Professional Summary
Education & Certifications
- Fellowship: UCSF Dept of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery (1995) CA
- Residency: UCSF Dept of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery (1994) CA
- Internship: UCSF Dept of General Surgery (1990) CA
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- Board Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology, Neurotology (2006)
- Board Certification: American Board of Otolaryngology, Otolaryngology (1995)
- Medical Education: Harvard Medical School (1988) MA
- Fellowship, UC, San Francisco, Otology/ Neurotology (1995)
- Residency, UC, San Francisco, Otolaryngology (1994)
- BS, Stanford University, Biological Sciences (1984)
- MD, Harvard Medical School, Medicine (1988)
Honors & Awards
- Best Doctors in America, Best Doctors in America (2003, 2004, 2005)
- Best Electronic Publication Award: Temporal Bone Dissector, Association of American Publishers (1998)
- Excellence in Teaching Awards, Tufts University (1998 - 2002)
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- Phi Beta Kappa, Stanford University (1983)
- San Francisco Best Doctors, San Francisco Magazine (2005)
Administrative Appointments
- Clinical Advisory Group - Hospital Infomatics, Stanord Hospital and Clinics (2005 - 2006)
- Director, Temporal Bone Laboratory, Stanford University, Department of Otolaryngology (2003 - Present)
- Hearing Aid Subcommittee, American Academy of Otolaryngology (1996 - 2003)
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- Home Study Faculty, American Academy of Otolaryngology (2002 - Present)
- Residency Program Director, Tufts University Department of Otolaryngology (2000 - 2003)
- Task Force on New Materials, American Academy of Otolaryngology (1998 - 2002)
Publications
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Chronic myringitis: Prevalence, presentation, and natural history
Blevins, N. H., & Karmody, C. S. (2001). Chronic myringitis: Prevalence, presentation, and natural history. OTOLOGY & NEUROTOLOGY, 22(1), 3–10. -
Potential use of diode laser soldering in middle ear reconstruction
Ditkoff, M., Blevins, N. H., Perrault, D., & Shapshay, S. M. (2002). Potential use of diode laser soldering in middle ear reconstruction. LASERS IN SURGERY AND MEDICINE, 31(4), 242–246. -
External auditory canal duplication anomalies associated with congenital aural atresia
Blevins, N. H., Byahatti, S. V., & Karmody, C. S. (2003). External auditory canal duplication anomalies associated with congenital aural atresia. JOURNAL OF LARYNGOLOGY AND OTOLOGY, 117(1), 32–38. -
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Current digital imaging for the otolaryngologist.
Blevins, N. H., & Lustig, L. R. (2003). Current digital imaging for the otolaryngologist. Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery, 11(3), 166–172. -
FACIAL PARALYSIS DUE TO BENIGN PAROTID TUMORS
Blevins, N. H., Jackler, R. K., Kaplan, M. J., & Boles, R. (1992). FACIAL PARALYSIS DUE TO BENIGN PAROTID TUMORS. ARCHIVES OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD & NECK SURGERY, 118(4), 427–430. -
Otalgia
Shah, R. K., & Blevins, N. H. (2003). Otalgia. OTOLARYNGOLOGIC CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA, 36(6), 1137-? -
Transfacial recess ossicular reconstruction: Technique and early results
Blevins, N. H. (2004). Transfacial recess ossicular reconstruction: Technique and early results. OTOLOGY & NEUROTOLOGY, 25(3), 236–241. -
Sensorineural hearing loss, early greying, and essential tremor: A new hereditary syndrome?
Karmody, C. S., Blevins, N. H., & Lalwani, A. K. (2005). Sensorineural hearing loss, early greying, and essential tremor: A new hereditary syndrome? OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD AND NECK SURGERY, 133(1), 94–99. -
Mid-frequency sensorineural hearing loss: aetiology and prognosis
Shah, R. K., Blevins, N. H., & Karmody, C. S. (2005). Mid-frequency sensorineural hearing loss: aetiology and prognosis. JOURNAL OF LARYNGOLOGY AND OTOLOGY, 119(7), 529–33. -
Otologic manifestations of relapsing polychondritis - Review of literature and report of nine cases
Bachor, E., Blevins, N. H., Karmody, C., & Kuehnel, T. (2006). Otologic manifestations of relapsing polychondritis - Review of literature and report of nine cases. AURIS NASUS LARYNX, 33(2), 135–141. -
In vivo Imaging of mammalian cochlear blood flow using fluorescence microendoscopy
Monfared, A., Blevins, N. H., Cheung, E. L. M., Jung, J. C., Popelka, G., & Schnitzer, M. J. (2006). In vivo Imaging of mammalian cochlear blood flow using fluorescence microendoscopy. OTOLOGY & NEUROTOLOGY, 27(2), 144–52. -
The challenges of revision skull base surgery
Nguyen-Huynh, A., Blevins, N. H., & Jackler, R. K. (2006). The challenges of revision skull base surgery. OTOLARYNGOLOGIC CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA, 39(4), 783-? -
Virtuosity with the mallet and gouge: The brilliant triumph of the "Modern" mastoid operation
Sunder, S., Jackler, R. K., & Blevins, N. H. (2006). Virtuosity with the mallet and gouge: The brilliant triumph of the "Modern" mastoid operation. OTOLARYNGOLOGIC CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA, 39(6), 1191-? -
Visuohaptic simulation of bone surgery for training and evaluation
Morris, D., Sewell, C., Barbagli, F., Salisbury, K., Blevins, N. H., & Girod, S. (2006). Visuohaptic simulation of bone surgery for training and evaluation. IEEE COMPUTER GRAPHICS AND APPLICATIONS, 26(6), 48–57. -
Validating Metrics for a Mastoidectomy Simulator
Sewell, C., Morris, D., Blevins, N. H., Agrawal, S., Dutta, S., Barbagli, F., & Salisbury, K. (2007). Validating Metrics for a Mastoidectomy Simulator. Presented at the 15th Conference on Medicine Meets Virtual Reality, LONG BEACH,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA: I O S PRESS. -
Evaluating Drilling and Suctioning Technique in a Mastoidectomy Simulator
Sewell, C., Morris, D., Blevins, N. H., Barbagli, F., & Salisbury, K. (2007). Evaluating Drilling and Suctioning Technique in a Mastoidectomy Simulator. Presented at the 15th Conference on Medicine Meets Virtual Reality, LONG BEACH,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA: I O S PRESS. -
Pediatric vestibulopathy and pseudovestibulopathy: differential diagnosis and management.
Worden, B. F., & Blevins, N. H. (2007). Pediatric vestibulopathy and pseudovestibulopathy: differential diagnosis and management. Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery, 15(5), 304–9. -
Readout-segmented EPI for rapid high resolution diffusion imaging at 3T
Holdsworth, S. J., Skare, S., Newbould, R. D., Guzmann, R., Blevins, N. H., & Bammer, R. (2008). Readout-segmented EPI for rapid high resolution diffusion imaging at 3T. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF RADIOLOGY, 65(1), 36–46. -
Tympanic Membrane Collagen Fibers: A Key to High-Frequency Sound Conduction
O'Connor, K. N., Tam, M., Blevins, N. H., & Puria, S. (2008). Tympanic Membrane Collagen Fibers: A Key to High-Frequency Sound Conduction. LARYNGOSCOPE, 118(3), 483–90. -
Providing metrics and performance feedback in a surgical simulator
Sewell, C., Morris, D., Blevins, N. H., Dutta, S., Agrawal, S., Barbagli, F., & Salisbury, K. (2008). Providing metrics and performance feedback in a surgical simulator. COMPUTER AIDED SURGERY, 13(2), 63–81. -
Representing Fluid with Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics in a Cranial Base Simulator
Liu, W., Sewell, C., Blevins, N., Salisbury, K., Bodin, K., & Hjelte, N. (2008). Representing Fluid with Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics in a Cranial Base Simulator. Presented at the 16th Conference on Medicine Meets Virtual Reality, LONG BEACH,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA: I O S PRESS. -
Integration of patient-specific paranasal sinus computed tomographic data into a virtual surgical environment
Parikh, S. S., Chan, S., Agrawal, S. K., Hwang, P. H., Salisbury, C. M., Rafii, B. Y., … Blevins, N. H. (2009). Integration of patient-specific paranasal sinus computed tomographic data into a virtual surgical environment. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF RHINOLOGY & ALLERGY, 23(4), 442–47. -
Cyberknife Radiotherapy for Vestibular Schwannoma
Sakamoto, G. T., Blevins, N., & Gibbs, I. C. (2009). Cyberknife Radiotherapy for Vestibular Schwannoma. OTOLARYNGOLOGIC CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA, 42(4), 665-? -
Preliminary Evaluation of a Novel Bone-Conduction Device for Single-Sided Deafness
Popelka, G. R., Derebery, J., Blevins, N. H., Murray, M., Moore, B. C. J., Sweetow, R. W., … Katsis, M. (2010). Preliminary Evaluation of a Novel Bone-Conduction Device for Single-Sided Deafness. OTOLOGY & NEUROTOLOGY, 31(3), 492–97. -
Reconstruction and exploration of virtual middle-ear models derived from micro-CT datasets
Lee, D. H., Chan, S., Salisbury, C., Kim, N., Salisbury, K., Puria, S., & Blevins, N. H. (2010). Reconstruction and exploration of virtual middle-ear models derived from micro-CT datasets. HEARING RESEARCH, 263(1-2), 198–203. -
Curing hearing loss: Patient expectations, health care practitioners, and basic science
Oshima, K., Suchert, S., Blevins, N. H., & Heller, S. (2010). Curing hearing loss: Patient expectations, health care practitioners, and basic science. JOURNAL OF COMMUNICATION DISORDERS, 43(4), 311–18. -
Superior semicircular canal dehiscence diagnosed after failed stapedotomy for conductive hearing loss
Li, P. M. M. C., Bergeron, C., Monfared, A., Agrawal, S., & Blevins, N. H. (2011). Superior semicircular canal dehiscence diagnosed after failed stapedotomy for conductive hearing loss. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY, 32(5), 441–44. -
A virtual surgical environment for rehearsal of tympanomastoidectomy.
