Society Debuts TRIO Leadership Academy
The Triological Society is investing in the future of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery with the debut of its TRIO Leadership Academy.
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Feeling the Squeeze
Physicians across academic and private practices are experiencing increasing pressure to boost productivity, often at the expense of other professional responsibilities and personal well-being. This growing strain contradicts the mission of academic medicine and risks eroding the core values that motivate healthcare professionals.
Resident Focus
Fellowship in Otolaryngology
Dr. Berges shares her insight into the evolving role and significance of fellowship training in otolaryngology, highlighting its impact on surgical education and career development.
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Otolaryngology Hospitalists: A Relatively New Role
Learn about the relatively new role of otolaryngology hospitalists, from the evolution and models, to benefits and challenges.
Literature Reviews
Patient and Procedural Predictors of Early Recovery Quality after Endoscopic Endonasal Surgery
Which patient and procedural factors influence early post-operative recovery quality and PACU outcomes after EES?
What’s New Versus Tried and True in Pulsatile Tinnitus
Pulsatile tinnitus (PT) is a complex otologic condition often linked to idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), vascular abnormalities, and obesity, with emerging treatments focusing on glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists. Accurate diagnosis and multidisciplinary care are essential for effective management of PT and related disorders.
Literature Reviews
The Impact of Chronic Particulate Matter Exposure on Quality-of-Life Outcomes after ESS
Does chronic pre-operative exposure to fine particulate matter (PM2.5) affect QoL outcomes after ESS in patients with CRS?
Literature Reviews
Association Between Symptoms of Body Dysmorphia and Social Media Usage: A Cross- Generational Comparison
Is increased social media use associated with symptoms of body dysmorphia and interest in cosmetic procedures in U.S. adults?
TRIO Best Practices
Imaging Before Velopharyngeal Dysfunction Surgery in Patients with 22qDS?
Routine universal imaging before velopharyngeal dysfunction operations in patients with 22qDS is not recommended. Rather, the surgical technique and careful dissection should be the priority.
TRIO Best Practices
Are Boot Camps an Effective Teaching Modality for Junior Otolaryngology Residents?
The available evidence demonstrates that boot camps are well-received and viewed as highly valuable by trainees, and they’re effective at improving trainee confidence, with benefits persisting at least six months after participation.
A Randomized Pilot Trial of Virtual Reality Surgical Planning for Head and Neck Oncologic Resection
The use of VR in surgical planning could enhance clinical outcomes for HNC resections. The authors’ goal was to assess the feasibility of a vr protocol for oncologic surgical planning and to analyze its impact on surgical outcomes.
Signaling in Otolaryngology Resident Matching
Preference signaling in otolaryngology residency matching is a process where applicants send a limited number of signals to programs they are most interested in, helping programs identify genuinely interested candidates. This method aims to improve the efficiency and fairness of the residency application process.
Houston, We Have a Problem
Spaceflight can cause significant sinonasal health issues for astronauts, affecting their mission performance. A study analyzing nearly two decades of astronaut medical records reveals that these problems are common and merit serious attention.