2021 Highlights

Montefiore Einstein Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Over the course of an unprecedented year, Montefiore Einstein Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery placed itself on a trajectory of growth while also rising to the challenges of COVID-19 in novel, groundbreaking ways. The significant innovations in treatment and research our department made in 2021 led to improvements in care within our healthcare system and beyond.

Note from the chair

“This past year has been another challenging one for us all, as we continue to deal with the highs and lows of social inequity and the COVID-19 pandemic. We have been fortunate to be able to recruit excellent additions to our faculty—Drs. Ahmedli, Alexander, DeBiase, Fang and Lee—during this time. These fantastic physicians, as detailed in their bios below, have strengthened our ability to care for patients with any, and all, head and neck problems.”

DATA & STATISTICS

2021 by the numbers

29,508

Outpatient visits

1,847

Inpatient visits

2,912

Surgeries performed

69

Open research protocols, 16 of which were opened in 2021

Innovations and achievements

Pioneering the future of treatment and care

Novel skull base approach through the orbit

The Skull/Cranial Base Center at Montefiore has continued the multidisciplinary and collaborative approach to skull base surgery with further expansion of the armamentarium of approaches using transorbital neurosurgical endoscopic surgery (TONES).

Skull/Cranial Base Center continues to offer cutting-edge, multidisciplinary care

The Center utilizes the expertise of fellowship-trained surgeons and physicians to provide innovative, multidisciplinary care for a range of pathologies.

Gender-affirming surgery specialist

The ORL department has brought on a specialist in facial gender-affirming surgery and we are actively involved in the TransWellness Centers at Montefiore (TC@M).

Surgery for sleep apnea

We continue to offer a wide array of surgical options for patients with obstructive sleep apnea, including the Inspire Upper Airway Stimulation (UAS) implant.

Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

The Pediatric ORL Division at Montefiore is dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate and respectful care to every patient and family.

Safety Recommendations for Evaluation and Surgery of the Head and Neck During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Mitigating Tracheostomy-Related Latent Safety Threats Through In Situ Simulation: Catch Them Before They Fall

Palbociclib Renders Human Papilloma Virus-Negative Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma Vulnerable to the Senolytic Agent Navitoclax

Diversifying Researchers and Funding in Otolaryngology

Impact of Nonadherence to NCCN Adjuvant Radiotherapy Initiation Guidelines in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma in an Underserved Urban...

In Situ Simulation as a Tool to Longitudinally Identify and Track Latent Safety Threats in a Structured Quality Improvement Initiative for SARS-CoV-2...

Lateral approach improves surgical access to the superior pole in giant endemic goiters

Composite Chondromucosal Nasoseptal Flap for Reconstruction of Suprasellar Defects

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Ronda E. Alexander, MD, FACS

Director, Division of Laryngology, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Carolyn DeBiase, MD

Attending Physician, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Nigar N. Ahmedli, MD

Attending Physician, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Christina H. Fang, MD

Attending Physician, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Assistant Professor

Andrew H. Lee, MD

Attending Physician, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Assistant Professor

Bradley Schiff, MD

Professor, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Director, Head & Neck Division, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Director, Intern Year: Mentorship Director

Christina Yang, MD

Associate Professor, Otorhinolaryngology

Associate Director, Pediatric Otolaryngology Quality Assurance

Director, Pediatric Dysphagia Program

Attending Physician, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Co-Director, Bootcamp

Nadeem Akbar, MD

Associate Professor, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Director, Rhinology/Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery

Vikas Mehta, MD, MPH, FACS

Vice-Chair, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Assistant Professor, Otorhinolaryngology

Michel Nassar, MD, MSc

Division Director, Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery

Director, AeroDigestive Program, Children’s Hospital at Montefiore

Co-Director, CranioFacial Clinic

Associate Professor, Otolaryngology

Patient referrals

At Montefiore Einstein Otorhinolaryngology—Head & Neck Surgery, we know providing patients with the best possible care includes teamwork and trust. We work closely with our valued referring physicians to ensure open communication and reliable expertise.

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Gladys Padilla
Administrative Assistant to the Chair
gpadilla@montefiore.org

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Note from the chair

2021 by the numbers

29,508

1,847

2,912

69

Novel skull base approach through the orbit

ORL adds ENT hospitalist program

Head and neck cancer nurse navigation

Skull/Cranial Base Center continues to offer cutting-edge, multidisciplinary care

Gender-affirming surgery specialist

Surgery for sleep apnea

Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Improving care and outcomes through research

Safety Recommendations for Evaluation and Surgery of the Head and Neck During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Mitigating Tracheostomy-Related Latent Safety Threats Through In Situ Simulation: Catch Them Before They Fall

Palbociclib Renders Human Papilloma Virus-Negative Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma Vulnerable to the Senolytic Agent Navitoclax

Diversifying Researchers and Funding in Otolaryngology

Impact of Nonadherence to NCCN Adjuvant Radiotherapy Initiation Guidelines in Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma in an Underserved Urban...

In Situ Simulation as a Tool to Longitudinally Identify and Track Latent Safety Threats in a Structured Quality Improvement Initiative for SARS-CoV-2...

Lateral approach improves surgical access to the superior pole in giant endemic goiters

Composite Chondromucosal Nasoseptal Flap for Reconstruction of Suprasellar Defects

Updates and additions to our world-renowned faculty

Ronda E. Alexander, MD, FACS

Director, Division of Laryngology, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Carolyn DeBiase, MD

Attending Physician, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Nigar N. Ahmedli, MD

Attending Physician, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Christina H. Fang, MD

Attending Physician, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Assistant Professor

Andrew H. Lee, MD

Attending Physician, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Assistant Professor

Bradley Schiff, MD

Professor, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Director, Head & Neck Division, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Director, Intern Year: Mentorship Director

Christina Yang, MD

Associate Professor, Otorhinolaryngology

Associate Director, Pediatric Otolaryngology Quality Assurance

Director, Pediatric Dysphagia Program

Attending Physician, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Co-Director, Bootcamp

Nadeem Akbar, MD

Associate Professor, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Director, Rhinology/Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery

Vikas Mehta, MD, MPH, FACS

Vice-Chair, Otorhinolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery

Assistant Professor, Otorhinolaryngology

Michel Nassar, MD, MSc

Division Director, Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery

Director, AeroDigestive Program, Children’s Hospital at Montefiore

Co-Director, CranioFacial Clinic

Associate Professor, Otolaryngology

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