WashU PACS Celebrates Graduation

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The Program in Audiology and Communication Sciences recognized its graduates during a Commencement Recognition Ceremony held at the Eric P. Newman Center on the medical school campus, Friday, May 15. WashU’s top ranked Program in Audiology and Communication Sciences awarded 12 Doctor of Audiology degrees and 10 Master of Science in Deaf Education degrees this […]

Next Steps for Graduating Chief Residents

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As our chief residents in WashU Medicine Otolaryngology look forward to graduation, we checked in to see what the next stage of their career looked like, what they considered the highlight of their training, and what advice they might offer their junior colleagues. Their responses reflect a group of highly qualified, humble and caring individuals […]

WashU Medicine Contributions Highlight Cochlear Implant Meetings

Hearing experts from WashU Medicine recently attended national and international meetings to share their research and clinical experience on cochlear implantation. WashU Medicine Otolaryngology is one of the most active implant centers in the country. One of the greatest advances in medical technology in the past century, cochlear implants are now a go-to solution for […]

WashU Hosts International Conference on Cognition, Aging and Speech Communication

WashU was host to the first international and interdisciplinary conference to explore speech communication difficulties in older adults. The Cognition, Aging and Speech Communication conference was held May 6-9 at the Eric P. Newman Education Center on the WashU Medicine campus. Aging affects speech communication through a combination of physical, neurological, and cognitive changes. These […]

Q&A with LPN Sarah McHugh

Licensed Practical Nurse Sarah McHugh shares her love of pediatrics and building things – from Legos! What is your current title and how long have you been with WashU ENT? I am an LPN in the division of Pediatric Otolaryngology, and I serve as nurse coordinator for Dr. Dunsky and Dr. Menezes. I was previously […]

Patience pays off for facial implant recipient

photo of Tiffany Meyer with WashU Medicine facioal plastic surgeon Greg Branham, MD, following her most recent visit.

Where others saw a questionable outcome, WashU Medicine facial plastic surgeon Greg Branham, MD, instilled hope in a patient all too accustomed to medical procedures. After three decades of surgeries to overcome bone breaks and deformities caused by fibrous dysplasia, Tiffany Meyer faced a more personal challenge – a facial deformity that threatened to impact […]

National Clinician-Scientist Mentorship Network Honors Former WashU Medicine Otolaryngologist Neely

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Named after J. Gail Neely, MD, former WashU Medicine Professor Emeritus of Otolaryngology, the Neely National Clinician-Scientist Mentorship Network was created to provide mentorship to otolaryngologists interested in clinician-scientist careers. The mentorship program recognizes and honors Neely’s exceptional dedication to teaching, influential research contributions, and lasting impact on the careers of many resident trainees. The […]

Cancer Survivorship Symposium highlights cardiovascular health

A symposium for head and neck cancer survivors  marked the final affair of the Spector Lectureship – a day-long series of events highlighting advances in patient care and research in head and neck cancer. The event was hosted on the medical school campus by Siteman Cancer Center and WashU Medicine Otolaryngology and moderated by head […]

Spector Lectureship highlights breadth of head and neck cancer research at WashU Medicine

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The 9th annual Spector Lectureship in the Biology of Cancer brought together clinicians and researchers from across the medical campus to share advances in science and treatment of head and neck cancer. The day-long series of events were hosted April 15 by WashU Medicine Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery and included a grand rounds […]

Q&A with surgeon-scientist Randy Paniello

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Randal Paniello, MD, PhD, received his medical degree at University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency in otolaryngology at WashU Medicine where he then accepted a faculty position. He subsequently earned an MBA in Health Services Management. His thirst for knowledge seemingly un-quenched, he earned a second undergraduate degree in Mechanical and […]