JohnR.AustinMD(He/Him)

Otolaryngology (ENT) • Harlingen, TX

Head & Neck Plastic Surgery, Rhinology & Paranasal Sinus Disease, Sleep Medicine, Facial Plastic Surgery

ENT Sinus at Valley ENT Specialist

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Office
2101 Pease St
Harlingen, TX 78550
Phone+1 956-389-1629

Fax+1 956-359-3523

Summary

Dr. John Austin has been practicing as an ear, nose and throat (ENT) doctor since 1995. As an expert in ear, nose and throat disorders in Harlingen and Brownsville, he provides treatment and relief for a large assortment of disorders.

He specializes in minimally invasive in-office procedures like Balloon Sinuplasty (for chronic sinusitus) and Somnoplasty (for snoring).

Brownsville & Harlingen ENT Doctor - Dr. John Austin

Dr. Austin is an Otolaryngology physician, serving Texans with compassionate care for more than 20 years. Brownsville and Harlingen Ear, Nose and Throat doctor.

Education & Training

University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Master of Science, Health Administration, 2023 - 2024
University of Texas Health Science Center at HoustonFellowship, Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 1991 - 1992
University of Southern California/Los Angeles General Medical Center (USC/LA General)Residency, Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 1986 - 1991
University of Utah School of MedicineClass of 1986

Certifications & Licensure

CA State Medical License 1988 - Present
TX State Medical License 1992 - 2025
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Otolaryngology
American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive SurgeryBoard Certified
American Board of Quality Assurance and Utilization PhysiciansABQUARP Board Certified

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

Fellow (FACS) American College of Surgeons
Fellow (FAAO-HNS) American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Press Mentions

Doctors Day Celebrates Healthcare WorkersMarch 30th, 2022
FDA Grants Emergency Use of COVID-19 Treatment Pills, Local Doctor Shares What You Need to KnowJanuary 25th, 2022