Research and Innovation
Message from the Chair
James Rocco, MD, PhD
The Ohio State Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery had much to celebrate in FY22. We earned the No. 11 spot in the Blue Ridge Institute for Medical Research rankings; we were named the No. 5 otolaryngology residency program in the nation by Doximity Residency Navigator; and, once again, we were named among the top 20 ENT programs in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
Department of Otolaryngology FY22 at a Glance
- $7.8M+ in research funding
- 12,690 surgeries
- 29 active grants
- 38 active clinical trials and research studies
- 169 publications
Department Highlights
Clinical Practice
Innovative dysphagia clinic incorporated into Ohio State’s Head and Neck Cancer Program
Leadership and Recognition
Matthew Old, MD, named David E. Schuller, MD, and Carole Schuller Chair in Otolaryngology
Research and Innovation
Kris Jatana, MD, plays instrumental role in passage of Reese’s Law and global efforts to reduce button battery-related injuries in children
Clinical Practice
Soon-to-be-offered intralymphatic immunotherapy a potential game changer for allergy patients
Education
Ohio State brings back live endoscopic surgery course for clinicians worldwide
Research and Innovation
Ruili Xie, PhD, earns R01 grant to study novel noise-induced hearing loss mechanism
Clinical Practice
Ohio State expands plastic surgery division to provide tertiary care to more patients
Education
New otolaryngology resident-to-resident mentorship program gives additional touchpoint to support patient care
Research and Innovation
Kai Zhao, PhD, earns second R01 grant to continue the study of nasal obstruction and treatment options
Leadership and Recognition
James Rocco, MD, PhD, receives FAME Outstanding Mentor Award for Professors
Philanthropy