Dr Sharon Williams Ear Nose & Throat Specialist Overkloof

Dr Sharon Williams – Ear, Nose & Throat Specialist in Overkloof, Cape Town

About Dr Sharon Williams

Dr Sharon Williams is a highly skilled Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) specialist based in Overkloof, Cape Town, with over 30 years of experience in the field. She obtained her MBBCh from the University of the Witwatersrand in 1986 and gained valuable experience during her elective period in Plastic Surgery and Child Psychiatry at Harvard University in 1984.

Dr Williams began her medical career with an internship at the renowned Baragwanath Hospital (now Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital) in 1987. She then worked at several prominent teaching hospitals in the Johannesburg and Gauteng areas before moving to Cape Town, where she has built her private practice.

She completed her Otorhinolaryngology training at Groote Schuur Hospital in 1994 and received the ENT Registrar’s prize in 1992. Dr Williams also spent two months at the Vrye University in Amsterdam, where she worked in Professor Snow’s Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery unit, gaining hands-on experience and contributing to research on molecular biology and its applications in head and neck cancer.

Dr Williams’ education and training, combined with her ongoing commitment to learning, have shaped her into a knowledgeable and compassionate ENT surgeon. Her particular interests include Paediatric ENT, hearing loss, vertigo, the professional voice, and allergic rhinitis. She also embraces a holistic approach to medicine, having completed a Certificate Course in Integrative Medicine in 2010 at the University of Stellenbosch.

Services Offered by Dr Sharon Williams

Paediatric ENT

Dr Williams is passionate about treating young patients and has years of experience in managing conditions affecting children. She provides specialised care for a range of paediatric ENT issues, including:

• Ear infections
• Tonsillitis and adenoid problems
• Speech and hearing concerns
• Chronic sinusitis

Professional Voice Care

Dr Williams offers expert care for individuals who rely on their voice for their profession, such as teachers, singers, and public speakers. She specialises in:

• Voice disorders
• Hoarseness and vocal strain
• Voice preservation techniques

Hearing Loss & Vertigo

Dr Williams diagnoses and treats conditions related to hearing and balance. Her services include:

• Hearing loss: Diagnosis and management of both conductive and sensorineural hearing loss, including the use of hearing aids or surgical intervention when necessary.
• Vertigo and dizziness: Investigating and treating balance disorders, with a focus on vertigo and its underlying causes.

Allergic Rhinitis

With her background in Immunology and Haematology, Dr Williams has a particular interest in allergies and altered immune responses. She treats conditions such as:

• Seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis
• Sinus problems related to allergies
• Nasal congestion and postnasal drip

General ENT Services

Dr Williams provides a wide range of general ENT services for both adults and children, including:

• Ear infections and management
• Sinus conditions and nasal blockages
• Snoring and sleep apnoea
• Tonsil and adenoid removal
• Sore throats and voice issues

Additional Information

Dr Sharon Williams’ practice is based in Overkloof, where she offers compassionate care to patients from all age groups, from infants to the elderly. She takes a personalised approach to each patient’s care, considering not only the symptoms but also the broader health and lifestyle factors that may be affecting their condition.

Dr Williams regularly updates her knowledge by reading the latest medical journals and attending both local and international conferences on otorhinolaryngology, allergy, and integrative medicine. This ensures that her patients receive the most up-to-date treatment options available.

Her commitment to excellence is reflected in her long-standing reputation as a trusted ENT specialist in Cape Town. She is particularly proud of her son, who is currently studying speech and hearing therapy at the University of the Witwatersrand, and takes a keen interest in staying current with advancements in speech therapy and audiology.

For a thorough consultation with a highly experienced ENT specialist in Overkloof, contact Dr Sharon Williams today.