Patient Care

Patient Care

U.S. News & World Report ranks Vanderbilt Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery among top programs in the nation and we are proud to be ranked as the number one adult hospital in the state of Tennessee and metropolitan Nashville.

Our robust research program, nationally and internationally recognized team of experts, cutting-edge technology and innovative specialty programs all work together to create a powerhouse otolaryngology group committed to improving technology, offering innovative treatment options and putting the needs of our patients first.

Our Sub-specialties and Further Information

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  • As a national leader in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, we see patients from all 50 states and around the world. Our Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery team has worked to streamline coordination of care, offering out-of-town patients a full day of appointments that can include diagnosis, creation of a care plan, and, in some circumstances, even surgery on the same day.

    Our specialists, leadership, and resources have brought international renown to the Vanderbilt Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery program. Our team knows that healthcare is always evolving, and we are committed to growing with it to provide the best possible care for each of our patient's unique needs.

    To contact care coordinated programs, see specific numbers in our Contact Us section above.

  • If you are a referring physician, Vanderbilt provides real-time access to clinical data for your adult patients. Visit Vanderbilt Health Connect to:

    • Make patient referrals
    • Submit orders for select imaging
    • Review records, test results, and imaging reports
    • Receive notifications about your patient's outpatient appointments, ED visits, and admissions
    • Easily communicate with your patient's Vanderbilt care team
    • Access to clinical notes, physician directory, and on-call schedules

    To enroll in Vanderbilt Health Connect, please sign the site agreement.

    For referrals by phone, see specific numbers in our Contact Us section above.

    For adult patient referral questions or concerns, please call:

    For pediatric patient referral questions or concerns, please call:

    For referrals to other Vanderbilt University Medical Center departments, consult Vanderbilt Health.

  • Our Team

    The Vanderbilt Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery team members are highly regarded experts in the field. Our surgeons frequently speak both nationally and internationally about cutting-edge research and treatment in microtia and atresia, facial nerve disorders and reanimation, combined sinus and rhinoplasty surgery, and more.

    We also work closely with the following related programs and services:

    • Cosmetic Surgery
    • Facial Nerve Disorders Program
    • Microtia and Atresia Program
    • Otology
    • Rhinology

    Vanderbilt Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery participates in clinical trials for many of our subspecialties, including Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. A searchable list of active studies can be found at Vanderbilt Find a Clinical Trial. 

  • Our Team

    The Vanderbilt Rhinology, Skull Base, and Sleep Surgery team has extensive training and experience in the management of the entire spectrum of nasal and sinus diseases, skull base pathology, sleep apnea, and other sleep disorders. As national leaders in these fields, we perform comprehensive diagnostics and develop tailored patient care plans. This includes diagnostic imaging (same day CT scanning), endoscopy, smell and taste testing, and the spectrum of procedures ranging from ones done in-office to advanced surgical care.

    We provide the latest in medical and other non-surgical treatments and also collaborate with other specialties for multidisciplinary treatment. Our team works closely with allergy and immunology specialists as part of the Asthma, Sinus, and Allergy Program (ASAP). We also work with endocrinologists, neurosurgeons, and ophthalmologists to manage complex disorders involving the pituitary gland, eye socket, and skull base, including a variety of tumors and CSF leaks. Additionally, our group collaborates with sleep specialists from other departments, including neurology, dental, and pulmonary medicine.

    Although we manage a lot of complicated and unusual problems, we also provide care to the full spectrum of common ENT conditions that impact the nasal and sinus passages, as well as sleep. Our goal is to use minimally invasive procedures whenever possible, which gives patients shorter recovery times and fewer complications. Our team is often able to perform same-day minor surgical procedures in the office.

    We also work closely with the following related programs and services:

    Vanderbilt Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery participates in clinical trials for many of our subspecialties, including Rhinology, Skull Base, and Sleep Surgery. A searchable list of active studies can be found at Vanderbilt Find a Clinical Trial. See also the sleep research lab of David Kent, MD and the sinonasal research lab of Justin Turner, MD, PhD.