Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery Patient Care

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The Oldest Specialty

Established in 1904, our department was one of the first otolaryngology departments in the country, with a longstanding tradition of excellence in caring for ear, nose and throat patients.

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Established in 1904, the U-M Medical School Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery is one of the first otolaryngology departments in the country. We have a long standing tradition of excellence and innovation in diagnosing, treating and rehabilitating ear, nose and throat patients.

We are committed to training the next generation of leaders in the field, with training opportunities for medical students, residents, fellows graduate students and post-doctoral students. Our residency program is one of the most sought-after training programs in the country.

Our department is a research leader, with research programs in head and neck cancer, health services, neurolaryngology and hearing. Our world-renowned Kresge Hearing Research Institute, established in 1961, consists of a diverse and dedicated group of scientists and physicians working on basic and clinical aspects of hearing and balance, in health and disease.

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2025-26 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospital, ear, nose and throat

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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At U-M Health, we are on the cutting-edge of diagnosing, treating and rehabilitating patients with diseases of the head and neck and are consistently ranked as one of the nation's best hospitals for ear, nose and throat care.

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Department News

Welcome Yunlu Zhu, PhD

Get to know the newest faculty member in our department.
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Health Lab

A link between e-cigarettes and oral cancer

Answering questions on e-cigerattes and oral cancer based on a new concering study that finds a link, with Marisa Buchakjian, M.D., Ph.D., surgical oncology and microvascular surgeon at Michigan Medicine.
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Health Lab

After near-fatal car crash, singer regains voice at U-M Vocal Health Center

Patient regains singing voice after near-death car crash at U-M Vocal Health Center.
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Michael J. Brenner, MD, FACS: Advancing Interprofessional Approaches to Medical Education

Michael J. Brenner, MD, FACS, is an Associate Professor of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at the Medical School. His interest in medical education comes from a desire to apply rigor and evidence-informed strategies to real-world patient care. In this spotlight, he discusses his approach to teaching, his goals for the future of health professions education, and the experiences that continue to shape his work.
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Department News

Introducing Our 2026 Incoming Residency Class

Meet the newest residents to join our program.
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Health Lab Podcast

Ragweed Pollen Shows Negative Effect of Quality of Life for Some

Ragweed pollen levels correlated with worse chronic rhinosinusitis symptoms.