About ASCENT
Introducing

Cedar Valley ASCENT!

Bringing Unity to our Specialties

We are thrilled to announce our new look! Our main purpose was to bring unity to the services we provide and Cedar Valley ASCENT does just that. The new brand reflects our evolution and dedication to providing exceptional healthcare services while maintaining a strong connection to the Cedar Valley and surrounding communities.

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Oral Allergy Drops
Experience Easy, Convenient Allergy Relief on Your Time with Oral Allergy Drops

For many allergy sufferers, weekly doctor visits for allergy shots are inconvenient. With SLIT oral allergy drops from Cedar Valley ASCENT in Waterloo, Iowa, you can control your allergies on your time with at-home, under-the-tongue drops! Click here to learn how you can experience easy, convenient allergy relief with SLIT oral allergy drops!

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Balloon Sinuplasty
Balloon Sinuplasty: Noninvasive, Lasting Relief from Sinusitis

Sinusitis affects millions of Americans each year, causing frequent sinus pain, pressure and headaches that slow you down at home and at work. Balloon sinuplasty is a noninvasive procedure that clears blocked nasal passages and can break the sinusitis cycle. This procedure is available at Cedar Valley ASCENT, located in Waterloo, Iowa. To learn what unobstructed breathing and lasting relief feel like, click below.

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Skin Cancer
Prevent Skin Cancer — Know Your Risk

Whether it’s a spot on your arm, a mole on your leg or another skin issue, you can know your skin cancer risk for sure with a full-body, professional screening from Cedar Valley ASCENT, based in Waterloo, Iowa. Skin cancer is the most common and one of the most preventable types of cancer in the U.S. today. You can take steps to protect yourself, beginning with a screening at Cedar Valley ASCENT. Click below to find out more.

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Kenny Rodriguez

MD

Kenny D. Rodriguez, MD completed his undergraduate studies in Nursing and Medical School and training at the University of Colorado. He is Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery. He is also a Captain in the Army National Guard serving as a Battalion Surgeon.

World-class expertise and care, right here in the Cedar Valley.

Dr. Rodriguez attended Brigham Young University-Idaho, where he received his nursing degree. He then moved back home to study medicine at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. He completed his Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery Residency Program at the University of Colorado Graduate Medical Education in 2022. He is most passionate about sleep disorders, facial plastic surgery and sinus surgery.

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ASCENT
[ə-’sent] acronym

1.  Allergy, Skin Cancer, Ear, Nose, Throat

2.  A brand that encompasses the multiple specialties our clinic offers.

3.  A raised level of care.

Learn about all of our experienced providers.

Our Providers

Our Specialties

Dr. Kenny Rodriguez’s advanced specialized care centers offer a variety of ENT, skin and hearing treatments to Waterloo and Cedar Falls, Iowa and the surrounding areas. Click on a service below to learn more.

Allergy

Allergies can slow you down at home and at work, making it difficult to perform at your best. Cedar Valley ASCENT and allergy specialist Dr. Kenny Rodriguez are proud to offer a comprehensive line of allergy care including a revolutionary, time-saving, at-home treatment that can be used by most patients: SLIT oral allergy drops! With easy-to-take, under-the-tongue SLIT drops, patients can experience long-term allergy improvement with a reduced risk of allergic shock (as compared to allergy shots). SLIT oral allergy drops are the easy, convenient way to treat your allergies for your busy schedule—click below to learn more!

Skin Cancer

Skin cancer is the most common and one of the most preventable types of cancer in the U.S. today. If you have a certain spot that you’ve been wondering about or if you’ve never had a skin cancer screening, it makes sense to get evaluated at Cedar Valley ASCENT a leader in the Cedar Valley, Iowa area in the detection and treatment of skin cancer.

Early detection can be the key to prevention and effective treatment. Dr. Kenny Rodriguez and Cedar Valley ASCENT can help with professional screenings and skin cancer removal treatments. Our office also provides prevention guidance and facial skin reconstruction services to help patients avoid skin cancer and restore and maintain healthy, post-surgery skin.

Ear

Located in Waterloo, Iowa with several area outreach locations, Cedar Valley ASCENT is the area’s leading provider of comprehensive, compassionate care in the identification, diagnosis and treatment of hearing disorders. Your hearing keeps you connected to everyday life. Hearing aids can make listening to music more enjoyable, listening to background noise more comfortable and can help you stay a vital part of conversations. Our audiologists will evaluate your hearing and carefully consider your lifestyle and needs to help you select the technology that’s appropriate for you.

Nose

A blocked or congested nose can make even the simplest tasks feel exhausting, impacting your daily activities and overall well-being. Cedar Valley ASCENT, along with nasal specialist Dr. Kenny Rodriguez, offers a range of cutting-edge nasal treatments designed to get you back to breathing freely. Our comprehensive care includes advanced, non-invasive options such as Balloon Sinuplasty—a quick, effective solution for long-lasting relief from chronic sinus issues. With minimal downtime and maximum comfort, this innovative procedure helps you regain control of your health and productivity. Ready to experience life without nasal congestion? Click below to learn more!

Throat

Persistent throat discomfort can make talking, eating and even sleeping a challenge, affecting your quality of life. Cedar Valley ASCENT and throat specialist Dr. Kenny Rodriguez are here to help with a full spectrum of throat care solutions tailored to your needs. From treating chronic sore throats to managing swallowing difficulties, we offer state-of-the-art, minimally invasive treatments like radiofrequency ablation to target the root cause of your symptoms. These advanced options provide quick relief with minimal recovery time, so you can get back to feeling your best. Ready to say goodbye to throat pain? Click below to learn more!

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PATIENT FORMS

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PHONE

319-888-8044

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ADDRESS

2515 Cyclone Dr, Ste B
Waterloo, IA 50701