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What is a neurotologist?
Neurotologists are otolaryngologists- head and neck surgeons that have undergone additional training and are experts in complex surgeries of the ear and temporal bone. Some of the most common procedures that we perform include the restoration of hearing with cochlear implants both in adults and children, ossicular chain reconstruction and tympanoplasty. Dr. Cristobal also routinely performs surgeries for chronic ear infections, difficult perforations of the eardrum and for newly diagnosed or recurrent cholesteatoma using microscopic and endoscopic techniques in order to minimize recovery time and to maximize the chances of success.

As a neurotologist, Dr. Cristobal treats surgically complex tumors deep to the ear (along the lateral skull base), while focusing on preserving the anatomical integrity and function of vital adjacent nerves that provide sensation to the face and throat, movement to the vocal cords, tongue, eye, and shoulder, and of the blood vessels in the area. Dr. Cristobal is also trained on the treatment of these tumors with “focused” stereotactic three dimensional radiation (Gamma Knife and Cyberknife). The most common tumors treated in his practice include acoustic neuroma, a tumor of the nerve of balance that connects the ear to the brain, as well as “glomus” or paraganglioma tumors. Other unusual conditions treated include spinal fluid leaks into the ear and the repair of encephaloceles, a condition in which the brain sags into the ear through a defect in the bone.
About Texas Ear Clinic

Texas Ear Clinic in Fort Worth, Texas, offers compassionate, quality care focusing on your ear health, hearing, and balance. Otolaryngologist and neurotologist Ricardo Cristobal, MD, PhD, FACS, and an experienced group of providers recognize that ear health can profoundly affect your daily quality of life and overall well-being. The team is passionate about helping patients overcome ear conditions to enjoy life fully. 

Texas Ear Clinic features state-of-the-art audiology and vestibular testing and treatment technology. Patients benefit from the very best in hearing aids, hearing implants, and other treatments for hearing loss. 

Dr. Cristobal also treats acoustic neuromas and vertigo. Young patients are welcome, too, as the team specializes in pediatric ear disease. The team helps any patient overcome eardrum perforation or infectious ear disease. 

Schedule an appointment at Texas Ear Clinic for specialized care to promote and restore healthy balance and hearing. Call or use this website to plan your visit. 

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I can’t recommend him enough— despite having to give hard news, Dr. Cristobal was empathetic, kind, honest, hopeful, and competent. He helped give clear next steps (but didn’t pressure us to do something we weren’t comfortable with), takes the time to explain things thoroughly and answer questions, and might be the best listener I’ve ever met in the healthcare field. Even though the diagnosis was a poor one, he also was quick to seek out evidence-based answers to provide further clarity, which made me feel confident in his integrity and humility as a well-decorated physician. A wonderful experience!
Jessica M. | Apr 19, 2024
Heard about Dr Christobal through a family member several years ago. During that time, my previous Doctors could not seem to narrow down or solve my ear problems. Decided to ask for an appt with Dr.Christobal. His staff is awesome and so is he. This is the first time in years that I feel positive and hopeful about the results I will see and get after my diagnosis and treatment. He explains his findings thoroughly and KEEPS his EYES on the PATIENT while interacting with them. Look forward to many more New experiences with Him and his Staff if necessary in the future. Anita Noel 1/312024
Anita N. | Jan 31, 2024
I am retired, but spent 45 years in administrative support of health care professionals in four health science centers from Houston, TX to Washington, DC and back to Fort Worth, TX. There are very few physicians as thorough as Dr. Cristobal. I had COVID-19 in 2021 and spent 23 days in the hospital. I still have symptoms of Long COVID. Dr. Cristobal, on my first visit, immediately performed a thorough examination and scheduled several tests that he feels will help him diagnose and treat these lingering symptoms of dizziness, equilibrium and imbalance. He is a kind man, friendly and approaches a patient with a high degree of professionalism. He shows his caring attitude throughout the entire process of the examination. I recommend he and his staff very highly.
Bobby R C. | Nov 09, 2023
Texas Ear Clinic
✆ Phone (appointments): 817-766-5500
Address: 6320 Southwest Blvd, Suite 200, Fort Worth, TX 76109
Review rating 4.76/5
Total reviews 21

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