Dr. Adrian Varela is a dedicated otolaryngologist who has been serving the Portland metro area since 2004. He founded Northwest ENT and Allergy in 2007 to provide easily accessible, community-based allergy and ear, nose, and throat care for patients of all ages.
Dr. Varela treats a variety of otolaryngology issues, focusing on allergy, sinus, sleep, and swallowing disorders. He offers food and inhalant allergy testing, endoscopic evaluations (for swallowing, sinus, and speech disorders), home sleep testing for sleep apnea, and procedures for snoring and nasal blockage.
A former resident physician at Duke University Medical Center, Dr. Varela is committed to best practices in patient comfort and thorough, unhurried care. Outside the office, he is happiest spending quality time with his wife and daughters, enjoying the outdoors and the eclectic food, music, and cultural scenes in Portland. Additionally, his hobbies include cycling, running, traveling, and cheering for the Trail Blazers.
Education and Training
- Bachelor of Science in Microbiology, University of Florida, 1995
- Doctor of Medicine, University of Florida, 1999
- Residency in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery, Duke University, 2004
- Masters in Business Administration, Oregon Health & Science University and Portland State University, 2013
Professional Memberships and Activities
- Diplomat, American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
- Fellow, American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
- Fellow, American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy
- Member, Oregon Academy of Otolaryngology