Chan, S., Li, P., Lee, D. H., Salisbury, J. K., & Blevins, N. H. (2011). A virtual surgical environment for rehearsal of tympanomastoidectomy. Studies in Health Technology and Informatics, 163, 112–18. -
CT Angiography as a Screening Tool for Dural Arteriovenous Fistula in Patients with Pulsatile Tinnitus: Feasibility and Test Characteristics
Narvid, J., Do, H. M., Blevins, N. H., & Fischbein, N. J. (2011). CT Angiography as a Screening Tool for Dural Arteriovenous Fistula in Patients with Pulsatile Tinnitus: Feasibility and Test Characteristics. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF NEURORADIOLOGY, 32(3), 446–53. -
Is It Valid to Calculate the 3-Kilohertz Threshold by Averaging 2 and 4 Kilohertz?
Gurgel, R. K., Popelka, G. R., Oghalai, J. S., Blevins, N. H., Chang, K. W., & Jackler, R. K. (2012). Is It Valid to Calculate the 3-Kilohertz Threshold by Averaging 2 and 4 Kilohertz? OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD AND NECK SURGERY, 147(1), 102–4. -
Radiographic Evaluation of the Tegmen in Patients With Superior Semicircular Canal Dehiscence
Nadaraja, G. S., Gurgel, R. K., Fischbein, N. J., Anglemyer, A., Monfared, A., Jackler, R. K., & Blevins, N. H. (2012). Radiographic Evaluation of the Tegmen in Patients With Superior Semicircular Canal Dehiscence. OTOLOGY & NEUROTOLOGY, 33(7), 1245–50. -
Evaluating the utility of non-echo-planar diffusion-weighted imaging in the preoperative evaluation of cholesteatoma: A meta-analysis.
Li, P. M. M. C., Linos, E., Gurgel, R. K., Fischbein, N. J., & Blevins, N. H. (2013). Evaluating the utility of non-echo-planar diffusion-weighted imaging in the preoperative evaluation of cholesteatoma: A meta-analysis. Laryngoscope, 123(5), 1247–50. -
High-Fidelity, Inexpensive Surgical Middle Ear Simulator
Monfared, A., Mitteramskogler, G., Gruber, S., Salisbury, J. K., Stampfl, J., & Blevins, N. H. (2012). High-Fidelity, Inexpensive Surgical Middle Ear Simulator. OTOLOGY & NEUROTOLOGY, 33(9), 1573–1577. -
Virtual reality simulation in neurosurgery: technologies and evolution.
Chan, S., Conti, F., Salisbury, K., & Blevins, N. H. (2013). Virtual reality simulation in neurosurgery: technologies and evolution. Neurosurgery, 72, 154–64. -
The effect of haptic degrees of freedom on task performance in virtual surgical environments.
Forsslund, J., Chan, S., Selesnick, J., Salisbury, K., Silva, R. G., & Blevins, N. H. (2013). The effect of haptic degrees of freedom on task performance in virtual surgical environments. Studies in Health Technology and Informatics, 184, 129–35. -
COMBINED TRANSPETROSAL-SUBTEMPORAL CRANIOTOMY FOR CLIVAL TUMORS WITH EXTENSION INTO THE POSTERIOR-FOSSA
Blevins, N. H., Jackler, R. K., Kaplan, M. J., & Gutin, P. H. (1995). COMBINED TRANSPETROSAL-SUBTEMPORAL CRANIOTOMY FOR CLIVAL TUMORS WITH EXTENSION INTO THE POSTERIOR-FOSSA. LARYNGOSCOPE, 105(9), 975–982. -
EXPOSURE OF THE LATERAL EXTREMITY OF THE INTERNAL AUDITORY-CANAL THROUGH THE RETROSIGMOID APPROACH - A RADIOANATOMIC STUDY
Blevins, N. H., & Jackler, R. K. (1994). EXPOSURE OF THE LATERAL EXTREMITY OF THE INTERNAL AUDITORY-CANAL THROUGH THE RETROSIGMOID APPROACH - A RADIOANATOMIC STUDY. OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD AND NECK SURGERY, 111(1), 81–90. -
Postlaryngectomy dysphagia caused by an anterior neopharyngeal diverticulum
Deschler, D. G., Blevins, N. H., & Ellison, D. E. (1996). Postlaryngectomy dysphagia caused by an anterior neopharyngeal diverticulum. OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD AND NECK SURGERY, 115(1), 167–169. -
The promise of multimedia in otology
Blevins, N. H. (1997). The promise of multimedia in otology. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLOGY, 18(3), 283–284. -
Are acoustic neuromas encapsulated tumors?
Kuo, T. C., Jackler, R. K., Wong, K. D., Blevins, N. H., & Pitts, L. H. (1997). Are acoustic neuromas encapsulated tumors? OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD AND NECK SURGERY, 117(6), 606–609. -
Chiari-I malformation presenting as vocal cord paralysis in the adult
Blevins, N. H., Deschler, D. G., Kingdom, T. T., & Lee, K. C. (1997). Chiari-I malformation presenting as vocal cord paralysis in the adult. OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD AND NECK SURGERY, 117(6), S191–S194. -
Routine preoperative imaging in chronic ear surgery
Blevins, N. H., & Carter, B. L. (1998). Routine preoperative imaging in chronic ear surgery. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLOGY, 19(4), 527–535. -
Virtual Reality Simulation in Neurosurgery: Technologies and Evolution
Chan, S., Conti, F., Salisbury, K., & Blevins, N. H. (2013). Virtual Reality Simulation in Neurosurgery: Technologies and Evolution. NEUROSURGERY, 72, A154–A164. -
The origin of congenital cholesteatoma
Karmody, C. S., Byahatti, S. V., Blevins, N., Valtonen, H., & Northrop, C. (1998). The origin of congenital cholesteatoma. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLOGY, 19(3), 292–297. -
Sensorineural hearing loss in patients with inflammatory bowel disease
Karmody, C. S., Valdez, T. A., Desai, U., & Blevins, N. H. (2009). Sensorineural hearing loss in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF OTOLARYNGOLOGY, 30(3), 166–70. -
Intraoperative staining of tympanoplasty grafts: A technique to facilitate graft placement
Talas, D., Nguyen-Huynh, A., & Blevins, N. H. (2008). Intraoperative staining of tympanoplasty grafts: A technique to facilitate graft placement. OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD AND NECK SURGERY, 138(5), 682–683. -
Imaging for evaluation of cholesteatoma: current concepts and future directions.
Corrales, C. E., & Blevins, N. H. (2013). Imaging for evaluation of cholesteatoma: current concepts and future directions. Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery, 21(5), 461–67. -
An event-driven framework for the simulation of complex surgical procedures
Sewell, C., Morris, D., Blevins, N., Barbagli, F., & Salisbury, K. (2004). An event-driven framework for the simulation of complex surgical procedures. Presented at the 7th International Conference on Medical Image Computing and Computer-Assisted Intervention (MICCAI 2004), ST MALO,FRANCE: SPRINGER-VERLAG BERLIN. -
A collaborative virtual environment for the simulation of temporal bone surgery
Morris, D., Sewell, C., Blevins, N., Barbagli, F., & Salisbury, K. (2004). A collaborative virtual environment for the simulation of temporal bone surgery. Presented at the 7th International Conference on Medical Image Computing and Computer-Assisted Intervention (MICCAI 2004), ST MALO,FRANCE: SPRINGER-VERLAG BERLIN. -
Dural arteriovenous fistula following translabyrinthine resection of cerebellopontine angle tumors: report of two cases.
