BackTable / ENT / Podcast / Episode #238

How to Perform Pediatric Otoplasty: Techniques & Tips

with Dr. Charlotte Célérier

How to help children with ear deformities look and feel their best. In this episode of the BackTable ENT Podcast, Dr. Jason Qian from Rady Children's in San Diego and special guest Dr. Charlotte Célérier, a pediatric otolaryngologist at Neckar-Enfants Malades Hospital in Paris, France discuss the technical aspects of pediatric otoplasty with Dr. Gopi Shah.

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Ep 238 How to Perform Pediatric Otoplasty: Techniques & Tips with Dr. Charlotte Célérier

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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2025, September 2). Ep. 238 – How to Perform Pediatric Otoplasty: Techniques & Tips [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com

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Podcast Contributors

Dr. Charlotte Célérier

Dr. Charlotte Célérier is an ENT at Université Paris Cité in Paris, France.

Dr. Jason Qian

Dr. Jason Quian is a pediatric otolaryngologist at Rady Children's Hospital in San Diego, California.

Dr. Gopi Shah

Dr. Gopi Shah is a pediatric otolaryngologist and the co-host of BackTable ENT.

Synopsis

The conversation covers surgical techniques, patient selection, procedural nuances, and post-operative care for various ear deformities including prominent ears, Stahl's ear, cauliflower ear, and cryptotia. Both experts share their insights on different methodologies, handling complications, and the importance of ensuring the child is motivated for surgery. Learn practical tips and evolving practices in the field of pediatric otoplasty.

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction
02:22 - Otoplasty Techniques and Patient Referrals
05:35 - Terminology and Ear Abnormalities
13:16 - Surgical Considerations
20:04 - Prepping and Draping for Surgery
30:22 - Suturing Techniques
33:38 - Instrument Preferences
35:12 - Repairing Stahls Ear Deformity
37:16 - Cauliflower Ear Challenges
38:46 - Cryptotia Repair Techniques
40:59 - Post-Operative Care and Managing Complications
52:30 - Final Thoughts and Innovations

Resources

Jason Qian:
https://www.rchsd.org/doctors/zhen-jason-qian-md/

Charlotte Célérier:
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Charlotte-Celerier

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