Clinical Interests
- Endoscopic and minimally invasive ear surgery
- Laser surgery of the ear
- Hearing loss
- New hearing aid technologies
- Implantable hearing devices, Baha, Ponto
- Cochlear implants
- Management of chronic ear disease and cholesteatoma
- Eustachian tube dysfunction and ear tubes
- Pulsatile tinnitus and middle ear myoclonus
- Vestibular and balance disorders
- Meniere disease
Research Interests
- Endoscopic and minimally invasive ear surgery
- Hearing preservation in patients undergoing cancer treatment
- Clicking tinnitus, middle ear and palatal myoclonus
- Applications of engineering in ear surgery
- Understanding chronic ear disease
- Hearing restoration
Education
- MD, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
- MS, Electrical Engineering, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
Training
- Fellowship, Otology and Neurotology, Paparella Ear Head & Neck Institute, Minneapolis, MN
- Residency, Otolaryngology, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO
Board Certification
- Otolaryngology
Memberships
- American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery
Awards and Honors
- Best Basic Science Research Presentation Award, University of Missouri
- William E. Davis Resident Research Award, University of Missouri
- Powell Predoctoral Fellowship, Graduate School of Engineering, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
- Tau Beta Pi, Engineering Honor Society
- Top Doctors, Otolaryngology, Philadelphia magazine, 2018-2021
The staff was amazing. The doctor seemed to be in a little bit of a rush. When I spoke to her, she interrupted me twice. It seemed like she didn't like what I was saying or maybe I was not answering her the way she wanted me to? It felt a little awkward.
very good
Dr. Pollak is a excellent physician. Her memory is exceptional. Happy she's my dr.
Dr. Pollak is an outstanding physician. Her office staff was very friendly and helpful too.
Excellent service.
Thank you, my doctor Natasha!
My first time seeing this doctor. I was pleased and she was helpful.
Dr.Pollak and her staff were extremely courteous and professional. They took time to listen and help me figure out my reasoning for my visit.
I have always found the doctor & staff to give me their full attention - no hurry.
Dr. Pollak saw me as my head & neck surgeon left Temple. She is very knowledgeable & attentive - very happy with her care.
Dr. Pollack is a top notch doctor. I would recommend her to all. [...]
Excellent health care experience!
she seemed mean and aggressive and not compassionate
Good experience.
This is the first time I have been seen by Dr. Pollak. She is wonderful. She is on top of her game. She truly cares for your health. I highly recommend her.
My experience with Dr. Pollak is always wonderful!
very satisfactory
good experience
very satisfied
Doctor N. Pollak is the best otolaryngologist. She cured my complicated [...] middle ear when 2 others doctors could not.