University of Nebraska Medical Center Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery.

Omaha, NE
Joined November 2018
Congratulations to medical students Noha Algahimi and Karissa Nichols for earning an honorable mention from the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery for their research poster exploring alternate workflows when tracheostomy supplies are unavailable.
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Meet Steven Goicoechea MD! Dr. Goicoechea is a member of UNMC's Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery residency program, but during free time, he enjoys playing music, traveling and being with family.
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Meet our resident, Mason Blue, MD and learn why he chose UNMC Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery as his place to serve patients and keep building his skills.
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Congratulations to Christie Barnes, MD on her new role as Medical Student Director for the Department of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery at UNMC!
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Class of 2028 medical students McKenna Gervais and Karissa Nichols have been busy presenting their work this year, most recently at the UNMC Medical Student Summer Research Showcase!
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The team looks forward to providing free cancer screening and prevention discussions this Friday (Aug. 28) at the One Stop Cancer Shop event in Lincoln. Stop by - registration is not required. For more info, visit: 1stopcancerneb.com/event-det…
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Meet Jayme Dowdall, MD 🎉 Professor, Department of Otolaryngology. Specializing in laryngology and professional voice, Dr. Dowdall challenges her students and creates a teaching environment where learners can grow and find their unique strengths.
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First- and second-year residents gained hands-on experience during our ENT Emergencies Bootcamp. The skills course covered nose bleeds, facial trauma, abscesses and laryngoscopies. Residents also tackled airway skills stations and simulated scenarios!
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Congratulations to Christie Barnes, MD, the inaugural recipient of the Dwight T. Jones, MD, Professorship in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery! We're so proud of the work she's doing.
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Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable Independence Day!
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Please join us in welcoming our newest ENT residents (Mason Blue, Jonathan Fleegel, and Brandon Abell)! We're excited for the journey ahead and proud to have you as part of our team. After orientation, the team headed to Joe's Karting for a fun team-building event.
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Congratulations to Dr. Chris Bingcang on receiving the Faculty of the Year Award at our recent ENT graduation! Graduating residents, Sarah Schmoker and Evan Ryan presented the award.
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ENT residents had a great time at our annual Neurotology course this year! Special thanks to our guest speakers, Dr. Quinten Gopen (UCLA) and Dr. Jonathan Hatch (Intermountain Health, Utah).
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Community matters 🫶 We recently gathered at Pitch Pizzeria for head and neck journal club, bringing residents and colleagues together for great food, meaningful discussion and time to connect outside of work.
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Our team loved introducing Benson High students to the field of ENT! Students learned trach basics and got an up-close look at the larynx and voicing with flexible laryngoscope demonstrations led by our residents. #UNMCENT
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A big thank you to Dr. Tony Satroplus (PGY-3) for an outstanding Grand Rounds presentation on health care policy. We also appreciate Dr. Sam Pate, Dr. Ryan Sewell and Dr. William Thorell (Neurosurgery) for adding their perspectives on this important topic.
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We are now on LinkedIn! Follow us for the latest updates from our department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery. Follow us here: linkedin.com/showcase/113814…
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COSM 2026 in Phoenix! 🌵 Grateful for the opportunity to connect and learn, and especially proud of our students and residents for representing ENT. #UNMCENT
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Stories like this highlight the impact of expert, compassionate care in our community. Dr. Jayme Dowdall, otolaryngologist and head and neck surgeon, helped one family navigate a life-saving decision with confidence and support. Read their story: nebraskamed.com/health/patie…
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Get to know our #UNMCENT alum! Dr. Blake Hyde grew up in Hastings, NE and completed his otolaryngology (ENT) residency at UNMC from 2011–2016. He has spent the past 10 years in private practice in Ft Collins, Colorado. He shares what makes a career in otolaryngology rewarding:
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