Although single-use devices are convenient and may be more appropriate in specific patient care scenarios, the environmental, economic, and human health costs must be considered.


Although single-use devices are convenient and may be more appropriate in specific patient care scenarios, the environmental, economic, and human health costs must be considered.



Caring for the homeless and uninsured may be a challenge and they may take more of our valuable time than other patients, but if we deny them our care, we stand to lose a bit of our professional soul in the process.
When it comes to digital platforms meant to ease the prior approval burden, many procedures can receive almost instantaneous approval after a few keyboard clicks, but when a case isn’t cookie-cutter, these tools often aren’t very helpful—and might even make the process more of a headache than it would have been back in the old days.

Workplace bullying may not be as overt as in the past, but it still exists and requires strong leaders who are not afraid to stand up and create a workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.


Studies show that reimbursement for otolaryngology services is generally below the federal benchmark.

While working during an illness has often been seen as a sign of strength, new attitudes are allowing physicians to take a break.