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Dr. Kristopher Lay, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat* Age 54
Dr. Kristopher Lay, MD
4.3 (18 Ratings)

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Dr. Kristopher Lay, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Hoover, AL.
Dr. Kristopher Lay, MD
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Dr. Kristopher Lay, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat* Age 54
Hoover, AL
Accepting new patients
23 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Kristopher Lay, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Hoover, AL.

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Dr. Kristopher Lay, MD is an Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose & Throat) Specialist in Hoover, AL and has 23 years experience. They graduated from University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine in 2001 and completed a residency at University of Al Hospital.They currently practice at Alabama Nasal and Sinus Center and are affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham and Grandview Medical Center. Dr. Lay has experience treating conditions like All Headaches (incl. Migraine), Headache and Thrush among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Lay received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 18 times. Their office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Lay is board certified in Otolaryngology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Headache
Thrush
All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Headache
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Thrush
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Acute Respiratory Infection
Acute Sinusitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Infection
Allergic Rhinitis
Cervical Vertigo
Chronic Sinusitis
Chronic Tonsillitis
Deviated Septum
Dizziness
Earwax Buildup
Enlarged Turbinates
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Meniere's Disease
Pharyngeal Candidiasis
Pharyngitis
Postnasal Drip
Salivary Gland Stones and Inflammation
Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Sinusitis
Sudden Deafness and-or Hearing Loss
Tinnitus
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TMJ
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Tonsillitis
Antrostomy and Antrotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Diagnostic Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy
Nasal Septum Surgery (Septoplasty)
Rhinoseptoplasty
Abscess
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Acoustic Neuroma
Acute Laryngitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Tonsillitis
Allergic Reaction
Broken Nose
Chronic Laryngitis
Chronic Rhinitis
Common Cold
Conductive Hearing Loss
Cough
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Deafness
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Dysphagia
Ear Ache
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Ear Cellulitis
Ear Disorders
Ear Infection
ENT Cancer
Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
Facial Fracture
Head and Neck Cancer
Head or Neck Lump or Swelling
Hearing Loss
Hearing Loss Due to Noise
Hoarse Voice (Dysphonia)
Hyperacusis
Labyrinthitis
Laryngitis
Larynx Conditions
Leukoplakia
Loss of Smell and Taste
Loss of Taste
Malignant Bone Cancer of the Skull, Face, and Jaw
Malignant Otitis Externa
Maxillary and Malar Fractures
Mixed Hearing Loss
Myringitis
Nasal Obstruction
Nasal Polyp
Nonsuppurative Otitis Media
Nosebleed
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Oral Cancer
Otitis Media
Otosclerosis
Outer Ear Infection
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Perforated Eardrum
Peritonsillar Abscess
Pharyngolaryngitis
Pulmonary Disease
Sinus Disorders
Sjögren's Syndrome
Sleep Apnea
Snoring
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Soft Tissue Sarcoma of Head, Face, and Neck
Sore Throat
Sudden Idiopathic Hearing Loss
Suppurative Otitis Media
Throat Pain
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Disease
Trigeminal Neuralgia
Vertigo
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Vocal Cord Paralysis
Vocal Cord Polyp
Wheezing
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Ablation or Excision of Nasal Turbinates
Adenoidectomy
Audiometry
Balloon Sinuplasty
Carotid Ultrasound
Ear Surgery
Ear Tube Placement
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery
ENT Surgery
Ethmoidectomy (Sinus Surgery)
Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
Excision of Facial Bone
Excision or Destruction of Palate or Uvula Lesion
Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
Frenectomy
Head and Neck Surgery
Hearing Screening
Home Sleep Study
Intranasal or Sinus Procedure
Laryngoscopy - Laryngotomy - Laryngectomy - Pharyngolaryngectomy - Pharyngectomy
Laryngoscopy and Laryngotomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Middle Ear Implant Candidacy Evaluation
Nasal Surgery
Oral Cancer Screening
Parathyroidectomy
Parotidectomy
Radiofrequency Ablation Turbinate
Sinus Surgery
Sphenoidotomy (Sinus Surgery)
Thyroid Scan
Thyroid Surgery
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Tonsillectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Wound Repair

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Locations

  1. 1 Alabama Nasal and Sinus Center
    7191 Cahaba Valley Rd Ste 301, Hoover, AL 35242

Patient Satisfaction

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4.3
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Nov 13, 2019
Dr Lay was amazing with my 4yo! He was nice and explained things in a way we understood. He was caring during the surgery process and even called a few days later to make sure she was doing alright. He is definitely an ENT I recommend for anyone. He has your best interest in mind.
— Nov 13, 2019
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About Me

Care Philosophy
  • I endeavor to provide excellent care in a compassionate manner which is tailored to the specific needs of each patient. My role is to advocate for the patient's health in a holistic fashion.

Care Philosophy
Biography
  • Dr. Kristopher Lay, MD is an otolaryngology (ear, nose & throat) specialist in Hoover, AL and has over 22 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine in 2001. He specializes in Ear, Nose, and Throat, Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, and more.
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Specialties*
Ear, Nose, and Throat
Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Sinus Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of South Alabama Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine
    2001
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Alabama Hospital
    2002
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • University of Al Hospital
    2006
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Kristopher Lay, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lay's profile.

Dr. Lay frequently treats the following conditions: All Headaches (incl. Migraine), Headache and Thrush. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Kristopher Lay, MD is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham and Grandview Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Kristopher Lay, MD holds board certification in Otolaryngology and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Ascension St. Vincent's Birmingham

    810 Saint Vincents Dr, Birmingham, AL

  • Grandview Medical Center

    3690 Grandview Pkwy, Birmingham, AL