Author: Dr. Carolyn J. Agresti, MD - Otolaryngologist (ENT)

Dr. Carolyn J. Agresti, MD is a highly experienced American otolaryngologist (ENT specialist) practicing in West Palm Beach, Florida. With over 35 years in the field, she specializes in the full spectrum of ear, nose, and throat disorders—including hearing and balance conditions—and is known for combining surgical expertise with personalized, compassionate care'

Undergraduate: Bachelor of Arts, Newcomb College, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA, 1983 

Medical Degree: MD, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA, 1987 

Internship: Saint Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Center of New York, NY, 1989 

Residency: Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospital, New York, NY, 1992

Fellowship: Advanced Head and Neck Surgery, Cornell/New York Hospital, NY, 1996 

Career and Leadership

Chief of ENT Department, Good Samaritan Medical Center, West Palm Beach, FL (2000 – 2014)

President, Palm Beach ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat, Inc.), West Palm Beach, FL (2004 – present) LinkedIn
Over her career, Dr. Agresti has held key leadership roles that shaped clinical practice standards and improved patient access to specialized ENT services.

Dr. Agresti is the founder and lead physician of Carolyn J. Agresti, MD Hearing and Balance LLC, located at 1411 N. Flagler Drive, Suite 9700, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. Her practice offers in-office and telehealth consultations, serving patients across the Palm Beach region. She maintains hospital privileges at both Wellington Regional Medical Center and Good Samaritan Medical Center to ensure seamless inpatient and surgical care 

Areas of Expertise

Upper Respiratory Conditions: sinusitis, nasal polyps, allergy management

Hearing Rehabilitation: comprehensive evaluations, hearing aid fitting and maintenance

Balance and Vestibular Disorders: dizziness, vertigo, inner ear pathology

Tinnitus Management

Head and Neck Surgery: thyroid and parathyroid surgery, tumor removal, reconstructive procedures

Awards and Recognition

Digital Health Awards: Practice recognized as a winner in Fall 2021, Fall 2022, and 2023 for excellence in patient-focused digital health services .

Healthgrades Choice Provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat—reflecting above-average experience, strong patient ratings, and high hospital quality.

Dr. Agresti believes in tailoring care to each patient’s unique needs, blending advanced diagnostic and surgical techniques with clear communication and empathy. Her team emphasizes thorough education, follow-up, and use of the latest treatment modalities to achieve optimal outcomes.