Dr. Sean Larner is a fellowship-trained, board-certified Otologist providing highly specialized ear and hearing care to the Ambler community. A native of Warrington, PA, Dr. Larner founded Greater Philadelphia Ear Specialists, P.C, to provide a dedicated resource for patients in Montgomery and Bucks Counties seeking advanced medical and surgical management of complex ear and balance disorders.

As the leader of the region’s only practice exclusively focused on Otology and Neurotology, Dr. Larner offers specialized care for both children and adults throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania.

Specialized Ear Care in Philadelphia & Ambler

Board certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, Dr. Larner specializes in the surgical and medical treatment of: 

• Chronic Ear Disease: Management of chronic otitis media and cholesteatoma.
• Hearing Restoration: Advanced procedures including stapedectomy for otosclerosis, ossicular chain reconstruction and cochlear implantation.
• Eardrum Repair: Advanced techniques for tympanic membrane perforations.
• Vestibular Disorders: Comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of Meniere’s disease and complex balance issues.

Education & Fellowship Training

Dr. Larner’s extensive training includes:

• Fellowship: Otology and Neurotology under the mentorship of Drs. Douglas Chen and Todd Hillman at Allegheny General Hospital and the Pittsburgh Ear Research Foundation.
• Residency: Otolaryngology and Facial Plastic Surgery at UPMC Hamot in Erie, PA.
• Medical School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine where he was a member of Sigma Sigma Phi, an honorary osteopathic service fraternity, and earned the Excellence in Surgery Award.
• Undergraduate: University of Pittsburgh (Magna Cum Laude).

Professional Certifications & Affiliations

• Board Certified: American Osteopathic Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery.
• Hospital & ASC Affiliations: Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital and Abington Surgical Center.
• Professional Associations: American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, American Osteopathic Association, American Osteopathic College of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, Pennsylvania Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, Pennsylvania Medical Society.
• Academic Contribution: Dr. Larner has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and continues to present research at national and local levels.

NPI: 1568722858

Patient Reviews

★★★★★

“Dr. Larner is professional, knowledgeable, and patient. He clearly explains procedures, processes, diagnoses and courses of treatment. He is appreciated. I am glad that he is my physician. I highly recommend him.” — Google Review

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