Welcome to the Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery (Ear, Nose and Throat) at OHSU. As one of the foremost departments in the US, we provide compassionate, innovative clinician leaders in every subspecialty who excel in care for Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery (Ear, Nose and Throat) conditions utilizing the most advanced, personalized treatments for both adults and children. In short, our clinicians have dedicated their professional lives to providing you and your family the highest level of care that we, ourselves, would hope to receive.

In addition to world class clinical and surgical care, our unparalleled, cutting-edge research programs and educational/training opportunities are defining future therapeutic modalities and preparing the next generation of clinicians, fortifying our department’s legacy as a leader in Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery (Ear, Nose and Throat).

We warmly welcome you to OHSU Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery (Ear, Nose and Throat).

Timothy L. Smith, MD, MPH, FACS
Professor and Interim Chair

Department of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery

Timothy L. Smith, MD, MPH, FACS. Professor and Interim Chair

Departmental Updates: Covid-19

In an effort to remain in compliance with OHSU recommendations and precautions, the Audiology walk-in/ drop off hearing aid clinic and the Beaverton Walk-In Lab are temporarily closed. Patients who need labs drawn should call ahead to the CHH2 lab at the south waterfront. 

Please click the link below for more information about the Coronavirus

Otolaryngology Grand Rounds Schedule

Full Detailed Schedule
Grand Rounds is currently being held Via WebEx. 

**Please note – beginning Monday 10/3, Grand Rounds will be offered in a hybrid format for those who would like to attend in person. You are welcome to join us in the Sam Jackson Hall, 5th floor conference room. Please continue to adhere to current OHSU policies regarding mask usage while on campus. **

Monday, July 29th, 2024

**Starting at 7:30a due to resident evals**

7:30 – 8:00am
Pediatric Case Management
Morgan Terry, M.D.
Resident Physician
Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery
Oregon Health and Science University

8:00 – 8:30am
VA Case Management
Michelle Buncke, M.D.
Resident Physician
Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery
Oregon Health and Science University

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Otolaryngology News

Dr. Gantz was recently featured through OHSU News for his work in robotic-assisted cochlear implants. Dr. Gantz is a part of our Cochlear Implant Program which works with patients of all ages who have hearing loss. We have one of the largest cochlear programs in the Pacific Northwest and our team of experienced audiologists and physicians provide personalized care for your hearing needs.

Check out Dr. Gantz in the featured article and contact our Cochlear Implant Program for a consultation. 

Hatfield Research Center

Oregon Hearing Research Center, a part of OHSU's Department of Otolaryngology, was recently featured in the Oregon Business Journal. The Center is the second-largest hearing research institute in the United States and focuses on the mechanisms and treatments for hearing loss involving the inner ear.
The Center's path-breaking work helps our clinicians to stay at the absolute forefront of our field, and the challenges faced by our patients motivates the Center's scientists to identify and solve the most critical problems facing people with hearing loss.