Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Residency Program
Program Director Welcome
Thank you for your interest in our program! We are excited to show you the advantages
of Oklahoma State University’s Otolaryngology Residency Program and how to become
a future resident.
Oklahoma State University Medical Center (OSUMC), in association with the Oklahoma
State University Center for Health Sciences (OSU-CHS), is the base site for a five-year
residency in Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery (ENT/HNS). Our residency has
a linked intern year that is hosted at Oklahoma State University Medical Center and
meets the internship requirements with six months of Otolaryngology service and six
months of Medical and General Surgery. OSUMC is currently funded for a total 5 ENT/FPS
residency spots, which allows us to bring on board one new resident per year.
Our patient population is widely diverse. Many patients are underserved and have an
undiagnosed and extensive medical history. From day one, you will be assigned to cases
involving the most complex comorbidities, thrown into the fire so to speak. As you
participate in out rotations, you will recognize the advantage of this as physicians
regularly provide feedback that our residents are among the most prepared for clinical
practice they have worked with.
Our core residency trainers are osteopathic and allopathic surgeons who practice full
spectrum otolaryngology and are motivated to train residents. Residents receive graduated
responsibility in surgical cases and are primary surgeons on cases as their skills
advance. Residents regularly participate in ablative and reconstructive Head and Neck
oncologic procedures, including free-flap reconstruction, within our community.
Please explore our website and contact us with any questions you may have. Should
you wish to rotate with us, we encourage you to reach out to us.
Sincerely,
Tom Hamilton, D.O.

Sincerely,
Program Description
Oklahoma State University Medical Center (OSUMC), in association with the Oklahoma
State University Center for Health Sciences (OSU-CHS), is the base site for a five-year
residency in Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery (ENT/HNS). Our residency has a
linked intern year that is hosted at Oklahoma State University Medical Center and
meets the internship requirements with six months of Otolaryngology service and six
months of Medical and General Surgery. OSUMC is currently funded for a total 5 ENT/FPS
residency spots, which allows us to bring on board one new resident per year.
The program has recently been awarded ACGME accreditation.
Our Otolaryngology residency is a union between academic and community based education
models. OCUMC’s close proximity to the Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic
Medicine and the Center for Health Sciences afford our residents opportunities to
participate in multidisciplinary patient care and interaction with other resident
driven service lines Academic activities, such as Grand Rounds, are a regular part
of our curriculum. Otolaryngology=specific Didactic learning occurs in weekly sessions
along with monthly Journal Club and Mortality & Morbidity (M&M) conferences. Academic
didactic learning is an important part of our program and hands on didactic learning
is equally important.
Each year our residents are allocated multiple temporal bone specimens for use at
a dedicated Temporal Bone Dissection Lab at OSUMC. To encourage hands-on didactics,
annual teaching labs are provided to the residents by Stryker (saw bone and plating
lab) and Cochlear (cochlear implant) companies. It is also a requirement that our
residents attend an annual educational course that builds on and supplements their
knowledge base. In the past, the courses attended include the: Indiana and Iowa basic
science/head and neck courses, rhinology courses, laryngology/laser courses, and the
AO trauma and reconstructive courses.
Hands-on clinical and surgical experience are the foundation of resident training.
Our residents work on a regular basis with several physicians in the Tulsa area. Our
core residency trainers are osteopathic and allopathic surgeons who practice full
spectrum otolaryngology and are motivated to train residents. Residents receive graduated
responsibility in surgical cases and are primary surgeons on cases as their skills
advance. Residents regularly participate in ablative and reconstructive Head and Neck
oncologic procedures, including free-flap reconstruction, within our community. Local
hospitals where residents perform surgical cases include: OSUMC, Hillcrest Hospital
System, St. John Health System, and Tulsa Spine and Surgical Hospital. This affords
our residents a broad experience in management of a wide variety of acute and chronic
ENT pathology. During the 4th year, we have 2 months dedicated to the ENT residents
operate with a well-published and eager to teach pediatric otolaryngologist with hands-on
exposure to pediatric airway procedures such as: supraglottoplasty, tracheal reconstruction,
vascular malformations, and craniofacial procedures.
In addition to training available within our community, supplemental “out rotations”
are also available. Our residents rotate at the Pediatric ENT of Oklahoma during their
PGY4 year. This provides exposure to a broad spectrum of otologic procedures including:
stapedectomy, cochlear implants, and acoustic neuromas. Also, pediatric cases which
include: cleft palate, airway, etc. In Tulsa, “out” rotation time is also spent with
Dr. Cuzalina of Tulsa Surgical Arts. Time is allowed for a senior resident to do elective
rotations if they choose.
The call schedule is graduated among all the residents and is taken from home. Residents
are responsible for ER coverage and floor consultations under the guidance of overseeing
physicians that cover three of Tulsa’s four major hospitals (OSUMC, Hillcrest Hospitals,
St. John Medical Center).
In addition to a salary, full healthcare benefits are offered to the resident and
their family at no additional cost. All of the major facilities that our residents
work at supply food at no cost while on duty. OSU Graduate Medical Education provides
up to $1000 (PGY2, PGY3, PGY4) and $1500 (PGY5) annual stipends for conferences and
travel. Additional grants provide one surgical textbook annually to all of the residents.
Program Length: 5 years
Available Positions: 1

