About Me
Within the field of otolaryngology, I specialize in all aspects of head and neck cancer treatment from surgical removal to reconstruction. I also manage disorders of the thyroid/parathyroid and salivary glands.
I received Adult Complex Thyroid/Parathyroid Surgery Focused Practice Designation by the American Board of Otolaryngology — Head and Neck Surgery. This certification recognizes advanced expertise in the surgical management of complex thyroid and parathyroid conditions.
One of the special procedures I perform is called TORS or transoral robotic surgery. I control robotic arms with special instruments that are placed in the mouth. With the assistance of the robot, I'm able to gain visualization and access to tumors in the throat in a way that is much less invasive than traditional methods. This allows patients to have fewer side effects from treatment and quicker recoveries.
Another type of operation I perform is microvascular reconstruction. Cancers of the head and neck that require surgical removal often need to be reconstructed using tissue from another part of the body in order to achieve the best possible quality of life for patients.
I value being part of the multidisciplinary cancer team at University of Vermont Health that develops individualized treatment plans for patients. The most rewarding aspect of my practice is the development of long-standing relationships with patients on their journey through diagnosis, treatment, recovery and follow-up.
The most rewarding aspect of my practice is the development of long-standing relationships with patients on their journey through diagnosis, treatment, recovery and follow-up.
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My Locations
111 Colchester Avenue
Main Campus, West Pavilion, Level 4
Burlington, VT 05401-1473
Insurance Accepted
Please see below for all insurers contracted with the University of Vermont Health Network. Inclusion in this list does not guarantee participation of your specific insurance plan or coverage of your planned service. Please contact your insurer to determine your benefit coverage.
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield NH
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) / CBA (includes Dental)
- Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
- Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN)
- CHAMPVA
- Cigna / Great West (includes Dental)
- Cigna LifeSource
- Coventry Health Care/First Health
- Delta Dental
- EBPA
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (HMO only)
- Evernorth (formerly Cigna Behavioral Health)
- Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Fidelis (New York Quality Healthcare Corporation) (excludes Essential Plan and Exchange products)
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (excludes NH Health Benefit Exchange, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
- MagnaCare
- Medicaid (VT and NY)* (VT Medicaid includes Dental)
- Medicare*
- MVP
- Optum Rx
- POMCO (must include POMCO Select Logo)
- St. Regis Mohawk Tribe (Medicare)
- The Vermont Health Plan (TVHP)
- TriCare Humana Military (excludes Humana Behavioral Health)
- TriCare Martin's Point Health Care (excludes Behavioral Health)
- United HealthCare – The Empire Plan
- United HealthCare (excludes United Behavioral Health)
- Vermont Blue Advantage
- Veteran's Administration Community Care Network (VA CCN) (United HealthCare)
- Workers' Comp (VT and NY)
- Zelis/Stratose
*Medicare — Not every provider type is eligible to enroll with Government Payers. Please consult your provider’s office prior to visit for confirmation.
Experience
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery - Otolaryngology