Fall 2024
Message From the Chair Dear Alumni and Friends, It is a tremendous privilege to share the work of the Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery over the last year, and to highlight the remarkable advances that we have made in our fight against head and neck cancer, hearing loss, and other related otolaryngologic conditions. This has been a year of continued clinical and research growth for the Department. I am proud to say that with the support of the Eye and Ear Foundation we have successfully recruited some of the best surgeons and scientists from across the United States to Pittsburgh. Our recruitment reflects key priorities for the Department, including providing worldclass clinical care and conducting groundbreaking translational research. The success of the Department is being recognized, as this year we had a significant improvement in our U.S. News and World Report rankings, from #44 to #19 in the nation.
José Zevallos, MD, MPH, FACS
Additionally, design and planning for the new Pittsburgh Hearing Institute at the UPMC Mercy Pavilion is well underway! With insights from clinicians and researchers, we have designed a unique center where surgeons, audiologists, and researchers work side-by side to discover the next generation of treatments for hearing loss and tinnitus. We are incredibly grateful to the Eye & Ear Foundation and our donors for their continuing efforts to help make the Pittsburgh Hearing Institute a reality. In this issue of our alumni newsletter, I’m excited to introduce you to the brilliant crop of new residents and fellows that have joined our department this year, while also saying goodbye to those trainees who have moved onto the next phases of their careers. You’ll get a chance to hear about the research being done by one of our newest faculty recruits, Greg Basura. And finally, you’ll get a chance to catch up with Jeff Bumpous, a distinguished and accomplished alumnus who has continued to stay connected to our department throughout his career. We had a great time seeing many of you at our reception in Miami, and look forward to more opportunities in the future to get together and celebrate! All of my best,
José Zevallos, MD, MPH, FACS Professor, The Eugene N. Myers, MD Chair Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
In This Issue Message from the Chair
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Graduating Fellows
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Incoming Residents
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Alumni Spotlight
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Incoming Fellows
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Upcoming Events
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Research Spotlight
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Webinar Information
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Graduating Residents
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