Dr. Josh Yorgason

Josh Yorgason, MD is a board-certified ear, nose, and throat (ENT) surgeon specializing in ear and sinus surgery, hearing loss, and balance disorders. He cares for both adults and children and brings more than a decade of experience in advanced ENT treatment. Dr. Yorgason also serves on the medical staff of several hospitals, including Banner University Medical Center, Banner Desert Medical Center, and Banner Thunderbird Medical Center.

Dr. Yorgason studied Human Biology at Brigham Young University and earned dual undergraduate degrees in Neuroscience & Behavior and Slavic Literature from Columbia University in New York City. He went on to receive his Doctor of Medicine from Columbia University.

His postgraduate training includes:

• General Surgery internship — University of Texas Southwestern and Parkland Memorial Hospital
  
• Inner ear cell and molecular biology research fellowship — House Ear Institute, Los Angeles
  
• Otolaryngology residency — University of Utah and Primary Children’s Medical Center
  
• Neurotology fellowship — Paparella Ear, Head and Neck Institute, Minneapolis
  
  

In Minnesota, Dr. Yorgason served on hospital staff at Allina Health, M Health Fairview, St. Paul Children’s Hospital, Maple Grove Hospital, and North Memorial Hospital. He was Director of the Paparella Ear, Head, and Neck Institute Fellowship Program and established the MN Ear & Sinus Center.

He has been actively involved in professional leadership, serving on the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Hearing Committee, the Committee on Implantable Hearing Devices, and as an associate of the Advanced Otology Fellowship Consortium.

Dr. Yorgason is a member of the:

• American Medical Association
  
• American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
  
• American Neurotologic Society
  
  

His research contributions have been recognized with the NIH Institutional Research Award (twice) and the Stephen Gray Memorial Resident Research Award.

Dr. Yorgason is committed to delivering comprehensive and compassionate ENT care with a focus on achieving the best possible outcomes for his patients. He incorporates advanced, minimally invasive techniques whenever appropriate to promote efficient recovery and long-term health benefits. Through clear communication and a collaborative decision-making process, he ensures that patients and their families are well informed and actively engaged in their treatment plans.

Dr. Yorgason provides expert ENT, sinus, and otology care, including:

• Ear surgery and chronic ear disease management
  
• Hearing loss evaluation and treatment
  
• Balance disorders, vertigo, and dizziness
  
• Sinus care and chronic sinusitis treatment
  
• Balloon sinuplasty
  
• Pediatric ENT conditions

Outside of medicine, Dr. Yorgason enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and sharing his love of music through singing, piano, and guitar. He also has a passion for sports and outdoor activities, including golf, tennis, skiing, and photography.