Otolaryngology Facts
- ENT physicians are trained in the medical and surgical management and treatment of patients with diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat (ENT), and related structures of the head and neck.
- ENT surgery serves a wide population base: young children, adolescents, adults, and elderly.
- Practicing ENTs tend to spend 2-3 days operating and the remaining time in the clinic see new and post-op patients. Many procedures are also done in the office.
- ENTs are exposed to a large variety of surgical procedures with new technology and instruments including: lasers, scopes, and image guided surgery.
- Cases can be very short (ear tubes and tonsils) to very long (large head and neck resections with microvascular reconstruction).
- Subspecialty fellowship training in ENT includes: allergy, otology-neurotology (ear), rhinology (nose), laryngology (throat), head/neck/thyroid, cranial base tumors, pediatric sleep disorders, and facial plastic surgery.
What do Otolaryngologists Treat?
Otolaryngologists diagnose and manage diseases of the ears, nose, sinuses, larynx (voice box), mouth, throat, and the structures of the neck and face.
The Ears
Hearing loss affects one in ten North Americans. The unique domain of otolaryngologists
is the treatment of ear disorders. They are trained in the medical and surgical treatment
of hearing loss, ear infections, balance disorders, ear noise (tinnitus), and certain
cranial nerve disorders. Otolaryngologists also manage congenital (birth) disorders
of the outer and inner ear.
The Nose
About 35 million people develop chronic sinusitis each year making it one of the most
common health complaints in America. Care of the nasal cavity and sinuses is one of
the primary skills of otolaryngologists. Problems in the nasal area include: allergies,
smell disorders, polyps, and nasal obstruction due to a deviated septum.
The Throat
Communicating (speech and singing) and eating a meal all involve this vital area.
Specific to otolaryngologists is expertise in managing diseases of the throat, larynx
(voice box), the upper aero-digestive tract (esophagus), along with voice and swallowing
disorders.
The Head and Neck
This area of the body includes the important functions of sight, smell, hearing, and
the appearance of the face. In the head and neck area, otolaryngologists are trained
to treat infections, benign (non-cancerous) tumors, malignant (cancerous) tumors,
facial trauma, and deformities of the face. They perform both cosmetic plastic and
reconstructive surgery.
Examples of ENT Procedures
Ear
Ear Tubes
Mastoidectomy
Cochlear Implants
Tympanoplasty
Ossicular Chain Reconstruction
Nose
Sinus Surgery
Turbinate Surgery
Functional Rhinoplasty
Septoplasty
Image-guided Surgery
Skull Base Surgery
Throat
Tonsillectomy
Tracheotomy
Oral Cavity Surgery
Sleep Apnea Surgery
Vocal Chord Surgery
Laryngectomy
Facial Plastic and Reconstructive
Free Flaps (from the limbs, chest, back)
Pedicled Flaps
Rhinoplasty
Face Lifts
Blepharoplasty
Cleft Lip and Palate
Botox and Fillers
Trauma
Midface Fractures(Le Fort and ZMC)
Mandible Fractures
Nasal Bone Fractures
Complex Laceration Repairs
Head and Neck
Thyroidectomny
Parathyroidectomy
Neck Mass Excision
Neck Dissection
Vascular Malformations
Faculty

