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Michael A. Agostino, MD
Michael Agostino, M.D., F.A.C.S.Noblesville Office
Valerie Ann Ball, MD, F.A.C.S.
Valerie Ann Ball, M.D., F.A.C.S.Avon, Carmel and Kokomo Offices
Richard J. Biggerstaff, MD
Richard J. Biggerstaff, M.D.Indy-Northeast Office
Benjamin-J.-Copeland
Benjamin J. Copeland, M.D.Carmel and Indy-South Offices
Dr. Swapna A. Eisinger
Swapna A. Eisinger, M.D.Greenwood, Mooresville, and South Offices
Anthony Fama, M.D.
Anthony Fama, M.D.Indy-South and Greenwood Offices
David J Fang, MD
David J Fang, M.D.Indy-South and Mooresville Offices
John D Goldenberg, M.D.
John D Goldenberg, M.D.Carmel and Indy-Northeast Offices
Jason J Gutt, M.D.
Jason J Gutt, M.D.Indy-South Office
Nicole R Klein, M.D.
Nicole R. Klein, M.D.Carmel, Indy-Northeast and Noblesville Offices
Lauren A Hansen, M.D.
Lauren A Hansen, M.D.Greenwood and Indy-South Offices
Eric Y. Knoll, M.D.
Eric Y. Knoll, M.D.Greenwood and Indy-South Offices
Clem J McDonald, M.D.
Clem J. McDonald, M.D.Avon and Greencastle Offices
James D. Miner, M.D.
James D. Miner, M.D.Greenfield and Indy-Northeast Offices
Michael W. Myers, M.D.
Michael W. Myers, M.D.Avon, Greenfield, and Indy-Northeast Offices
Maximillian S. Newell, M.D.
Maximillian S. Newell, M.D.Indy-South and Shelbyville Offices
Ruchin Patel, M.D.
Ruchin Patel, M.D.Carmel and Community North Offices
Laryn A. Peterson, M.D.
Laryn A. Peterson, M.D.Indy-East and Indy-Northeast Offices
Megan Wood, M.D.
Megan Wood, M.D.Greenfield and Saxony Offices
Sarah Polacek, PA-C
Sarah Polacek, PA-CCarmel and Indy-South Offices
Serving the following counties in Central Indiana: Marion County, Hamilton County, Hancock County, Hendricks County, Howard County, Johnson County, Morgan County, Putnam County, Shelby County
Avon
1115 N. Ronald Reagan Pkwy.
Suite 255
Avon, IN 46123
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Carmel
11725 Illinois Street
Suite 447
Carmel, IN 46032
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Greencastle
1542 S. Bloomington Street
Greencastle, IN 46135
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Greenfield
One Memorial Square
Suite 230
Greenfield, IN 46140
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Greenwood
2020 S. State Road 135
Suite 200
Greenwood, IN 46143
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NE Indianapolis
8040 Clearvista Pkwy
Suite 350
Indianapolis, IN 46256
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North Indianapolis
1070 E. 86th Street
Suite 72C
Indianapolis, IN 46240
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South Indianapolis
5255 E. Stop 11 Road
Suite 405
Indianapolis, IN 46237
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Kokomo
2350 S Dixon Road
Suite 415
Kokomo, IN 46902
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Mooresville
1001 Hadley Road
Suite 140
Mooresville, IN 46158
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Noblesville
18051 River Avenue
Suite 104
Noblesville, IN 46062
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Shelbyville
2451 Intelliplex Drive
Suite 250
Shelbyville, IN 46176
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  • About Us
    • Why Choose Whisper?
    • Meet Your Audiologists
    • Meet Your Physicians
    • FAQs
    • Newsletters
    • In the Community
    • Testimonials
  • Services
    • Tinnitus Treatment
    • Hearing Aid Repair
    • Hearing Evaluation
    • Custom Hearing Protection
    • Assistive Listening Devices
    • Implantable Devices
  • Hearing Solutions
    • Hearing Aid Services
    • Hearing Aid Styles
  • Resources
    • Types of Hearing Loss
    • Causes of Hearing Loss
    • Consequences & Prevention of Hearing Loss
    • Tinnitus
    • Balance Disorders
    • Hearing Quiz
    • Online Hearing Screener
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Michael A. Agostino, MD

Michael Agostino, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Dr. Agostino is a native of South Bend, Indiana, and a 1985 alumnus of the University of Notre Dame. He graduated from the Indiana University School of Medicine in 1989. He completed his residency training in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the Indiana University Medical Center in 1994. He has been certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology since 1995.

