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Cynthia Collier, Au. D.

Primary Specialty Areas


Audiology

Medical Services Provided


Since joining Highland Clinic, Cindy Collier has endeavored to cultivate Audiological Services into an exemplary patient experience. Her approach ensures that hearing aid candidates can trial devices within the office environment, with comprehensive support and guidance throughout. Recent enhancements include the acquisition of demo hearing aids for patients to trial in their everyday settings, aiming to optimize their experience without compromise.


Meet Your Provider

Cynthia Collier holds an undergraduate degree in Biology and MBA from Texas Woman’s University, and a doctorate in Audiology from the University of Texas at Dallas. She has contributed to the field of audiology through published articles, oral presentations, and student education. Dr. Collier enjoys swimming, playing all sorts of games and recreational sports, spending quality time with family and friends, and expanding and sharing her knowledge in the field of audiology.
She is a fellow of the American Academy of Audiology.
HEARING EXAMS
Dr. Collier works closely with the Ear, Nose, and Throat doctors at Highland Clinic to ensure that hearing loss is properly diagnosed and effectively rehabilitated. She provides comprehensive diagnostic hearing evaluations and offers solutions that help her patients communicate with more confidence.
HEARING AIDS
Hearing aids are available in several form factors and performance levels. Dr. Collier will help you find the perfect solution for you based on your hearing loss and lifestyle. Even more critical than the make and model of the hearing aids is how they are programmed for you. Dr. Collier keeps up with the ever-improving technology available in hearing aids. She is skilled and compassionate in the care of her hearing aid patients.

Licenses and Certification

  • Fellow, American Academy of Audiology

Education

  • University of Texas at Dallas Doctor of Audiology May, 2014
  • Texas Woman’s University Master of Business Administration May, 2010
  • Texas Woman’s University Bachelor of Science, Biology May, 1995
  • Dr. Collier has contributed to the field through oral presentations, co-authored articles, and book contributions. Among her notable accomplishments is the publication of an article in the esteemed journal Audiology Today, which has garnered attention within the field and is anticipated to have a lasting impact on the understanding of hearing loss.

Clifford H. Rice, Jr., M.D.

Primary Specialty Areas


Balloon Sinuplasty

Surgical and Medical Management of the Following:


  • Nose & Sinus Disorders
    • Nasal Obstruction
    • Nasal Allergies
    • Nasal Polyps
    • Chronic/Recurrent Sinusitis
    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
    • Balloon Sinuplasty
  • Ear Disorders
    • Chronic Otitis Media/Ear Infections (Ear Tubes)
    • Hearing Loss Evaluation
    • Hearing Aids
    • Ear Drum Repair
    • Balance Disorder Evaluation
  • Throat Disorders
    • Chronic Infections.Tonsillitis
    • Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
    • Snoring/Sleep Apnea
    • Swallowing Problems
    • Voice Disorders
  • Neck Disorders
    • Thyroid and Parathyroid Disease
    • Salivary Gland Disease
    • Neck Mass Evaluation

Meet Your Provider

Dr. Rice is a general Otolaryngologist providing comprehensive Ear, Nose & Throat care for both adult and pediatric patients.  He graduated with honors from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, followed by completion of a Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery training program at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center.  It has been his honor to serve the Shreveport/ Bossier communities since completion of his residency training in 2004.  Dr. Rice strives to provide compassionate and timely care. He is located on the second floor of Highland Clinic, Suite 206, and is accepting new patients.

Education

1999 – 2004: Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center. Residency in Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery.

1998 – 1999: Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center. Internship in General Surgery.

1994 – 1998: Louisiana State University School of Medicine. Medical Doctorate.

1992 – 1994: Louisiana State University. Prerequisites for Medical School.

1988 – 1992: Northwestern State University. Bachelor of Science Electronic Engineering Technology.

Chuka V. Ifeanyi, M.D.

Primary Specialty Areas


Sophono Implants

Baloon Sinuplasty

Medical Services Provided


  • Recurrent & Chronic Sinus Infections
  • Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (ESS)
  • Balloon Sinuplasty
  • Ear Tubes
  • Tonsillectomy (Adult or Child)
  • Adenoidectomy
  • Deviated Septum Repair (Septoplasty)
  • Thyroidectomy
  • Parathyroidectomy
  • Snoring & Sleep Apnea Evaluation
  • Evaluation of Hearing Loss

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Meet Your Provider

Dr. Ifeanyi is a native of Ruston, Louisiana.  After graduating with honors from Louisiana Tech University, he moved to Shreveport and spent two years with the Department of Biochemistry at LSU Health Sciences Center participating in cancer research.  He remained at LSUHSC in Shreveport for medical school where he held many leadership positions, including serving as President of his class all four years.  For his contributions to organized medicine, the Shreveport Medical Society recognized him with the Pattie W. Van Hook, M.D. Memorial Award.  After medical school, Dr. Ifeanyi went on to residency training in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (ENT) at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, a program that is widely regarded within the medical community as one of the best in the nation. During residency, he also participated in several research endeavors and received an award for his presentation at the 2013 Midwest Head & Neck Cancer Consortium Conference.

Dr. Ifeanyi specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders affecting the ear, nose, throat, and the head and neck of both children and adults. He is accepting new patients and same-day appointments may be available for both new and established patients.

Dr. Ifeanyi also offers in-office balloon sinuplasty – a safe, effective, and minimally invasive procedure that may relieve symptoms in patients who suffer from repeated sinus infections that have not responded well to medications. For more information, please visit: www.balloonsinuplasty.com.

Board Certification

  • American Board of Otolaryngology

Affiliations

  • American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
  • American Medical Association
  • Louisiana State Medical Society
  • Shreveport Medical Society