Performers generally look upon vocal problems with dread. There are few things worse than having to walk on stage with the fear of your voice not functioning properly. An ear, nose, and throat doctor specializes in disorders of the voice, among other things, and can often make the difference between a successful show and a canceled one.
I recently had a chance to talk with one of Los Angeles' leading ENTs, Dr. Joe Sugarman. His Beverly Hills office is lined with platinum records from grateful artists he has assisted. Sugarman's long list of patients from the performing arts makes him very sensitive to the vocal demands placed on performers, and he provides great insight into vocal health and longevity.
