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The Oto Approach

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The Oto Approach is a podcast designed by medical students with input from professionals in the field of otolaryngology. The episodes summarize key otolaryngology presentations medical students should know about for their clinical rotations. The Oto Approach would like to acknowledge the generous support of the Department of Surgery at the Saint John Regional Hospital, Horizon Health Network. Content created by The Oto Approach (provided via website, social media, podcast, or any other avenue) does

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Otologic Emergencies

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2025/11/03

In our 30th episode, we tackle otologic emergencies — from sudden hearing loss to infections, trauma, and foreign bodies. Tune in for a clear, practical framework to spot and manage these “don’t-miss” ear emergencies when every minute counts.

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Foreign Body Aspiration

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2025/10/19

Episode 29 focuses on foreign body aspiration, a life-threatening phenomenon that is more common in young children. Join us to learn about this important Pediatric Otolaryngology topic - we will review epidemiology, presentation, investigations, treatment, and prevention, and also review some airway anatomy!

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Common Pediatric Head and Neck Masses

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2025/07/09

You may dread pediatric neck masses, but we hope you certainly wont after this episode! Join us for our 28th episode, where we discuss pediatric head and neck masses with a focus on the most common presentations, including thyroglossal duct cysts and branchial cleft cysts.

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Coblation Intracapsular Tonsillectomy with Dr. Elise...

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2025/07/03

In our 27th episode, Pediatric Otolaryngologist Dr. Elise Graham joins us to discuss coblation intracapsular tonsillectomy, a less invasive technique now making its debut in Atlantic Canada. We explore how it compares to traditional approaches, when to use it, and what it means for the future of tonsil surgery.

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Oropharyngeal Cancer

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2025/03/19

Our 26th episode explores oropharyngeal cancer, a significant topic in head and neck oncology. Join us as we discuss its impact, key considerations in diagnosis and treatment, and what students may need to know!

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The Future of AI in Otolaryngology with Dr. Philip...

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2025/03/08

Our 25th episode interviews Dr. Philip Edgcumbe, CSOHNS 2024 Keynote Speaker, about the future of AI in healthcare and otolaryngology. Join us to learn more about this exciting area of innovation and how you can be at the forefront of new surgical technologies.

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Tinnitus

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2024/07/02

Join us for our 24th episode as we dive into the world of tinnitus! Discover the ins and outs of this perplexing condition, from patient workup and differential diagnoses to effective management strategies and clinical pearls. Tune in for an ear-opening experience!

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Scrubs to Scalpels

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2024/06/05

Our 23rd episode focuses on the journey beyond ENT training involving fellowship opportunities, community practice and pursuing a career in academic medicine.

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Benign Vocal Pathologies

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2024/04/07

Our 22nd episode focuses on a puzzling clinical entity for many: Benign Vocal Cord Pathologies. Tune in to learn all about the unique ways voice pathology can manifest!

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Nasal Trauma

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2023/04/16

Tag along for our 21st episode which focuses on the ins and outs nasaltraumas, including patient workup, differential diagnoses, management and a few clinical pearls!

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Approach to Audiograms

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2022/12/02

Our 20th episode provides some useful tips to interpret audiograms, the most commonly used technique to objectively identify and describe hearing loss. Tag along to learn more about this useful tool!

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Cutaneous Malignancies

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2022/11/21

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Dizziness, Balance Disorders, and Vestibular Disease...

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2022/09/28

Our 18th episode provides an inside look at the interesting speciality of Neurotology! Join us for an interview with Dr. Darren Tse, a Neurotologist at the University of Ottawa, who is sub-specialized in disorders of the vestibular system.

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Sleep Surgery and Medicine: An Inside Look with Dr....

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2022/09/07

Join us for our 17th episode with Dr. Josie Xu, a board certified otolaryngologist with a fellowship in sleep medicine and surgery. You won’t want to miss out on learning about this exciting and rapidly-developing sub-specialty!

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