UCSF Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Collaborative innovation driving advances in patient care, research, and education
Who we are
The Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at UCSF is a team of clinicians, scientists, students, leaders, and administrators with a singular focus on excellence in our work and in our community.
Why we are unique
We combine historical excellence with relentless pursuit of medical and technological advances in the epicenter of innovation: the San Francisco Bay Area. Our culture of inclusivity, dedication to equity, and passion for improving the patient experience focuses our daily efforts in clinical care, research discovery, and education.
Advancing the Future of Hearing Care and Honoring a Legacy of Discovery
The Bakar Hearing Institute: Transforming the Future of Hearing Care
Dr. Michael Merzenich, PhD Honored with the Merkin Prize in Biomedical Technology
Message from the chair
UCSF Otolaryngology strengthens research and education through new faculty, fellowships, major publications, and expanding programs in cancer and auditory science.