General Info

In childhood, I had a number of surgeries related to a cleft lip and palate. I developed a relationship with my surgeon, who remained a mentor through college and medical school and really pushed me to help others. I chose otolaryngology as a specialty because I was very interested in anatomy as well as the ability to help people with a broad spectrum of problems, from breathing easier to treating their cancers. Some of the most common conditions I treat are cancers of the mouth, tongue and throat as well as sinus disease ? sinus surgery to help with sleep apnea. My passion for caring for people comes from that connection you can make with a patient, getting to know them, getting to know their family and making sure not only they do well through the surgery, but that they're recovering, regaining the function that helps them live their best life.