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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.

Vocalis Muscle Cysts

Vocalis muscle cysts are abnormal, fluid-filled sacs that form in or near the vocalis muscle—a small yet essential muscle that helps control…

Vocalis Muscle Tumors

Vocalis muscle tumors are abnormal growths that arise in or around the vocalis muscle, a tiny muscle in your voice box (larynx)…

Vocalis Muscle Cancer

Vocalis Muscle Cancer is a rare and serious condition that affects the small muscle inside your vocal cords. This guide explains what…

Vocalis Muscle Spasm

Vocalis muscle spasm is a condition where the small muscle inside the voice box (larynx) involuntarily contracts. This muscle plays a key…

Vocalis Muscle Diseases

The vocalis muscle is a key component of your voice box (larynx). It lies deep within the vocal folds (commonly known as…

Vocalis Muscle Disorders

Vocalis muscle disorders affect the muscles within your larynx (voice box) and can lead to changes in your voice and difficulty speaking.…

Interarytenoid Muscle Strain

Interarytenoid muscle strain is an injury or overuse condition affecting the small muscles inside the larynx (voice box) that help control your…

Interarytenoid Muscles Sprain

The interarytenoid muscles are small muscles in the larynx (voice box) that help bring the vocal cords together during speaking and swallowing.…

Interarytenoid Muscle Tears

Interarytenoid muscle tears affect a small but very important group of muscles in the voice box (larynx). These muscles help close your…

Interarytenoid Muscles Atrophy

Interarytenoid muscles atrophy is a condition where the small muscles within your larynx (voice box) weaken or shrink. These muscles play a…

Interarytenoid Muscles Hypertrophy

Interarytenoid muscles hypertrophy refers to the abnormal enlargement or overdevelopment of the small muscles located in the larynx (voice box) between the…

Interarytenoid Muscle Fibrosis

Interarytenoid muscle fibrosis is a condition where scar tissue develops in the muscles located at the back of the voice box (larynx).…

Interarytenoid Muscles Infection

Interarytenoid muscles infection is a condition that involves inflammation or infection of the muscles found between the arytenoid cartilages in your larynx…

Interarytenoid Muscle Cysts

Interarytenoid muscle cysts are abnormal, fluid-filled sacs that can develop in the region of the interarytenoid muscles—small muscles in your voice box…

Interarytenoid Muscles Tumors

Interarytenoid muscles tumors are abnormal growths that occur in or around the interarytenoid muscles of the larynx (voice box). These muscles are…

Interarytenoid Muscle Pain

Interarytenoid muscles pain is a condition involving discomfort or pain in the small muscles located in your voice box (larynx). These muscles…

Interarytenoid Muscles Cancer

Interarytenoid muscles cancer is a rare type of cancer that affects a group of small muscles located in the larynx (voice box).…

Interarytenoid Muscle Spasm

Interarytenoid muscle spasm is a condition where the muscles between the arytenoid cartilages in your larynx suddenly tighten or contract. This spasm…