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Otology/Neurotology and Skull Base Surgery

The Division of Otology/Neurotology and Skull Base Surgery within the Department of Otolaryngology is a destination center for conditions affecting the ear, including hearing, vestibular sensory systems and other related structures. One of seven nationally recognized institutions, IU School of Medicine is known for preserving facial nerve function in patients with very large vestibular schwannomas, or brainstem-compressing tumors.

Faculty

Faculty in the Division of Otology/Neurotology and Skull Based Surgery are nationally recognized experts in long-term hearing preservation.

Research

Academic research in the division has long focused on cochlear implant outcomes in children and adults as well as examining the causes of cerebrospial fluid links.

Clinical Care

Otologists at IU School of Medicine are nationally recognized experts in long-term hearing preservation when patients face complex conditions in the ear and skull base.