
Overview
Alexander Hillel specializes in the medical and surgical management of patients who have scar tissue blocking their larynx and/or trachea, a condition called laryngotracheal stenosis. This condition occurs in patients who have had prolonged intubation, an autoimmune disease or a rare disease called idiopathic subglottic stenosis. He also treats patients with voice and throat problems, including spasmodic dysphonia and swallowing difficulty. After he earned his medical degree from the Tulane University School of Medicine, Dr. Hillel completed his residency in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and a fellowship in laryngology and airway surgery at the Emory Voice Center. Dr. Hillel directs a laboratory that seeks to better understand why scar forms in the larynx and trachea. In an effort to improve treatment, he and his team investigate the relationship between the immune system, bacteria and other antigens and scar formation in the airway. He has led a number of clinical trials to improve treatment for subglottic stenosis, including the first interventional study for idiopathic subglottic stenosis. Researchers in Dr. Hillel’s lab are also testing drugs that may halt the progression of, or reverse, scar formation, and they have engineered a drug-eluting stent that is being tested to translate to patients with subglottic stenosis. He holds sponsored grants to conduct his research from the National Institutes of Health, surgical foundations and the medical device industry. In addition to clinical and research work, Dr. Hillel has a leadership role within the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, serving as the vice director of education.
Dr. Hillel is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spasmodic Dysphonia, Subglottic Stenosis, Perichondritis, Laryngectomy, and Endoscopy.
Dr. Hillel is board certified in Head And Neck Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 150 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. Dr. Hillel is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 4920, Bethesda, MD 20817
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
2 Clinical Trials
Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda
Nyall London has a unique clinical practice focused on the care of patients with sinonasal and skull base cancers. As one of the few surgeons trained in both head and neck cancer surgery, as well as rhinology and skull base surgery, he offers patients comprehensive sinonasal tumor surgical care, including open and endoscopic approaches as well as neck dissection surgery. Dr. London has developed notable patient education events about the multidisciplinary and long-term care of patients with sinonasal malignancies. Additionally, he is an innovator of clinical trials for these rare tumors, with open clinical trial options available and multiple others in development. Internationally recognized for his expertise in the care of patients with sinonasal and skull base cancers, Dr. London was an associate editor for the first international consensus statement on sinonasal tumors, and was appointed president of the International Network for Sinonasal Cancer Research (2024–26). He directs a research laboratory at the National Cancer Institute/National Institutes of Health focused on therapeutic advances and mechanisms of sinonasal tumorigenesis. Dr. London has published more than 130 peer-reviewed research articles, reviews and book chapters, including co-first author publications in Nature, Nature Medicine, Science Translational Medicine and Nature Cell Biology. He earned his medical and doctoral degrees from the University of Utah, and completed his residency in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery at Johns Hopkins. He also accomplished a fellowship in open and endoscopic head and neck and skull base surgery at The Ohio State University, under the direction of Dr. Ricardo Carrau. Dr. London is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Sinus Cancer, Teratocarcinosarcoma, Endoscopy, and Craniectomy. Dr. London is board certified in Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. London is currently accepting new patients.
Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
Head and neck surgeon David Eisele specializes in surgery for malignant and benign tumors of the head and neck, with a focus on salivary gland neoplasms and disorders of the salivary glands that can be treated surgically. He is an expert in minimally invasive surgical approaches, including sialendoscopy. Salivary gland neoplasms and disorders are also the focus of Dr. Eisele’s research. He has published more than 300 research papers and edited multiple books related to head and neck surgery. Dr. Eisele earned a medical degree from Cornell University Medical College and completed residency training in general surgery and in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery at the University of Washington. From 2012 to 2025, he served as director of the Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Eisele is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Salivary Duct Stones, Salivary Gland Tumors, Laryngeal Cancer, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Eisele is board certified in Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Eisele is currently accepting new patients.
