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C. Kwang Sung, MD, MS
Otolaryngologist, Laryngologist
Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery (Laryngology) at the Stanford University Medical Center
Bio:
Dr. Sung is a laryngologist in the Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery who specializes in voice, swallowing and airway disorders.
Dr. Sung graduated from Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, CA with a bachelor’s of science degree in chemistry with a minor in music. He earned a master’s of science degree in organic chemistry from the University of Pennsylvania. He attended the State University of New York – Downstate Medical Center and obtained his MD in 2004.
He completed his internship in general surgery at Mt. Sinai School of Medicine in New York City in 2005. He continued at Mt. Sinai to finish his residency in otolaryngology – head & neck surgery in 2009. Following residency, he completed a fellowship in laryngology at Harvard Medical School – Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary with Ramon A. Franco, Jr., MD in 2010.
In addition to his medical training, Dr. Sung worked extensively as a professional singer and actor for several years. He attended drama academy in New York City and performed in productions off-Broadway, in regional theaters, and in national and international tours. He has also performed with the Stanford University Symphonic Choir.
Dr. Sung joined the Stanford faculty in 2010 as Assistant Professor. He is also a staff physician at the Veteran’s Administration Palo Alto Health Care System.
His clinical interests include the care of professional voice users; phonomicrosurgery; treatment of vocal fold paralysis with laryngeal framework surgery and injection techniques; diagnosis and Botox treatment of spasmodic dysphonia; office-based laser surgery; treatment of recurrent laryngeal papilloma; treatment of essential laryngeal tremor; and treatment of laryngeal cancer.
Dr. Sung graduated from Harvey Mudd College in Claremont, CA with a bachelor’s of science degree in chemistry with a minor in music. He earned a master’s of science degree in organic chemistry from the University of Pennsylvania. He attended the State University of New York – Downstate Medical Center and obtained his MD in 2004.
He completed his internship in general surgery at Mt. Sinai School of Medicine in New York City in 2005. He continued at Mt. Sinai to finish his residency in otolaryngology – head & neck surgery in 2009. Following residency, he completed a fellowship in laryngology at Harvard Medical School – Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary with Ramon A. Franco, Jr., MD in 2010.
In addition to his medical training, Dr. Sung worked extensively as a professional singer and actor for several years. He attended drama academy in New York City and performed in productions off-Broadway, in regional theaters, and in national and international tours. He has also performed with the Stanford University Symphonic Choir.
Dr. Sung joined the Stanford faculty in 2010 as Assistant Professor. He is also a staff physician at the Veteran’s Administration Palo Alto Health Care System.
His clinical interests include the care of professional voice users; phonomicrosurgery; treatment of vocal fold paralysis with laryngeal framework surgery and injection techniques; diagnosis and Botox treatment of spasmodic dysphonia; office-based laser surgery; treatment of recurrent laryngeal papilloma; treatment of essential laryngeal tremor; and treatment of laryngeal cancer.
- 801 Welch Road
- Stanford , CA 94305
- Phone: 650-723-5281
- 801 Welch Road
- Stanford , CA 94305
- Phone: 650-723-5281
- 900 Blake Wilbur Drive
- Palo Alto , CA 94304
- Phone: 650-736-5555
- 900 Blake Wilbur Drive
- Palo Alto , CA 94304
- Phone: 650-736-5555
Practice Areas
- Balloon Dilation
- Botox
- Cancer Surgery
- Endoscopy
- Esophagascopy
- Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES)
- Hoarseness
- Laryngeal Cancer
- Laryngoscopy
- Laser Therapy and Laser Surgery
- Microlaryngoscopy
- Minimally Invasive Endoscopy
- Skin Cancer Screening
- Spasmodic Dysphonia
- Stridor
- Swallowing Disorders
- Vocal Cord Disorders
- Vocal Cord Paralysis
- Vocal Cord Surgery
Professional Education
- Board Certification: Otolaryngology, American Board of Otolaryngology (2010)
- Board Certification, American Board of Otolaryngology, Otolaryngology (2010)
- Fellowship, Harvard Medical School - Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary, Laryngology (2010)
- BS, Harvey Mudd College, Chemistry (1989)
- Fellowship: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary Ophthalmic Training (2010) MA
- Internship: Mount Sinai School of Medicine (2005) NY
- Residency: Mt Sinai School of Medicine (2009) NY
- Internship, Mt. Sinai School of Medicine, General Surgery (2005)
- Residency, Mt. Sinai School of Medicine, Otolaryngology (2009)
