Empowering Communities: Duke Medical Students Lead Cancer Awareness Training with El Centro Hispano
Duke medical students led a cancer awareness session with El Centro Hispano as part of the award-winning LIDERES project, promoting early detection and community health education.
Announcing Dr. Dennis Frank-Ito as Director of the Clinical Research Unit
Dr. Dennis Frank-Ito has been appointed as the Director of the Clinical Research Unit (CRU), effective May 12, 2025. His leadership will enhance the CRU's mission in clinical research and support its alignment with the academic goals of the School of Medicine and the HNS&CS department.
Inspiring Future Scientists: Dr. Cannon's Visit to Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School
Dr. Cannon spoke at Southeast Raleigh Magnet High School, sharing her career path and discussing science and healthcare opportunities with students, inspiring the next generation of scientists and healthcare professionals.
Duke Voice Care Center participates in NC State’s Queer and Trans Health Fair
Duke Voice Care Center joined NC State’s Queer and Trans Health Fair to promote gender-affirming voice care services. They offer personalized voice therapy for transgender and gender-diverse individuals.
Sarah Kim, MD, PhD, Receives Research Technician Support Award
On April 29, 2025, Sarah Kim, MD, PhD, a PGY-4 otolaryngology resident and R25 research scholar at Duke University, received an OPSD Technician Support Award for her research in the Head and Neck Surgery & Communication Sciences department.
Jamila Minga, PhD, CCC-SLP, is Appointed as the Expert Consultant on a Recent PCORI Grant at the University of Massachusetts Amherst
In March, Jamila Minga, PhD, CCC-SLP, was appointed as Expert Consultant on a PCORI grant for a study on large language models in clinical research. She leads The Minga Right Hemisphere Communication Lab and produced a documentary on RHD.
Duke Otolaryngology Expands Ear Nose and Throat Services to Duke Health Cary
Starting April 28th, Duke Otolaryngology will offer expanded Ear, Nose and Throat services at Duke Health Cary, including pediatric otolaryngology, rhinology, otology, facial plastics, audiology, and hearing aid solutions. Schedule at 919-684-3834.
La'Toria Jallah Accepted into Johns Hopkins DrPH Program
La'Toria Jallah, M.Ed., CCC-SLP, CBIS, will start the Doctor of Public Health program at Johns Hopkins in August 2026, focusing on Health Equity, Policy, and Advocacy.
April Events at DVCC: Celebrating World Voice Day
Celebrate World Voice Day with Duke Voice Care Center and Empower Your Voice! Join us in recognizing the power of voice and promoting vocal health through our events.
Community Screening Event for Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month
April is Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month. On April 5, Dr. Trinitia Cannon led volunteers to provide free screenings at a Raleigh Firebirds game, raising awareness and encouraging high-risk adults to get screened.