
Committed to excellence
The Ohio State Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery is guided by a mission to deliver exceptionally safe, high quality and value-based care. Our efforts have been consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report, most recently ranking us the No. 19 ear, nose and throat program in the nation. It's our commitment to quality that makes this possible.
FY23 Featured Stories


Eugene Chio, MD, implants his 500th upper airway stimulation device

ENT resident Sarah Nyirjesy, MD, designs novel 3D-printed splint to save a patient’s life

Soon-to-be-offered intralymphatic immunotherapy a potential game changer for allergy patients

Ohio State expands plastic surgery division to provide tertiary care to more patients

Ruili Xie, PhD, earns R01 grant to study novel noise-induced hearing loss mechanism

Innovative dysphagia clinic incorporated into Ohio State’s Head and Neck Cancer Program

Kris Jatana, MD, plays instrumental role in passage of Reese’s Law and global efforts to reduce button battery-related injuries in children

Kai Zhao, PhD, earns second R01 grant to continue the study of nasal obstruction and treatment options

Ohio State brings back live endoscopic surgery course for clinicians worldwide

Buckeye Center for Hearing and Development receives $250,000 in funding for capacity-building project

Edward Dodson, MD, receives AAO-HNS Distinguished Award for Humanitarian Service

Funding 3D medical models to improve head and neck cancer care

Nothing to sneeze at: New allergy software improves patient safety
Other Stories

Innovation and Research
Novel test detects cancer DNA in the bloodstream

Improving Lives
Project Ear: The sounds of success

Innovation and Research
Internal review boosts national NIH funding ranking

Expanding Patient Care
Recent expansion helps otolaryngologists meet increased demand for care

Unique Patient Care
Stephen Kang, MD, works with veterinary oncologist to give beloved dog its bark back

Innovation and Research
Tendy Chiang, MD, leads $3.6 million NIH grant focused on trachea regeneration

Innovation and Research
Research team rolls out a sweet strategy to screen for taste and smell loss associated with COVID-19

Improving Clinical Practice
First impressions drive more holistic approach to gender-affirming care

Improving Clinical Practice
Ohio State's M4 Lab is Defining the Future of 3D Printing in Medicine

Innovation and Research
Ohio State's Aaron Moberly, MD, Awarded a $2.7 Million NIH Grant to Predict Cochlear Implantation Outcomes

2020 Annual Report
Ohio State Otolaryngology Department thrives during year of pandemic challenges

Innovation and Research
The risks of waiting for surgery

Training leaders of tomorrow
Ohio State implements virtual recruitment process to fill residency and fellowship positions

Innovation and Research
New U01 Study Evaluates Intraoperative Monitoring During Cochlear Implantation

Vestibular Innovation
Dr. Merfeld Leads $7.5 Million Study to Unlock Mysteries of Spatial Disorientation in Flight

Leading the Way
Dr. Chio Implants More Upper Airway Stimulation Devices than Anyone in the World

Contributing to a Bigger Picture
Otolaryngology Finds Unique Ways to Weather the COVID-19 Storm

Innovation and Research
Columbus Zoo Turns to Ohio State Wexner Medical Center for Help

Innovation and Research
Global Phase III Study of Hypereosinophilic Syndrome to Kick Off at Ohio State

Innovation and Research
New Study Examines Link Between Visual Habituation and Cognitive Development in Deaf Infants

Creating New Opportunities
Ohio State’s Head and Neck Service Line Offers More Than Just Expert Care

Innovation and Research
Ohio State Launches Novel Study of Children with Cochlear Nerve Deficiency

Vestibular Innovation
Merfeld’s Virtual Reality Goggles Undergo Evaluation for Balance Test

Award Winning
Dr. Jatana and Research Team Receive Broyles Maloney Award

Improving Patient Care
Ohio State’s New SLP Advances Auditory Training for Adult Cochlear Implant Users

Nationally Ranked
Ohio State ENT is Leading the Way with Comprehensive Patient Care and Support

Leading the way