- MD, State University of New York - Downstate Medical Center, Medicine (2004)
- Medical Education: SUNY Downstate School of Medicine Registrar (2004) NY
- MS, University of Pennsylvania, Organic Chemistry (1992)
Honors & Awards
- Alpha Omega Alpha, SUNY Downstate Medical Center (2003)
- Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement, Department of Otolaryngology, SUNY Downstate Medical Center (2004)
- First Prize Proffered Paper Session, New York Head and Neck Society (2008)
- J. Arthur Campbell Award for Chemistry, Harvey Mudd College (1989)
- Magna Cum Laude, SUNY Downstate Medical Center (2004)
- Outstanding Teaching Award, Department of Chemistry, University of Pennsylvania (1990)
- Phi Lambda Upsilon, University of Pennsylvania (1989)
- Third Prize, Metropolitan New York Resident Research Day Symposium (2007)
- Travel Award, Triological Society (2007, 2009)
Administrative Appointments
- Course Director of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery Grand Rounds, Stanford University School of Medicine, Dept. of Otolaryngology (2011 - 2015)
- Director of Otolaryngology Medical Student Clerkship, Stanford University School of Medicine, Dept. of Otolaryngology (2011 - Present)
- Home Study Course Laryngology & Bronchoesophagology Working Group, American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (2011 - Present)
- Laryngology & Bronchoesophagology Education Committee, American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery (2011 - Present)
- Medical Student Admissions Reviewer, Stanford University School of Medicine (2012 - Present)
Publications
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Combined VSV Oncolytic Virus and Chemotherapy for Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Sung, C.-K., Choi, B., Wanna, G., Genden, E. M., Woo, S. L. C., & Shin, E. J. (2008). Combined VSV Oncolytic Virus and Chemotherapy for Squamous Cell Carcinoma. LARYNGOSCOPE, 118(2), 237–242. -
The administration of IL-12/GM-CSF and Ig-4-1BB ligand markedly decreases murine floor of mouth squamous cell cancer
Adappa, N. D., Sung, C.-K., Choi, B., Huang, T.-G., Genden, E. M., & Shin, E. J. (2008). The administration of IL-12/GM-CSF and Ig-4-1BB ligand markedly decreases murine floor of mouth squamous cell cancer. OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD AND NECK SURGERY, 139(3), 442–448. -
Transoral Robotic Surgery Using an Image Guidance System
Desai, S. C., Sung, C.-K., & Genden, E. M. (2008). Transoral Robotic Surgery Using an Image Guidance System. LARYNGOSCOPE, 118(11), 2003–2005. -
TRANSORAL ROBOTIC SURGERY FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF HEAD AND NECK CANCER: A PRELIMINARY EXPERIENCE
Genden, E. M., Desai, S., & Sung, C.-K. (2009). TRANSORAL ROBOTIC SURGERY FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF HEAD AND NECK CANCER: A PRELIMINARY EXPERIENCE. HEAD AND NECK-JOURNAL FOR THE SCIENCES AND SPECIALTIES OF THE HEAD AND NECK, 31(3), 283–289.
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Transoral Robotic Surgery Using a Carbon Dioxide Flexible Laser for Tumors of the Upper Aerodigestive Tract
Desai, S. C., Sung, C.-K., Jang, D. W., & Genden, E. M. (2008). Transoral Robotic Surgery Using a Carbon Dioxide Flexible Laser for Tumors of the Upper Aerodigestive Tract. LARYNGOSCOPE, 118(12), 2187–2189.
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Transoral robotic assisted free flap reconstruction
Mukhija, V. K., Sung, C.-K., Desai, S. C., Wanna, G., & Genden, E. M. (2009). Transoral robotic assisted free flap reconstruction. OTOLARYNGOLOGY-HEAD AND NECK SURGERY, 140(1), 124–125.
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Single-Operator Flexible Nasolaryngoscopy-Guided Transthyrohyoid Vocal Fold Injections
Sung, C. K., & Tsao, G. J. (2013). Single-Operator Flexible Nasolaryngoscopy-Guided Transthyrohyoid Vocal Fold Injections. ANNALS OF OTOLOGY RHINOLOGY AND LARYNGOLOGY, 122(1), 9–14.
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Airway and respiratory interventions: Tracheostomies.
Airway and respiratory interventions: Tracheostomies. (2010). Spinal Cord Injury: Rehabilitation Medicine Quick Reference.
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Airway and respiratory complications: Tracheal Stenosis
Airway and respiratory complications: Tracheal Stenosis. (2010). Spinal Cord Injury: Rehabilitation Medicine Quick Reference.
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Management of Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve Paralysis
Management of Recurrent Laryngeal Nerve Paralysis. (2011). Surgery of the Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands.
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Office-Based Laser Laryngeal Surgery
Office-Based Laser Laryngeal Surgery. (2012). Op Tech in Otolaryngol, 23(2).
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Endoscopic suture retriever for endolaryngeal keel placement in treatment of anterior glottic webs.