Li, P. M. M. C., Fischbein, N. J., Do, H. M., & Blevins, N. H. (2011). Dural arteriovenous fistula following translabyrinthine resection of cerebellopontine angle tumors: report of two cases. Skull Base Reports, 1(1), 51–58. -
Achieving Proper Exposure in Surgical Simulation
Sewell, C., Morris, D., Blevins, N., Barbagli, F., & Salisbury, K. (2006). Achieving Proper Exposure in Surgical Simulation. Presented at the 14th Conference on Medicine Meets Virtual Reality, LONG BEACH,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA: I O S PRESS. -
Quantifying Risky Behavior in Surgical Simulation
Sewell, C., Morris, D., Blevins, N., Barbagli, F., & Salisbury, K. (2005). Quantifying Risky Behavior in Surgical Simulation. Presented at the 13th Conference on Medicine Meets Virtual Reality, LONG BEACH,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA,CA: I O S PRESS. -
The effect of virtual haptic training on real surgical drilling proficiency
Sewell, C., Blevins, N. H., Peddamatham, S., Tan, H. Z., Morris, D., & Salisbury, K. (2007). The effect of virtual haptic training on real surgical drilling proficiency. Presented at the 2nd Joint EuroHaptics Conference and Symposium on Haptic Interfaces for Virtual Environment and Teleoperator Systems, TSUKUBA,JAPAN: IEEE COMPUTER SOC. -
NOVEL INSTRUMENTATION FOR MULTIFIELD TIME-LAPSE CINEMICROGRAPHY
KALLMAN, R. F., Blevins, N., COYNE, M. A., & Prionas, S. D. (1990). NOVEL INSTRUMENTATION FOR MULTIFIELD TIME-LAPSE CINEMICROGRAPHY. COMPUTERS AND BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH, 23(2), 115–129. -
Cochlear implantation in patients with neurofibromatosis Type 2 and bilateral vestibular schwannoma
Lustig, L. R., Yeagle, J., Driscoll, C. L. W., Blevins, N., Francis, H., & Niparko, J. K. (2006). Cochlear implantation in patients with neurofibromatosis Type 2 and bilateral vestibular schwannoma. OTOLOGY & NEUROTOLOGY, 27(4), 512–518. -
Tinnitus suppression by low-rate electric stimulation and its electrophysiological mechanisms
Zeng, F.-G., Tang, Q., Dimitrijevic, A., Starr, A., Larky, J., & Blevins, N. H. (2011). Tinnitus suppression by low-rate electric stimulation and its electrophysiological mechanisms. HEARING RESEARCH, 277(1-2), 61–66. -
Deformable Haptic Rendering for Volumetric Medical Image Data
Chan, S., Blevins, N. H., & Salisbury, K. (2013). Deformable Haptic Rendering for Volumetric Medical Image Data. Presented at the IEEE World Haptics Conference (WHC), Daejeon,SOUTH KOREA: IEEE. -
Facial nerve schwannomas presenting as occluding external auditory canal masses: a therapeutic dilemma.
Alyono, J. C., Corrales, C. E., Gurgel, R. K., Blevins, N., & Jackler, R. K. (2014). Facial nerve schwannomas presenting as occluding external auditory canal masses: a therapeutic dilemma. Otology & Neurotology , 35(7), 1284–89. -
Hearing Preservation Surgery for Cochlear Implantation: A Meta-analysis
Maria, P. L. S., Gluth, M. B., Yuan, Y., Atlas, M. D., & Blevins, N. H. (2014). Hearing Preservation Surgery for Cochlear Implantation: A Meta-analysis. OTOLOGY & NEUROTOLOGY, 35(10), E256–E269. -
Comprehensive Measures of Sound Exposures in Cinemas Using Smart Phones
Huth, M. E., Popelka, G. R., & Blevins, N. H. (2014). Comprehensive Measures of Sound Exposures in Cinemas Using Smart Phones. EAR AND HEARING, 35(6), 680–86. -
A case of stereotactic radiation in skull base solitary fibrous tumor: more harm than good?
Santa Maria, P. L., Abuzeid, W. M., Nayak, J. V., Chang, S. D., & Blevins, N. H. (2014). A case of stereotactic radiation in skull base solitary fibrous tumor: more harm than good? Journal of Neurological Surgery Reports, 75(2), e214–6. -
Development and Characterization of Chemical Cochleostomy in the Guinea Pig
Alyono, J. C., Corrales, C. E., Huth, M. E., Blevins, N. H., & Ricci, A. J. (2015). Development and Characterization of Chemical Cochleostomy in the Guinea Pig. OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD AND NECK SURGERY, 152(6), 1113–18. -
A new theory on the pathogenesis of acquired cholesteatoma: Mucosal traction.
Jackler, R. K., Santa Maria, P. L., Varsak, Y. K., Nguyen, A., & Blevins, N. H. (2015). A new theory on the pathogenesis of acquired cholesteatoma: Mucosal traction. Laryngoscope, 125, S1–S14. -
Pediatric Semicircular Canal Dehiscence: Radiographic and Histologic Prevalence, With Clinical Correlation
Meiklejohn, D. A., Corrales, C. E., Boldt, B. M., Sharon, J. D., Yeom, K. W., Carey, J. P., & Blevins, N. H. (2015). Pediatric Semicircular Canal Dehiscence: Radiographic and Histologic Prevalence, With Clinical Correlation. OTOLOGY & NEUROTOLOGY, 36(8), 1383–89. -
Facial Nerve Outcome and Tumor Control Rate as a Function of Degree of Resection in Treatment of Large Acoustic Neuromas: Preliminary Report of the Acoustic Neuroma Subtotal Resection Study (ANSRS)
Monfared, A., Corrales, C. E., Theodosopoulos, P. V., Blevins, N. H., Oghalai, J. S., Selesnick, S. H., … Jackler, R. K. (2016). Facial Nerve Outcome and Tumor Control Rate as a Function of Degree of Resection in Treatment of Large Acoustic Neuromas: Preliminary Report of the Acoustic Neuroma Subtotal Resection Study (ANSRS). NEUROSURGERY, 79(2), 194–200. -
In response to a new theory on the pathogenesis of acquired cholesteatoma: Mucosal traction.
Jackler, R. K., Maria, P. L. S., Varsak, Y. K., Blevins, N. H., & Nguyen, A. (2016). In response to a new theory on the pathogenesis of acquired cholesteatoma: Mucosal traction. Laryngoscope, 126(3), E131-? -
In reference to A new theory on the pathogenesis of acquired cholesteatoma: Mucosal traction.
Jackler, R. K., Santa Maria, P. L., Varsak, Y. K., Blevins, N. H., & Nguyen, A. (2016). In reference to A new theory on the pathogenesis of acquired cholesteatoma: Mucosal traction. Laryngoscope, 126(1), E50-? -
A new theory on the pathogenesis of acquired cholesteatoma: Mucosal traction
Jackler, R. K., Maria, P. L. S., Varsak, Y. K., Anh Nguyen, A., & Blevins, N. H. (2015). A new theory on the pathogenesis of acquired cholesteatoma: Mucosal traction. LARYNGOSCOPE, 125, S1–S14. -
First results of a novel adjustable-length ossicular reconstruction prosthesis in temporal bones.
Gottlieb, P. K., Li, X., Monfared, A., Blevins, N., & Puria, S. (2016). First results of a novel adjustable-length ossicular reconstruction prosthesis in temporal bones. Laryngoscope, 126(11), 2559–64. -
Fusion of Computed Tomography and PROPELLER Diffusion-Weighted Magnetic Resonance Imaging for the Detection and Localization of Middle Ear Cholesteatoma.
Locketz, G. D., Li, P. M. M. C., Fischbein, N. J., Holdsworth, S. J., & Blevins, N. H. (2016). Fusion of Computed Tomography and PROPELLER Diffusion-Weighted Magnetic Resonance Imaging for the Detection and Localization of Middle Ear Cholesteatoma. JAMA Otolaryngology-- Head & Neck Surgery, 142(10), 947–53. -
High-fidelity haptic and visual rendering for patient-specific simulation of temporal bone surgery
Chan, S., Li, P., Locketz, G., Salisbury, K., & Blevins, N. H. (2016). High-fidelity haptic and visual rendering for patient-specific simulation of temporal bone surgery. COMPUTER ASSISTED SURGERY, 21(1), 85–101. -
Electrode Array Displacement into the Fallopian Canal in Revisions of Long-standing Cochlear Implants
Alyono, J., Locketz, G., Corrales, C. E., & Blevins, N. H. (2017). Electrode Array Displacement into the Fallopian Canal in Revisions of Long-standing Cochlear Implants. OTOLOGY & NEUROTOLOGY, 38(5), 667–71. -
Anatomy-Specific Virtual Reality Simulation in Temporal Bone Dissection: Perceived Utility and Impact on Surgeon Confidence.
Locketz, G. D., Lui, J. T., Chan, S., Salisbury, K., Dort, J. C., Youngblood, P., & Blevins, N. H. (2017). Anatomy-Specific Virtual Reality Simulation in Temporal Bone Dissection: Perceived Utility and Impact on Surgeon Confidence. Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, 156(6), 1142–49. -
In reference to Evidence against the mucosal traction theory in cholesteatoma.
