UCI Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery

UCI Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery Hear, Breathe, and Sleep Better At UCI Head & Neck, you have access to the top ear, nose and throat specialists in the country.

Our surgeons are well-known for their ongoing research and innovative treatment techniques, and our work provides relief for patients every day.

Veterans Day is a time to recognize the courage of those who stood for something greater.Thank you to the veterans who h...
11/11/2025

Veterans Day is a time to recognize the courage of those who stood for something greater.
Thank you to the veterans who have given so much to defend our freedom.

11/06/2025

We’ve developed advanced techniques that allow most patients to have their cholesteatoma surgery done in one setting instead of two. Using endoscopes and lasers, we restore normal ear anatomy and reduce recurrence rates to about 5% — the lowest in the country.

10/18/2025

Your ears deserve care at every age! Here’s how to keep them healthy:

1. Skip the Q-Tips – They push wax deeper and increase the risk of infection.
2. Guard against loud noise – Wear earplugs at concerts or when using power tools.
3. Support your hearing from the inside – If you’re 40+, take a daily multivitamin with vitamins A, C & E to help slow age-related hearing loss.
4. Keep blood pressure & blood sugar in check – These conditions can speed up hearing loss.
5. Don’t smoke – Smoking accelerates hearing damage.

Small changes today can help you hear better tomorrow.
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Coming Soon! This fall, we are excited to be opening a UCI Health Ear, Nose, and Throat clinic to serve our North Orange...
09/24/2025

Coming Soon! This fall, we are excited to be opening a UCI Health Ear, Nose, and Throat clinic to serve our North Orange County population, located in the city of Brea. This shared space between the Departments of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery and Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences will feature 18 exam rooms. Nine rooms will be dedicated to ear, nose, and throat patients with state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment and a full range of audiology services. More to come!

09/16/2025

Dr. Djalilian explains the difference between a Stapedectomy and a Stapedotomy.

Stapedectomy: removal of the stapes bone
Stapedotomy (used in 95%+ of cases today): creating a tiny hole for placing a prosthesis

Both achieve similar hearing results, but Stapedotomy is generally considered safer and less invasive.
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Labor Day reminds us of the power of teamwork, skill, and dedication. We are grateful for the people whose daily work ma...
09/01/2025

Labor Day reminds us of the power of teamwork, skill, and dedication. We are grateful for the people whose daily work makes life better for everyone.

08/30/2025

The gift of hearing again! Dr. Djalilian shares some of the powerful moments patients experience when their hearing is restored:

✨ Hearing the hum of the air conditioner for the first time.
✨ Realizing toilets make a sound when they flush.
✨ Discovering that songs have words, not just melodies. 🎶

These little moments remind us that hearing restoration isn’t just about sound… it’s about rediscovering life itself.
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Dr. Hamid Djalilian was recently featured in a Flow Space article about the connection between menopause, hormonal chang...
08/19/2025

Dr. Hamid Djalilian was recently featured in a Flow Space article about the connection between menopause, hormonal changes, and tinnitus.

From the article: "Tinnitus is a condition that causes you to hear sounds that don’t have an external source, and that no one else can hear. Dr. Hamid Djalilian—director of otology and neurotology and professor of otolaryngology, neurosurgery and biomedical engineering at the University of California, Irvine, as well as chief medical advisor at NeuroMed Tinnitus Clinic—estimates that up to 30% of women experience new or worsening tinnitus during menopause. Here’s everything you want to know about this intrusive, unpredictable condition, including how to make living with it more bearable."

You can read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3JFkXja

08/16/2025

What happens after you schedule a hearing test?

One of our expert audiologists will guide you through a hearing test in a specially designed soundproof booth.

Once your results are in, Dr. Oliaei will review them and sit down with you to discuss your hearing health and next steps.

It’s all part of our personalized, expert care.
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08/02/2025

Is cauterizing nasal cavities common?

Patients with frequent or chronic nosebleeds often find quick, lasting relief through this simple in-office treatment.

If nosebleeds keep disrupting your life, this common solution might be all you need.
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08/02/2025

Ever feel like the whole room is spinning?

Benign Positional Vertigo can make you feel like your world is literally turning upside down.

This happens when tiny crystals in your inner ear — part of your balance system — become dislodged and start moving through the inner ear canals, sending confusing signals to your brain. The result? Intense, sudden dizziness that can be scary and disorienting.

Fortunately, it is treatable — and you don’t have to live with the spinning.
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07/26/2025

Why do some people get frequent nosebleeds?

Dr. Oliaei explains that in many cases, it’s due to a large superficial blood vessel on the nasal septum that cracks and bleeds easily — especially in dry air or with minor irritation.

Other causes include:
- A deviated septum
- Use of blood thinners or anticoagulants
- Underlying kidney or liver conditions that affect blood clotting

If nosebleeds are frequent, don’t ignore them — a medical evaluation can help identify the cause and guide treatment.
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