A Parents Guide to Ear Tubes

Dr. Rosenfeld is a, if not, the national expert on childhood ear infections. Not surprisingly, the information contained within his book is evidenced-based and consistent with established guidelines. More importantly, the material is presented in an organized fashion and at a level that most educated parents can easily comprehend. As an ENT physician, I keep multiple copies in my office, because it contains enough information for even the most obsessed parent.

When my son had chronic ear infections and the possibility of ear tubes was suggested to us, I searched for a book that could explain in a 'parent-friendly' way the procedure we were considering. I could not find a book at the time that was written specifically for parents. Luckily my family doctor recommended that we see Dr. Rosenfeld. He very patiently explained the pros and cons of ear tubes and also took us step by step through what would happen to our son both before and after the tubes were inserted. His clarity with us and his gift of interacting with children made us feel at ease. It has been over two years since our son had ear tubes inserted and the change in his health has been amazing. For him, the decision to have tubes placed resulted in far fewer sicknesses, improved speech/language, and better attentiveness in school. Dr. Rosenfeld's book is written with the same informative, clear manner he uses when speaking with patients. The book is an excellent resource which will be invaluable to all parents who need to make an informed decision about ear tubes.

The book is a great resource for parents. It gives you clear factual information in plain English. Great illustrations and a Q & A format which made me forget I was reading a book and think I was having a chat with my child's own pediatrician. Rather than claiming to have all the answers all the time - which should make anyone suspicious - Dr. Rosenfeld tells you when there are medical differences of opinion and why he chooses the course he does. He debunks those annoying myths you continually bump up against and tells you why. This is a real-life book and this doctor is a great writer. I hope he writes a throat book next!