Jackler, R. K., Santa Maria, P. L., & Blevins, N. H. (2018). In reference to Evidence against the mucosal traction theory in cholesteatoma. The Laryngoscope. -
In response to A new theory on the pathogenesis of acquired cholesteatoma: Mucosal traction
Jackler, R. K., Maria, P. L. S., Varsak, Y. K., Blevins, N. H., & Anh Nguyen. (2016). In response to A new theory on the pathogenesis of acquired cholesteatoma: Mucosal traction. LARYNGOSCOPE, 126(3), E133. -
Early experience with a patient-specific virtual surgical simulation for rehearsal of endoscopic skull-base surgery
Won, T.-B., Hwang, P., Lim, J. H., Cho, S.-W., Paek, S. H., Losorelli, S., … Blevins, N. H. (2018). Early experience with a patient-specific virtual surgical simulation for rehearsal of endoscopic skull-base surgery. INTERNATIONAL FORUM OF ALLERGY & RHINOLOGY, 8(1), 54–63. -
Nasoseptal flap closure of the eustachian tube for recalcitrant cerebrospinal fluid rhinorrhea.
Patel, V. S., Choby, G. W., Thamboo, A., Blevins, N. H., & Hwang, P. H. (2017). Nasoseptal flap closure of the eustachian tube for recalcitrant cerebrospinal fluid rhinorrhea. The Laryngoscope. -
Long-Term Hearing Outcomes Following Stereotactic Radiosurgery in Vestibular Schwannoma Patients-A Retrospective Cohort Study.
Santa Maria, P. L., Shi, Y., Gurgel, R. K., Corrales, C. E., Soltys, S. G., Santa Maria, C., … Jackler, R. K. (2018). Long-Term Hearing Outcomes Following Stereotactic Radiosurgery in Vestibular Schwannoma Patients-A Retrospective Cohort Study. Neurosurgery. -
Prevalence of Radiographic Cochlear-Facial Nerve Dehiscence.
Song, Y., Alyono, J. C., Bartholomew, R. A., Vaisbuch, Y., Corrales, C. E., & Blevins, N. H. (2018). Prevalence of Radiographic Cochlear-Facial Nerve Dehiscence. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology. -
Temporal Bone CT Scan for Malleal Ligaments Assessment.
Vaisbuch, Y., Hosseini, D. K., Lanzman, B., Marcott, S. C., Ma, Y., Song, Y., … Blevins, N. H. (2018). Temporal Bone CT Scan for Malleal Ligaments Assessment. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology, 39(10), e1054–e1059. -
Systematic Review of Temporal Bone-Resurfacing Techniques for Pulsatile Tinnitus Associated with Vascular Wall Anomalies.
Liu, G. S., Boursiquot, B. C., Blevins, N. H., & Vaisbuch, Y. (2019). Systematic Review of Temporal Bone-Resurfacing Techniques for Pulsatile Tinnitus Associated with Vascular Wall Anomalies. Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, 194599818823205. -
Introduction to the Special Issue: 15th Symposium on Cochlear Implants in Children.
Blevins, N. H., Limb, C. J., & Sorkin, D. L. (2019). Introduction to the Special Issue: 15th Symposium on Cochlear Implants in Children. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology, 40(3), e251. -
Multicenter US Clinical Trial With an Electric-Acoustic Stimulation (EAS) System in Adults: Final Outcomes
Pillsbury, H. C., Dillon, M. T., Buchman, C. A., Staecker, H., Prentiss, S. M., Ruckenstein, M. J., … Adunka, O. F. (2018). Multicenter US Clinical Trial With an Electric-Acoustic Stimulation (EAS) System in Adults: Final Outcomes. OTOLOGY & NEUROTOLOGY, 39(3), 299–305. -
Postoperative Venous Thromboembolism after Extracranial Otologic Surgery.
Song, Y., Alyono, J. C., Ali, N.-E.-S., & Blevins, N. H. (2019). Postoperative Venous Thromboembolism after Extracranial Otologic Surgery. Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, 194599819835743. -
Validation of a rhinologic virtual surgical simulator for performing a Draf 3 endoscopic frontal sinusotomy.
Won, T.-B. B., Cho, S.-W. W., Sung, M.-W. W., Paek, S. H., Chan, S., Salisbury, K., … Hwang, P. (2019). Validation of a rhinologic virtual surgical simulator for performing a Draf 3 endoscopic frontal sinusotomy. International Forum of Allergy & Rhinology. -
Pediatric Semicircular Canal Dehiscence: Radiographic and Histologic Prevalence, With Clinical Correlation.
Meiklejohn, D. A., Corrales, C. E., Boldt, B. M., Sharon, J. D., Yeom, K. W., Carey, J. P., & Blevins, N. H. (2015). Pediatric Semicircular Canal Dehiscence: Radiographic and Histologic Prevalence, With Clinical Correlation. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology, 36(8), 1383–9. -
Hearing preservation surgery for cochlear implantation: a meta-analysis.
Santa Maria, P. L., Gluth, M. B., Yuan, Y., Atlas, M. D., & Blevins, N. H. (2014). Hearing preservation surgery for cochlear implantation: a meta-analysis. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology, 35(10), e256–69. -
Introduction to the Special Issue: 15th Symposium on Cochlear Implants in Children
Blevins, N. H., Limb, C. J., & Sorkin, D. L. (2019). Introduction to the Special Issue: 15th Symposium on Cochlear Implants in Children. OTOLOGY & NEUROTOLOGY, 40(3), E251. -
Systematic Review of Temporal Bone-Resurfacing Techniques for Pulsatile Tinnitus Associated with Vascular Wall Anomalies
Liu, G. S., Boursiquot, B. C., Blevins, N. H., & Vaisbuch, Y. (2019). Systematic Review of Temporal Bone-Resurfacing Techniques for Pulsatile Tinnitus Associated with Vascular Wall Anomalies. OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD AND NECK SURGERY, 160(5), 749–61. -
Frequency-following response among neonates with progressive moderate hyperbilirubinemia.
Musacchia, G., Hu, J., Bhutani, V. K., Wong, R. J., Tong, M.-L., Han, S., … Fitzgerald, M. B. (2019). Frequency-following response among neonates with progressive moderate hyperbilirubinemia. Journal of Perinatology : Official Journal of the California Perinatal Association. -
Aberrant Venous Drainage in a Case of Spontaneous Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak.
Ali, N.-E.-S. E., Alyono, J. C., & Blevins, N. H. (2019). Aberrant Venous Drainage in a Case of Spontaneous Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology, 40(7), e755–e757. -
Hypotympanic Sound Baffle for Amelioration of Pulsatile Tinnitus due to Carotid and Jugular Bulb Dehiscence.
Liu, G. S., Blevins, N. H., & Vaisbuch, Y. (2019). Hypotympanic Sound Baffle for Amelioration of Pulsatile Tinnitus due to Carotid and Jugular Bulb Dehiscence. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology, 40(7), 920–26. -
Postoperative Venous Thromboembolism after Extracranial Otologic Surgery
Song, Y., Alyono, J. C., Ali, N.-E.-S., & Blevins, N. H. (2019). Postoperative Venous Thromboembolism after Extracranial Otologic Surgery. OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD AND NECK SURGERY, 161(1), 144–49. -
Development of the Cochlear Implant Quality of Life Item Bank
McRackan, T. R., Hand, B. N., Samy, R. N., Gubbels, S. P., Golub, J. S., Wilkinson, E. P., … Dubno, J. R. (2019). Development of the Cochlear Implant Quality of Life Item Bank. EAR AND HEARING, 40(4), 1016–24. -
Validation of a rhinologic virtual surgical simulator for performing a Draf 3 endoscopic frontal sinusotomy
Won, T.-B., Cho, S.-W., Sung, M.-W., Paek, S. H., Chan, S., Salisbury, K., … Hwang, P. (2019). Validation of a rhinologic virtual surgical simulator for performing a Draf 3 endoscopic frontal sinusotomy. INTERNATIONAL FORUM OF ALLERGY & RHINOLOGY, 9(8), 910–17. -
A Prospective Evaluation of Postoperative Opioid Use in Otologic Surgery.
