In this episode of Head and Neck Innovations, Paul Bryson, MD, MBA is joined by facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Khashayar Arianpour, MD, to discuss the evolving field of facial plastic surgery. They explore the intersection of functional and aesthetic outcomes in rhinoplasty, advances in facial reconstruction following skin cancer treatment and trauma, the role of 3D imaging and surgical planning technologies, and the growing emphasis on personalized, natural-looking results that preserve each patient's unique identity.

In this episode of Head and Neck Innovations, experts in neurotology and neurosurgery discuss the diagnosis and management of lateral skull base tumors, highlighting multidisciplinary collaboration, personalized treatment strategies, and the latest surgical and imaging innovations improving patient outcomes.

In this episode of Head and Neck Innovations, Edward Doyle, MD, and Varun Kshettry, MD, join host Paul Bryson, MD, to discuss the diagnosis and management of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks and encephaloceles. They explore common presentations, advances in imaging and diagnostic testing, and collaborative surgical approaches for skull base repair. The conversation also highlights the growing recognition of idiopathic intracranial hypertension as an underlying cause of spontaneous CSF leaks, as well as emerging treatment strategies including venous sinus stenting, weight management, and GLP-1 receptor agonists.

In this episode of Head and Neck Innovations, Christopher Roxbury, MD, and Rhinology Fellow Chase Kahn, MD, join host Paul Bryson, MD, to discuss advances in endonasal skull base surgery. They explore how the field has evolved, key considerations for patient selection and preoperative planning, and strategies for managing risks such as venous thromboembolism and postoperative bleeding. The conversation also highlights multidisciplinary collaboration and emerging innovations shaping the future of minimally invasive skull base surgery.

Mark Fadel, MD joins this episode of Head & Neck Innovations to discuss recent advances and innovations he is excited about as he starts his practice in pediatric otolaryngology. Advancements in medical treatments like Dupixent and Trikafta are transforming care for children with allergic rhinitis and cystic fibrosis—reducing the need for surgery and improving outcomes.

Brandon Prendes, MD joins this episode of Head & Neck Innovations to discuss the upcoming 2025 Contemporary Multidisciplinary Care of the Head and Neck Cancer Patient course. The course provides a contemporary update of management strategies for head and neck cancer, using a multidisciplinary approach.

Claudio Milstein, PhD joins the podcast to discuss the concept of unified care in managing voice, swallowing, and upper airway disorders. Dr. Milstein explains the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration in optimizing patient outcomes and shares details about an exciting upcoming CME on unified care.

Sarah Sydlowski, AuD, PhD returns to the podcast to discuss the importance of proper communication to patients with hearing loss. Dr. Sydlowski explains how effective communication can influence patient compliance with provider recommendations and overall treatment adherence, as well as how healthcare systems can optimize care for patients with hearing loss.