Debbie Aviva Aizenberg, M.D.
Specialties
Otolaryngology (ENT/Ears, Nose, Throat)
Pediatric Otolaryngology
Title
- Associate Professor
Reviews
UC Davis Medical Group - Rocklin
550 West Ranch View Dr., Suite 2005
Rocklin, CA 95765
Driving Directions
Primary Phone:
916-295-5700
Glassrock Building
2521 Stockton Blvd., Suite 5200
Sacramento, CA 95817
Driving Directions
Primary Phone:
916-734-5400
Additional Phone Numbers
Phone: (916) 734-2801 (Otolaryngology Academic Office)
Physician Referrals: 800-4-UCDAVIS (800-482-3284)
Philosophy of Care
My goal is to provide experienced specialty care in a manner that is compassionate. Each patient is valued as a unique individual. I communicate with patients and their families with kindness and empathy. Providing excellent care while taking the time for the patient and family to feel comfortable about medical decisions is of utmost importance.
Clinical Interests
Dr. Aizenberg specializes in the treatment of diseases of the ears, nose, throat, sinuses and head and neck region. Her services include comprehensive management of hearing and balance disorders, sinus and nasal problems, and sleep apnea. In addition, she has a special interest in pediatric disorders of the ears, nose, and throat and providing care for children is a significant part of her practice.
Research/Academic Interests
Dr. Aizenberg is interested in clinical research that can directly impact the care of otolaryngology patients. She collaborates with other physicians both in her department and within other departments on high impact clinical research. She also is interested in clinical quality improvement projects.
Dr. Aizenberg is also serving as the Women in Medicine and Health Sciences (WIMHS) Fellow. She is conducting research on strategies to improve retention and recruitment of females in academic medicine. She also runs the UC Davis Women in Otolaryngology Interest Group. This group aims to inspire and encourage women otolaryngologists in training to achieve their personal and professional goals.
Division
Head and Neck Surgery
Pediatric Otolaryngology
Center/Program Affiliation
Education
M.D., McGill University School of Medicine, Montreal, Quebec, Canada 2003
Premed, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada 1999
Internship: General Surgery, UC Davis Medical Center, Sacramento CA 2003-2004
Residency
Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, UC Davis Medical Center, Sacramento CA 2004-2008
Board Certifications
American Academy of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, 2009
Professional Memberships
American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy
American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Sacramento Society of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery
Sierra-Sacramento Valley Medical Society
Honors and Awards
Recognition for Excellent Service and Compassionate Care, UC Davis Medical Center 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Exposure to environmental house dust mite antigen and ozone increases eosinophilic major basic protein in esophageal lamina propria of Juvenile Macacques, 1st prize in poster competition at the 9th World organization for specialized diseases of the esophagus meeting, Monaco, Grimaldi forum, 2008
H.S. Birkett Memorial Prize in Otolaryngology, 2003
Women in Medicine and Health Sciences Pilot Award, 2019
H.S. Birkett Memorial Prize in Otolaryngology, 2003
CIHR Health Professional Student Research Award, 2002
McGill University Winter Research Bursary Award, 2001
Select Recent Publications
Said, M, Walby JA, Senders C, Aizenberg D. Mucocele of the Glands of Blandin-Nuhn, a rare complication following lingual frenectomy: case report. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol Case Reports 2018 Sep; (21): 3-5.
Farwell DG, Rees CJ, Mouadeb DA, Allen J, Chen AM, Enepekides DJ, Belafsky PC. Esophageal pathology in patients after treatment for head and neck cancer. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2010 Sep;143(3):375-8.
Mouadeb DA, Belafsky PC, Birchall M, Hood C, Konia T, Pinkerton KE, The effects of Allergens and Tobacco Smoke on the Laryngeal Mucosa of Guinea Pigs, Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 140(4): 493-497, 2009.
Mouadeb DA, Rees CJ, Belafsky PC, Utilization of the Lifestat Emergency Airway Device, Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol. Jan;117(1):1-4, 2008.
Rees CJ, Mouadeb DA, Belafsky PC, Thyrohyoid Vocal fold augmentation with Calcium Hydroxylapatite. Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. Jun; 138(6):743-6, 2008.
Belafsky PC, Mouadeb DA, Rees CJ, Pryor JS, Postma GN, Leonard RJ, The Validity and Reliability of the Eating Assessment Tool (EAT-10), Annals of Otology, Rhinol Laryngol 117:919-924, 2008.
Young J, Frenkiel S, Tewfik MA, Mouadeb DA, Longterm outcome analysis of endoscopic sinus surgery for chronic sinusitis, American Journal of Rhinology. Nov/Dec;21(6):743-747, 2007.
Mouadeb DA, Belafsky PC, In-Office laryngeal surgery with the 585nm Pulsed dye laser (PDL). Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. Sep;137(3):477-81, 2007.
Mouadeb, D, Ruckenstein M, Antiphospholipid Inner Ear Syndrome. Laryngoscope. May; 115(5):879-883, 2005.
Mouadeb D, Campisi P, Rochon L, Hier M, Black M, Tongue necrosis, temporal arteritis, esophageal carcinoma: Is there a connection? The Journal of Otolaryngology, Nov; 33(1): 50-52, 2004.
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