The appointment of Charles Elmaraghy, MD, FACS, FAAP, as the John F. Wolfe Endowed Chair in Pediatric Surgery is a significant milestone for the Department of Pediatric Otolaryngology at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. This prestigious position recognizes Dr. Elmaraghy's exceptional contributions to medical education and patient care.
Dr. Elmaraghy MD, FACS, FAAP, current faculty member in the Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery and clinical professor at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, currently serves as the director of Pediatric Otolaryngology at Nationwide Children's Hospital. His extensive experience and dedication to the field have earned him this well-deserved honor.
The John F. Wolfe Endowed Chair is named for John F. Wolfe, a prominent figure known for his role as the publisher of The Columbus Dispatch and as chair and CEO of the Dispatch Printing Company. Mr. Wolfe's legacy of altruism and civic leadership has significantly contributed to numerous projects in central Ohio and beyond, and the Wolfe family has generously supported many initiatives at the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, including cancer research, veterinary medicine, athletic facilities, scholarships and the establishment of eight endowed chairs and professorships.
Dr. Elmaraghy's career is marked by distinguished professional highlights. He graduated summa cum laude from The Ohio State University and achieved the highest USMLE Step 1 score in the nation in 1998. He was valedictorian at The Ohio State University College of Medicine in 2000, and scored highest in the nation in 2004 on the annual otolaryngology in-service examination.
In addition to his academic achievements, Dr. Elmaraghy is board-certified and received his fellowship training at Children's National Medical Center in Washington, D.C., specializing in pediatric otolaryngology. His career interests include sinus surgery, airway problems, head and neck masses and general pediatric otolaryngology. He is actively involved in training residents, medical students and other health professionals, and plays a crucial role in the ENT Mentorship Program and in medical school admissions to The Ohio State University College of Medicine for the Ambulatory clerkship. His accomplishments reflect his dedication to excellence and his commitment to advancing the field of pediatric otolaryngology.
In recent work, Dr. Elmaraghy and his team at Nationwide Children’s Hospital have advanced a large-scale in-office ear tube program that eliminates the need for general anesthesia. This innovation not only alleviates the burden on pediatric patients and their families but also facilitates a higher volume of these routine procedures.
The induction ceremony for Dr. Elmaraghy's appointment to the John. F. Wolfe Endowed Chair took place at Nationwide Children's Hospital on Nov. 20, 2024. His appointment is a testament to his dedication, expertise, and commitment to improving patient care and advancing medical education.
Congratulations to Dr. Elmaraghy on achieving this prestigious milestone! Dr. Elmaraghy’s work will continue to have a positive impact on the field of otolaryngology, improving both education and patient care and outcomes.