Qian, Z. J., Alyono, J. C., Woods, O.-D. D., Ali, N., & Blevins, N. H. (2019). A Prospective Evaluation of Postoperative Opioid Use in Otologic Surgery. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology. -
Cochlear Implant Quality of Life (CIQOL): Development of a Profile Instrument (CIQOL-35 Profile) and a Global Measure (CIQOL-10 Global)
McRackan, T. R., Hand, B. N., Golub, J. S., Wilkinson, E. P., Mills, D., Carey, J. P., … Dubno, J. R. (2019). Cochlear Implant Quality of Life (CIQOL): Development of a Profile Instrument (CIQOL-35 Profile) and a Global Measure (CIQOL-10 Global). JOURNAL OF SPEECH LANGUAGE AND HEARING RESEARCH, 62(9), 3554–63. -
Long-Term Hearing Outcomes Following Stereotactic Radiosurgery in Vestibular Schwannoma Patients-A Retrospective Cohort Study
Santa Maria, P. L., Shi, Y., Gurgel, R. K., Corrales, C. E., Soltys, S. G., Santa Maria, C., … Jackler, R. K. (2019). Long-Term Hearing Outcomes Following Stereotactic Radiosurgery in Vestibular Schwannoma Patients-A Retrospective Cohort Study. NEUROSURGERY, 85(4), 550–59. -
Trends in Age of Cochlear Implant Recipients, and the Impact on Perioperative Complication Rates.
Fakurnejad, S., Vail, D., Song, Y., Alyono, J., & Blevins, N. H. (2020). Trends in Age of Cochlear Implant Recipients, and the Impact on Perioperative Complication Rates. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology. -
Trends in Age of Cochlear Implant Recipients, and the Impact on Perioperative Complication Rates.
Fakurnejad, S., Vail, D., Song, Y., Alyono, J., & Blevins, N. H. (2020). Trends in Age of Cochlear Implant Recipients, and the Impact on Perioperative Complication Rates. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology, 41(4), 438–443. -
Application of holographic augmented reality for external approaches to the frontal sinus.
Neves, C. A., Vaisbuch, Y., Leuze, C., McNab, J. A., Daniel, B., Blevins, N. H., & Hwang, P. H. (2020). Application of holographic augmented reality for external approaches to the frontal sinus. International Forum of Allergy & Rhinology. -
American Neurotology Society, American Otological Society, and American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Foundation Guide to Enhance Otologic and Neurotologic Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Kozin, E. D., Remenschneider, A. K., Blevins, N. H., Jan, T. A., Quesnel, A. M., Chari, D. A., … Lee, D. J. (2020). American Neurotology Society, American Otological Society, and American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Foundation Guide to Enhance Otologic and Neurotologic Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology. -
Multispectral Imaging for Automated Tissue Identification of Normal Human Surgical Specimens.
Shenson, J. A., Liu, G. S., Farrell, J., & Blevins, N. H. (2020). Multispectral Imaging for Automated Tissue Identification of Normal Human Surgical Specimens. Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, 194599820941013. -
American Neurotology Society, American Otological Society, and American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Foundation Guide to Enhance Otologic and Neurotologic Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Kozin, E. D., Remenschneider, A. K., Blevins, N. H., Jan, T. A., Quesnel, A. M., Chari, D. A., … Lee, D. J. (2020). American Neurotology Society, American Otological Society, and American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Foundation Guide to Enhance Otologic and Neurotologic Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology, 41(9), 1163–74. -
Mastoid Obliteration Using Autologous Bone Dust Following Canal Wall Down Mastoidectomy.
Sioshansi, P. C., Alyono, J. C., & Blevins, N. H. (2020). Mastoid Obliteration Using Autologous Bone Dust Following Canal Wall Down Mastoidectomy. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology. -
Ocular Vestibular-Evoked Myogenic Potential Amplitudes Elicited at 4 kHz Optimize Detection of Superior Semicircular Canal Dehiscence.
Tran, E. D., Swanson, A., Sharon, J. D., Vaisbuch, Y., Blevins, N. H., Fitzgerald, M. B., & Steenerson, K. K. (2020). Ocular Vestibular-Evoked Myogenic Potential Amplitudes Elicited at 4 kHz Optimize Detection of Superior Semicircular Canal Dehiscence. Frontiers in Neurology, 11, 879. -
Postoperative Imaging Surveillance Following Vestibular Schwannoma Resection
Sevy, A., & Blevins, N. H. (2019). Postoperative Imaging Surveillance Following Vestibular Schwannoma Resection. COMPREHENSIVE MANAGEMENT OF VESTIBULAR SCHWANNOMA, 336–41. -
Factors influencing classification of frequency following responses to speech and music stimuli.
Losorelli, S., Kaneshiro, B., Musacchia, G. A., Blevins, N. H., & Fitzgerald, M. B. (2020). Factors influencing classification of frequency following responses to speech and music stimuli. Hearing Research, 398, 108101. -
Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Vestibular Schwannoma Outcomes in Patients With Perfect Word Recognition-A Retrospective Cohort Study.
Fouad, A., Tran, E. D., Feng, A. Y., Alyono, J. C., Ma, Y., Blevins, N. H., … Santa Maria, P. L. (2021). Stereotactic Radiosurgery for Vestibular Schwannoma Outcomes in Patients With Perfect Word Recognition-A Retrospective Cohort Study. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology. -
Assessment of Inter- and Intra-Rater Reliability of Tablet-Based Software to Measure Cochlear Duct Length.
Cooperman, S. P., Aaron, K. A., Fouad, A., Tran, E., Blevins, N. H., & Fitzgerald, M. B. (2021). Assessment of Inter- and Intra-Rater Reliability of Tablet-Based Software to Measure Cochlear Duct Length. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology. -
Postoperative Venous Thromboembolism after Neurotologic Surgery.
Ali, N.-E.-S., Alyono, J. C., Song, Y., Kouhi, A., & Blevins, N. H. (2021). Postoperative Venous Thromboembolism after Neurotologic Surgery. Journal of Neurological Surgery. Part B, Skull Base, 82(3), 378–382. -
Deep learning automated segmentation of middle skull-base structures for enhanced navigation.
Neves, C. A., Tran, E. D., Blevins, N. H., & Hwang, P. H. (2021). Deep learning automated segmentation of middle skull-base structures for enhanced navigation. International Forum of Allergy & Rhinology. -
Tumor Control Following Stereotactic Radiosurgery in Patients with Vestibular Schwannomas - A Retrospective Cohort Study.
Santa Maria, P. L., Shi, Y., Aaron, K. A., Gurgel, R. K., Corrales, C. E., Soltys, S. G., … Gibbs, I. C. (2021). Tumor Control Following Stereotactic Radiosurgery in Patients with Vestibular Schwannomas - A Retrospective Cohort Study. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology. -
Augmented Reality for Retrosigmoid Craniotomy Planning
Leuze, C., Neves, C. A., Gomez, A. M., Navab, N., Blevins, N., Vaisbuch, Y., & McNab, J. A. (2021). Augmented Reality for Retrosigmoid Craniotomy Planning. JOURNAL OF NEUROLOGICAL SURGERY PART B-SKULL BASE. -
Fully Automated Measurement of Cochlear Duct Length From Clinical Temporal Bone Computed Tomography.
Neves, C. A., Tran, E. D., Cooperman, S. P., & Blevins, N. H. (2021). Fully Automated Measurement of Cochlear Duct Length From Clinical Temporal Bone Computed Tomography. The Laryngoscope. -
Influence of electrode to cochlear duct length ratio on post-operative speech understanding outcomes.
Cooperman, S. P., Aaron, K. A., Fouad, A., Tran, E., Blevins, N. H., & Fitzgerald, M. B. (2021). Influence of electrode to cochlear duct length ratio on post-operative speech understanding outcomes. Cochlear Implants International, 1–11. -
Outcomes in Patients Meeting Cochlear Implant Criteria in Noise but Not in Quiet.
Thai, A., Tran, E., Swanson, A., Fitzgerald, M. B., Blevins, N. H., Ma, Y., … Alyono, J. C. (2022). Outcomes in Patients Meeting Cochlear Implant Criteria in Noise but Not in Quiet. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology, 43(1), 56–63. -
Remote Intraoperative Neural Response Telemetry: Technique and Results in Cochlear Implant Surgery.
Kouhi, A., Swanson, A., Fitzgerald, M. B., & Blevins, N. H. (2022). Remote Intraoperative Neural Response Telemetry: Technique and Results in Cochlear Implant Surgery. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology, 43(6), 638–642. -
The user experience design of a novel microscope within SurgiSim, a virtual reality surgical simulator.
de Lotbiniere-Bassett, M., Volpato Batista, A., Lai, C., El Chemaly, T., Dort, J., Blevins, N., & Lui, J. (2022). The user experience design of a novel microscope within SurgiSim, a virtual reality surgical simulator. International Journal of Computer Assisted Radiology and Surgery. -
The Outcome of Cochlear Implantations in Deaf-Blind Patients: A Multicenter Observational Study.
Daneshi, A., Sajjadi, H., Blevins, N., Jenkins, H. A., Farhadi, M., Ajallouyan, M., … Mirsaleh, M. (2022). The Outcome of Cochlear Implantations in Deaf-Blind Patients: A Multicenter Observational Study. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology, 43(8), 908–914. -
High-Fidelity Virtual Reality Simulation for the Middle Cranial Fossa Approach-Modules for Surgical Rehearsal and Education.
