A5011066563- Voice and Speech Disorders
- Tracheal and airway disorders
- Dysphagia Assessment and Management
- Head and Neck Cancer Studies
- Head and Neck Surgical Oncology
- Salivary Gland Tumors Diagnosis and Treatment
- Phonetics and Phonology Research
- Tumors and Oncological Cases
- Interpreting and Communication in Healthcare
- Telemedicine and Telehealth Implementation
- Diversity and Career in Medicine
- Speech Recognition and Synthesis
- Esophageal and GI Pathology
- Stuttering Research and Treatment
- Respiratory and Cough-Related Research
- Airway Management and Intubation Techniques
- COVID-19 and healthcare impacts
- Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
- Head and Neck Anomalies
- Ear and Head Tumors
- Patient-Provider Communication in Healthcare
- Trauma Management and Diagnosis
- Respiratory Support and Mechanisms
- Nasal Surgery and Airway Studies
- Musicians’ Health and Performance
Boston University
2019-2025
Boston Medical Center
2019-2025
University of Groningen
2023
Google (United States)
2020-2022
Massachusetts General Hospital
2018-2021
Harvard University
2018-2021
University Medical Center
2020
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
2017-2019
University of North Carolina Hospitals
2018
Hyperfunctional voice disorders (HVDs) are the most common class of disorders, consisting diagnoses such as vocal fold nodules and muscle tension dysphonia. These speech production result in effort, fatigue, pain, even complete loss voice. The mechanisms underlying HVDs largely unknown. Here, auditory-motor control fundamental frequency (fo) was examined 62 speakers with without HVDs. Due to high prevalence singers, known impacts singing experience on function, groups were matched for...
Purpose Telepractice improves patient access to clinical care for voice disorders. Acoustic assessment has the potential provide critical, objective information during telepractice, yet its validity via telepractice is currently unknown. The current study investigated accuracy of acoustic measures in a variety platforms. Method Twenty-nine samples from individuals with dysphonia were transmitted over six video conferencing platforms (Zoom and without enhancements, Cisco WebEx, Microsoft...
Objectives A broad survey of women otolaryngologists on the current state field, including opportunities for advancement, support family leave, and prevalence harassment, has not been performed since 1998. An update experiences female is vital to continue advance specialty. Study Design Anonymous web‐based survey. Methods Survey members Women in Otolaryngology (WIO) section American Academy Otolaryngology–Head Neck Surgery (all AAO‐HNS that identify as are automatically this section)....
Purpose Communicating remotely using audio and audiovisual technology is ubiquitous in modern work social environments. Remote communication increasing medicine voice therapy delivery, this evolution may have an impact on speakers' voices. This study sought to determine whether these modalities the production of typical speakers. Method The speech acoustics 12 participants with healthy voices were recorded as they held standardized conversations a single investigator three modalities:...
Objectives/Hypothesis Interaction with voice recognition systems, such as Siri™ and Alexa™, is an increasingly important part of everyday life. Patients disorders may have difficulty this technology, leading to frustration reduction in quality This study evaluates the ability common systems transcribe dysphonic voices. Study Design Retrospective evaluation "Rainbow Passage" samples from patients without disorders. Methods Participants (n = 30) 23) were recorded reading “Rainbow Passage”....
Objective The proportion of women in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery (OHNS) has steadily increased recent years. This study examines gender representation recognition awards given by OHNS societies between 2009 2019. Study Design Retrospective analysis 10 Setting review web‐based, public records. Methods Data from 19 were analyzed for recipient ratio, society, subspecialty, award type (research, achievement, or humanitarian), change over time. Results Of 184 surgery, 59 (28%) to women....
Objective The gender balance within medicine, and specifically otolaryngology, is equalizing. It important to determine the factors that impact distribution of female residents among otolaryngology programs in United States better understand may affect these changing trends. Study Design Retrospective Study. Methods Cross‐sectional analysis was performed using data from 2018 at 90 across States. Each program's website searched for a current resident roster. Data geography, number faculty,...
Tracheotomy in the pediatric population creates unique challenges for parents. Parents often feel underprepared to provide adequate tracheostomy care. Social media is used as a resource many medical conditions. We looked at Facebook use among parents of children with determine how this support and assess common concerns that require improved education prior discharge. joined 8 groups focused on tracheostomy, analyzed posts were used, identified recurring content. The primary focus was...
Purpose This study assessed the reliability and accuracy of auditory-perceptual voice evaluations by experienced clinicians via telepractice platforms. Method Voice samples from 20 individuals were recorded after transmission Twenty (10 speech-language pathologists, 10 laryngologists) evaluated for dysphonia percepts (overall severity, roughness, breathiness, strain) using a modified Consensus Auditory-Perceptual Evaluation Voice. Reliability was calculated as mean squared differences...
Background Endoscopic craniofacial resections (CFR) are performed for extensive anterior skull base lesions. This surgery involves removal of multiple intranasal structures, potentially leading to empty nose syndrome (ENS). However, many patients remain asymptomatic postoperatively. Our objective was analyze the impact CFR on nasal physiology and airflow using computational fluid dynamics (CFD). is first CFD analysis post‐CFR patients. Methods Three‐dimensional sinonasal models were...
Objectives While it is acknowledged that otolaryngologists performing microlaryngeal surgery can develop musculoskeletal symptoms due to suboptimal body positioning relative the patient, flexible laryngoscopy and awake laryngeal surgeries (ALSs) also pose ergonomic risk. This prospective study measured effects of posture during ergonomically good bad positions using analysis, skin‐surface electromyography (EMG), self‐reported pain ratings. Study Design Prospective cohort study. Methods Eight...
Objectives/Hypothesis Patient satisfaction is increasingly emphasized and measured in healthcare delivery. However, patient multifactorial difficult to comprehensively assess. The objective of this study was assess for correlation between by Press Ganey surveys (PGS) physician demographics gender, years practice, academic rank, specialty otolaryngology. Study Design Review publicly available PGS scores otolaryngology practice. Methods Public websites departments were assessed inclusion...
Objective To analyze national trends in the prevalence of office‐based laryngeal ablative procedures and compare those with traditional operative excisional utilizing direct laryngoscopy. Methodology For years 2013–2022, US Medicare Part B claims database was searched for Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes 31572 (flexible laryngoscopy laser ablation lesion), 31540 (operative excision 31541 microlaryngoscopy 31545 lesion local tissue flap reconstruction). each CPT code, total number...
To identify current airway management practice patterns during free tissue transfer (FTT) reconstruction of head and neck defects.
Objectives/Hypothesis Voice therapy is an effective treatment for many voice disorders, but success depends on attendance and adherence. Many factors hinder attendance, language discordance with the provider may present additional obstacle to attending therapy. This study evaluates associated at a language‐diverse, safety‐net hospital. Study Design: Retrospective chart review. Methods review of adult patients referred speech pathology disorders from January, 2018 April, 2019. Primary spoken...
This study compares select social determinants of health (SDOH) with treatment modality selection and completion in head neck cancer (HNC) patients, to better understand disparities outcomes.A retrospective cohort HNC (n = 1428) patients was conducted. Demographic disease-specific variables were recorded, including completion. Data analyzed using two-sample t tests, chi-square, Fisher's exact tests.Primary language significantly associated choice, where non-English speakers less likely...