Jefferson Department of Otolaryngology

Jefferson Department of Otolaryngology Jefferson Otolaryngology physicians are specialists in the diagnosis and treatment of the ear, nose News & World Report.

Our physicians are trained in such subspecialty areas as Head and Neck Surgery, Sinus and Skull Base Surgery, Laryngology, Sleep Surgery, Otology, and Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Our mission is to provide the highest quality patient care by driving health care advancement and equity through collaboration, education and innovation. We are backed by state-of-the-art equipment and treat a variety of conditions including:

Allergies

Sinusitis

Nasal congestion/obstruction

Hearing loss

Balance disorders such as Meniere’s disease

Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Thyroid conditions including thyroid nodules and thyroid cancer

Cancers that affect the mouth, throat, face, head, and neck

Facial Aesthetics

Salivary Disorders

Vocal Cord dysfunctions

Jefferson Otolaryngology is part of Jefferson University Hospitals and Thomas Jefferson University which are partners in providing excellent clinical and compassionate care for our patients in the Philadelphia region. Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Department of Otolaryngology has been nationally ranked annually as a best hospital for ENT care by U.S.

On Wednesday, 3/11, our department came together for the 17th Annual James S. Reilly, MD Lecture in Pediatric Otolaryngo...
03/22/2026

On Wednesday, 3/11, our department came together for the 17th Annual James S. Reilly, MD Lecture in Pediatric Otolaryngology! We were honored to welcome Amanda Stapleton, MD, Associate Professor of Otolaryngology at Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and UPMC, as our invited speaker.
 
Dr. Stapleton delivered an inspiring presentation on “Technologic Advances in the Pre-op and Surgical Management of Pediatric Sinus and Skull Base Surgery,” sharing valuable insights and innovation in the field of pediatric otolaryngology. Thank you, Dr. Stapleton, for an outstanding lecture and for helping make this year’s event so memorable!
 
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The results are in for the 2026 Oto Match! We’re thrilled to welcome our incoming R’31 class: Asim Ahmed (Medical Colleg...
03/20/2026

The results are in for the 2026 Oto Match! We’re thrilled to welcome our incoming R’31 class: Asim Ahmed (Medical College of Georgia), Jillian Chen (Boston University), Rebecca Ho (Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School), Kalena Liu (City University of New York) and Daniel Uralov (Humanitas University)! Another incredible group will be joining us in June, and we can’t wait to welcome them to the team.
 

Today we celebrate our incredible residents! From busy clinics to late-night calls, our residents consistently go above ...
02/27/2026

Today we celebrate our incredible residents! From busy clinics to late-night calls, our residents consistently go above and beyond. Their dedication, teamwork, and commitment strengthen our department every single day. Your impact is felt throughout the department, thank you for everything you do!
 
PGY-5: Drs. Alexander Knops, Eric Mastrolonardo, Uche Nwagu, Christopher Valentini & Vivian Xu
PGY-4: Drs. Angela Alnermi, Kelly Bridgham, Daniel Campbell, Hannah Kenny & Jack Palmer
PGY-3: Drs. Emma De Ravin, Leonard Estephan, Ezra Pak Harvey, Bryan Renslo & Reilly Scott
PGY-2: Drs. Andrew Corr, Emily Garvey, Megan Hoppe, Jason Tasoulas & Sruti Tekumalla
PGY-1: Drs. Marina Aweedab, Shaun Edalati, Neha Garg, Rohith Kariveda & Shreya Mandloi
 

At Faculty Grand Rounds on Thursday, Eric Wang of UPMC delivered an engaging lecture titled Management and Quality of Li...
02/17/2026

At Faculty Grand Rounds on Thursday, Eric Wang of UPMC delivered an engaging lecture titled Management and Quality of Life in Sinonasal Malignancies.
 
The evening prior, the Rhinology team had the opportunity to catch up with Dr. Wang over dinner—great conversation and collaboration ahead of an insightful talk.
 

The PGY-4 residents gathered Wednesday evening with residency leadership to celebrate their class’s fantastic scores on ...
02/17/2026

The PGY-4 residents gathered Wednesday evening with residency leadership to celebrate their class’s fantastic scores on the 2025 Otolaryngology Training Exam!
 

