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  • Neurological Surgery, Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Otology & Neurotology
  • Accepting new patients
  • 35 years of experience
  • Austin Ear Clinic 12319 N Mopac Expy Ste 300, Austin, TX 78758
  • (512) 434-0494

Brief Intro

Dr. PATRICK SLATER, MD is a BOARD CERTIFIED NEUROTOLOGIST (Neurology and Otolaryngologist / ENT)Dr. Slater is a Neurotologist and skull base surgeon. Neurotology is a surgical specialty that requires completion of an ENT training program and 1-2 years of training in the neurotology skull base field.It is a certified discipline, as much as ENT or any other subspecialty, that receives accreditation through the ACGME. Dr. Slater is currently one of only three Board-Certified Neurotologist in the Austin Metropolitan area.This specialized intensive training makes Dr. Slater uniquely capable of managing hearing and dizziness disorders, as well as neurosurgical problems associated with the inner ear such as acoustic neuroma. He has extensive training and expertise in managing Eustachian tube disorders and their associated complications. Dr. Slater received his chemistry degree at Duke University in 1985. He graduated from East Carolina University School of Medicine in 1990, and completed his ENT residency at LSU in 1996. He finished the two-year Neurotology and Skull Base program at Ohio State in 1998.AUSTIN EAR CLINICStop Chronic Headaches with Dr. Patrick Slater, NeurotologistIn short, you should be able to enjoy hearing, smelling, breathing, talking, and singing—whatever you can do with your ears, nose, and throat. But if you do struggle with these essential life activities and enjoyments, then it’s time to take action today. Contact us at Austin Ear Clinic in Austin!Our Neurotologist and Otolaryngologist Dr. Patrick Slater and our experienced team work together to help people in Austin hear, breathe, and express themselves more comfortably and effectively. And it’s our unique combination of experience and cutting-edge technology, combined with a true concern for each one of our patients and their health that brings folks back whenever they struggle with problems like hearing loss, sinus pain, and balance.Treating Ear InfectionsHearing TestingTinnitus TreatmentsBalance Disorder TreatmentsEar Wax RemovalBalloon SinuplastyNasal PolypectomySeptoplastyTurbinate ReductionAllergy TestingAllergy TreatmentsTelehealth ServicesOur experienced team work together and will go the extra mile to help you get the answers and solutions you need to any hearing, nose, and balance problem you have.***Urgent appointments available***We would love to make a difference for you. Chat Now with us Today!

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Education Background

FELLOWSHIP

Neurotology and Skull Base program at Ohio State - 1998

RESIDENCY

LSU, ENT Residency - 1996

MEDICAL SCHOOL

East Carolina University School of Medicine - 1990

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish

Location & Hours

  • Austin Ear Clinic
  • 12319 N Mopac Expy Ste 300, Austin, TX 78758
  • Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Fri:8:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Otology & Neurotology
  • Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
  • Neurological Surgery

Conditions Addressed

  • Ear infection
  • Earache
  • Tinnitus
  • Pulsatile Tinnitus
  • Cerumen Impaction (ear wax)
  • Otosclerosis
  • Dizziness and Falls
  • Vertigo
  • Headache Pain
  • Migraine with Aura
  • Deviated Nasal Septum
  • Deviated Septum & Septoplasty
  • Nosebleeds
  • Cleft Nose & Lip Deformity
  • Runny Nose
  • Sinus headaches
  • Sinuses
  • Sinusitis
  • Acute Rhinosinusitis
  • Chronic Sinus
  • Nasal congestion
  • Nasal Obstruction
  • Nasal Polyps
  • Nasal Trauma
  • Allergies
  • Allergic Rhinitis
  • Tonsillitis
  • Thyroid disorders
  • Thyroid Problems
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Procedures Performed

  • Hearing Evaluation
  • Myringotomy and Tympanotomy
  • Sinus Surgery
  • Tonsillectomy or Adenoidectomy
  • Tympanoplasty
  • Ear Wax Removal
  • Balloon sinuplasty
  • Polypectomy
  • Septoplasty
  • Allergy Testing
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • Cigna
  • HealthSmart
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Oscar Health Insurance
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  • Cancer 66
  • Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 67
  • Orthopedics 124
  • Neurology & Neurosurgery 104
  • Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 119
  • Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 125
  • Diabetes & Endocrinology 53
  • Children's Hospital 23
  • Urology 117
  • Psychiatry 96
  • Geriatrics 115
  • Rehabilitation 139
  • Obsterics & Gynecology 13
  • Ophthalmology 2
  • Ear, Nose & Throat 10
  • Rheumatology 2
  • Long Term Care 50
  • Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 60