Tom Hamilton, D.O.
General ENT - Program Director

Jean Maria Langley, D.O.
General ENT - Department Chair

Scott Hudson, M.D.
General ENT

Bradley Mons, D.O.
Head and Neck

Cody Buchanan, D.O.
Otology

Robert Glade, M.D.
Pediatric ENT

G. Paul Digoy, M.D.
Pediatric ENT

Elena Woodson, M.D.
Pediatric ENT

Angelo Cuzalina, M.D., D.D.S.
Cosmetics/Plastics

Dr. Brake Anderson
General ENT

Dr. William Hawkins
General ENT

Dr. Bruce Hudkins
General ENT

Dr. Scott Reeder
General ENT

Dr. Scott Cordray
General ENT - Call Only

Matt Vassar, PhD
Research Advisor
Program Contact
Jennifer Wilson Garcia
Program Coordinator jenn.wilson_garcia@okstate.edu (918) 599-4542 744 W 9th StreetTulsa, OK 74127
Current Residents

PGY 2 - David Lewis, D.O.
Program: Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryMedical School: Des Moines UniversityCollege: Brigham Young UniversityHometown: Bakersfield, CAHobbies: volleyball, board games, cooking, fiction novels

PGY 3 - Mason Skinner, D.O.
Resident Ambassadormason.skinner@okstate.edu Program: Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryMedical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic MedicineCollege: Oral Roberts UniversityHometown: Glenpool, OKHobbies: Hiking, biking, board games, disc golf

PGY 4 - Clayton Farahani, D.O.
Program: Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryMedical School: Oklahoma State University College of Osteopathic MedicineCollege: University of OklahomaHometown: Oklahoma City, OKHobbies: Fishing, playing guitar, eating ice cream, running

PGY 5 - Margo Tanghetti, D.O.
Program: Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryMedical School: Rocky Vista UniversityCollege: University of California, DavisHometown: Sacramento, CAHobbies: dog petting, baby holding, pie baking

PGY 1 - Lacy Brame D.O.
Program: Otolaryngology-Head & Neck SurgeryMedical School: Oklahoma State University College of MedicineCollege: University of OklahomaHometown: Lawton, OklahomaHobbies: running, cycling, playing with my chocolate lab
Salary/Benefits
Salary
PGY-1 | $51,322 |
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PGY-2 | $53,069 |
PGY-3 | $54,958 |
PGY-4 | $56,952 |
PGY-5 | $58,858 |
PGY-6 | $61,055 |
PGY-7 | $63,507 |
Benefits
- Leave 20 days a year (vacation & sick)
- Sick leave
- Vacation leave
- Employee medical/dental insurance
- Family medical and dental insurance available
- Optional retirement program
- Research opportunities available
- Residents/Fellows will pay a portion of their monthly health insurance premium plan selected by the medical center.
Program Alumni
- 2019 - Jaye Bea Downs, D.O. - Pediatric ENT Fellowship, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina
- 2018 - Kahren Aydinyan, D.O. – Northwestern Medical Center, St. Albans, Vermont
- 2017 - Ben Roberts, D.O. – Private practice, Murrieta, California
- 2017 - Scott Reeder, D.O. – Bailey Medical Center, Owasso, OK
- 2016 - Rusty Buck, D.O. – Baylor, Scott & White Medical Center, Waco, TX
Medical Student Clerkship
Provides students with a clinical experience in the field of otolaryngology and head and neck surgery. Students are exposed to the techniques of examination of the ear, nose, nasopharynx, mouth, larynx, and neck. They will have clinical experiences with the hearing and vestibular system, maxillofacial trauma, facial plastics, head and neck cancer, voice disorders, as well as the more routine problems of otitis media, head and neck infections, chronic sinusitis, and the like. Rotations are all 2 weeks and are divided equally between general and head and neck attendings. Students will need clearance at OSUMC, Hillcrest main, Hillcrest south and Saint John medical center to fully participate in the rotation. Students will be expected to present on a topic of their interest at the end of the 2 week rotation.
Training Sites
- Oklahoma State University Medical Center
- Ardent Health System
- St John Medical Center
- Tulsa Spine and Specialty Hospital
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