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NMRMC Surgery Clinic Welcomes Andrew Gaut & Danielle Starr

Welcome Andrew Gaut, MD & Danielle Starr, AuD

 

August 4, 2026

NMRMC Surgery Clinic is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Andrew Gaut, a board-certified otolaryngologist (ear, nose, and throat specialist), and Danielle Starr, AuD, CCC-A, an audiologist, to its growing team. The new services bring comprehensive ENT and audiology care, to southeast Kansas families.  

“Expanding access to high-quality specialty care is an important part of our mission.  Launching this new service line reflects our ongoing commitment to meeting the healthcare needs of our communities and improving access to healthcare in our region,” Wendy Brazil, NMRMC CEO said.

Dr. Gaut has extensive clinical experience in diagnosing and treating disorders of the ears, nose, throat, head, and neck providing both medical and surgical care for both children and adults.

Earning his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Dr. Gaut completed an internship at Riverside Methodist Hospital, a fellowship at the University of Iowa, and a residency at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. He practiced at Warren Clinic Otolaryngology in Tulsa, OK from 2007 - 2026.

Danielle Starr, AuD, joins NMRMC as a certified audiologist. She evaluates hearing loss, and fits and programs hearing aids. Starr holds a doctorate in audiology and earned her post graduate degree at the University of South Dakota. She also has a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A).   Prior to joining NMRMC, she practiced at the Warren Clinic Otolaryngology in Tulsa.  

Access to local ENT and Audiology care helps patients receive timely, coordinated treatment without traveling far. The NMRMC Surgery Clinic in Chanute offers the following services Monday through Friday:


Children's ENT Care

  • Recurrent ear infections
  • Ear tube placement
  • Tonsil and adenoid infections
  • Airway disorders
  • Sinus conditions
  • Neck masses and tumors

Adult ENT Care

  • Ear infections
  • Hearing problems
  • Benign tumors
  • Hearing loss and hearing disorders
  • Head and neck cancer
  • Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
  • Head and neck tumors, including cancers of the nose, sinuses, mouth, throat, and voice box
  • Chronic sinus disease
  • Tonsil stones

Surgical Services

  • Sinus surgery
  • Nasal polyp removal
  • Tonsillectomy
  • Adenoidectomy
  • Thyroid surgery
  • Mohs Defect Repair
  • Head and neck cancer
  • ENT biopsies
  • Ear tube placement
  • Additional ENT procedures based on your individual needs

“Patients benefit from close collaboration between an ENT physician and audiologist. It allows for timely diagnosis, coordinated treatment plans, and personalized care designed to improve hearing, communication, and overall quality of life,” Jenny Brady, Director NMRMC Specialty Clinics said.

Dr. Andrew Gaut and Danielle Starr are currently accepting new patients. Appointments may be scheduled by calling 620-433-3838. 

NMRMC Surgery Clinic

NMRMC Surgery Clinic is committed to providing exceptional care for area patients including a wide range of surgical services offered by general surgeons Matthew Leroy, MD, and Yi Ying Law, MD, CWSP, and otolaryngologist, Andrew Gaut, MD. In July 2026, the clinic moved one block west to NMRMC’s medical office building located at 1501 W. 7th Street in Chanute (the former NMRMC Family Medicine Clinic). The larger and enhanced space allowed for the addition of ENT and audiology in August 2026. 

Clinic hours are Monday – Thursday 8:00 am - 5 pm, and Friday 8:00 am - 12 noon. Call 620-433-3838 for more information or to schedule an appointment.