The Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology provides care to children from birth to 18 years of age with all types of ear, nose and throat conditions. Our group is comprised of full-time pediatric otolaryngologists, general otolaryngologists, and neuro-otologists.
We receive referrals from pediatricians and primary care providers throughout the region and have expertise in:
- breathing disorders
- obstructive sleep apnea
- laryngeal and tracheal abnormalities
- hoarseness
- hearing loss
- ear infections
- speech and language disorders
- swallowing disorders
- neck masses and lesions
- tumors and malignancies of the head and neck
- vascular anomalies
- birth defects affecting the face, head, and neck
- problems associated with clefting of the lip and palate
- chronic ear infections
- cholesteatoma
- cochlear implantation
- chronic sinus infections
Many of the services that we provide are through collaborations with other subspecialists at Washington University and St. Louis Children’s Hospital. We work closely with our colleagues in pulmonary medicine to provide care for children who require tracheostomies and home ventilators. We also provide care through the multidisciplinary Cleft and Craniofacial Team for children born with cleft lip and palate and other craniofacial anomalies.
The pediatric otolaryngology team also participates in the Vascular Anomalies Clinic to provide children with medical and surgical options for these challenging lesions. Our group also is a vital part of one of the most busy programs in the country in caring for children with hearing loss. We provide medical and surgical services for children with hearing loss, offering options of surgical reconstruction, hearing amplification, Baha, and cochlear implantation.
To make an appointment with any of our specialists, please call (314) 454-6162.
Fax: (314) 454-2174
For more information on pediatric conditions and care, visit our patient forms and information page.
Physicians
Advance practice providers
Lauren Mueller, MD
MD: Tulane University School of Medicine
I am thrilled to return to the Midwest for residency at WashU Medicine, a program that stood out to me for its balance of outstanding clinical training, robust research opportunities, and a genuinely supportive culture.
Chad A. Nieri, MD
MD: University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine
It is an honor to have the opportunity to train in a program that provides excellent surgical and clinical training as well as endless research opportunities in a collaborative and supportive atmosphere. I am thrilled to be a member of such a collegial residency family and to contribute to the culture of developing world-class surgeons and physician-scientists.
Olivia Nixon-Hemelt, MD
MD: University of Texas Medical Branch John Sealy School of Medicine
I am so excited to have matched at Washington University in St. Louis! The opportunity to train with such excellent clinicians and researchers is undoubtedly an honor, but what ultimately sealed my decision was the authenticity and kindness of the faculty and residents that I met on my interview day. The thoughtfulness, innovation, and excellence with which WashU approaches patient care is unmatched. I feel so honored to join the ranks!
Carly Novelly, CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
Otolaryngology—Head & Neck Surgery
Carly Novelly is a speech-language pathologist specializing in voice and upper airway disorders. Her clinical interests include endoscopic laryngeal imaging and videostroboscopy; evaluation and treatment of voice and upper airway disorders, including chronic cough; paradoxical vocal fold motion (PVFM); and aging voice/presbyphonia.
Margaret Allison Ogden, MD, FACS
Professor of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
- Phone: 314-362-7509
Kevin Ohlemiller, PhD
Professor of Otolaryngology—Head & Neck Surgery
Research Interests: Our research focuses on the role of genetics in the form and progression of age-related hearing loss (ARHL) and the role of genetics in the form and severity of noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL)
Amanda J. Ortmann, PhD
Associate Professor of Otolaryngology—Head & Neck Surgery
Director, Adult audiology
Bharat A. Panuganti, MD, FACS
Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology—Head & Neck Surgery
- Phone: 314-362-7509
Andrew Parker, MD
MD: Tulane University School of Medicine
I am delighted to join the WashU Otolaryngology family and incredibly grateful for the opportunity to continue my training at such a phenomenal program! During my sub-internship, I was impressed not only with residents’ surgical skill and clinical knowledge but also the kindness and support from residents and faculty alike