Baylor College of Medicine Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery

11/18/2025

This past weekend in Oceanside, CA, Dr. Tran Locke delivered an insightful lecture on the overview and clinical manifestations of allergic disease for the AAOA Resident Allergy Accelerator Program (RAPA). PGY-4 residents Taylor Leavitt (top right) and Kevin Li (top left) also participated in RAPA, enjoying a fun-filled weekend of learning and collaboration in otolaryngologic allergy.
In addition, Dr. Locke contributed to the AAOA Annual Meeting, speaking on two dynamic panel discussions:

• “Pardon the Interruption: The Great Debates”
• “Challenges & Conundrums of Aeroallergen Immunotherapy”

We are proud to highlight the dedication of our faculty and residents as they continue advancing knowledge in allergy and immunology!

11/13/2025

We're discussing Veteran Affairs and Military Treatment Facilities today on our special episode of The NRG Oncology Podcast! Tune in now: www.NRGOncology.org/Podcast

11/07/2025

Dr. Deepak Mehta, Associate Professor in the Bobby R. Alford Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Texas Children's Hospital, was recently announced as the 2025-2026 President of the Texas Association of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery (TAO).
TAO is the primary statewide professional organization in Texas dedicated to the practice of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. It was founded to promote and advance the practice of the specialty and to provide continuing medical education (CME) for its members.
Congratulations, Dr. Mehta!

11/05/2025

10/29/2025

As National Audiology Awareness Month ends, Dr. Taylor Eubank, Audiologist at Baylor College of Medicine, answers some of the most asked questions about cochlear implants.

If you or a loved one is experiencing significant hearing loss and wondering whether a cochlear implant might be the right solution, our expert team is here to guide you. Schedule an appointment today by calling 713-798-5900.

10/24/2025

Happy Medical Assistants Recognition Week!
We are so grateful for our incredible Medical Assistants who play a vital role in patient care and in keeping our ENT clinics running smoothly! Your compassion, hard work, and dedication make such a difference every single day. Thank you from all of us in the Department of Otolaryngology at Baylor College of Medicine!

10/20/2025

Last week, Dr. Alex Sweeney proudly represented Baylor College of Medicine's Department of Otolaryngology as a visiting professor at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Specializing in Otology and Neurotology, Dr. Sweeney delivered an insightful lecture on Temporal Bone Surgery, sharing his expertise with over 35 eager students and faculty members. A huge thank you to for the warm welcome and for fostering such a vibrant academic exchange!

10/17/2025

Over 20 talks. 12 posters. Countless insights.

We are incredibly proud of our faculty, residents, fellows, alumni, and medical students who represented the Bobby R. Alford Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the annual American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Annual Meeting!

Their contributions in research, clinical innovation, and education continue to shape the future of ENT!

10/12/2025

Dr. Meha Fox moderated a scientific session at the annual American Rhinologic Society meeting in Indianapolis, Indiana, this weekend. One of the presenters was Dr. Maria Espinosa, a former BCM Otolaryngology resident (‘24). Dr. Espinosa went on to rhinology fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania. She is now faculty at the University of Colorado. We are so proud of her!

10/10/2025

Our Neurotology faculty, fellow, residents, and alumni are thrilled to be at the 60th Annual American Neurotology Society meeting . This morning, current fellow, Dr. Kaitlyn Brooks, presented "Low-Grade Temporal Bone Chondroid Tumors: To Operate or Radiate?" during the Skull Base Tumor Study Group session.
Pictured from left to right: Dr. Alex Sweeney (faculty), Dr. J. Cody Page (Fellow ’22), Dr. Ben Lovin (Fellow ’24), Dr. Craig Kemper (PGY-3), Dr. Kaitlyn Brooks (current fellow), Dr. Angela Peng (faculty), Dr. Paul Gidley (faculty), Dr. Nathan Lindquist (faculty).

10/10/2025

A diferencia de otros tipos de cáncer, no hay una prueba de rutina para detectar el cáncer de garganta, pero sí existen señales de advertencia y formas de detectarlo temprano. Consulta con tu médico si estás en riesgo.

10/09/2025

Unlike other cancers, there’s no routine screening test for throat cancer, but there are warning signs and ways to catch it early. Talk to your doctor if you’re at risk.