The Department of Ear, Nose, and Throat (Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery) provides diagnostic and both surgical and nonsurgical treatment for patients with problems involving the ears, sinuses, oral cavity, nose, throat, voice box, swallowing and airway passages, and neck.
Leading Expertise
Award-Winning Doctors
Our doctors and surgeons have been recognized as some of the city’s best on Boston Magazine’s “Top Docs” list.
Cutting-Edge Research
Our doctors have been listed in the top 1 percent of researchers for cutting-edge research by the Healthcare Research All-Stars Report.
Expertise in All Areas of Care
From complex skullbase surgeries to hearing tests and everything in between, our expert providers are here for any otolaryngology needs.
Catwalk for Cancer Care
On October 15, 2025, BMC patients and staff walked the runway at Catwalk for Cancer Care, a fashion show fundraiser that raised more than $330,000 (and counting) for BMC’s Cancer Center. The event featured one-of-a-kind designs and patient models including Eva, a three-time cancer survivor, who shared her inspiring story.
Location and Contact
Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Department
Fax: 617.414.4953
Monday–Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Programs and Clinics
Audiology (Hearing Problems)
Dizziness and Balance Center
Facial Plastic Surgery
Head and Neck Cancer Program
Nose, Sinus, and Allergy Care
Ear, Nose & Throat (Pediatrics)
Skull Base Surgery Program
Speech Language Pathology
Voice and Swallowing Program
Education and Training
Otolaryngology Residency Program
The Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery Residency Program at Boston Medical Center provides an outstanding postgraduate education in all aspects of otolaryngology—head and neck surgery. Our program provides the opportunity for complete, balanced training in all subspecialties of otolaryngology in diverse environments serving four unique patient populations and hospital systems.
Elective Clerkships
Medical students who are considering or intending to pursue a career in otolaryngology are strongly encouraged to apply for the four-week elective clerkship during their fourth year. This clerkship is open to students from any medical school.
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine fourth-year students who wish to learn about otolaryngology, but are not intending to pursue otolaryngology as a career, can do a two-week surgical subspecialty otolaryngology elective clerkship during their fourth-year general surgery sub-i elective clerkship.
Otolaryngology Research
The physicians, faculty, and staff in the Department of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery are actively involved in research that advances patient care. Many faculty are engaged in research specific to their areas of expertise and mentor resident physicians during research blocks.
Research areas include head and neck cancer clinical trials, evaluating the efficacy or clinical interventions, improving the assessment and treatment of sensorimotor disorders of voice and speech, and more. Within the department is the Clinical Outcomes, Assessment, & Technological Innovation (COATI) Lab, which implements multiple NIH-funded clinical research studies aimed at improving patient care.