Dr. Tonia L. Farmer is a board-certified ENT surgeon, entrepreneur, and medical educator. She co-owned the Lippy Group for ENT and held leadership roles before resigning from full-time practice in 2024. A graduate of William and Mary and VCU School of Medicine, she was the first female ENT resident at her institution. She founded Salt Me, runs the Dr. Nose Best®️ platform, and serves as a medical expert for WFMJ 21 News. Passionate about mentorship and community service, she supports nonprofit organizations and values her role as a wife and mother of three.

In this episode we talk about:

• ENT Health & Its Impact
• How sinus problems and sleep disorders affect overall health
• Common ENT issues, prevention, and treatment options
• Tips for improving sleep quality
• Things that can promote better sleep
• Understanding sleep apnea: symptoms, warning signs, and next steps for those at risk
• What can happen if sleep apnea is left undiagnosed or untreated
• Discussion on vertigo
• How listeners can advocate for their own health and feel more confident in medical settings
• Important questions patients should ask their doctors but often don’t
• A small habits listeners can start today

...and more!

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