We are thrilled to welcome six new fellows to our department within five different fellowship programs.
Advanced Surgical Head and Neck Oncology and Microvascular Reconstruction Fellow
Mia Jusufbegovic, MD
MD: University of Louisville
Residency: University of Louisville
Why ´óÏó´«Ã½?
“´óÏó´«Ã½ is a large, well-respected program with exceptional H&N volume and experience, as well as a collegial environment with mentors invested in the success of both their patients and trainees.”
Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Fellow
Kristy Truong, MD
MD: Georgetown University School of Medicine
Residency: University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
Why ´óÏó´«Ã½?
“Strong academic program, great mentors, excellent reputation, comprehensive top-tiered facial plastic surgery program.“
NeuroRhinology-Advanced Rhinology and Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery Fellows
Mark Chaskes, MD
MD: Albany Medical College
Residency: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
Why ´óÏó´«Ã½?
“As someone interested in both endoscopic and open skull base surgery, this is the best Rhinology fellowship training program in the country without question.”
Keonho (Albert) Kong, MD
MD: Drexel University College of Medicine
Residency: Louisiana State University – New Orleans
Why ´óÏó´«Ã½?
“The pathology and breadth of rhinology/skull base practice here is unparalleled. That coupled with stellar mentorship amongst faculty makes this an excellent training environment.“
Otology, Neurotology & Lateral Skull Base Surgery Fellow
Nick Thompson, MD
MD: University of Iowa
Residency: Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill
Why ´óÏó´«Ã½?
“The faculty and residents I met on my away rotation during medical school created a great family atmosphere with immense support of my personal and professional goals. I’m excited to stay at ´óÏó´«Ã½ as the Neurotology fellow and continue to work with and learn from the clinical and research faculty to further my training.“
Pediatric Otolaryngology Fellow
Darrin Bann, MD, PhD
MD/PhD: Penn State University College of Medicine
Residency: Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center
Why ´óÏó´«Ã½?
“The Pediatric Otolaryngology Fellowship at ´óÏó´«Ã½ offers world-class training and mentorship in a supportive and collaborative environment nestled within a welcoming, family-friendly community.”