UF ENT!

Sincerely,

Bill Collins

William O. Collins, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.A.A.P.

Professor and Chairman of Otolaryngology, Division Chief for Pediatric Otolaryngology

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