For the past 25 years, the Division has been recognized around the world for innovative research and advancements in managing a variety of pediatric airway abnormalities.
Among the Division’s planned research projects and those currently underway are:
- An investigation of the epidemiology of complex aerodigestive and sleep problems and the care associated with these conditions (Matthew Brigger, M.D., M.P.H.)
- Outcomes for patients with complex sleep apnea, including those with Down syndrome (Javan Nation, M.D.)
- Basic science research on laryngeal papillomatosis, using cell lines to test different drugs (Dr. Brigger)
- Clinical research on lymphatic malformations (Morgan Bliss, M.D.)
- How septoplasty and septorhinoplasty in children affect their quality of life (Shelby Leuin, M.D.)
- A cost analysis of complications for children with cochlear implants (Daniela Carvalho, M.D.)
For more cochlear implant research projects, click here. - A multi-institutional study on outcomes and surgery volume of pediatric thyroidectomy (Wen Jiang, M.D.)
- Telemedicine’s effects on patient outcomes (Anthony Magit, M.D.)
Research Coordinator
Raquel Good
Raquel joined the Otolaryngology division after studying psychology at UC San Diego and CSU San Marcos. She has a strong research background and is passionate about improving the lives of children through research. Raquel is highly interested in researching trauma prevention, risk and resiliency factors and health disparities. As a San Diego native, she loves spending time outdoors and at the beach.