In this episode of Head and Neck Innovations, Christopher Roxbury, MD, and Rhinology Fellow Chase Kahn, MD, join host Paul Bryson, MD, to discuss advances in endonasal skull base surgery. They explore how the field has evolved, key considerations for patient selection and preoperative planning, and strategies for managing risks such as venous thromboembolism and postoperative bleeding. The conversation also highlights multidisciplinary collaboration and emerging innovations shaping the future of minimally invasive skull base surgery.

Mark Fadel, MD joins this episode of Head & Neck Innovations to discuss recent advances and innovations he is excited about as he starts his practice in pediatric otolaryngology. Advancements in medical treatments like Dupixent and Trikafta are transforming care for children with allergic rhinitis and cystic fibrosis—reducing the need for surgery and improving outcomes.

Brandon Prendes, MD joins this episode of Head & Neck Innovations to discuss the upcoming 2025 Contemporary Multidisciplinary Care of the Head and Neck Cancer Patient course. The course provides a contemporary update of management strategies for head and neck cancer, using a multidisciplinary approach.

Claudio Milstein, PhD joins the podcast to discuss the concept of unified care in managing voice, swallowing, and upper airway disorders. Dr. Milstein explains the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in optimizing patient outcomes and shares details about an exciting upcoming CME on unified care.

Sarah Sydlowski, AuD, PhD returns to the podcast to discuss the importance of proper communication to patients with hearing loss. Dr. Sydlowski explains how effective communication can influence patient compliance with provider recommendations and overall treatment adherence, as well as how healthcare systems can optimize care for patients with hearing loss.

We welcome singing voice specialist (SVS) Dr. Nick Klein to the podcast, as he discusses the SVS's role in vocal injury recovery. Dr. Klein and Dr. Bryson also emphasize the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration between medical professionals, speech-language pathologists, and voice teachers to ensure optimal outcomes for this unique patient population.

Meet pediatric otolaryngologist Alisa Timashpolsky, who joins the podcast to discuss the latest in otology, rhinology and multidisciplinary care for complex ENT conditions found in children.

Host Paul Bryson, MD, MBA previews featured research and presentations from Cleveland Clinic at next week's Combined Otolaryngology Spring Meetings (COSM). Check out ClevelandClinic.org/COSM2025 for collaborative opportunities with us, and visit us at Booth #632 in the exhibit hall - see you in New Orleans!

Jamie Ku, MD joins to discuss the latest advancements in treating oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma, including transoral robotic surgery, and her recent ASCO publication. The episode also explores Dr. Ku's VeloSano-funded research on improving outcomes for tongue cancer patients and reducing treatment burden for oral cancer patients.

Martin Brodsky, PhD, ScM previews two exciting upcoming events: the ASHA Health Care Summit 2025 on ICU collaboration in May, and a September CME on multidisciplinary airway, voice, and swallowing care. Dr. Brodsky also shares the latest research and clinical insights in the field of speech-language pathology.