Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
Training the Next Generation, Shaping the Future of Research

Amongst the first of its kind, our training program is still one of the most sought-after in the country. Both our clinics and world-renowned research institute lead the industry in innovation and shape the future of patient care.

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Innovation for an International Impact

Every day, the U-M Medical School Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery is working to be the global leader in care, research and innovation. Our comprehensive adult and pediatric treatment of ear, nose, throat, head, and neck conditions include the country’s top center for laryngeal disorders, international fieldwork, and life-changing treatment within the University of Michigan hospital and clinics.
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ABOUT US

Learn more about our groundbreaking research, training and patient care.
EDUCATION

We offer a wide range of multidisciplinary training experiences, led by specialty leaders.
RESEARCH

From faculty to trainees, we are driven to innovate, discover and publish our findings.
PEOPLE

We’re the proud home of otolaryngology thought leaders and innovators, both on the faculties of our clinics and in the laboratories of our research institute.

PATIENT CARE

Explore comprehensive medical and surgical care for ear, nose, throat, head and neck conditions.
OUTREACH

Every person serves compassionate, quality care. That’s why we dedicate ourselves to serving patients in need worldwide.
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We provide patient care across a spectrum of focus areas and specialties within otolaryngology. 
  • Audiology
  • Comprehensive Otolaryngology & Sleep Medicine
  • Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
  • Head and Neck Oncology
  • Laryngology
  • Otology/Neurotology
  • Pediatric Otolaryngology
  • Rhinology & Skull Base
    • Michigan’s #1 ENT Program

    Year after year, U-M Health is ranked among the nation’s best ear, nose and throat hospitals by U.S. News & World Report.

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    residents using mannequins for training simulation A Tradition of Excellence and Innovation
    #1
    Michigan Hospital for ENT Care
    8th
    Ranked National ENT Care Facility
    #3
    National Residency Training Program
    Upcoming Events See all events
    Founders Day and Schacht Lectureship
    Hosted by the Kresge Hearing Research Institute, Founders Day is an opportunity for fellows and graduate students to present their research. The event features the Schacht Lecture, which aims to support rising investigators by fostering opportunities to network and form collaborative partnerships and mentorships.
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    From Adversity to Innovation: My Path to the Sandbox and Beyond
    Part of the Hearing, Balance and Chemical Senses seminar series.
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    2025 Charles J. Krause Lectureship
    The Charles J. Krause MD Lectureship aims to further the understanding of research advances in otolaryngology in both basic science and clinical applications.
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    Save the Date! | Championship Updates in Sleep Medicine conference
    Diverse & Multidisciplinary Speakers will provide evidence based and practical strategies to improve care of patients with sleep disorders and provide updates on innovations in sleep medicine.
    Save the Date! | Championship Updates in Sleep Medicine conference
    Diverse & Multidisciplinary Speakers will provide evidence based and practical strategies to improve care of patients with sleep disorders and provide updates on innovations in sleep medicine.
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    Department News
    Five Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Faculty Earn Promotions
    The University of Michigan Board of Regents approved five faculty for promotion at the May Meeting.
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    Health Lab
    Research reveals patient attitudes toward devices like smartwatches
    A Michigan Medicine expert answers questions about how smartwatch technologies can help patients with sleep apnea.
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    Health Lab
    Overcoming cancer and a lifelong phobia
    A unique collaboration at Michigan Medicine helped one head and neck patient.
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    Department News
    Introducing 2025 Incoming Resident Class
    Meet the newest residents to join our program.
         Richard Ohye, M.D., and Glenn Green, M.D., from Michigan Medicine and University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital with a bioresorbable, 3D-printed tracheobronchial splint device educational model – original size (left) and augmented model (right)
    News Release
    Clinical trial opens to study groundbreaking 3D printed device for babies with rare respiratory disease
    ANN ARBOR, Mich. – A new clinical trial will allow researchers to study 3D-printed bioresorbable devices aimed at treating children with rare and life-threatening airway condition tracheobronchomalacia.
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    Health Lab
    Speculum exams unnecessary for HPV screening
    HPV screening usually entails a speculum-based exam, which is an uncomfortable experience for most patients. University of Michigan researchers are the first to demonstrate in the United States that self-sampling is just as effective as speculum-based testing for HPV detection.
    Otolaryngology Internal Website

    Resources and information for current OTO learners and faculty.

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