Meet Our Doctors
Our dedicated team of ear, nose, and throat specialists are committed to providing the highest level of care.

Dr. Rizwan Aslam
Interim Chair of Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgical Oncology

Dr. Paul Friedlander
Head & Neck Surgical Oncology

Dr. Neal Jackson
Director of Cochlear Implant Program, Otolaryngology & Neurotology

Dr. Matthew Migneron
Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
What We Do
Tulane ENT is committed to providing unparalleled quaternary level of comprehensive Otolaryngology services to the diverse New Orleans community. Our vision is to be a leader in delivering cutting-edge care that not only embraces the latest advancements in research and technology, but drives progress, ensuring that every patient receives the best possible outcome. Outside of the clinic, we are educators and researchers devoted to shaping the future of Otolaryngology.

Our Specialties
Head & Neck Surgery
Focuses on the diagnosis and surgical treatment of conditions affecting the structures of the head and neck, including the throat, thyroid, salivary glands, and tumors in the area.
General Otolaryngology
Encompasses the broad spectrum of ear, nose, and throat care. Our doctors address a wide range of issues including but not limited to sinusitis, hearing loss, voice disorders, and allergies.
Rhinology & Skull Base
Focuses on the diagnosis and management of disorders affecting the nasal cavity, sinuses, and skull base. Our doctors are trained in advanced endoscopic techniques to treat conditions like chronic sinusitis, nasal polyps, and tumors of the skull base.
Neurotology
Neurotology is a subspeciality of otolaryngology that deals with complex ear problems causing hearing loss, severe ear infections, skull base disorders, etc.
Facial Plastic/Reconstructive Rhinoplasty
Focuses on both the functional and aesthetic of the nose. Our doctors perform surgeries to improve the health and function of the nose, to correct deformities resulting from trauma or congenital conditions, and to enhance nasal appearance.
What Sets Us Apart

Our academic ear, nose, and throat providers are at the forefront of their field of otolaryngology, combining expertise with compassion to deliver unparalleled patient care. Our doctors utilize cutting-edge technology and offer groundbreaking treatments that improve ear, nose, and throat health. With unwavering dedication, our team of doctors prioritize their patients’ well-being, ensure personalized attention and support, and make excellence a guarantee with every patient interaction.
Tulane ENT research faculty spearhead groundbreaking research, explore novel treatments and techniques that shape the future of clinical practice. By combining innovation, expertise, and collaboration, our researchers uncover insights into conditions ranging from hearing loss to head & neck cancers that directly inform our providers’ clinical practice, ensuring that our patients receive the most advanced and effective care available.
Above all, Tulane ENT doctors are dedicated to providing the best possible care for their patients. They offer cutting edge minimally invasive and robotic technology to improve outcomes, decrease recovery times, and minimize patient side effects. We continually strive to stay updated on the latest advancements in the field so we can offer innovative treatment options and improve patient outcomes.
Our Locations
The new Tulane ENT clinic, located in the Lakeside Surgery Specialty Clinic in Metairie, is a state-of-the-art facility bringing together our team of expert doctors who are dedicated to excellence in ear, nose, and throat care. With a focus on innovation and personalized treatment plans, our institute offers comprehensive services ranging from routine ENT care to complex head and neck surgeries. In addition, patients can now access neurotology services at the newly expanded Tulane Neuroscience Center at East Jefferson General Hospital, providing specialized care for conditions affecting the ear, including hearing loss, chronic infections and tumors. Patients can expect compassionate, patient-centered care that is backed by the renowned expertise of Tulane’s doctors and researchers.
Tulane Institute of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery (Lakeside Medical Office Building)
4720 South I-10 Road, Suite 501
Metairie, LA 70001
Phone: (504) 988-5451
Fax: (504) 988-0644
East Jefferson General Hospital Neurosciences Center
4224 Houma Blvd., Suite 550
Metairie, LA 70006
Phone: (504) 503-7001
Fax: (504) 503-7002
Lakeview Hospital
101 Judge Tanner Blvd., Suite 404
Covington, LA 70433
Phone: (985) 867-4223
Fax: (985) 867-4229
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