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As temperatures drop, our ears become more sensitive to cold, leading to discomfort, earaches, and temporary hearing changes.

The UAB Department of Otolaryngology welcomed Natalie Derise, M.D., to the faculty as an assistant professor in October 2024.

The UAB Department of Otolaryngology welcomed Stefania Goncalves, M.D., to the faculty as an assistant professor in October 2024.

With the holiday season fast approaching, so is the overlap of colder weather and allergy season. Taking proactive steps to manage these challenges is essential to fully enjoying the celebrations with family and friends.

Justin Turner, M.D., Ph.D., was recently named the fourth holder of the John S. Odess Endowed Chair in Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery in the UAB Department of Otolaryngology.

The UAB Department of Otolaryngology welcomed Daniel Rocke, M.D. to the faculty as an associate professor in September 2024.

Do-Yeon Cho, M.D., recently gave talks at multiple national and international meetings in Bangkok, Seoul, and beyond.  

Fourteen providers in the Department of Otolaryngology were recently recognized by the UAB Office of Patient Experience and Engagement for the exceptional care they delivered to patients during FY24. These providers achieved a 95 percent or higher top box rating  (n ≥ 30) in care satisfaction based on patient feedback in Medallia. 

Kristi Gidley, PA-C, MSHA, has been named Associate Vice President of Practice Expansion at UAB Medicine, effective Oct. 1, 2024. In this newly created role, Kristi will focus on the strategic and operational management of physician relationships and services within the UAB Health System. She will oversee the development of professional service agreements and community practice operations while supporting value-based care initiatives by aligning clinical practices with Health System metrics.

Three faculty members in the UAB Department of Otolaryngology have received promotions as of Oct. 1, 2024. Two of the three faculty members also received tenure.

With football season in the air, fans spend weekends cheering on their favorite teams. Yet, amid all the excitement, a less obvious concern often gets overlooked: the strain on the voice. For many devoted supporters, the thrill of shouting and cheering during games can result in vocal strain and potentially long-term vocal health problems.

U.S. News & World Report has ranked UAB Hospital number 23 among the "Best Hospitals for Ear, Nose & Throat" in the country. This is UAB Otolaryngology's fifth consecutive year appearing in the top 25.

Researchers in the UAB Department of Otolaryngology recently received a five-year, $50,000 grant to support voice therapy for patients with Parkinson’s disease.

Bharat Panuganti, M.D., assistant professor in the UAB Department of Otolaryngology, and Jason Warram, Ph.D., associate professor and director of the Head and Neck Research Lab in the Department of Otolaryngology, have been awarded a two-year NIH-funded R21 grant to research fluorescence surgical navigation and confocal laser endomicroscopy for laryngeal cancer treatment.

The UAB Department of Otolaryngology hosted its 19th annual Ann B. & Julius N. Hicks Lectureship in Otolaryngology and 2024 Resident Research Day on April 17 at the Hilton Birmingham at UAB.

The annual lecture is open to alumni, faculty, residents, fellows, health care professionals, and otolaryngologists throughout the Southeast.

The UAB Department of Otolaryngology hosted its annual graduation ceremony on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Avenue D Events to honor its graduating residents and fellows.

Dear Colleagues,

They say there is nothing permanent in life except change, and such has resonated with me and my family over these past months. Accepting a position as chair of the UAB Department of Otolaryngology—an established department with an esteemed reputation—has brought welcomed change to our lives, as we embark on new endeavors both professionally and personally.

In anticipation of Justin Turner, M.D., Ph.D., officially assuming the chair role in the UAB Department of Otolaryngology in May of 2024, we recently reached out to Dr. Turner inquiring about his visionary plans and goals for propelling patient care, educational initiatives, technological advancements, and fostering collaborative efforts among members of the department.

As an integral member of the Department of Otolaryngology since 1984, Glenn Peters, M.D., has dedicated over four decades of his career to the field of otolaryngology. Peters will be retiring at the end of September 2023 as the Julius N. Hicks Endowed Professor, Vice Chair of Patient Safety and Quality of the Department of Otolaryngology, and Associate Chief of Quality Medical Officer for the UAB Health System.

The Department of Otolaryngology’s Executive Administrator and certified physician’s assistant, Kristi Gidley, PA-C, MSHA, received a 2023 Honors Award from the American Academy of Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) and officially graduated from the 2023 UAB Healthcare Leadership Academy (HLA) this past month.