He has extensive experience in pediatric Otolaryngology from working at Riley Children’ Hospital from 2008 to 2012. He has served as a full—time member of the IU School of Medicine faculty as an invited clinical assistant professor of Otolaryngology. Previously, Dr. Agostino practiced with Otolaryngology, Inc., in South Bend for 14 years, where he assisted in teaching medical students and family medicine residents.

Valerie Ann Ball, MD, F.A.C.S.

Valerie Ann Ball, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Dr. Ball earned her undergraduate degree at St. Mary’s College, where she was valedictorian of her class. She received her master’s and medical degrees from the University of Cincinnati. Dr. Ball completed her otolaryngology residency at Indiana University. She was awarded first place two years running for her work in the Marlow Manion Research competition at Indiana University Medical Center.

Dr. Ball’s hobbies include biking, golf, and other sports. Her brother,Michael, and sister, Victoria, are also doctors here in central Indiana.

Richard J. Biggerstaff, MD

Richard J. Biggerstaff, M.D.

Dr. Biggerstaff received his BS from Indiana State University of Evansville. He received his medical degree, and completed his otolaryngology residency at Indiana University School of Medicine. He received his Otolaryngology Board Certification in 1984.

He then broadened his interests and training by completing a Fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and receiving his certification from the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in 1992. He specializes inaesthetic surgery of the head and neck region.

Dr. Biggerstaff is also currently Associate Clinical Professor at Indiana University School of Medicine in Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery.

Benjamin-J.-Copeland

Benjamin J. Copeland, M.D.

Otologist Benjamin Copeland provides specialized, comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of ear and skull base conditions. Dr. Copeland received his BA in Biology from Wittenburg University where he was a member of the honors program and graduated Cum Laude. He earned his PhD in Neuroscience from the Ohio State University College of Medicine and later became an MD after attending medical school at Ohio State.

Dr. Copeland completed fellowship training in Otology/ Neurotology at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, as well as a residency in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery.

Dr. Swapna A. Eisinger

Swapna A. Eisinger, M.D.

Dr. Swapna A. Eisinger works at our Greenwood, Mooresville, and South offices.
Anthony Fama, M.D.

Anthony Fama, M.D.

Dr. Fama works at the Indy-South and Greenwood Offices.
David J Fang, MD

David J Fang, M.D.

Dr. Fang’s medical interests include pediatric otolaryngology, sinus disease and surgery, head, neck, and thyroid surgery, adult and childhood sleep disorders, and otologic diseases. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology and Chemistry and his medical degree from Indiana University. He completed his residency in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Fang is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.

Dr. Fang’s hobbies include racquetball, travel, and outdoor activities.

John D Goldenberg, M.D.

John D Goldenberg, M.D.

Dr. Goldenberg’s practice encompasses the entire spectrum of ear, nose and throat disorders, but is primarily focused in the management of head and neck tumors. These include both benign and malignant processes within the salivary glands, thyroid and parathyroid glands, skin of the head and neck, nose, sinuses, mouth and throat. The reconstruction of traumatic and surgical defects within the head and neck using a variety of techniques including microvascular surgery is also a major aspect of his practice.

Dr. Goldenberg received his undergraduate medical degrees from Indiana University. He completed an Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery residency at the University of Illinois in Chicago. Following residency, Dr. Goldenberg completed a Head and Neck Surgical Oncology (cancer) and Reconstructive Fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania. He is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology, a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a Fellow of the American Head and Neck Society

Dr. Goldenberg lives in the Indianapolis area with his wife and three sons, Jack, Henry and Eli.

Jason J Gutt, M.D.

Jason J Gutt, M.D.

Originally from Columbus, Ohio, Dr. Gutt pursued his undergraduate education in Bloomington where he received a B.S. in Biology from Indiana University. He graduated with highest honors and was the recipient of numerous awards and scholarships. Dr. Gutt became an avid Hoosier basketball fan which helped him decide to further his medical education at the Indiana University School of Medicine. He graduated in the top of his class and completed both his surgical internship and his otolaryngology residency at the Indiana University Medical Center.

Dr. Gutt has special interests in Head and Neck Oncology and Surgery, Otology and Pediatric Otolaryngology. He has published and won awards for his research on MRI safety for patients with otologic middle ear and stapes implants and for his study of laryngeal basaloid squamous cell carcinoma.

Dr. Gutt is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS). He enjoys golf, basketball, and spending time with his wife and three children.

Nicole R Klein, M.D.

Nicole R. Klein, M.D.

Dr. Klein, who practices in our Noblesville office, received her undergraduate degree in Chemistry and medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Klein also completed her residency training in head and neck surgery at Indiana University’s Department of Otolaryngology and an internship in the school’s Department of General Surgery.

