Duke BreakThroughs: The Challenge of Becoming a Physician-Scientist
Five years after joining the faculty at Duke University School of Medicine and Duke Cancer Institute, Tammara Watts, MD, PhD, associate professor of head and neck surgery & communication sciences, is finally outfitting her own lab with support from a generous mentor and colleague in Gerard “Gerry” Blobe, MD, PhD, professor of medicine, cell biology, and pharmacology and cancer biology.
Raleigh Firebirds and Duke Voice Care Center Team Up for Health Education
A team from the Duke Voice Care Center, including Leda Scearce, Dan Sherwood, and Eileen Raynor, provided vocal health education at the Raleigh Firebirds STEM and Health Fair, answering questions and presenting.
PGY-5 Rolvix Patterson's MD, MPH, Research on Global Hearing Loss: Key Findings and Implications
Dr. Rolvix H. Patterson's research highlights global disparities in ear and hearing care, otolaryngology training, and surgical equipment availability, emphasizing the need for policy changes and targeted investments.
Dr. West Presents New Tools to Measure Stigma at the American Auditory Society Conference
Dr. Jessica West’s poster described the development of questionnaires to measure d/Deaf and hard of hearing stigma in clinical and public health settings, aiding in stigma tracking and reduction.
May Gao, MS3, Wins MaryAnn Black Health Equity Impact Award
May Gao, MS3 at Duke School of Medicine, won the MaryAnn Black Health Equity Impact Award at the MaryAnn Black Distinguished Health Equity Symposium for her poster on barriers to head and neck cancer screening in immigrants.
Enhancing Vocal Health: A Workshop with Leda Scearce, CCC-SLP, MM, MS
On February 1, Leda Scearce from Duke Voice Care Center led a 4-hour vocal health workshop for over 70 choral singers in Elon, NC, covering voice anatomy, common issues, aging effects, and vocal techniques.
The Affordable Care Act and Change in Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine Uptake in the United States
A new study in Vaccine shows the Affordable Care Act boosted HPV vaccination rates in the U.S., especially among minorities. Key factors: increased insurance coverage and more regular doctor visits.
Announcing Dr. Kristal Riska Promotion to Associate Professor
Kristal M Riska, PhD, AuD, CCC-A was recently approved to be promoted to Associate Professor, career track, effective March 1, 2025
Otology and Neurotology/Skull Base Surgery Fellowship Program Welcomes Dr. Connor Pratson
We are delighted to announce the successful FY26 match of Connor Pratson, MD, to the Duke University Otology and Neurotology/Skull Base Surgery Fellowship program.
Announcing the Retirement of Lori Allsbrook, the GME Program Coordinator
Lori Allsbrook's career at Duke University began in 2010, during which she significantly contributed to the residency program. As she retires in 2025, she reflects on her impactful journey and looks forward to exploring new hobbies.