Head and Neck Innovations

In this episode of Head and Neck Innovations, experts in neurotology and neurosurgery discuss the diagnosis and management of lateral skull base tumors, highlighting multidisciplinary collaboration, personalized treatment strategies, and the latest surgical and imaging innovations improving patient outcomes.

In this episode of Head and Neck Innovations, Edward Doyle, MD, and Varun Kshettry, MD, join host Paul Bryson, MD, to discuss the diagnosis and management of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks and encephaloceles. They explore common presentations, advances in imaging and diagnostic testing, and collaborative surgical approaches for skull base repair. The conversation also highlights the growing recog...

In this episode of Head and Neck Innovations, Christopher Roxbury, MD, and Rhinology Fellow Chase Kahn, MD, join host Paul Bryson, MD, to discuss advances in endonasal skull base surgery. They explore how the field has evolved, key considerations for patient selection and preoperative planning, and strategies for managing risks such as venous thromboembolism and postoperative bleeding. The convers...

Mark Fadel, MD joins this episode of Head & Neck Innovations to discuss recent advances and innovations he is excited about as he starts his practice in pediatric otolaryngology. Advancements in medical treatments like Dupixent and Trikafta are transforming care for children with allergic rhinitis and cystic fibrosis—reducing the need for surgery and improving outcomes.

Brandon Prendes, MD joins this episode of Head & Neck Innovations to discuss the upcoming 2025 Contemporary Multidisciplinary Care of the Head and Neck Cancer Patient course. The course provides a contemporary update of management strategies for head and neck cancer, using a multidisciplinary approach.

Claudio Milstein, PhD joins the podcast to discuss the concept of unified care in managing voice, swallowing, and upper airway disorders. Dr. Milstein explains the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in optimizing patient outcomes and shares details about an exciting upcoming CME on unified care.

Sarah Sydlowski, AuD, PhD returns to the podcast to discuss the importance of proper communication to patients with hearing loss. Dr. Sydlowski explains how effective communication can influence patient compliance with provider recommendations and overall treatment adherence, as well as how healthcare systems can optimize care for patients with hearing loss.

We welcome singing voice specialist (SVS) Dr. Nick Klein to the podcast, as he discusses the SVS's role in vocal injury recovery. Dr. Klein and Dr. Bryson also emphasize the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration between medical professionals, speech-language pathologists, and voice teachers to ensure optimal outcomes for this unique patient population.

Meet pediatric otolaryngologist Alisa Timashpolsky, who joins the podcast to discuss the latest in otology, rhinology and multidisciplinary care for complex ENT conditions found in children.

Host Paul Bryson, MD, MBA previews featured research and presentations from Cleveland Clinic at next week's Combined Otolaryngology Spring Meetings (COSM). Check out ClevelandClinic.org/COSM2025 for collaborative opportunities with us, and visit us at Booth #632 in the exhibit hall - see you in New Orleans!

Jamie Ku, MD joins to discuss the latest advancements in treating oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma, including transoral robotic surgery, and her recent ASCO publication. The episode also explores Dr. Ku's VeloSano-funded research on improving outcomes for tongue cancer patients and reducing treatment burden for oral cancer patients.

Martin Brodsky, PhD, ScM previews two exciting upcoming events: the ASHA Health Care Summit 2025 on ICU collaboration in May, and a September CME on multidisciplinary airway, voice, and swallowing care. Dr. Brodsky also shares the latest research and clinical insights in the field of speech-language pathology.

Join host Paul Bryson, MD, MBA as he welcomes Alan Martinez, DDS, a new member of our Section of Dentistry and Oral Surgery. In this episode, Dr. Martinez shares his diverse training background and discusses the breadth of conditions treated by the dentistry and oral surgery team, highlighting their multidisciplinary approach.

Host Paul Bryson, MD, MBA shares key findings from a longitudinal study revealing that otolaryngologists are the primary surgical specialists consulted for chronic cough. Learn how this condition, often disruptive to patient quality of life, necessitates a collaborative approach involving pulmonology, gastroenterology, and allergy/immunology.

We welcome our new rhinologist Christopher Roxbury, MD, who joins to discuss the latest advancements in endoscopic skull base surgery. Dr. Roxbury shares insights on the evolution of surgical techniques and his commitment to improving patient care and outcomes.

Facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dane Genther, MD joins to discuss a novel technique to repair nasal septal perforation. Dr. Genther also looks ahead to new innovations in preservation rhinoplasty and facial reanimation.

Our facial plastic and reconstructive surgeons continue their roundtable discussion on osteoradionecrosis (ORN). They emphasize the significance of multidisciplinary, coordinated care at Cleveland Clinic and delve deeper into their recent publication on ORN management, highlighting how this approach leads to superior patient outcomes.

Join our team of facial plastic and reconstructive surgeons, led by Michael Fritz, MD, for a deep dive into mandibular osteoradionecrosis management. Listen as we explore the historical treatment of this condition, and discuss the newest findings and practice-changing treatment paradigms that are revolutionizing patient care.

Join pediatric otolaryngologist Swathi Appachi, MD as she discusses the latest innovations in pediatric voice and sleep care, including Cleveland Clinic Children's Pediatric Voice Center and hypoglossal nerve stimulation for sleep apnea in children with Trisomy 21. Dr. Appachi also shares on update on our Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Residency Program, where she serves as Associate Pr...

Speech-language pathologist Bethany Beckham, MA, CCC-SLP joins from our Voice Center to recap the latest and greatest research in gender-affirming voice care, and also speaks to the multidisciplinary collaboration between SLP's and laryngologists to treat all voice therapy patients.

Section Head of Surgical Sleep and Snoring Alan Kominsky, MD provides a deep dive into the evolution of surgical sleep therapy, including soft tissue surgery, to the current gold standard of hypoglossal nerve stimulation, to more innovations on the horizon.

Ashley Mays, MD joins from our Cleveland Clinic hospitals in Florida to discuss her focus on advancing patient quality, safety, and outcome measures, as well as our head and neck oncology and reconstruction programs in the region.

Director of Head and Neck Cancer Research Natalie Silver, MD returns to share an update on exciting new breakthroughs in the area of oral cancer monitoring and treatment, including promising microbiome and vaccine applications.

Host Paul Bryson, MD, MBA previews featured research and presentations from Cleveland Clinic staff, residents, fellows and med students at this week's American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Annual Meeting (AAO-HNSF). Check out ClevelandClinic.org/AAO24 for collaborative opportunities with us, and visit us at Booth #1409 in the exhibit hall - see you in Miami!

It's our 50th episode of Head and Neck Innovations! Returning guest Raj Sindwani, MD highlights the practice-changing approaches to complex endoscopic skull base surgery and post-operative monitoring that are part of Cleveland Clinic's plan of care.