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Duke Health offers TEP surgery for throat cancer patients post-laryngectomy, enabling natural-sounding speech. “It’s a game-changer,” says Dr. Trinitia Cannon, head and neck surgeon at Duke Cancer Center Raleigh.

Duke Cancer Institute launches the Thyroid Cancer Center, led by Drs. Scheri, Frieze, Kahmke, and Muzaffar. Dr. Kahmke and team offer expert, collaborative care across specialties for thyroid cancer patients.

Duke’s Blake Wilson has been a pioneer in developing the modern cochlear implant, working on the technology with colleagues at RTI International in Research Triangle Park and co-founding the Cochlear Implant Program at Duke in 1984.

Dr. Danai Fannin, PhD, CCC-SLP, adjunct faculty in Duke HNS&CS, has been named a 2025 ASHA AFellow recipient for her exceptional contributions to communication sciences, reflecting Duke’s continued leadership in advancing clinical excellence.

We are excited to announce that we will be hosting a Virtual Town Hall. This session will start with an introduction from our faculty and residents, followed by an exclusive opportunity to chat with residents alone.

Jessica West, PhD, MPH, joins the NC Council for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing to help guide state services, bringing expertise in hearing loss, stigma, and public health from Duke University.

The 2025 Duke Otolaryngology Emergency Skills Simulation Course welcomed PGY1 and PGY2 residents from Duke University and other academic institutions across the Southeast.

MS can affect speech, but help is available. Speech therapy, tech tools & lifestyle changes can improve clarity & confidence. Featuring expert insights from Dr. Nidhi Mahendra Gupta. Click link to read more.

We’re excited to welcome our PGY-1 residents! Joining the 5-Year Track: Audrey Abend (Rutgers), Katherine Gonzalez (CUSM), Nina Stephen (UTSW). On the 7-Year Track: Madison Hearn (Penn State). Welcome aboard!

Dr. Woodard has been named the inaugural Vice Chair for Education in Head and Neck Surgery & Communication Sciences, leading UME, GME, CME, and faculty development across the department.