Masking update: As of October 16, 2024, masks are required in patient care areas, patient rooms and waiting rooms. 

Otolaryngology Care Team

Our dedicated otolaryngology care team works together to provide you with comprehensive care.
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Otolaryngologists 

Our head-and-neck surgeons have expertise in head-and-neck cancer and a wide range of other subspecialties. 

Dr. Ian J. Witterick
Otolaryngologist-in-Chief, Surgeon-in-Chief 

Dr. Joel C. Davies

Dr. Jeremy L. Freeman

Dr. John J. W. Lee

Dr. Eric Monteiro

Dr. Allan Vescan

Dr. Yvonne Chan

Dr. Taryn Davids

Dr. Vinay Fernandes 

Dr. Ambrose Lee 

Dr. Pia Pace-Asciak   

Dr. Xerxes Punthakee 

Dr. Michael Roskies   

Dr. Dongho (Brian) Shin

 

Audiologists 

We work with audiologists from Hearing Life who perform diagnostic tests that help us diagnose hearing and balance disorders.

Nurses 

Our nurses have special training in otolaryngology and help care for patients during their hospital stay.

Speech-language pathologists

Speech-language pathologists are important members of our Otolaryngology team. They work with patients to improve swallowing and communication challenges caused by head and neck diseases and treatments. 

Health disciplines

Health professionals such pharmacists and social workers may also be part of your care. 

Learners

Mount Sinai Hospital is an academic health science centre affiliated with the University of Toronto. You may be seen by medical students and otolaryngology residents or fellow physicians as part of your care. Learners are supervised by other members of our dedicated health-care team who work together to provide you with comprehensive care.