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 clinical expertise encompasses Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Subglottic Stenosis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 18 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Donovan is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
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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UT MD Anderson Cancer Center
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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 clinical expertise encompasses Laryngitis, Croup, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Endoscopy, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Ongkasuwan is currently accepting new patients.
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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.
- Subglottic StenosisDr. Donovan isAdvanced. Learn about Subglottic Stenosis.
- Vocal Cord DysfunctionDr. Donovan isAdvanced. Learn about Vocal Cord Dysfunction.
- 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.
- EndoscopyDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Ewing SarcomaDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Ewing Sarcoma.
- Familial Isolated HyperparathyroidismDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism.
- Follicular Thyroid CancerDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Follicular Thyroid Cancer.
- GastrostomyDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Glomus Jugulare TumorDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Glomus Jugulare Tumor.
- Glomus Tympanum TumorDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Glomus Tympanum Tumor.
- HyperparathyroidismDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Hyperparathyroidism.
- Laryngeal CancerDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Laryngeal Cancer.
- Male Pattern BaldnessDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Male Pattern Baldness.
- Medullary Thyroid CarcinomaDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma.
- Mikulicz DiseaseDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Mikulicz Disease.
- Nasal PolypsDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Nasal Polyps.
- Neonatal Severe HyperparathyroidismDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Neonatal Severe Hyperparathyroidism.
- Osteitis FibrosaDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Osteitis Fibrosa.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Palatopharyngeal IncompetenceDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Palatopharyngeal Incompetence.
- Papillary Thyroid CancerDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Papillary Thyroid Cancer.
- Parathyroid HyperplasiaDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Parathyroid Hyperplasia.
- PerichondritisDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Perichondritis.
- Renal OncocytomaDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Renal Oncocytoma.
- SialadenitisDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Sialadenitis.
- SinusitisDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Sinusitis.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Throat CancerDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Throat Cancer.
- Thyroid CancerDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Cancer.
- Thyroid NoduleDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Nodule.
- Tongue CancerDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Tongue Cancer.
- TracheobronchomalaciaDr. Donovan isExperienced. Learn about Tracheobronchomalacia.