Naugatuck Valley Ear, Nose, and Throat Associates and Connecticut Ear, Nose & Throat Sinus & Allergy Specialists merged July 1, 2026, forming Connecticut ENT Allergy & Sinus, a Waterbury-based practice expanding otolaryngology care across Connecticut.

The combined practice operates from Waterbury, Southbury, and Southington offices, joining board-certified physicians, surgical and audiology services, and a multidisciplinary clinical team from both practices.

Connecticut ENT Allergy & Sinus will treat ear conditions, allergies, sinusitis, ear infections, balance issues, snoring, sleep apnea, hearing loss, and speech and swallowing disorders. The practice will also offer in-office procedures for nasal congestion and chronic rhinitis relief, sinus and sleep apnea treatment, hearing aid services, hybrid remote audiology, a voice disorders center, a sleep disorder center, head and neck surgery, and pediatric ENT care. All ENT physicians in the combined practice are board-certified in Otolaryngology.

Dr. Raymond Winicki, Partner at Naugatuck Valley Ear, Nose, and Throat Associates, said, "This merger reflects our shared commitment to delivering the highest-quality ear, nose, and throat care to the communities we serve. By combining our teams, our expertise, and our resources, we are better positioned than ever to meet the growing needs of our patients across Connecticut."

Connecticut Ear, Nose & Throat Sinus & Allergy Specialists earned a reputation for excellence in otolaryngology, offering specialized ENT treatments to patients of all ages.

"Our patients have always been at the center of everything we do," said Dr. Neil Schiff, Partner at Connecticut Ear, Nose & Throat Sinus & Allergy Specialists. "Joining with NVENTA allows us to expand the scope and depth of care we can offer while maintaining the personalized, compassionate approach our patients have come to expect."

Patients of both practices will continue to be seen at existing locations during the transition, with no disruption to scheduled appointments or treatment plans. Details on provider availability and future locations will be communicated to patients and updated on both practice websites.