Dr. Thomas Gal Jr, MD
Ear, Nose, and Throat  · Â
Male  · Â
Age 48
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Dr. Thomas Gal Jr, MD is an otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat) specialist in Lexington, KY and has been practicing for 15 years. He graduated from Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University, Thomas Jefferson University in 1993 and specializes in ear, nose, and throat and otolaryngology-head and neck surgery.
Ear, Nose and Thoat University of Kentucky
740 N Limestone
Lexington, KY 40508
(859) 257-5405
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Bluegrass Family Health
- Cigna
- Commercial Insurance Company
- Coventry Health Care
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)
- Humana
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Top Care Areas
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Head and Neck Cancer
very high
more than 99% of peers
Tonsil Cancer
very high
more than 98% of peers
Tongue Cancer
very high
more than 98% of peers
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Care Philosophy
This content was provided by Dr. Gal Jr "I take care of my patients by utilizing a multidisciplinary approach to treat head and neck cancers. I know that getting the care you need in a timely manner is important to you and your family. I strive to get my patients scheduled without delay so your treatment and recovery can begin."
2 Â Specialties
- Ear, Nose, and Throat
- Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
1 Â Board Certifications
- OtolaryngologyAccredited by: American Board of Otolaryngology*
83 Â Conditions Treated
- Abscess
- Acute Laryngitis
- Acute Sinusitis
- All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
- Allergic Reaction
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Autoimmune Diseases
- Bell's Palsy
- Bone Cancer
- Bone Disorders
- Brain Disorders
- Broken Nose
- Cancer
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak (CSF Leak)
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Cough
- Deafness
- Dizziness
- Drooping Eyelids (Ptosis)
- Dysphagia
- Ear Ache
- Ear Disorders
- Esophageal Cancer
- Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Eyelid Disorders
- Facial Fracture
- Facial Trauma
- Fracture
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Gastrointestinal Diseases
- Gum Cancer
- Head and Neck Cancer
- Head and Neck Tumor
- Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
- Headache
- Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
- Inverted Papilloma
- Jaw Fracture
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Laryngitis
- Larynx Conditions
- Leukoplakia
- Lip Cancer
- Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
- Maxillary and Malar Fractures
- Nosebleed
- Oral Cancer
- Orbital Fracture
- Osteoradionecrosis
- Osteosarcoma
- Otitis Media
- Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
- Parathyroid Cancer
- Peritonsillar Abscess
- Pharyngeal Cancer
- Pharyngitis
- Pituitary Tumor
- Pulmonary Disease
- Salivary Gland Cancer
- Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
- Sinus Tumor
- Sinusitis
- Skull Base Tumor
- Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Disorders
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
- Sore Throat
- Throat Cancer
- Throat Cancer (Hypopharyngeal)
- Throat Cancer (Nasopharyngeal)
- Throat Cancer (Oropharyngeal)
- Thyroid Cancer
- Tinnitus
- Tongue Cancer
- Tongue-Tie
- Tonsil Cancer
- Trachea Cancer
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Vertigo
- Vocal Cord Nodule
- Vocal Cord Paralysis
- Vocal Cord Polyp
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51 Â Procedures
- Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
- Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
- Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
- Cervical Lymph Node Dissection
- Cleft Palate Repair (Palatoplasty)
- Dacryocystorhinostomy
- Ear Surgery
- Ear Tube Placement
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery With Navigational System
- ENT Surgery
- Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
- Excision of Parotid, Sublingual, or Submandibular Gland
- Excision or Destruction of Palate or Uvula Lesion
- Excision or Destruction of Pharynx Lesion
- Excision or Destruction of Tongue Lesion
- Facial Reconstruction
- Glossectomy
- Head and Neck Surgery
- Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
- Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
- Laryngectomy and Pharyngectomy
- Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy
- Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
- Lip, Excision or Resection
- Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
- Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
- Maxillofacial Surgery
- Microvascular Head and Neck Reconstructive Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Parathyrodectomy
- Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
- Paracentesis
- Parathyroid Surgery
- Parathyroidectomy
- Pituitary Surgery
- Sinus Surgery
- Skull Base Surgery
- Sphenoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
- Sphenoidotomy (Sinus Surgery)
- Tear Duct Surgery
- Thyroid Lobectomy
- Thyroid Surgery
- Thyroidectomy
- Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
- Tonsillectomy
- Tracheal Reconstruction
- Tracheal Resection
- Tracheal Surgery
- TransOral Robotic Surgery (TORS)
- Tumor Resection
- Vestibule and Floor of Mouth, Excision or Destruction
- Wound Repair
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0 Sanctions
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0 Board Actions
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Education
- Pennsylvania State UniversityUndergraduate School | Graduated 1991
- Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University, Thomas Jefferson UniversityMedical School | Graduated 1993
- University Of South Florida / College Of MedicineInternship Hospital | Completed 1994
- University Of South Florida / College Of MedicineResidency Hospital | Completed 1999
- University Of Washington Medical CenterFellowship Hospital | Completed 2003
- University Of Pennsylvania Transoral Robotic Surgery TrainingOther Education | Completed 2011
- University Of Washington Master Of Public HealthOther Education | Completed 2003
Awards & Recognition
Awards & Honors
- Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Languages Spoken
- English
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Dr. Gal Jr accepts 17 insurance carriers
- AetnaAetna HMOChoice Plus POS II
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue ShieldAnthem Blue Cross Blue Shield HMOAnthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPOBlue Access Choice PPOBlue Preferred HMO
- Blue Cross Blue ShieldBlue Card PPO
- Bluegrass Family Health
- CignaCigna HMOCigna PPOGreat West Healthcare-Cigna PPOOpen Access
- Commercial Insurance Company
- Coventry Health Care
- First Health (Coventry Health Care)First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
- HumanaChoice Care PPO
- Mail Handlers Benefit Plan (MHBP)
- Managed Care (Non-HMO)
- Medicaid of Kentucky
- Medical Mutual of Ohio
- MultiPlanMultiPlan PPO
- Principal Life
- Sagamore Health NetworkSagamore Plus
- UnitedHealthCareChoice Plus POSNavigate HMONavigate POSOptions PPOUnited Healthcare
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