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A network for past and present members of Penn's Otorhinolaryngology Department to stay connected and The U.S.

Penn boasts one of the oldest Otorhinolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (the treatment of ear, nose and throat disorders) departments and residency programs in the country. Since its founding in 1870 through today, Penn ORL-HNS maintains its legacy and commitment to the three pillars of academic medicine: patient care, education, and research. News & World Report consistently ranks the Hospitals of the University of Pennsylvania-Penn Presbyterian highest within the Philadelphia region, and in their 2015-16 listings the Otorhinolaryngology department was ranked 4th in the nation. Through our residency, fellowship, and grant programs we are able to provide physicians at all levels of training with exposure to cutting-edge medical and surgical as well as to the basic and clinical research domains within our specialty. Our innovative research focuses on pioneering treatments of head and neck diseases that result in tangible improvements in patient therapeutic outcomes and quality of life. This page aims to unite the network of people who are or have been a part of Penn’s Otorhinolaryngology department in any capacity. We will post updates about the accomplishments within our department amongst our residents, fellows, faculty and alumni, and we encourage you all to share your achievements here as well! http://www.uphs.upenn.edu/pennorl/

http://www.pennmedicine.org/otorhinolaryngology/

10/10/2025

Here’s what’s on the schedule for Friday, October 10 at the ISSS and ARS annual meetings in Indianapolis! 📅

09/10/2025

Previewing the schedule for the American Academy of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery, The American Rhinologic Society, and International Surgical Sleep Society annual meetings in Indianapolis! 📅 Our Penn & CHOP faculty will be presenting. Don’t forget to tag Penn ENT in your photos from the event! 📸

07/10/2025

Next in our PGY1 resident spotlight is Nadia Samaha, MD! 🎨❄️

Where is your hometown?
Beirut, Lebanon

What inspired you to pursue ENT?
I was drawn to the breadth of the field paired with its meaningful impact on patients’ ability to connect with the world. I was also lucky to have incredible mentors and colleagues who inspired me along the way.

What do you enjoy doing outside of work?
Skiing, painting, hanging out with my co-residents, exploring new restaurants and coffee shops, ClassPass workout classes, and cooking.

01/10/2025

Our PGY1 resident spotlight continues with Ada Sher, MD! 🌟🐶

Where is your hometown?
Columbus, Ohio

What inspired you to pursue ENT?
Restoring/improving patients' abilities to interact with others.

What do you enjoy doing outside of work?
I love going on hikes with my husband and dog, hanging out with my co-interns, watching football (the NFL and CFB champs of course), and trying all the incredible restaurants in Philly.

25/09/2025

We’re excited to continue our PGY1 resident introduction series! 🌟 Up next is Vikram Vasan, MD. 🏀

Where is your hometown?
Bay Area – Saratoga, California

What inspired you to pursue ENT?
I have had personal experiences throughout my life, both for me and for close family members, that involved being cared for by otolaryngologists. These interactions were some of the most meaningful and inspiring for me to think about ENT as a career. I then spent time with ENT surgeons in the clinic and the operating room during medical school, and I learned about the breadth of the field and realized their impact on patient's identities and senses. They also became some of my closest mentors, whom I admired and got along with, solidifying my pursuit of ENT!

What do you enjoy doing outside of work?
I love playing basketball, tennis, and pickleball, watching sports, traveling, photography, and chess!

22/09/2025

📘 Exciting news! The 7th edition of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery: Clinical Reference Guide is here, co-authored by our new faculty member, Dr. Alexander Chern.

🔗 Find the guide through the link in our bio!

18/09/2025

We’re excited to introduce our PGY1 residents in a new series this month! 🌟 Up first is Deepak Lakshmipathy, MD. 🐾

Where is your hometown?
Fremont, CA

What inspired you to pursue ENT?
I’m a nanoengineer by trade so the complexity of head and neck anatomy paired with the ability to use cutting-edge surgical technology was a perfect fit for me. I also love that I get to help people of all ages improve the way they interact with the world through hearing and voice.

What do you enjoy doing outside of work?
Anything outdoors with my fiancée and our dog Benji, traveling to new countries, tennis, chess, and spending too much money on cooking and coffee equipment.

15/09/2025

Congratulations to our new faculty member, Dr. Alexander Chern, on being named one of the four 2025 AAO-HNS Cochrane Scholars! 👏📖 Read more in the article linked in our bio.

11/09/2025

🎉 Congrats to new Penn Provost Fellow Audrey Drotos, Ph.D., who will study auditory neuroscience with Dr. Maria Geffen as her faculty mentor. Learn more about her research and outreach work below ⬇️

🔗 https://tinyurl.com/DrotosPHD ( )

07/09/2025

Great piece by Dr. Chao on the risks of using cotton swabs for ear cleaning, an important read for educating patients about their ear health. 👂📰
🔗 Read more: https://tinyurl.com/ChaoQTip

03/09/2025

🔁 Repost from ASPO! These clips from the ASPO annual meeting feature CHOP otolaryngologist, Dr. Kavita Dedhia, and former CHOP fellow, Dr. Jenna Devare, answering questions about their experiences in pediatric oto. 👩‍⚕️👩‍⚕️

29/08/2025

Exciting milestones for the team: Dr. Lee received his fourth RO1 grant for his work on chronic sinusitis and Dr. Carey has earned his first, advancing research on the role of the bitter taste receptor in oral cancer. A very proud moment for the department. 👏🏅

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