About

Dr. Beth McNulty grew up in Western Kentucky and moved to Louisville for her undergraduate education. She then went on to receive her medical degree at the University of Louisville and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society. Upon graduating from medical school, she completed her residency in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Louisville. It was during this time that she discovered her true passion in ENT, Otology & Neurotology. She went on to complete a two-year fellowship in Otology, Neurotology and Cranial Base Surgery at the Michigan Ear Institute in Farmington Hills, Michigan.

She is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Triological Society, and American Neurotology Society, among others. She is also board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery.

McNulty is excited to be back in her home state with her husband, Nathan, and their children, Reagan and Anthony.

Personal Statement

I specialize in pediatric and adult hearing loss, tinnitus, dizziness and imbalance, chronic ear infections and skull-based tumors. I see children and adults.

The reason I chose this specialty dates to medical school. I remember the first time I experienced the restoration of hearing, and the magic. It was a lady who had been basically deaf on one side for about 20 years because of scarring of the ear canal, and she was trying on a bone-anchored hearing aid.

When that device restored her hearing, tears immediately came to her eyes. It was really moving for everybody in the room, and I knew then that’s what I wanted to do.

I think one of my strengths as a physician is that I’m able to listen to and relate to my patients. Being a Kentucky native gives me a certain advantage with our patient population, for sure.

I try to step back when I’m counseling patients and think, ‘How would I treat my mother? How would I treat my child?’ I try to bring that to every patient encounter.

Faculty Rank

  • Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery
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    Beth McNulty, MD - UK HealthCare

Training & Education

Degree

University of Louisville, School of Medicine

Residency

University of Louisville, School of Medicine

Fellowship

Otology, Neurotology and Cranial Base Surgery, Michigan Ear Institute, Farmington Hills

Certifications and Special Training

American Board of Otolaryngology

Insurance Information

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Ratings & Reviews

4.77 out of 5
48 Reviews

The star rating is a calculation based on feedback from our patients using our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. Learn more about our survey process. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

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    None better!

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    Very good.

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    She surprised me with the depth of her clear explanations and her willingness to listen to me and include me in decisions. Dr. McNulty

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    Dr. Beth McNulty is a wonderful doctor!!!

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    No problems
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      Excellent, evidence based, compassionate care as always. Why are you referring to Dr. McNulty by her first name in this survey? She earned her title.
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      If I had consulted Dr. McNulty and/or Dr. Jones a year ago, I would not have lost the hearing and vestibular functions in my left ear, or been put at risk of brain abscess or meningitis.
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      Very professional but also very kind and concerned.
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      Dr. McNulty is first class! I would recommend her to anyone/everyone. I have gotten more answers in 3 visits than previous 30+ years from other providers.
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      Interactions are short and busy. She has no opportunity to know me and may have formed inaccurate opinions of my coping skills r/t anxiety r/t tinnitus.
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      The doctor was excellent, it was just the unexplained wait that was a problem.
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      Doctor was very professional, she knew what exactly my problem was by my symptoms and gave me teaching how to handle my symptoms. She is excellent, could not ask for anything better
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      Very good service
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      Have recommended Dr Mcnulty to other people with similar condition
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      Dr McNulty is a competent, caring and patient centered ENT physician. The quality of care she provides doesn't get better than hers.
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      Dr McNulty is absolutely the best! She is positive, she is upbeat, she is caring, and most importantly she is extremely the best at what she does which is take care of the ears. I'm a very complex case with multiple surgeries to one of my ears and I wouldn't trust anyone but her in managing my care. I highly recommend her to everyone!
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      Visit was very enlightening
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      I would be happy to refer all to, anyone who has a need.
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      I said fair just because there were many care options given, but didn't feel like I had the best guidance on which one to focus on.
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      I've only seen her twice but both times she was really caring!
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      Highly recommend Dr.McNulty.
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      Happy as a hog in fresh slop!
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      Dr. McNulty is quite pleasant and fully engaged in her attention to my concerns.
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      Dr McNulty was great!
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      I saw Dr. Thiel first he was very caring and listened to my concerns, he did a great job. I then saw Dr. McNulty and she is always the best.
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      Kind. Compassionate. Understanding. Knowledgeable. We have to keep her on board. She is amazing. I have been to Family Practice and UTC with essentially a 'it's okay, just point ointment on it' response for MONTHS. Dr McNulty took a look and KNEW the answer and issues. She didn't write me and my pain off. She is the only one who has and she was so caring in the process of Dx and treatment discussions.
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      Excellent
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      She gave me an example of what she meant which was very helpful. Also answered my questions. Very kind
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      Very good
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      Dr. McNulty is Great!!! I strongly feel she will figure out what's causing my symptoms.
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      She seems rushed / frazzled during my appointment. I felt a little brushed off
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      Greatly appreciated how very thorough and informative the doctor was in our appointment.
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      Dr. McNulty was very kind and explained my symptoms and each check she did. She helped reassure my main concerns. I appreciate her kindness and taking the time to explain everything to me.
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      She had her mind made up before she came in the room that it couldn't possibly be ENT or ear related. Asked why I kept the appt. She did look in my ears and check my jaw, but really provided no treatment suggestions or things try. Said if it happens again to contact them again. Felt very rushed through.
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      Very good medical attention.
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      She is a wonderful provider who listens, and makes you feel comfortable.
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      I have recommended this practice.
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      Good
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      The finest attention I have ever received.
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      Dr McNulty was outstanding in every possible way. This was a much better experience than I had 30 years prior with another physician. The physician resident was also very good.
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      I was impressed with the information I received which helped me to understand the decisions I would need to make.
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      Doctor Beth McNulty was excellent in all ways. In addition to immediately fixing my initial concern she made certain she scheduled me to be tested for a health problem I had forgotten. She is outstanding in her concern to fix patients. And, of course, professional and personable.
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      Dr. McNulty listened to my questions and gave me good information.
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      Amazing
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      Provider was fantastic
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      She was very nice bur wasn't helpful at all
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      Not bad
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      Good