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Jeffrey Cheng, MD, pediatric otolaryngologist, has been promoted to full professor in the Department of Head and Neck Surgery & Communications Sciences, effective December 1,

A recent global review published in eClinicalMedicine found that hearing and vision impairments are 2–4 times more prevalent among incarcerated youth, highlighting the urgent need for better screening and treatment strategies to reduce long-term educational, behavioral, and health disparities.

Duke employee Shelly Currie was featured in a Duke-produced video, where she shared the story of her cochlear implant. The story, which mentions HNS&CS faculty Blake Wilson, notes that, “The device, developed with help from Duke researchers, opened a new world she once thought lost.”

LIDERES, a community health initiative developed by Duke medical students with support from Head and Neck Surgery & Communication Sciences (HNS&CS) faculty, was featured at El Centro Hispano’s 3rd Annual Community Health Worker Forum  on September 6, 2025.

Team members from across the Department of Head and Neck Surgery & Communications Sciences (HNS&CS) joined Tools4Schools on September 6, 2025.

A new international study reveals a mismatch between hearing loss and hearing aid use across countries—highlighting a gap in global hearing health care. 

Dennis Onyeka Frank-Ito, PhD, has been appointed Associate Professor with Tenure in the Department of Head and Neck Surgery & Communication Sciences, effective October 1, 2025.

Cancer survivors are more likely than the general population to use medications for depression and anxiety, but access to these treatments varies widely by demographics, insurance status, and cancer type, according to a new study.

Dr. Debara Tucci has been appointed Professor Emeritus at Duke, honoring her impactful career in otolaryngology, leadership in faculty development, and continued contributions through mentorship and national research leadership.