New Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology set to expand expertise and education while benefitting patients

The Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery in the West Virginia University School of Medicine has established a new Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology with the intent of expanding expertise, increasing training opportunities and delivering the highest quality pediatric care at WVU Medicine Children’s.

“The Division will serve as a hub for education, research and clinical care, strengthening our commitment to improving the health of children both locally and regionally. Our integrated approach ensures that all pediatric patients receive coordinated care not just from otolaryngologists, but from a broad network of pediatric subspecialists, providing a comprehensive and holistic treatment experience,” said Hassan Ramadan, M.D., professor and chair of the Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery.

The creation of the Division creates an environment where faculty can further advance their areas of expertise, conduct research and provide cutting-edge training for residents.

This will also improve the recruitment of highly talented pediatric otolaryngologists and allow the team to make connections to collaborate with other subspecialties to provide the best patient care possible.

“We want to become a leading provider for education and the training of future otolaryngologists. This reputation will attract patients to seek care locally and eliminate the need for children and families to travel elsewhere for care,” Dr. Ramadan said. “In addition, WVU Medicine Children’s will position itself as the leader in providing highly specialized multidisciplinary care of complex Pediatric Otolaryngology cases in the state and the region.”

Joining Ramadan in the new division is Hussein Jaffal, M.D., Division chief; Jonathan Castano, M.D.; Helene Dabbous, M.D.; and Ramazan Gun, M.D.

“Our faculty’s expertise encompasses the full spectrum of pediatric otolaryngology, including airway, sleep, otology, rhinology, and head and neck surgery,” Dr. Jaffal said. “These services will be reinforced and expanded as new needs arise and new technologies emerge. Our team will continue striving to provide our children with the best care they deserve.”

More information about the Division can be found by visiting the Department’s website at medicine.wvu.edu/otolaryngology/.