As the percentage of adults ages 65 and older in the U.S. continues to climb, are otolaryngologists prepared for an influx of geriatric patients?
Patient Satisfaction: Can Academic Medical Centers Compete?
Otolaryngologists practicing in academic medical centers often score lower on patient surveys than those practicing in a community setting
Sleep Apnea Associated with Hypertension in Young People
What is the association between sleep apnea and hypertension in younger patients? Background: Younger patients with sleep apnea have a higher cardiovascular mortality rate compared with their normal counterparts. Because […]
Ingestion of Wire-Bristle Grill Cleaners Is Medical Grilling Hazard
What medical hazard exists from outdoor grills? Background: Esophageal foreign bodies are frequently encountered in the primary care and emergency department setting and commonly require otolaryngology consultation for removal. In […]
OSA Patients Less Likely to Have Post-Op Bleeding
What is the relationship between pre-operative clinical diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and post-operative hemorrhage? Background: In general, post-operative complications following tonsillectomy are rare, with hemorrhage being one of […]
Sinus Surgery Checklist Standardizes Practice and Safety Tasks
How does implementation of an endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS) checklist affect safe surgical practices specific to ESS? Background: ESS is one of the most common surgical procedures performed by otolaryngologists. […]
Alkaline Drinking Water May Benefit Patients with Reflux Disease
Does commercially available alkaline drinking water reduce pepsin activity? Background: Pepsin, a key enzyme in the pathogenesis of both laryngopharyngeal and esophageal reflux disease, requires acid for its activation. Excessive […]
How to Avoid Resume Red Flags
How otolaryngologists can recognize warning signs, mitigate damage and promote their positives when searching for a job
Social Media as Health Resource for Otolaryngology Patients
A look at the advantages and disadvantages of social media blogs, networking sites and other cyber connections as a health care resource for patients
AAO-HNSF 2012: Doctor With Cancer Offers Lesson in Compassionate Care
A doctor with throat cancer, and a musician with cochlear implant, relay the importance of treating patients with compassion
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