Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
Training the Next Generation, Shaping the Future of Research

Amongst the first of its kind, our training program is still one of the most sought-after in the country. Both our clinics and world-renowned research institute lead the industry in innovation and shape the future of patient care.

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Innovation for an International Impact

Every day, the U-M Medical School Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery is working to be the global leader in care, research and innovation. Our comprehensive adult and pediatric treatment of ear, nose, throat, head, and neck conditions include the country’s top center for laryngeal disorders, international fieldwork, and life-changing treatment within the University of Michigan hospital and clinics.

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EDUCATION

We offer a wide range of multidisciplinary training experiences, led by specialty leaders.

RESEARCH

From faculty to trainees, we are driven to innovate, discover and publish our findings.

PEOPLE

We’re the proud home of otolaryngology thought leaders and innovators, both on the faculties of our clinics and in the laboratories of our research institute.

PATIENT CARE

Explore comprehensive medical and surgical care for ear, nose, throat, head and neck conditions.

OUTREACH

Every person serves compassionate, quality care. That’s why we dedicate ourselves to serving patients in need worldwide.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Since 1980, the department’s DEI committee has worked to create a safe space, combat racism, support health equity, and promote inclusion within the otolaryngology community.

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Michigan’s #1 ENT Program

Year after year, U-M Health is ranked among the nation’s best ear, nose and throat hospitals by U.S. News & World Report.

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#1
Michigan Hospital for ENT Care
8th
Ranked National ENT Care Facility
#3
National Residency Training Program
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Real-time Machine Learning and Optimization of Stimuli in Neuroscience
Part of the Hearing, Balance and Chemical Senses seminar series which exposes trainees and faculty to cutting-edge research presented by leaders in auditory, vestibular, and chemosensory science.
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Successful Pathways to Outcomes in Individuals with Bilateral Cochlear Implants
Part of the Hearing, Balance and Chemical Senses seminar series which exposes trainees and faculty to cutting-edge research presented by leaders in auditory, vestibular, and chemosensory science.
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Health Lab
Should you try Apple’s hearing aid app? An audiologist weighs in
Apple has marketed its AirPods Pro 2 as soon having “clinical-grade Hearing Aid capability.” Devin McCaslin, Ph.D., an audiologist, answers some questions about the hearing aids market and about the new AirPods.
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Department News
Mark Prince, MD Receives AAO-HNS Women In Otolaryngology He for She Award
Mark E.P. Prince, MD is the recipient of the 2024 American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Women in Otolaryngology (WIO) He for She Award.
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Department News
Welcome Pratyusha Yalamanchi, MD, MBA
Get to know new faculty member Pratyusha Yalamanchi, MD, MBA who joins our head and neck oncology division.
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Department News
Welcome Marisa Buchakjian, MD, PhD
Get to know the newest faculty member of our head and neck division.
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Department News
Welcome David Forner, MD, MSc
Get to know new faculty member David Forner, MD, MSc
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News Release
U-M has 14 top 10 medical education programs in latest Doximity Residency Navigator
The 2024-25 Doximity Residency Navigator has been released. It shows that U-M has six top 5 medical education programs, with nine more in the top 10 and another nine in the top 25.
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