Dr. Gopi Shah

Neurogenic cough is a diagnosis of exclusion commonly observed after illness or laryngeal insult. Learn more about the diagnosis, symptoms, medical therapies, and in-office procedures for neurogenic cough treatment.

Free tissue transfer, commonly known as “free flap surgery,” represents a major technical challenge to the head and neck surgeon. Join BackTable ENT as we learn about how one expert plans for these operations.

A successful free flap surgery in head and neck cancer requires ICU level care and effective collaboration between nursing & surgical teams. Interested in learning more? Keep reading to acquire expert insight with BackTable ENT.

Rib harvesting and construction of the skin pocket are two techniques in microtia ear reconstruction surgery that require precision and skill. Learn more about microtia ear surgery from pediatric otolaryngologist Dr. Mai Thy Truong.

Microtia surgery embodies a remarkable blend of technical innovation and empathetic patient care. Central to this approach is the early, comprehensive engagement with families, ensuring they are fully informed and supported from diagnosis through to surgical planning and follow-up.

With appropriate planning and a few procedural modifications, balloon sinuplasty can successfully float from the OR to the office. Keep reading to learn more about how to perform balloon sinuplasty in the office setting

Balloon sinuplasty offers a minimally invasive, in-office alternative to functional endoscopic sinus surgery in select cases. Join BackTable ENT to learn about the applications of this common procedure.

Cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma is one of the most common cancers in the United States. Though rarely deadly, cutaneous “squames” can have devastating cosmetic and functional consequences. Join BackTable ENT to gain a surgeon’s perspective on how to work up this condition.

Treatment options for cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) include surgery, radiation, and immunotherapy. Join BackTable ENT to learn more about when to consider each option.

Pediatric dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) threatens the overall health and nutritional status of affected children. Learn more about how to evaluate pediatric dysphagia with BackTable ENT.

As one of the most common (and successful) otologic surgeries, tympanoplasty remains an essential tool for treating tympanic membrane perforation. This article from Backtable ENT provides insight into how two leading otologists approach this surgery in children.

While tympanic membrane perforation occurs commonly in younger children, tympanoplasty is not indicated in all situations. Learn more about etiologies and management of this common complaint with BackTable ENT.

Otolaryngologists Briac Thierry and Gopi Shah unravel the complexities of laryngomalacia in infants, providing information on diagnostic criteria, clinical decision making, and various treatment options.

Otolaryngologists Gopi Shah and Briac Thierry provide a comprehensive guide to assess and diagnose infants presenting with stridor. The presentation, differential diagnosis, and a thorough history, encompassing respiratory signs, feeding patterns, and growth indicators, are vital in moving towards a targeted treatment for the infant’s specific condition.

Otolaryngologists Dr. Gopi Shah and Dr. Briac Thierry discuss the intricacies of complex airway disorders in infants with persistent stridor, including diagnosis, surgical approaches, and tracheostomy considerations. Various challenging conditions are highlighted spanning from vallecular cysts to bilateral vocal fold immobility.

Allergic fungal rhinosinusitis (AFRS) is a form of chronic rhinosinusitis that can cause orbital/intracranial spread and distortion of sinonasal anatomy if untreated. Learn more about allergic fungal rhinosinusitis treatment, sinus rinses, and endoscopic sinus surgery.

Allergic fungal rhinosinusitis (AFRS) is a subset of chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps. Learn more about AFRS symptoms and diagnostic criteria.

Odontogenic sinusitis is a maxillary sinus disease of dental origin. It presents with unilateral sinusitis symptoms and foul odor. Learn more about the symptoms and diagnosis of odontogenic sinusitis.

Odontogenic sinusitis is the result of dental infection spreading to the maxillary sinus. Given the interdisciplinary nature of this disease, a combination of medical, surgical, and dental treatment strategies enable cure in 95% of affected patients.

Chronic cough affects one in twenty American adults, many of whom will end up with an ENT referral. Learn about chronic cough diagnosis, differentials, physical exam, and tests.

In-office salivary stone removal is a straightforward procedure suitable for many patients with sialoliths, including select sialadenitis patients. Learn how doctors perform the removal of a salivary gland stone.

Salivary stones block the flow of saliva, increasing the risk of sialadenitis and pain. Learn more about the patient presentation, physical exam considerations, and candidacy for in-office management of salivary stones.

A large proportion of patients can have their sialolithasis treated in-office. Learn about procedural considerations, potential complications, and patient selection for in-office removal of salivary stones.

Until recently, pediatric ear tube insertion has required a trip to the operating room. Join Dr. Jordan Schramm and BackTable ENT to learn more about the Tula ear tube system, which enables ENTs to insert ear tubes in-office.