South Denver ENT & Allergy

ARVIN K RAO, MD Board Certified Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialist


Welcome.  South Denver ENT & Allergy is a team of compassionate professionals located in Littleton, CO providing comprehensive medical and surgical care of the ear, nose, and throat.  We treat all aspects of the ear, nose, and throat including nasal obstruction, sinusitis, tonsils and adenoids, voice care, inhalant and food allergy testing.  Dr. Rao has special interest and training in treating nasal, sinus, and upper respiratory disorders using innovative and minimally invasive diagnostic and therapeutic techniques.

Dr. Arvin Rao is a highly trained, American Board of Otolaryngology certified, otolaryngologist dedicated to providing comprehensive medical and surgical care of the ear, nose and throat in both children and adults.  Dr. Rao founded South Denver ENT & Allergy in 2006.  He shares an office with Colorado Pulmonary Intensivists (CPI).  CPI has earned a reputation for innovative and quality pulmonary and critical care and their commitment to the best possible outcome.  Dr. Rao, as well as nurse practitioner Kaitlyn Seltzer and physician assistant Carrie Chanos, want you to be an informed decision maker and fully understand the health issues you face.  They will follow up to assure problems are resolved and your health improved.

Our friendly front desk staff will greet you with a smile and work to assure that your medical problem is addressed in a timely manner. Our knowledgeable, experienced, and friendly nursing staff will listen to your questions and concerns, and provide answers to your questions in a compassionate, timely, and professional manner. Dr. Rao, Kaitlyn, and Carrie will take the time to address your medical concerns and to understand you, both as a patient and on a personal level. In fact, our personal interaction with you, our patient, is where we get the greatest satisfaction. If this sounds like a practice that fits with your expectations, come by and visit us, or call our office to make an appointment or ask any questions.

CORONAVIRUS HEALTH ALERT:  In order to protect both patients and staff, South Denver ENT & Allergy is now offering Telemedicine Video Encounters with Kaitlyn Seltzer, NP. In accordance with position statements from the American Academy of Otolaryngology (AAO) and American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy (AAOA), South Denver ENT has put in place policies and procedures to assure the safety of patients and staff and has resumed elective and non-emergent procedures as well as office encounters including immunotherapy.



COVID-19 HEALTH ALERT:  South Denver ENT is now offering Telemedicine Video Encounters with Kaitlyn Seltzer, FNP-BC as well as in office visits and procedures.  Please call 303 953-6767 to schedule a visit.

  • "A great experience from consultation to post op follow-ups. Procedure (nasal surgery) has made a big difference in quality of life and I wish I had done it years ago."
    Ryan G. October 9, 2018
  • "My experience with South Denver ENT & Allergy was very positive. My surgery and subequent recovery was painless and handled carefully. I'm very grateful for my resulting improved quality of life."
    T.B. April 24, 2018
  • "I am very pleased with the positive result of my procedure. Dr. Rao is informative and makes you feel comfortable. My experience with Dr. Rao is thebest medical experience I ever had. All my family and friends will be seeing Dr. Rao for their ENT needs."
    C.D. January 31, 2018
  • "Remarkable! I feel like I am a new person after the care from Dr. Rao. My life has truly changed for the better. I wish I would have met Dr. Rao years earlier."
    Chris D. April 25, 2018

Featured Articles

Read about helpful topics

  • Earwax

    Earwax, known as cerumen, is part of the ear's natural process to keep dust and dirt from reaching the eardrum. Normally, dust and dirt are trapped in the earwax, which then dries up and falls out of the ear. But some people experience a build up of earwax, which causes a blockage that reduces hearing. ...

    Read More
  • Tinnitus

    Tinnitus is a ringing or swishing noise in one or both ears that originates inside the ear or head. Most people will experience tinnitus at some juncture in their lives. While it is not harmful, the sound can be disturbing, particularly in chronic cases. Tinnitus is usually a symptom of some other ...

    Read More
  • Hearing Loss

    Hearing loss has a lot of different causes and manifestations. It can be sudden or gradual. It can occur in one ear or both ears. It can be temporary or permanent. It happens to people of all ages and is associated with the aging process. Before discussing causes and treatments for hearing loss, it is ...

    Read More
  • Ear Infection

    OVERVIEW The ear is made up of three sections: the outer ear, middle ear and inner ear. Each of these areas is susceptible to infections, which can be painful. Young children have a greater tendency to get earaches. While most ear pain resolves itself in a matter of days, you should get a physical examination ...

    Read More
  • Dizziness

    OVERVIEW The inner ear serves two purposes: hearing and balance. There are mechanisms in the ear that inform the brain about your position, orientation in space and movement and all times – to keep you in balance. A false sensation of spinning or whirling, known as vertigo, can occur when the ...

    Read More
  • Breathing Problems

    OVERVIEW The nose serves three primary functions: to warm, humidify and filter air as it passes into the body. Breathing problems may impact one or multiple of these functions. Breathing problems can be temporary or chronic, mild or severe, but they usually increase with age. Breathing problems are assessed ...

    Read More
  • Chronic Sinusitis

    OVERVIEW Sinus infections (acute sinusitis) are a common problem that many people experience at some point. Chronic sinusitis is a different problem, defined by chronic inflammation in the sinuses. This article will discuss the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for chronic sinusitis. We hope that ...

    Read More
  • Cleft Palate/Cleft Lip

    OVERVIEW Cleft palate/cleft lip are the most common types of birth defects. About one baby in 2,000 is born with a cleft palate and one in 1,000 is born with a cleft lip. Cleft palate/cleft lips occur when the two sides of either the roof of the mouth (palate) or the lips fail to fuse together in the ...

    Read More
  • Thyroid Problems

    The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland that resides at the base of the neck and produces hormones that regulate metabolism (how the body converts food into energy). Abnormal production of thyroid hormones results in thyroid disease. Two main causes of thyroid problems are overproduction of thyroid hormones, ...

    Read More
  • Thyroid Cancer

    Thyroid cancer is usually recognized by thyroid nodules or swelling of the thyroid gland (goiter). A benign thyroid nodule is called an adenoma. Diagnostic techniques used to identify thyroid cancer are ultrasound, fine needle biopsy, nuclear medicine or CT scan. Other symptoms include hoarseness, difficulty ...

    Read More

Our Location

Find us on the map

Hours of Operation

Our Regular Schedule

South Denver ENT & Allergy

Monday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Wednesday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Thursday:

8:00 am-5:00 pm

Friday:

8:00 am-3:00 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed

##############################