Dr. Victoria Kesecker recently added a fun new educational prop to her toolbox! This hands-on model helps patients bette...
02/16/2026

Dr. Victoria Kesecker recently added a fun new educational prop to her toolbox!
 
This hands-on model helps patients better understand BPPV (benign paroxysmal positional vertigo) and clearly see how canalith repositioning maneuvers work. By visualizing what’s happening in the inner ear, patients can feel more confident, informed, and empowered throughout their care. 
 

Our first Head and Neck Cancer Screening event of the year is in the books! This important effort wouldn’t have been pos...
02/16/2026

Our first Head and Neck Cancer Screening event of the year is in the books!
 
This important effort wouldn’t have been possible without the dedication of Tara Difabio, Dr. Luginbuhl, and our incredible residents and faculty. We’re grateful to everyone who shared their time and expertise to support our patients and our community.
 

Happy National Women Physicians Day!  Today, we proudly celebrate the incredible women physicians of Jefferson Otolaryng...
02/03/2026

Happy National Women Physicians Day! 
 
Today, we proudly celebrate the incredible women physicians of Jefferson Otolaryngology. Your expertise, leadership, and compassion drive excellence in patient care and make a meaningful impact on our patients, our department, and our community every single day. Thank you for all that you do!
 
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Please join us in celebrating two exciting accomplishments! Dr. Curry was recently selected as a nominee to prepare a co...
01/05/2026

Please join us in celebrating two exciting accomplishments! Dr. Curry was recently selected as a nominee to prepare a concept paper for submission to the W.M. Keck Foundation, recognizing his expertise and innovative vision.
 
In addition, Dr. Curry has been promoted from Treasurer to Secretary of the TJUH Medical Executive Committee for the 2025–2027 term—a testament to his continued leadership and dedication to advancing our institution. Congratulations on these well-deserved achievements!
 

Our third annual Inaugural Annual Employee Awards! 3 employees were nominated by his/her peers, the awards recognized a ...
01/05/2026

Our third annual Inaugural Annual Employee Awards! 3 employees were nominated by his/her peers, the awards recognized a non-management employee of the department. Please see below for the winners:
 
Most Valuable Oto Employee Award - Center City Location: Gina Daywalt
 
“She truly embodies what our department stands for. She gives her all to both patients and staff, always making sure everyone feels supported and cared for. No matter how busy things get, she remains calm, dependable, and positive. She’s the person you can always count on. She’s knowledgeable, hardworking, and never hesitates to take on extra responsibilities or help a teammate in need. She leads by example, doing the right thing even when no one is watching, and she always goes above and beyond to make a difference.”
 
Most Valuable Oto Employee Award - Community Location: Brittany Hagan
 
“Always professional, works at the highest level of her scope, and gives exceptional patient care. She is consistently mentioned by name among patients in our Press Ganey Surveys. She is well liked by her team, as well as the providers. She is the epitome of what a team member should be.”
 
Oto Rookie of the Year Award: Krissy Solmen
 
“You would think she has worked here for years—she fit in seamlessly and was never afraid to jump in and help from day one. She is professional, takes initiative whenever needed, and has been an incredible addition to the team.”

For the Jefferson Master’s Class of SLP students, Sarah Adams and Jenna MacKenzie teach five in-depth sessions on Head a...
01/05/2026

For the Jefferson Master’s Class of SLP students, Sarah Adams and Jenna MacKenzie teach five in-depth sessions on Head and Neck Cancer.
 
One special session brings in four inspiring patients who share their time, experiences, words of wisdom, and humor giving students a meaningful glimpse into the real-life journeys of those living with head and neck cancer.
 

On Wednesday, 11/19, we were honored to welcome Stacey Gray, MD, FACS, Walter Augustus Lecompte Associate Professor of O...
12/23/2025

On Wednesday, 11/19, we were honored to welcome Stacey Gray, MD, FACS, Walter Augustus Lecompte Associate Professor of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Gray delivered an insightful lecture titled “Examining the Future of Surgical Training,” sharing her perspectives on current challenges and innovations shaping the next generation of surgical education.
 
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