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Author: Katherine Aberle, MD - Otolaryngology (ENT)

Dr. Katherine Aberle, MD - Otolaryngology (ENT) is a board certified Ear, Nose, and Throat surgeon with 17 years of experience. She treats the broad spectrum of ENT disorders, with particular interest in pediatrics and sinus related concerns. She was nominated a Kansas City Top Doc in 2020, and she received the Balance Award in 2019 at Advent Health Shawnee Mission for promoting Women's Physician Wellness. In 2018, she started a Women in Medicine group in Kansas City. Dr. Aberle serves on Physician Leadership at Advent Health as well.  She completed her residency in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine between 2007 and 2012. ​

Before joining Ascentist Healthcare, Dr. Aberle was in private practice in Colorado for approximately two and a half years. She later relocated to the Kansas City area, where she joined ENT Associates of Greater Kansas City. Over the years, she has developed a particular interest in minimally invasive sinus surgery, allergy treatments, and pediatric ENT disorders. Dr. Aberle also offers in-office sinus procedures and allergy drop therapy, providing patients with convenient alternatives to traditional treatments. ​Dr. Aberle is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. ​She is a fellow of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and a member of the American Rhinologic Society. ​ In 2019, Dr. Aberle received the Balance Award from AdventHealth Shawnee Mission for promoting women's physician wellness. ​ She was nominated as a Kansas City Top Doc in 2020, reflecting her commitment to excellence in patient care.

Dr. Aberle practices at multiple locations, including Ascentist Healthcare in Lee's Summit, MO, and several other clinics across the Kansas City area. She is highly praised by her patients for her thorough approach to care, clear communication, and effective treatments.

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Neck Muscle Hypertrophy

April 11, 2025 18 min read
Neck muscle hypertrophy is a condition where the muscles in your neck increase in size. This enlargement can result from regular exercise and training...
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Neck Muscle Fibrosis

April 11, 2025 15 min read
Neck muscle fibrosis is a condition where healthy muscle tissue in the neck is gradually replaced by fibrous (scar) tissue. This replacement can lead...
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Neck Muscle Cysts

April 11, 2025 17 min read
Neck muscle cysts are fluid‐filled sacs that can develop in or around the muscles of the neck. Although many cysts are benign (non-cancerous), they...
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Neck Muscle Tumors

April 11, 2025 16 min read
Neck muscle tumors are abnormal growths that form within the muscle tissues of your neck. They may be either benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous)....
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Neck Muscle Pain

April 11, 2025 17 min read
Neck muscle pain is a common condition that many people experience at some point in their lives. It can result from a variety of...
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Neck Muscle Cancer

April 11, 2025 15 min read
Neck muscle cancer is a rare type of soft tissue cancer that develops in the muscles of the neck. This guide covers essential evidence-based...
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Neck Muscle Spasm

April 11, 2025 15 min read
Neck muscle spasms are involuntary contractions of the muscles in your neck that can cause pain, stiffness, and limited movement. They can happen suddenly...
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Neck Muscle Diseases

April 11, 2025 15 min read
Neck muscle diseases affect the muscles that support and move your head and neck. These conditions can cause pain, stiffness, and other issues that...
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Neck Muscle Disorders

April 11, 2025 16 min read
Neck muscle disorders are a common health issue affecting millions of people around the world. They can cause pain, stiffness, and limited movement, interfering...
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Vocalis Muscle Dysphonia

April 11, 2025 15 min read
Vocalis Muscle Dysphonia is a voice disorder where the primary muscle within your vocal folds—the vocalis muscle—is not working properly. This condition can lead...
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Vocalis Muscle Sprain

April 11, 2025 15 min read
Your voice is one of your most important instruments, whether you use it for singing, speaking, or simply communicating. The vocalis muscle, found within...
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Vocalis Muscle Tears

April 11, 2025 17 min read
Our voices are one of the most important tools for communication, self-expression, and even professional work. The vocalis muscle is an essential component of...
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Vocalis Muscle Injuries

April 11, 2025 17 min read
Vocalis muscle injury is a condition affecting one of the key muscles involved in sound production. The vocalis muscle, part of the intricate structures...
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Vocalis Muscle Atrophy

April 11, 2025 17 min read
Vocalis muscle atrophy is a condition where the muscle within your vocal fold—the part of your throat that helps you make sounds and speak—becomes...
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