Lai, C., Lui, J. T., Chen, J. M., Lin, V. Y., Agrawal, S. K., Blevins, N. H., … Pirouzmand, F. (2022). High-Fidelity Virtual Reality Simulation for the Middle Cranial Fossa Approach-Modules for Surgical Rehearsal and Education. Operative Neurosurgery (Hagerstown, Md.). -
C-CASE 2022: Competence to Excellence: Canadian Conference for the Advancement of Surgical Education, Oct. 13-14, 2022.
Goff, L., Greene, H., Munn, A., Furey, A., Smith, N., St Croix, R., … Kherani, F. (2022). C-CASE 2022: Competence to Excellence: Canadian Conference for the Advancement of Surgical Education, Oct. 13-14, 2022. Canadian Journal of Surgery. Journal Canadien De Chirurgie, 65(6 Suppl 1), S19–S32. -
Signal to noise ratio quantifies the contribution of spectral channels to classification of human head and neck tissues ex vivo using deep learning and multispectral imaging.
Liu, G. S., Shenson, J. A., Farrell, J. E., & Blevins, N. H. (2023). Signal to noise ratio quantifies the contribution of spectral channels to classification of human head and neck tissues ex vivo using deep learning and multispectral imaging. Journal of Biomedical Optics, 28(1), 016004. -
Automated Radiomic Analysis of Vestibular Schwannomas and Inner Ears Using Contrast-Enhanced T1-Weighted and T2-Weighted Magnetic Resonance Imaging Sequences and Artificial Intelligence.
Neves, C. A., Liu, G. S., El Chemaly, T., Bernstein, I. A., Fu, F., & Blevins, N. H. (2023). Automated Radiomic Analysis of Vestibular Schwannomas and Inner Ears Using Contrast-Enhanced T1-Weighted and T2-Weighted Magnetic Resonance Imaging Sequences and Artificial Intelligence. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology. -
Content Validity of a High-Fidelity Surgical Middle Ear Simulator: A Randomized Prospective International Multicenter Trial.
Youner, E. R., Chillakuru, Y. R., Xu, H., Dedmon, M., Labadie, R., Djalilian, H., … Monfared, A. S. (2023). Content Validity of a High-Fidelity Surgical Middle Ear Simulator: A Randomized Prospective International Multicenter Trial. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology. -
Glomangiopericytoma Presenting as a Middle Ear Mass.
Liu, G. S., Berry, G. J., Soltys, S. G., & Blevins, N. H. (2023). Glomangiopericytoma Presenting as a Middle Ear Mass. The Laryngoscope. -
Evaluation of Asymmetries in Speech-in Noise Abilities in Audiologic Screening for Vestibular Schwannoma.
Jason Qian, Z., Vaisbuch, Y., Gianakas, S. P., Tran, E. D., Ali, N.-E.-S. E., Blevins, N. H., & Fitzgerald, M. B. (2023). Evaluation of Asymmetries in Speech-in Noise Abilities in Audiologic Screening for Vestibular Schwannoma. Ear and Hearing. -
Virtual Reality Simulation for the Middle Cranial Fossa Approach: A Validation Study.
Lai, C., Lui, J. T., de Lotbiniere-Bassett, M., Chen, J. M., Lin, V. Y., Agrawal, S. K., … Pirouzmand, F. (2023). Virtual Reality Simulation for the Middle Cranial Fossa Approach: A Validation Study. Operative Neurosurgery (Hagerstown, Md.). -
Sporadic vestibular schwannoma in a pediatric population: a case series.
Kosaraju, N., Moore, L. S., Mulders, J. Y., & Blevins, N. H. (2023). Sporadic vestibular schwannoma in a pediatric population: a case series. Child's Nervous System : ChNS : Official Journal of the International Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery. -
Estimation of Cochlear Implant Insertion Depth Using 2D-3D Registration of Postoperative X-Ray and Preoperative CT Images.
Liu, G. S., Cooperman, S. P., Neves, C. A., & Blevins, N. H. (2024). Estimation of Cochlear Implant Insertion Depth Using 2D-3D Registration of Postoperative X-Ray and Preoperative CT Images. Otology & Neurotology : Official Publication of the American Otological Society, American Neurotology Society [and] European Academy of Otology and Neurotology. -
Speech-in-Noise Assessment in the Routine Audiologic Test Battery: Relationship to Perceived Auditory Disability.
Fitzgerald, M. B., Ward, K. M., Gianakas, S. P., Smith, M. L., Blevins, N. H., & Swanson, A. P. (2024). Speech-in-Noise Assessment in the Routine Audiologic Test Battery: Relationship to Perceived Auditory Disability. Ear and Hearing. -
Deep Learning Method for Rapid Simultaneous Multistructure Temporal Bone Segmentation.
Neves, C. A., Chemaly, T. E., Fu, F., & Blevins, N. H. (2024). Deep Learning Method for Rapid Simultaneous Multistructure Temporal Bone Segmentation. Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. -
Single-cell transcriptomic atlas reveals increased regeneration in diseased human inner ear balance organs.
Wang, T., Ling, A. H., Billings, S. E., Hosseini, D. K., Vaisbuch, Y., Kim, G. S., … Cheng, A. G. (2024). Single-cell transcriptomic atlas reveals increased regeneration in diseased human inner ear balance organs. Nature Communications, 15(1), 4833.
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He has a great calm bedside manner and answers questions
Every thing is just perfect
The video visit was very good since I live in Oakland and Dr. Nikolas is located in Palo Alto.
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Dr. Blevins discussed the CT results & his opinion of my current status re my ear problem. He was professional yet personable and communicated precisely and clearly. Good appt....
Excellent doctor!
Dr. Blevins and his nurse Maybelle were amazing.
Very thorough
Dr Blevis and staff are great! I found him and his nurse to be very professional and kind. They took their time with me and really inquired to what I was going through. Dr Blevins took his time to explain my condition and treatment plan. I was not rushed and was informed again by the nurse what my treatment plan was and what I was to expect and who to call or contact if I had questions.
Great nurses assistant & doctor
Excellent health Care, communicates on a very friendly level
Very Nice Doctor
All good
Excellent medical advice and support.
Very informative
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Excellent!
Highest expertise physician
Dr. Blevins, and his entire team, are great to work with. I finally feel like I am being heard, and concerns are being addressed. Some issues have been present over 25 years.
I love this team
He is an excellent, caring doctor who explains everything well and seem to genuinely care about my concerns and issue. Love Dr Moore too!
I am so thankful to be patient with Standford
He’s awesome
He is a good doctor
I am feeling so blessed to have Dr Blevins as my physician and surgeon!
I fully trust him
Always
The staff is friendly and the doctors are knowledgeable with excellent bedside manner.
Exceptional experience!
Outstanding Doctor very kind and professional very patient in listening to my questions
Dr Blevins is one of the most compassionate doctors I've had care for me. Sudden or progressive hearing loss can be devastating and he was sensitive to that from the first time I met him. After going over my history, he apologized for all I went through, even though he had no part in it. It was nice to have someone understand, and care.
Great combo of chatty and personal with highly qualified
Dr. Blevin is always to the point in a caring way. I truly appreciate him and his staff.
Seems to be a really good doctor and a really nice person
Easy to talk to. Thorough. Kind. Thoughtful ðŸ‘
Very blessed he is my doctor
Dr. Blevins is personable, professional, highly skilled and an outstanding
He good & liisten to me
Top notch
professional and thorough visit
The team at Stanford Ear our top notch. I'm always welcomed when I get there, the wait is reasonable, and Dr. Blevins is exceptional.
Dr Blevins explains complex medical issues so I understand them and the options for treatment.
Dr Nickolas Blevins is excellent , taking time to listen and offer great care and suggestions for continued health
Front desk check in, nurses, fellowship members, and doctor was very helpful today. However, send me another survey after my surgery see what happens. Thank you Stanford.
Excellent communication and explanations of procedure and expected post-op care. Comforting manner for my nervousness! Instills confidence for his work and the eventual result.
Very personable and understandable, which gives me confidence in my care.
Excellent, patience’s, and well-informed
He spends time with his patients and answers questions and points out potentials risk. He is thorough in his approach.
Dr. Blevins is a great doctor. He has taken very good care of my ear and surgery.
Excellent service by front desk, resident doctor and Df. Blevin.
It is always a pleasure to come to Stanford, despite what may be going on.
Dr. Blevins is a very good Doctor.
first visit went very professionally and i found the doctors to be helpful in addressing my questions. i was also pleased with the quick uploading of my after visit summary notes.
Very friendly and professional
he is great! he listens, which so many physicians have so much trouble doing. he is honest and direct about his thinking. this was my first visit with him, and i was deeply impressed. i have the impression that this is an expert who cares, who thinks, who listens, and who will follow through. what more could anyone ask from a physician?
Really well explained, great care
Dr. Blevins is amazing. I will recommend everyone I know~
Very professional and enthusiastic — I feel like I'm in really good hands to proceed with the surgery if insurance cooperates. Thank you for his time with me!
