At UCSF Otolaryngology | Head and Neck Surgery, we believe exceptional care extends beyond treatment. It's about creating a supportive, empathetic environment where patients feel heard & valued. Thank you for letting us be part of your health journey! ohns.ucsf.edu/patient-care #PXWeek

Preclinical study from UCSF Otolaryngology | Head and Neck Surgery's Drs. Lauren Levine, Matthew Spitzer (@SpitzerLab) & @UCSF colleagues reveals a game-changing approach to enhance CAR-T cell efficacy in brain tumor microenvironments. Read more in JCI insight: doi.org/10.1172/jci.in…

REMINDER❗UCSF Otolaryngology | Head and Neck Surgery's Lewis Francis Morrison, MD Lectureship featuring UCLA Head & Neck Surgery's Dr. Dinesh K. Chhetri (@voiceboxdoc) is tomorrow! You still have time to register ➡️ bit.ly/3HYJ7kN

Honoring #HeadAndNeckCancerAwareness Month, UCSF Otolaryngology | Head and Neck Surgery provided free screening to those in our community. Read more to learn about additional preventative tips: ohns.ucsf.edu/news/successfu…

A study in #TheLaryngoscope from UCSF Otolaryngology | Head and Neck Surgery researchers & colleagues highlights the importance of considering donor site skin pigmentation for better postoperative outcomes, offering insights for surgical interventions. doi.org/10.1002/lary.3…

Research from UCSF Otolaryngology | Head and Neck Surgery researchers explores the coordinated activity in the auditory thalamus, revealing stable ensembles with enhanced information encoding properties. Important insights into brain processing in SfN Journals: doi.org/10.1523/JNEURO…

It's #PXWeek ! Shoutout to everyone at UCSF Otolaryngology | Head and Neck Surgery making a positive impact on #PatientExperience . From our collaborative multidisciplinary team to our commitment to inclusivity & diversity, every aspect of our care is designed to prioritize your health & well-being.

.UCSF Otolaryngology | Head and Neck Surgery researchers discover intriguing ribbon movements in cochlear synapses post-noise exposure, hinting at hearing damage mechanisms. Potential for new interventions to preserve auditory function. doi.org/10.1038/s42003…

Making a lifelong impact on a child's quality of life drew UCSF Otolaryngology | Head and Neck Surgery's Dr. Kristina Rosbe to pursue pediatric care. Now, as a board member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, she is making strides in health equity & mental health. ohns.ucsf.edu/news/ohns-chie…

New study from UCSF Otolaryngology | Head and Neck Surgery researcher uncovers dynamic changes in cochlear synapses after noise exposure, highlighting immediate damage to hearing function. Live imaging reveals ribbon volume increase & movement, offering insights for potential treatments. doi.org/10.1038/s42003…

Study by UCSF Otolaryngology | Head and Neck Surgery researchers & colleagues examines color match in head & neck microvascular free tissue transfer donors. Results reveal worse color discrepancies with lighter donor site skin. doi.org/10.1002/lary.3…

Correction alert: A study in Nature Medicine by UCSF Otolaryngology | Head and Neck Surgery's Dr. Matthew Spitzer (@SpitzerLab) & colleagues redefines a cell line in cancer research, clarifying that what was previously referred to as AT3 breast cancer is actually Lewis lung carcinoma. doi.org/10.1038/s41591…

Drs. Taylor Erickson (Taylor Standiford Erickson) & Megan Durr of UCSF Otolaryngology | Head and Neck Surgery 'highlight the sex differences in obstructive #Sleep Apnea & shed light on the varying presentations, diagnostic challenges, as well as treatment responses observed in men & women.' doi.org/10.1016/j.otc.… #OSA

We're sending a huge thank you to our administrative staff for all the hard work & commitment they dedicate to making our department thrive!

#AdministrativeProfessionalWeek

Steven Engebretsen & Neema Rashidi, UCSF Otolaryngology | Head and Neck Surgery trainees, have received significant recognition from American Society of Preventive Oncology (ASPO) for their impactful research in pediatric hearing loss intervention & health equity for Deaf & Hard of Hearing children. They will be honored at COSM next month! 👏

Research in JCI insight from UCSF Otolaryngology | Head and Neck Surgery's Drs. Lauren Levine, Matthew Spitzer & @UCSF colleagues proposes a promising strategy to enhance CAR-T cell therapy effectiveness against brain tumors by improving metabolic conditions in hypoxic environments. doi.org/10.1172/jci.in…

Dr. Lia Jacobson of UCSF Otolaryngology | Head and Neck Surgery was awarded Principal Investigator for upcoming research on surgeons & anesthesiologists advancing perioperative health equity. Congratulations!

Interested in #laryngeal re-innervation? Tune in on May 2nd for a contemporary review & to learn about clinical applications from UCLA Head & Neck Surgery's Dr. Dinesh K. Chhetri, UC San Francisco's Dr. Yue Ma, Erik Steele CCC-SLP, MA & UCD HealthScience's Dr. Daniel Cates. Register now! bit.ly/3HYJ7kN

Happy Administrative Professionals Day to all our hardworking administrative staff at UCSF OHNS! You are valued and appreciated. ♥

As a board member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, UCSF Otolaryngology | Head and Neck Surgery's Dr. Kristina Rosbe will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of pediatric specialists who have 'mutual goals of helping children & families to achieve optimal health.' ohns.ucsf.edu/news/ohns-chie…