Biography
Dr. McMullen is a native of New Orleans, having earned his undergraduate degree from LSU in Baton Rouge, LA and his medical degree from LSU Health Sciences Center in New Orleans, LA. Dr. McMullen then completed his training in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (ENT) at The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, James Cancer Hospital, and Nationwide Children’s Hospital, which are all nationally recognized in the field of ENT. Dr. McMullen is Board Certified in Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery. He is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery.
Dr. McMullen provides comprehensive medical and surgical care within ENT, including care of both pediatric and adult patients. He routinely performs office-based procedures for certain conditions, including balloon sinuplasty.
Examples of common disorders treated:
- Ear problems (recurrent ear infections, hearing loss, ear drum perforation, disorders of inner ear / balance)
- Nasal Issues (chronic sinus and allergy problems, nasal obstruction, deviated septum, sleep disturbance)
- Throat problems (tonsil / adenoid surgery, hoarseness / vocal cord problems, swallowing dysfunction, neck masses / lumps, surgery for thyroid disorders, salivary gland issues)
- Facial reconstruction following skin cancer excision
- Surgical treatment of sleep apnea
Dr. McMullen enjoys being back in southern Louisiana and lives in Covington with his wife and four children.
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Education and Training
Medical School
LSU Health Sciences Center - New Orleans
Field of Study: Medical Degree
Residency
Ohio State University Medical Center
Field of Study: Otolaryngology
Certifications
- American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery - Otolaryngology
Ochsner Patient Verified Reviews
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Dr. McMullen is superior physician. He is a model for all other physicians.
Dr. McMullen is a wonderful doctor. He listens and explains clearly so the patient can understand. He is very patient with his patients.
Highly impressed. Outstanding level of professionalism
Dr. McMullen is the best!
Discussed before proceeding.
Very professional and courteous. Answered all my questions.
The doctor was very helpful and knowledgeable.
Good
Dr. McMullen is very knowledgeable, easy to talk to and explains everything in terms I can understand. He is very patient and respectful. I highly recommend him.
I was really impressed with Dr McMullen. He helped me soooo much
Doctor was concerned and very knowledgeable about my condition.
Dr. McMullen and his staff were so patient with my toddler. He did an excellent job at answering all questions.
The doctor is professional; knowledgeable; listened to my concern; and after following up on my concern, explained the reason for my condition.
Dr. McMullen was very informative and took time to listen to my questions.
Excellent
Awesome
Very great. Dr McMullen listened to my concerns and responded empathetically, he is a good doctor and very caring
Good experience
I really liked Dr. McMullin, very nice, explained a lot to me about my sinus issues and I feel with him I will get relief from my issues.
Dr McMullen is very caring and explains everything
Really impressed me.
Doctor was fantastic. He explained everything he was doing and took care to not worry or frighten my daughter. He gave her time she needed to compose herself when the appointment became overwhelming for her. Very pleased with the care she received.
Dr McMullen is one of the best doctors (from all disciplines) that I have visited. He is careful to make sure I understand what is going on with my sinuses, and he is also careful to make sure I am engaged in deciding on my plan of care. I will definitely recommend Dr McMullen to anyone needing an ENT doctor or surgeon.
Enjoyed meeting Dr McMullen
I highly recommend Dr. McMullen to family and friends. He really takes the time to listen and explain thoroughly my situation. I truly value him as a provider and I am thankful he is still here at Ochsner.