Sean M. Parsel, DO

Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT and Otolaryngology)

Member of

LVPG Cliniciani

Accepting New Patients

Overview

Area of focus i

  • Skull Base Surgery
  • Rhinology

Languages spoken

  • English

Affiliated with

About

Philosophy of care

When treating patients, I imagine how I would want to be treated and incorporate that into every interaction. I treat many diseases of the head and neck, ranging from problems breathing through the nose to cancers of the sinuses and skull base, so there is no single treatment for everyone. I strive to explain the disease process, sometimes using diagrams or images to help with the anatomy and location of the problem as well as my treatment recommendations. Communication is key when dealing with complex disease, and I strive to keep an open line of conversation.

Why I entered medicine

Medicine provides the opportunity to truly help and directly impact lives. I chose a career in medicine to not only help my patients, but also to help advance the field. I was drawn to otolaryngology, a specialty focused on the ears, nose and throat, because it offered an opportunity to work with patients of all ages and treat many diseases, from sore throats to complex cancers.

Community involvement

As a rhinologist living in the Lehigh Valley, I strive to bring awareness to disease of the sinuses.

Personal interests

In my free time I enjoy traveling and being outdoors. I love hiking, backpacking and exploring. When at home, I enjoy spending time with my family and experimenting with new recipes and cuisines.

Education

Undergraduate
University of Kansas, BS - Chemical Engineering , 2010

Medical Training
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences, DO - Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, 2016

Training

Internship 2017
Otolaryngology, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA

Residency 2021
Otolaryngology, Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans, LA

Fellowship 2022
Rhinology & Skull Base Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA

Certifications

American Board of Otolaryngology - Otolaryngology

Publications & Clinical Trials