Christie Powers
Degree: Jefferson College of Health Sciences – Physician Assistant, 2006 Board Certification: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, 2006 Special Interests: ENT Hobbies: Kayaking, Reading, Shopping, Camping
Dr. Sam Meshkinfam
Degree: Des Moines University, College of Osteopathic Medicine, 2008 Internship: Detroit Medical Center – Michigan State University, 2008-2009 Residency: Detroit Medical Center – Michigan State University, 2009-2013 Board Certified: American Osteopathic Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (AOBOO-HNS), 2013 Special Interests: Sinus & allergy, pediatric and adult ENT, sleep apnea, and voice problems…
Dr. Joseph L. Hutchison
Degree: University of Iowa College of Medicine, 1995 Internship: Albany Medical Center Hospital, 1996 Residency: Albany Medical Center Hospital, 2000 Board Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology, 2001 Special Interests: Diseases of the ear and sinuses and allergies Hobbies: Guitar, tennis and occasionally, acting. He has played in bands in central Virginia and currently has an…
Dr. Jay Michael Cline
Degree: Wake Forest University School of Medicine, M.D., 2010 Internship: Medical University of South Carolina, 2011 Residency: Medical University of South Carolina, 2015 Board Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology, 2016 Special Interests: Pediatric ENT, diseases of the ear/hearing loss, sinus disease, thyroid disorders, and obstructive sleep apnea Hobbies: Snow skiing, hiking, camping, playing and/or watching…
Dr. Timothy Courville
Degree: Louisiana State University Medical Center, M.D., 1989 Internship: Alton Ochsner Medical Foundation, 1990 Residency: Medical University of South Carolina, 1994 Board Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology, 1995 Special Interests: Pediatric ENT, diseases of the nose and sinuses, blepharoplasties, and thyroid disorders Hobbies: Fly-fishing and hiking
Andrea Adamczak
Degree: Jefferson College of Health SciencesPhysician Assistant, 2005 Board Certification: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, 2005 Special Interests: General ENT, diseases of the ear Hobbies: Shopping, cake design, camping, spending time with family
Providers
Physicians Each of our physicians is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology or the American Board of Osteopathy. The staff at Blue Ridge Ear, Nose, Throat & Plastic Surgery is committed to continuing education to allow our practice to offer the leading edge in ENT, allergy, hearing healthcare including hearing aids, and facial…
Allergy Types
There are many allergens; each type has its own set of symptoms that range from mild to life-threatening. Seasonal Allergies Allergies fall under two categories: seasonal and perennial. The latter occurs year-round, while seasonal allergies appear during specific times of the year, generally during spring when trees and flowers bloom. They can also occur in…
Allergy Symptoms
Allergy symptoms differ depending on the type of allergy. Allergy symptoms typically involve the airways, sinuses, nasal passages, and skin. They can range from mild to severe and are typically diagnosed by an Allergist. What Are the Symptoms of Seasonal Allergies? Seasonal allergies are among the most common. Often referred to as hay fever, these…
Allergy Medications
Allergy symptoms can often be relieved through the use of over-the-counter or prescription medications and nasal sprays. Medical therapy provides short-term relief and may be a solution for seasonal allergies or those whose symptoms are not severe. If your symptoms do not improve with the use of medications, you should consult with an allergist over…