Department of Otolaryngology

A man in glasses, a dark suit jacket and a light blue dress shirt
Tuesday, December 15, 2020

Bill Yates Appointed Vice Chancellor for Research Protections
Yates will lead the units that aid investigators in designing and performing research studies that meet current ethical standards and conform to all applicable laws and regulations.
Carey Balaban in a dark suit and yellow tie
Wednesday, July 1, 2020

Perplexing Havana Cases Give Way to New Diagnostic Technique
Carey Balaban from the School of Medicine led a study into a curious 2016 case concerning U.S. diplomats in Havana, Cuba, and their families, who had mysterious symptoms including dizziness, ear pain and tinnitus. The researchers found marked differences between the patterns of response of those embassy staffers and victims of other mild, traumatic brain injuries.
A physician in a white coat applies a device to a young woman's throat
Friday, June 12, 2020

Experts Evaluate Need for More Rehabilitation Services After Pandemic
COVID-19 can affect more than the lungs: some patients also leave the hospital with muscle weakness, heart problems and trouble swallowing. Three researchers from Pitt’s School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences discuss how their field can help in recovery.
Steve Thorne sitting at a table in a dark jacket
Monday, February 3, 2020

Immunotherapy Companies Make Strides in Fight Against Cancer
As the global community recognizes World Cancer Day on Feb. 4, Pitt research and spinouts make headway in the future of cancer care.
Marci Lee Nilsen and Jonas Johnson
Monday, November 18, 2019

Survivorship Clinic Helps Patients With What Comes After Head and Neck Cancer
The human papillomavirus (HPV) epidemic has led to a sharp increase in HPV-related head and neck cancer. Many patients survive, but then face new obstacles related to the treatment of their condition.
man touching throat as if in pain
Wednesday, January 24, 2018

Students Help Patients With Swallowing Disorders, One Drop of Water at a Time
Strokes, Parkinson’s disease and other issues can cause the ability to swallow to be lost. Graduate students studying speech-language pathology are learning to treat this debilitating condition at the UPMC Swallowing Disorders Center.
Wednesday, June 21, 2017

Cancer Immunotherapy Expert Appointed Director of UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Robert L. Ferris, a 15-year veteran of the UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, head and neck cancer specialist and a leading voice in immunotherapy, begins July 1.