Keck Medicine of USC Physician Blog | Otolaryngology

September 2, 2026

Robotically Assisted Insertion Improves Cochlear Implant Outcomes

A Keck Medicine of USC expert discusses how robotic assistance is enhancing surgical finesse. Cochlear implants have long granted patients...

September 2, 2026

Sinus Surgery: When Is Earlier Intervention Beneficial?

Research is showing the effects of earlier surgical referral for patients with chronic rhinosinusitis. For the community otolaryngologist, the question...

September 2, 2026

Facial Nerve Regeneration: Latest Advances in Surgical Reinnervation

A Keck Medicine of USC facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon discusses novel approaches to facial nerve repair. Facial nerve disorders...

August 27, 2026

Thyroid Cancer: What Are the Latest Advances in Treatment?

With innovative diagnostic tools, specialists are offering more personalized thyroid cancer care while reducing long-term side effects. Thyroid cancer is...

February 23, 2026

What Should Head and Neck Cancer Patients Expect After Surgery?

A Keck Medicine of USC head and neck surgeon explains how she and her team prepare patients for potential challenges....

October 27, 2025

Will Circulating Tumor DNA Help Predict HPV-Related Throat Cancer?

A Keck Medicine of USC head and neck surgeon discusses circulating HPV DNA as a biomarker that could help make...

September 15, 2025

Single-Port Robotic Surgery Now Helps Head and Neck Surgeons Treat Hard-to-Reach Tumors

A Keck Medicine of USC head and neck surgeon explains the advantages — as well as remaining challenges. Single-port robotic...

August 4, 2025

Neoadjuvant Use Shows New Promise for Immunotherapy in Head and Neck Cancer

Keck Medicine of USC head and neck surgeon Uttam K. Sinha, MD, discusses if adding neoadjuvant and adjuvant immunotherapy to...

January 30, 2025

Many Insured Patients Still Can’t Afford Hearing Aids, Study Finds

Keck Medicine of USC research reveals which types of health insurance are better at helping patients afford hearing aids —...

November 6, 2024

If HPV Causes Throat Cancer, Why Aren’t More People Getting Vaccinated?

A Keck Medicine of USC head and neck cancer surgeon discusses the need for more awareness among the public and...

October 9, 2024

Interprofessional Practice Model Boosts Efficiency and Outcomes for Patients and Physicians, Laryngologist Says

A laryngologist from Keck Medicine of USC explains how interprofessional practice (IPP) benefited his team. Working in silos is often...

August 16, 2024

Robotic Assistance Can Improve Cochlear Implant Outcomes

A Keck Medicine of USC expert explains how robotics are improving cochlear implant results for patients. Thanks to robotic assistance,...

May 14, 2024

Physician Burnout: Why Work-Life Balance Is a Moving Target

Roxana Moayer, MD, a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon at Keck Medicine of USC, shares her tips for work-life balance....

April 25, 2024

Voice Recovery Options After Total Laryngectomy: Which Is Best for a Patient?

Total laryngectomy patients have several options for regaining voice functioning. Ensuring best outcomes takes a team, explains Niels C. Kokot,...

February 13, 2024

Identifying a Lower Mortality Risk for Regular Hearing Aid Users

A new study by researchers with Keck Medicine of USC identified a 24% lower risk of death for hearing-loss participants...