Overview
Dr. Donald Donovan is Professor and Chair of the Bobby R. Alford Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine. He is also the Olga Keith Wiess Chair. His clinical interests include: thyroid and thyroid cancer, head and neck tumors, laryngeal/voice disorders, endoscopic sinus surgery, head and neck endocrine surgery, tracheal stenosis, and Zenker’s diverticulum. He is an expert in thyroid nodules and their treatment options and treatments for persisting hoarseness.
Dr. Donovan is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Subglottic Stenosis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 18 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1977 Butler Blvd., Ste E5.200, Houston, TX 77030
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.
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Baylor College Of Medicine - Otolaryngology
After completing residency training in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Dr. Ongkasuwan went on to complete fellowships in Pediatric Otolaryngology and Laryngology Care of the Professional Voice. She sees both adult and pediatric patients with voice, airway, and swallowing disorders. At the Baylor College of Medicine Institute for Voice and Swallowing and the Texas Children's Hospital Voice Clinic, Dr. Ongkasuwan combines state of the art imaging technology with a holistic multidisciplinary approach to laryngeal disorders. Dr. Ongkasuwan is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Laryngitis, Croup, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Endoscopy, and Laryngectomy.
Baylor College Of Medicine - Otolaryngology
Dr. Erich M. Sturgis is a Professor of Head and Neck Surgery and Deputy Chair in the Bobby R. Alford Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery. His surgical practice is focused on thyroid cancer, sarcomas of the head and neck region, and melanoma/non-melanoma skin cancers. He has devoted much of his academic career to HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer and working to broadly disseminate the message of preventive HPV vaccination. Dr. Sturgis is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Thyroid Cancer, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer, Thyroidectomy, and Gastrostomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Donald T. Donovan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Donald T. Donovan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Donald T. Donovan by calling their office at 713-798-5900. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Donald T. Donovan a top-rated expert for Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Donald T. Donovan is classified as an Distinguished expert for Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis, 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. Donald T. Donovan specialize in?
While Dr. Donald T. Donovan is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, and Subglottic Stenosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Donald T. Donovan participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Donald T. Donovan has published 18 articles and abstracts on conditions like Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis. You can view a list of Dr. Donald T. Donovan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Donald T. Donovan accept my insurance?
Dr. Donald T. Donovan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 713-798-5900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Recurrent Respiratory PapillomatosisDr. Donovan isDistinguished. Learn about Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis.
- Advanced
- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands
- Laryngeal Nerve DamageDr. Donovan isAdvanced. Learn about Laryngeal Nerve Damage.
- Parathyroid AdenomaDr. Donovan isAdvanced. Learn about Parathyroid Adenoma.
- Parathyroid CancerDr. Donovan isAdvanced. Learn about Parathyroid Cancer.
- Salivary Gland TumorsDr. Donovan isAdvanced. Learn about Salivary Gland Tumors.
- Spasmodic DysphoniaDr. Donovan isAdvanced. Learn about Spasmodic Dysphonia.
- Experienced
- Acquired TracheomalaciaDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Acquired Tracheomalacia.
- Adenoid Cystic CarcinomaDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional VertigoDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.
- Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP)
- EmpyemaDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Empyema.