Very happy to have Dr. Blevins
Dr Blevins and his fellow Dr Moore provided outstanding care and attention.
Dr Lopez is a very professional exellent Dr thanks to him my daughter is a lot better of her arms and hands.
He is great
I have put my wellbeing in the trust of the proper institution.
Very courteous and detailed
Dr Blevins is the best doctor!
I have seen ENt ear specialist all over the entire Bay area including San Francisco Dr Blevins has prooved to be the best as far as medical skills and ability to involve me in decision making when appropriate communicates very clearly very well to me so I understand treatments and n scenarios when appropriate.
The doctor was clear nd consice. He was on time with my appointment.
Carla is wonderful. She is very good at her job, and has a comforting/kindness that is so greatly appreciated!
Best
Competence, timelyness, professionalism
Dr Blevins is always so interested in you as his patient!
I just did!
He is my “Wizzard†!
So easy to communicate with!
All MDs should pattern after him.
As with all of my visit with Dr. Blevins, he was thorough, made intelligent recommendations and always has provided follow-up to his visit recommendations. Stanford is fortunate to have the expertise of this qualified physician at its disposal.
Don’t retire!
good listener; takes time to explain problem, possible treatments,
Very easy to talk to
Excellent!
Dr Blevins is great
I very much appreciated the persistence and thoroughness of Dr. Blevins in diagnosing and treating my ear problem. treating my ear problem. ar problem.
Very clear and thorough
Superb
Excellent physician
The best.
The level of attention to my problem and the responses and opinions I received were first rate.
He is great like doctors that talk about the situation! He answers my questions well which I like & not make you feel that was stupid questions.
Exceptional, answered all our questions
I appreciate that Dr. Blevins is receptive to my comments, suggestions and that he never seems hurried.
dr Blevins is a doctor’s doctor. best of the best.
Doctor Blevince was monitoring my ear canal shwanoma since 2015, and suggested Cyber Knife treatment in 2019, when the tumor started to grow. I am very thankful to him for his attention and timely treatment.
Timely, thorough, expert care, exceptional patient bedside manner.
Definately I would recommend him highly,the best in the area.
All the staff showed concern to my health
I am very fortunate to be under the care of Dr. Blevins for my complex ear issues. He is the best of the best.
Drs. Blevins and Morris were amazing
He has a very good personality and easy to talk to. Doesn't rush thour your visit.
Outstanding in all respects. I am a Stanford physician myself. Dr. Blevins' work with me was superb.
Excellent care and world class physicians
He is an out standing doctor.
Couldn't ask for better people â ¤ï¸
Excellent health care provider , listened carefully and made. Logical recommendations
It is always a great experience
Thanks again for visit office times.
Timely, spent all time nec. to complete activities, including explanations for me. Impressed with care.
Dr. Blevins, his staff, and his residency assistant were all wonderful.
He is a good doctor he talks with you I appreciate it . Stafford is good
Every staff member was courteous. Just get rid of those paper forms as Stanford MyHealth has all the details at your fingertips.
Dr. Blevins is amazing.
Dr. Blevins is the best in his field
Very professional and thorough!
Explained everything very clearly, a compassionate, empathetic physician.
Dr. Blevins is wonderful!
Top tier.
I do constantly
Dr Blevins is so caring and patient with all my questions!!
Dr. Blevins and his staff are the best!
Smart,gets right to the point,easy to talk to,good listener,inspires confidence.
He's a first class physician and first class guy. I know I'm in great hands and I enjoy his company.
Thank you to Dr. Blevins--he is always kind and understanding and makes me feel like my needs are important.
good
Dr. Blevins, along with being outstanding surgeon, has a very friendly, helpful, respectful manner of relating to his patients.
Dr Blevins is excellent
good service
Dr. Blevins & his direct staff are the very best. I knew before my appointment he would fix my problem. He did. He is one of the very best doctors I have ever been too.
Dr. Blevins is simply THE BEST!
Dr. Blevins' level of care is ideal. Much appreciated.
Dr Blevins checked both ears and was pleased with the results.
Dr. Blevins took the time to go over my MRI with me and answered all my questions.
very good
I would recommend Dr Blevins and his staff very highly
Dr. Nikolas Blevins is amazing. Very thorough, understanding and kind.
My doctor is an excellent dr. Very gentle concerning the sensitive issue of my treatment for I have a little critical problem to treat.
Dr. Blevens was very attentive and caring. His concern was for my well being.
Dr. Blevins spent a lot of time with me as this was my actual second post-op appointment. He explained everything in detail and put me at ease. I appreciate his knowledge and the surgery he did in my ear.
I cannot say enough good things about Dr Blevins and Angela Huang they have made my journey with cochlear implant rewarding
Dr. Blevins is the best ENT doctor. He listens my concerns very carefully and advices accordingly. Not only he is a knowledgeable in his specialty but he is a great human being.
Dr. Blevins spent a lot of time with me with an issues after surgery and explained in detail regarding my left ear.
Dr. Blevins is a phenomenal surgeon and a great communicator. I wish we could clone him!
Dr. Blevins is an outstanding physician.
Dr. Blevins is the very best!
Dr. Blevins was very honest & impartial about the pros & cons of ca surgery another doctor recommended. He is very clear in his explanations & he is a trustworthy doctor.
my overall experence with getting care at Stanford has been excellent ALL the providers and staff have been the best
Dr. Blevins is EXCELLENT, caring and kind. I am extremely lucky to have him as my Dr.
Care provider was good when he finally arrived in the exam room.
... To say that Doctor Blevins is the best in the world, he is very attentive nice always smiling I adore my doctor.
Dr. Blevins always takes the time to answer questions. He will refer you to other drs. if your condition requires.
All the best care and sensitivity to me needs and questions and concerns
thorough efficient friendly and knowledgeable
We expected good things & we were very satisfied.
Dr. Blevins is the best dr. in this area. Dr. Blevins is very knowledgeable, very good dr., especially for difficult cases like mine.
Dr. Blevins took very good care of me while hospitalized and also pre-op, during and post op. I was very impressed with how meticulous and concerned he was with my health issues. Thank you for all of my care.
Dr. Blevins outstanding reputation as a surgeon speaks for itself. However as his patient I find him friendly, upbeat, and extremely easy to talk to. He truly has the common touch and great humility.
Dr. Blevins is the best.
very positive experience
Dr Blevins is amazing - kind, professional and caring.
The best doctor with most enthusiasm and care for me
Dr. Blevins medical care is excellent. He is concerned about my overall well being not just his specialty. Always willing to listen to any health concerns I have and give appropriate referrals are advice.
World-class care provided by Stanford & Dr. Blevins! I felt confident putting my health in Dr. Blevins' hands!
I really liked Dr. Blevins! Very attentive and thorough.
They helped all things very well & timely.
Wonderful visit felt extremely well cared for.
dr Blevins is very kind and explains everything completely. I have the utmost confidence in him as he is the only dr that has addressed my ear problems correctly.
excellent appointment. I left feeling like the provider knew my situation and from that provided good solutions.
Dr. Blevins is an excellent and extraordinary doctor, and I am delighted to be under his care.
Care provider, Dr. Blevins, and audiologist, Jacqueline exceeded my expectations. I couldn't have been more satisfied. Thank you.
Dr. Blevins is the best doctor in the bay area especially for my condition, I am thankful to find him for to treat my condition he is very gentle and kind and I recommend him highly.
Dr. Blevins inspires great confidence and trust. He is friendly concerned, very skilled and knowledgeable and a good communicator.
Doctor Blevins is very thorough and carefully listens to my symptoms and always leaves me feeling like my appointment was well worth the four hour drive. I would drive all day to receive this kind of care. I am very appreciative of Doctor Blevins and his amazing team!
I have met with Dr. Nikolas Blevins over several years. With each annual exam he impresses me more. He listens very carefully, thoughtfully answers questions - and make comments that always help to clarify the nuanced troubles that I have. With every visit, I feel more confident in his knowledge, his advice, and his overall concern for my well-being. I am truly grateful for his care and so happy that I found him. I have recommended him to others with ear trouble.
Dr. Blevins is the best, not only because of his expertise and knowledge, but also because he is very sweet. He is awesome, really.
Dr. Blevins is amazing.
Dr. Blevins is excellent always. There was an intern Ahad Jan he was superb too.
Dr. Blevins is outstanding in his interaction with his patients. He's courteous, professional, supportive with patient concerns and questions and has excellent communication skills. I also admire his diplomacy and honesty in dealing with patients expectations.
Feel safe and feel that issues of concern were covered.
Dr Blevins is an excellent doctor. He is top in his field. I have been seeing him for over 17 years. He is way over booked. They need more doctors in the practice. It takes way too long to see the doctor when you have an issue.
Dr. Nicholas Bevins is an extremely gifted physician and I appreciate his efforts in solving my problems.
