Vocal Emergencies
Acute management of vocal emergencies can be a difficult and stressful element in otolaryngology. A thoughtful history coupled with appropriate diagnostic instrumentation is the cornerstone of evaluating a patient with…
OTOLARYNGOLOGY
Clinical Anatomy and Physiology of the Voice
The anatomy and physiology of voice include not only the larynx but also all body systems. The larynx consists of a skeleton, mucosa, intrinsic muscles, and extrinsic muscles. The vocal…
Laryngeal Electromyography
Laryngeal electromyography (LEMG) evaluates the integrity of the neuromuscular system in the larynx by recording action potentials generated in the laryngeal muscles during voluntary and involuntary contraction. LEMG is particularly…
Physical Examination of Voice Professionals
Comprehensive physical examination is essential when evaluating patients. Often it includes objective voice assessment and measures along with strobovideolaryngoscopy. In all cases physical examination involves a thorough examination of the…
Strobovideolaryngoscopy and Laboratory Voice Evaluation
A complete and thorough vocal history and physical examination is the cornerstone of the evaluation of any patient who has a vocal complaint. Continued scientific progress in the understanding of…
Neurolaryngologic Evaluation of the Performer
Numerous neurologic diseases affect voice production either through direct effects on the larynx or by affecting muscles involved with support or resonation of the voice. Voice changes can be the…
Medical History in Voice Professionals
A careful and thoughtful history is extremely important in helping to elucidate the cause of a patient’s voice complaints. An understanding of the patient’s performance and rehearsal environment and demands…
Certification and Maintenance of Certification in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery
The American Board of Otolaryngology is the organization responsible for certifying physicians who have met the Board’s professional standards of training and knowledge in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery. The American…
Trends and Developments in Continuing Medical Education
Continuing education is vital for otolaryngologists to maintain and build on their knowledge base and skill sets. This article discusses the history of continuing medical education (CME) and describes the…
Fellowship Training in Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery
Fellowship training in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery is a relatively new phenomenon that reflects the increasing complexity of clinical medicine. Despite an expansion of fellowship opportunities over the last three…
