Head and Neck Innovations

It's our 50th episode of Head and Neck Innovations! Returning guest Raj Sindwani, MD highlights the practice-changing approaches to complex endoscopic skull base surgery and post-operative monitoring that are part of Cleveland Clinic's plan of care.

Host Paul Bryson, MD, MBA is joined by a special guest for today's episode, as Eileen Meehan from Dysphonia International shares her journey. Listen to learn more about this condition and the latest innovations in treatment.

Our Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Residency Program podcast series continues with PGY5 Emily Zhang, MD and PGY3 David Octeau, MD joining to kick off the new academic year, as well as some highlights of spending the summer in Cleveland.

Michael Benninger, MD joins from our Voice Center to discuss the latest and greatest in airway and voice care. The discussion spans the spectrum of laryngology topics, including THRIVE for laryngeal laser surgery, treatments for chronic cough, professional voice care, and more.

Sara Liu, MD, our new facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, joins to highlight her clinical specialties that span everything from cosmetic rhinoplasties to skin cancer reconstruction to gender-affirming facial feminization surgery. Dr. Liu also previews our upcoming Advances in Nasal Reconstruction course, taking place this August.

Cleveland Clinic specialists are pioneers in the field of cosmetic and reconstructive procedures, and work together in a multidisciplinary collaboration to ensure optimal outcomes for our patients. Peter Ciolek, MD, and Francis Papay, MD, join for a roundtable discussion on innovative approaches to facial plastic surgery, managing patient expectations, and our growing aesthetics practice in the northeast Ohio region.

Brandon Prendes, MD, returns to the podcast to discuss new research from May's Combined Otolaryngology Spring Meetings that compares outcomes for patients with vs. without vascularized flap coverage for salvage next dissection. Dr. Prendes also comments on the latest in oropharyngeal cancer vaccines and clinical trials.

Julie Honaker, AuD and Evalena Behr, AuD from our Vestibular & Balance Disorders Program discuss new research and innovations happening in our new Dizzy Clinic.

Host Paul Bryson, MD, MBA previews featured research and presentations from Cleveland Clinic staff, residents, fellows and med students at next week's Combined Otolaryngology Spring Meetings (COSM). Visit our COSM webpage for a full list of our presentations and collaborative opportunities with us, and visit us at Booth 205 in the exhibit hall - see you in Chicago!

Recent findings show that a patient's oral health has a direct affect on systemic health, particularly when it comes to the cardiovascular, endocrine, and rheumatic systems. Periodontist Sasha Ross, DMD, joins our podcast to discuss.