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To our UNC Otolaryngology\/Head and Neck Surgery Patients:<\/em><\/h4>\n

Thank you for continuing to trust us with the care for your ear, nose, and throat needs.<\/p>\n

We want to assure you during this difficult time, that\u00a0we remain available to care for you.\u00a0<\/strong>We have instituted extraordinary changes to all our clinics and operating rooms that provide\u00a0industry-leading protection<\/strong>\u00a0to you our patients, as well as to our doctors and our staff.<\/p>\n

BE ASSURED THAT COMING TO YOUR UNC EAR, NOSE, AND THROAT CLINIC VISIT, YOU WILL BE SAFE!<\/strong><\/p>\n

We also have availability of video visits that can be used in selected situations. So please, do not delay your care.<\/p>\n

Thank you, again, for allowing us to continue caring for you.<\/p>\n

Sincerely,
\nYour Providers at UNC Otolaryngology\/Head and Neck Surgery<\/p>\n

If you are currently a UNC Otolaryngology patient, you can continue to reach us through\u00a0My UNC Chart<\/a>. You may also reach out to us at (984)974-0000 for our head and neck clinic and (984) 974-6484 for all other appointments. <\/strong>If you have an emergent issue, please call 911.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Please visit UNC Health’s COVID-19 resource page<\/a> for the latest information.<\/div>\n

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