Ear, Nose & Throat
Rated high-performing in ear, nose & throat surgery and a leader in otolaryngology research and medical education.
RESEARCH
Advanced Temporal Bone Lab Unveiled
The newly opened temporal bone laboratory, operated by UC Davis Health’s Department of Otolaryngology, is equipped with advanced tools and technology to revolutionize otologic and skull base surgery education. This state-of-the-art facility, located in UC Davis’ innovation hub Aggie Square, allows residents and fellows to practice intricate procedures in a controlled environment.
Clinical Science
First Awake Cochlear Implant at UC Davis Health
UC Davis Health has successfully performed its first cochlear implant surgery with the patient awake. Doron Sagiv, M.D., associate clinical professor in the Department of Otolaryngology, led the procedure, which offers a promising alternative for older adults and medically complex patients who may not be ideal candidates for general anesthesia.
OTOLARYNGOLOGY
Northern California’s First Procedure with New HGNS Device
UC Davis Medical Center was the first hospital in Northern California to treat patients with moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea using a newly FDA-approved Genio hypoglossal nerve stimulation (HGNS) system, which is the only such device clinically proven to work while patients sleep on their backs.
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Ranked among the best in 6 specialties
A U.S. News & World Report best hospital in cancer care, cardiology, heart & vascular surgery, geriatrics, neurology & neurosurgery, orthopedics, and pulmonology & lung surgery.
Ranked high-performing in ear, nose & throat surgery
U.S. News & World Report rated UC Davis Medical Center high-performing in ear, nose & throat surgery.
World-class cancer care
One of ~59 U.S. cancer centers designated “comprehensive” by the National Cancer Institute.
The nation’s highest nursing honor
UC Davis Medical Center has received Magnet® recognition, the nation’s highest honor for nursing excellence.
Ranked Sacramento’s #1 hospital
Ranked Sacramento’s #1 hospital by U.S. News, and recognized in 23 types of care including acute kidney failure, cancer care, cardiology, heart & vascular surgery, COPD, colon cancer surgery, diabetes, diabetes & endocrinology, ear, nose & throat surgery, gastroenterology & GI surgery, geriatrics, gynecological cancer surgery, heart arrhythmia, heart attack, heart failure, hip fracture, hip replacement, leukemia, lymphoma & myeloma, lung cancer surgery, neurology & neurosurgery, orthopedics, pneumonia, pulmonology & lung surgery and stroke.