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Lee Akst, M.D., specializes in treating the larynx (voicebox), in particular the treatment of voice and swallowing disorders. He is a leading laryngologist in office-based procedures such as vocal fold injection augmentation, pulsed KTP laser treatment, and laryngeal botox injection. In the operating room, Dr. Akst specializes in phonosurgery for the treatment of vocal cord disease, with emphasis on voice restoration and improvement. A strong focus of his practice involves the use of pulsed angiolytic lasers, which allow for subspecialized care of laryngeal papillomas, laryngeal dysplasia, and early vocal cord cancers while preserving the quality and strength of the voice. Dr. Akst is a national leader in the field of laryngology and serves in leadership roles for the American Laryngological Association, the American Broncho-Esophagological Association, and the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. He lectures extensively on the treatment of laryngeal disease, teaching other physicians how to care for patients with voice and swallowing concerns. His research interests include the development of robotic laryngeal surgery, the study of voice and swallowing complaints in the elderly, and the advancement of pulsed lasers for the treatment of laryngeal diseases with a focus on leukoplakia. This provider is registered with the Florida Department of Health to perform telehealth services for patients in Florida. Dr. Akst is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spasmodic Dysphonia, Laryngitis, Perichondritis, Endoscopy, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Akst is board certified in Head And Neck Surgery. Dr. Akst is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alexander T. Hillel
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander T. Hillel?
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Is Dr. Alexander T. Hillel a top-rated expert for Spasmodic Dysphonia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alexander T. Hillel is classified as an Distinguished expert for Spasmodic Dysphonia, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Alexander T. Hillel specialize in?
While Dr. Alexander T. Hillel is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Spasmodic Dysphonia, Subglottic Stenosis, and Perichondritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Alexander T. Hillel participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alexander T. Hillel has published 150 articles and abstracts on conditions like Spasmodic Dysphonia. You can view a list of Dr. Alexander T. Hillel's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alexander T. Hillel accept my insurance?
Dr. Alexander T. Hillel accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 443-997-6467 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Acquired TracheomalaciaDr. Hillel isDistinguished. Learn about Acquired Tracheomalacia.
- Laryngeal Nerve DamageDr. Hillel isDistinguished. Learn about Laryngeal Nerve Damage.
- LaryngitisDr. Hillel isDistinguished. Learn about Laryngitis.
- PerichondritisDr. Hillel isDistinguished. Learn about Perichondritis.
- Spasmodic DysphoniaDr. Hillel isDistinguished. Learn about Spasmodic Dysphonia.
- Subglottic StenosisDr. Hillel isDistinguished. Learn about Subglottic Stenosis.
- TracheobronchomalaciaDr. Hillel isDistinguished. Learn about Tracheobronchomalacia.
- Vocal Cord DysfunctionDr. Hillel isDistinguished. Learn about Vocal Cord Dysfunction.
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- Autonomic NeuropathyDr. Hillel isAdvanced. Learn about Autonomic Neuropathy.
- HyperventilationDr. Hillel isAdvanced. Learn about Hyperventilation.
- Laryngeal CancerDr. Hillel isAdvanced. Learn about Laryngeal Cancer.
- LaryngectomyDr. Hillel isAdvanced. Learn about Laryngectomy.
- Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2)Dr. Hillel isAdvanced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis Type 2 (NF2).
- Painful SwallowingDr. Hillel isAdvanced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Hillel isAdvanced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Throat CancerDr. Hillel isAdvanced. Learn about Throat Cancer.
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- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Hillel isExperienced. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- AnosmiaDr. Hillel isExperienced. Learn about Anosmia.
- Bell's PalsyDr. Hillel isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Chronic CoughDr. Hillel isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Cough.
- EndoscopyDr. Hillel isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Facial ParalysisDr. Hillel isExperienced. Learn about Facial Paralysis.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Dr. Hillel isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
- Meige SyndromeDr. Hillel isExperienced. Learn about Meige Syndrome.
- NeurofibromatosisDr. Hillel isExperienced. Learn about Neurofibromatosis.
- Palatopharyngeal IncompetenceDr. Hillel isExperienced. Learn about Palatopharyngeal Incompetence.
- TrachomaDr. Hillel isExperienced. Learn about Trachoma.
- VertigoDr. Hillel isExperienced. Learn about Vertigo.


