Jason T. Rich, MD, FACS

Jason T. Rich, MD, FACS

Professor of Otolaryngology—Head & Neck Surgery

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Dr. Rich performs surgical removal of head and neck tumors as well as advanced reconstruction of the head and neck. He has broad expertise in treating advanced skin cancers such as melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and Merkel cell carcinoma. He also has expertise in treating mucosal, thyroid and parotid cancers.

Specialties

  • head and neck cancer
  • head and neck surgery
  • head and neck reconstruction
  • salivary gland disease
  • advanced skin cancers such as melanoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and Merkel cell carcinoma

Education

  • BS, Zoology: Brigham Young University, Provo, UT
  • Medical Degree: Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
  • Fellowship (Research): Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO
  • Fellowship, Head and Neck Surgery/Microvascular Reconstructions: University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
  • Residency, Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery: Barnes Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, MO

Locations

Dr. Rich sees patients at:

Board certification

  • Board certified in otolaryngology

Research Interests

Areas of clinical and research interests include:

  • head and neck cancer survivorship
  • head and neck geriatric oncology

View Dr. Rich’s research, publications and collaborations»

Leadership Roles & Honors

  • Associate Program Director, Resident Education
  • Listed in Best Doctors in America: 2013-2024
  • Resident Teaching Award, 2011
  • Joseph M. Chole Humanitarian Award, 2010
  • Administrative Chief Resident 2010 – 2011
  • Samuel J. Roessler Research Scholarship – Medical School, 2001