Otolaryngology is experiencing significant developments from both scientific research and patient-driven recognition of conditions. Two key innovations are gene therapy for hearing loss and the identification and treatment of retrograde cricopharyngeal dysfunction, which illustrate different origins of medical progress.
Effective presurgical discussions are essential for helping patients make informed decisions and feel comfortable with their treatment options.
Dr. Lindsay reflects on her first experience participating in Advocacy Day, organized by the AAO-HNS, highlighting the importance of physician advocacy beyond clinical care.
Dr. Holt explores the ethical responsibilities of otolaryngologists when asked to provide emergency care to patients who are uninsured and outside their usual practice, emphasizing the evolving nature of duty in modern medical practice.
Dr. Shapiro discusses “The Pitt,” praising its realistic portrayal of healthcare challenges while highlighting a specific issue with how otolaryngologists are depicted.
U.S. immigration policies have significantly affected immigrant families’ access to pediatric otolaryngological care, leading to fear, reduced healthcare visits, and delayed treatments. These changes have created challenges for healthcare providers and jeopardized children’s health and well-being.
ENTtoday debuts a new column, History of Otolaryngology, aimed at recounting clinically relevant pieces of the specialty’s past.
Trust and racial disparities significantly impact patient care in otolaryngology, as illustrated by a Black patient’s reluctance to undergo a life-saving tracheostomy due to past medical complications and systemic distrust. This case highlights the need for diversity and education in the medical workforce to improve patient trust and outcomes.
Otolaryngologists face increasing threats and violence from patients or their families, prompting the adoption of system-level safety protocols to protect staff while ensuring patient care. These protocols emphasize team-based responses, clear behavior expectations, and institutional support to manage disruptive behaviors effectively.