Dr. Klein has a special interest in Pediatric Otolaryngology, Plastic and Reconstructive Facial Surgery and Head and Neck Surgery.

She is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery, American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Alpha Omega Alpha. Dr. Klein enjoys running, tennis, skiing and spending time with her husband and their two daughters.

Lauren A Hansen, M.D.

Lauren A Hansen, M.D.

Dr. Hansen received her B.S. from Wheeling Jesuit University, where she was an Academic All-American, Captain, and MVP on the women’s basketball team. In addition, Dr. Hansen graduated from her University as Salutatorian, Summa Cum Laude and received multiple honors including Laut Honors and induction into Alpha Sigma Nu Honor Society. She received her medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Hansen completed her internship and residency in otolaryngology at the Indiana University School of Medicine in Indianapolis.

Dr. Hansen’s practice encompasses the full range of otolaryngology, including nasal and sinus disease and surgical management of thyroid and parathyroid disease. In addition she has developed an interest in the surgical management of diseases of the salivary glands, facial skin cancer reconstruction, as well as pediatric ear, nose, throat conditions.

Eric Y. Knoll, M.D.

Eric Y. Knoll, M.D.

Dr. Knoll received his undergraduate degree from Indiana University- Bloomington. He earned his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1987.

His training included internship at Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, Indiana, one year of general surgery at Methodist Hospital, and a three-year residency in Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery at the Indiana University Medical Center completing in 1993. He was board certified in 1994.

Clem J McDonald, M.D.

Clem J. McDonald, M.D.

Dr. Clem McDonald completed his medical education, post-doctorate research fellowship and his residency in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery from the Indiana University School of Medicine. He enjoys all aspects of otolaryngology, including pediatrics, rhinology and sinus disease, and otologic surgery. Dr. McDonald was born and raised in Indianapolis, graduated from Brebeuf High School, and obtained his undergraduate degree from the University of Notre Dame. He is the recipient of numerous academic and research awards, including a special research recognition award for excellence in 2003. He is a board-licensed physician who has made numerous national presentations, including several on his research in cochlear implants. In his spare time, Dr. McDonald enjoys spending time with wife Kellie, daughters Kate and Molly, and other family and friends, as well as basketball and biking.

James D. Miner, M.D.

Eric Y. Knoll, M.D.

Dr. Miner graduated from Peru High School and received his undergraduate degree from Wabash College. He received his medical degree and completed his otolaryngology residency at Indiana University. He is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Dr. Miner is Clinical Assistant Professor at Indiana University Medical Center in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery.

Dr. Miner was born in Pontiac, Michigan. He and his wife, Peggy, have two children, Benjamin and Katelyn.

Michael W. Myers, M.D.

Michael W. Myers, M.D.

Dr. Knoll received his undergraduate degree from Indiana University- Bloomington. He earned his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1987.

His training included internship at Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, Indiana, one year of general surgery at Methodist Hospital, and a three-year residency in Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery at the Indiana University Medical Center completing in 1993. He was board certified in 1994.

Maximillian S. Newell, M.D.

Maximillian S. Newell, M.D.

Dr. Newell’s medical interests include sinus and nasal surgery, thyroid/parathyroid surgery, head and neck surgery, and pediatric otolaryngology. He received his undergraduate degree in Biology and his medical degree from Indiana University. Dr. Newell is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. He is also a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery, American Medical Association, Indiana State Medical Association, and Marion County Medical Society.

Dr. Newell was born in Paducah, Kentucky. He is married and has two children. His hobbies include running, golf, and fishing.

Ruchin Patel, M.D.

Ruchin Patel, M.D.

Dr. Patel works at our Carmel and Community North offices.

Laryn A. Peterson, M.D.

Laryn A. Peterson, M.D.

Dr. Peterson received her B.A. from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She received her medical degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis. She completed her internship in general surgery at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana, and her residency in otolaryngology at the Indiana University School of Medicine.

Dr. Peterson is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology. Her areas of clinical specialty include general otolaryngology and head and neck surgery.

Megan Wood, M.D.

Megan Wood, M.D.

Dr. Wood works at our Greenfield and Saxony offices.

Sarah Polacek, PA-C

Sarah Polacek, PA-C

Sarah joined Otolaryngology Associates in 2014. As a physician assistant, she works closely with Dr. Copeland to provide diagnosis, treatment, and postoperative care related to the ear and other non-surgical ENT complaints including dizziness and vertigo. Sarah completed her undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at Butler University in Indianapolis. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in both health sciences and science, technology, and society with honors as well as a master’s degree in physician assistant studies. Sarah is certified by the National Commission of Physician Assistants.