I know Dr. Blevins has an outstanding reputation as a cochlear implant surgeon. He has a caring and supportive manner with his patients, also. I' am very thankful he is my surgeon.
very friendly - great bedside manner, always eager to discuss and make you comfortable by explaining everything
His professional skills, his honesty about what to expect from the surgery, his ability to communicate so a patient understands clearly and his caring attitude is why I feel he deserves the highest ratings in each category above.
Heard outstanding comments from patients and health care professionals about Dr. Blevins' skill level. I feel confident that I have the best surgeon for my C. I.
Dr. Blevins is "tops" in my book. I would readily recommend him.
Dr. Blevins was fantastic in everything he did.
Dr. Blevins is the best.
Its very good experience with our provider about everything, medications, follow-up care, everything. And we understand everything thanks to him - His the best - Yes, I will recommending him to everyone.
Dr. Blevins is just great!
Dr. Blevins gave me so much information that I needed to know. I was so happy knowing that my issue can be fix.
Dr. Blevins is an exceptionally good clinician. His warm manner and outstanding clinical skills instill much confidence in this patient! Wonderful!
Dr. Blevins is one of the best physicians I've met in my lifetime and I am fortunate to have met and been provided care by him. He sincerely cares about the patients that walk in his door.
Online response to my questions/concerns were prompt and comprehensive.
Excellent care.
This was the first contact with health care provider where I felt someone took the time to understand the issue and help me troubleshoot the problem.
I believe in Dr. Blevins and hold him in the highest regard.
Dr. Blevins and Dr Alyono have been outstanding; I couldn't ask for better care. Likewise, Dr Krass in Audiology is friendly, competent, caring, and patient in answering any questions I have.
Excellent experience - I am very happy I found that doctor to help me with my problem. Thanks.
We cannot say enough good things about Dr. Blevins. On this visit his fellow was involved and she, too, was very impressive. We understand Stanford has hired her and believe that is a wise move.
Great care!
My entire experience with Stanford for the past 3 years has been exceptional. Dr. Blevins is the best.
Dr. Blevins is an excellent dr. thoroughly explains to you what's going on, professional, yet makes you feel comfortable, I have great confidence in him. Dr. Hans, is also very professional & thorough.
Both Dr. Sarah Levy and Dr. Blevins are personable, thorough, knowledgeable and friendly. I feel confident with both of them.
Dr. Blevins is top notch, considerate and thoughtful.
My GP suggested I make an appointment with Dr. Blevins because I have been having issues with fainting spells. He suggested a scan of my CI. Dr. Blevins didn't seem to think there was any connection between my fainting spells and my implant but I didn't feel like he explained very well why he felt the scan was not warranted.
Thank you Dr Blevins!
The care provider, Dr. Blevins, was professional and easy going: did not make me feel he was pushing me to get on to the next patient. Took his time to discuss and answer questions I had.
Dr. Blevins provided a very thorough explanation of my condition and the surgery procedure.
Dr. Blevins always takes time to go over everything I need him to. His answers are understandable, especially when he uses a diagram.
the doctor was one of the best doctors I have ever encountered. She was professional, helpful, and compassionate.
Dr. Blevins is an outstanding physician. He instills confidence of the highest degree. I am very fortunate to be in his care.
Coming to Stanford has always been a quality experience on all levels.
My experience with Dr. Blevins has been outstanding. I have utmost confidence in his ability to find the exact solution for the issues that I have with my ears. I would highly recommend him to anyone having health issues involving the ears.
Dr Blevins is wonderful as is his staff-I have Sutter and see them out of pocket as I feel they are the best!
Have been treated by Dr. Blevins for many years, I trust him!
I was very pleased with the time and attention given to my medical needs when the Doctor and Nurse Practitioner were in the room. They took their time and addressed my needs, asked if I was okay during a procedure, reassured me and listened to my concerns. They made sure I was all set with a followup appointment. I felt very well taken care of.
Dr. Blevins is a fabulous care provider. Could not ask for more.
Dr. Blevins is second to none! He explains things in simple terms I can understand.
4) Dr. Blevins has consistently listened to my concerns; I have full confidence in him and appreciate that we are able to continue on a conservative treatment path. Dr. Blevins is an excellent communicator and was able to provide me with the medical knowledge to understand his/mine treatment decision.
Dr. Blevins is professional and given excellent care.
Dr. Blevins was most kind and easy to talk with. He put me at ease.
Dr. Blevins always gives me the attention and time needed to answer all of my questions and concerns. His communication skills are excellent, always very easy for me to understand what he's explaining while giving feedback on anything I'm concerned with. His medical care is amongst the best and I have been cared for by some world reconized physicians.
We are very appreciative of Dr. Blevins. He inspires confidence and he is very kind. We would not hesitate to refer someone to him. Everything about our experience has been exceptional.
The best dr. ever!! Dr. Blevins!
Because of the excellent care I have received at the Stanford Hearing Center I have enrolled in the whole body donation program. I am very happy to help (eventually) to make more good doctors like the ones who helped me.
Dr. Blevins and staff were excellent! Very knowledgeable and professional.
Dr. Blevins is fantastic!
Dr. Blevins is easy to talk to and is very helpful to make sure I understand what's taking place inside my ear.
Dr. Blevins is the best!
very thorough
In my estimation, Dr. Blevins is an excellent physician: capable, kind, and a very good communicator. He educates his patients, and responds to any questions. I feel that I am in outstanding hands.
Dr Blevins has been great to work with.
outstanding physician
Perfect - just carry on.
The doctor was nice and explained my condition, he told me about side effects etc.
I commute from Southern California to see Dr. Blevins. He is gracious in every way offering a complete, easy to understand explanation of the diagnosis and plan of treatment
Good MD, responded to the reason for my visit, although I wish he had read the previous notes more thoroughly before coming in the room, and the resident before him as well
Dr. Blevins, is an outstanding Dr. Medical competence, communication skills and his willingness to go beyond What is required of his specialty to ensure my overall health. For example if I have a medical issue not within his specialty he will suggest other doctors appropriate to my medical needs. I've seen a lot of doctors from primary care to specialist, Dr. Blevins is amongst the best in all categories.
I am completely satisfied with my treatment I get from both of my doctors at Stanford.
Dr. Blevins is the best!
I really appreciate Dr. Blevins for answering my questions. Demonstrates genuine concern for my well-being. I am very pleased and satisfied with having Dr. Blevins as my MD and I would definitely recommend him to anyone.
Dr. Blevins performed an excellent cochlear implant on me; very few side effects or pain, healing very well. Exceeded my expectations.
Dr. Blevins was very easy to relate to. I greatly appreciated his time, knowledge and expertise.
Again, Dr. Blevins was super behind and busy that day, so I understand that he was a rushed.
Dr. Blevins is wonderful!
I am grateful to Dr. Blevins for giving me my heart back! I already hear a big different. Enormous thanks.
Dr Belevins is one of the best doctors I have ever encountered. I can't say enough good things about him.
Dr. Blevins is very kind & personable, in addition to being very skilled.
Each visit I learn more about my condition. I am very impressed with Dr. Blevins ability to make complex medical issues understandable.
Dr. Blevins is the best! Nothing bad to say about him.
Dr. Blevins is truly an exceptional MD and caring individual. He is intelligent, sensitive to his patient's needs, and a very skilled surgeon. I would not have wanted any other ENT surgeon to perform surgery on my ear. Stanford is very fortunate to have him on its faculty. Dr. Blevins.
Dr Blevins has been a very nice experience. Usually I'm on the other side of the patient experience as a nurse so its hard being a patient. I read up on him extensively before deciding to let him do any procedures on me. He's been very patient with my long list of questions and answered them all. He's a great physician and I'd recommend him to anyone needed this type of work.
excellent doctor, but not a people person.
Dr. Blevins is the best doctor of a lifetime in every one of these areas and beyond. He maintains a genuine personal connection and truly cares- along with being professional and one of the best patient teaching providers I've ever seen. He is your gold standard. Please take care of him.
Exceptionally good experience.
When I mentioned one symptom, he said that's interesting,but then didn't explain why. Now I feel that I missed the chance to follow up on that.
Dr. Blevins is such a great man, kind, smart! I'm impressed by his professionalism! I can't even describe how thankful I feel. The best ever doctors I've seen.
Dr. Blevins is wonderful, kind & explained my up coming surgery with great detail. Everyone has been very helpful! Thank you so much!
Excellent results from cochlear implant.
Professional and knowledgeable.
excellent doctor
Excellent job - from nurse to doctor.
Dr. Blevins makes me feel assured that he will find the best solution for ear condition. Thank you!
Provider seemed to not be able to suggest how to deal with my problem. I had to ask for sinus CT - etc. -
I had a very good experience.
Exceptional doctor.
Excellent.
Great provider and kind.
All over good.
Appreciated consideration given me in scheduling appointments to accommodate my need to drive from...
My experience was very good at all levels.
Dr. Blevins & staff are simply the best as a care provider.
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