Beswick, D. M., Clark, A. K., Bergeron, J., & Sung, C. K. (2015). Endoscopic suture retriever for endolaryngeal keel placement in treatment of anterior glottic webs. The Annals of Otology, Rhinology, and Laryngology, 124(3), 240–243.
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Deep Brain Stimulation for Essential Vocal Tremor: A Technical Report.
Ho, A. L., Choudhri, O., Sung, C. K., DiRenzo, E. E., & Halpern, C. H. (2015). Deep Brain Stimulation for Essential Vocal Tremor: A Technical Report. Cureus, 7(3).
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Improvement in the Reflux Symptom Index Following Surgery for Cricopharyngeal Dysfunction
Jiang, N., Sung, C. K., & Damrose, E. J. (2017). Improvement in the Reflux Symptom Index Following Surgery for Cricopharyngeal Dysfunction. JOURNAL OF VOICE, 31(1), 86–89.
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Symptomatic Anterior Cervical Osteophyte Causing Dysphagia: Case Report, Imaging, and Review of the Literature.
Chen, Y.-ren, Sung, K., & Tharin, S. (2016). Symptomatic Anterior Cervical Osteophyte Causing Dysphagia: Case Report, Imaging, and Review of the Literature. Cure¯Us, 8(2).
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Consultation via telemedicine and access to operative care for patients with head and neck cancer in a Veterans Health Administration population
Beswick, D. M., Vashi, A., Song, Y., Pham, R., Holsinger, F. C., Rayl, J. D., … Sirjani, D. B. (2016). Consultation via telemedicine and access to operative care for patients with head and neck cancer in a Veterans Health Administration population. HEAD AND NECK-JOURNAL FOR THE SCIENCES AND SPECIALTIES OF THE HEAD AND NECK, 38(6), 925–929.
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Tracheal Stenosis Because of Wegener Granulomatosis Misdiagnosed as Asthma.
O'Hear, K. E., Ingrande, J., Brodsky, J. B., Morton, J. M., & Sung, C.-K. (2016). Tracheal Stenosis Because of Wegener Granulomatosis Misdiagnosed as Asthma. A & A Case Reports, 6(10), 311–312.
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Phonomicrosurgery simulation: A low-cost teaching model using easily accessible materials.
Zambricki, E. A., Bergeron, J. L., DiRenzo, E. E., & Sung, C. K. (2016). Phonomicrosurgery simulation: A low-cost teaching model using easily accessible materials. Laryngoscope, 126(11), 2528–33.
Patient Comments
Patients comments are gathered from our Patient Satisfaction Survey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
Brilliantly competent people all around.
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
I've only had a very positive experience with Dr. Sung from day one. I trust him and have great confidence in his knowledge, ability, and expertise.
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
Dr. Sung is a highly skilled professional, and a person with best possible people skills.
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
I am grateful for the service & I could not be more pleased with Dr. Sung.
SHC Patient, Oct 2017
I recommend the attention as excellent to any other patient because my experience with my doctor & nurses has been excellent.
SHC Patient, Sep 2017
Dr. Sung, I consider to be one of the best doctors I have ever been to
SHC Patient, Aug 2017
Dr. Sung is a fabulous doctor. I couldn't be happier!
SHC Patient, Aug 2017
good
SHC Patient, Jul 2017
Dr. Sung and entire team showed genuine compassion and clinical expertise.
SHC Patient, Jul 2017
I felt like this doctor did not seem to care about my condition at all. he did not answer any of my questions thoroughly or thoughtfully. what these doctors don't realize it's that we wait months and months to see them and hold out hope for good insight in the problem. was truly shocked by the lack of concern. there voice therapist was very nice though.
SHC Patient, Jun 2017
Dr. Sung is the BEST!! He saved my life.
SHC Patient, Jun 2017
Dr. Kwang was excellent on all counts: prompt, professional, courteous, knowledgable, concerned about my care.
SHC Patient, Apr 2017
Dr. Sung did not seem familiar with my chart from PAMF or previous test results. He isn't a sympathetic listener.
SHC Patient, Apr 2017
Dr Sung is great! He always sits down, looks me in the eye and has a conversation with me. I really feel like I am an active participant in my treatment. He is great!
SHC Patient, Apr 2017
Excellent!
SHC Patient, Apr 2017
Dr. Sung is a very kind & friendly doctor.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
Dr. Sung Chih-Kwang is a great medical practitioner and his professional and people skills are always excellent. He treats me with the higher level of courtesy and respect during everyone of my visits.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
Dr. Sung is an excellent doctor who spent time explaining my condition. He is very knowledgeable and has patient-friendly manner.
SHC Patient, Mar 2017
I have already recommended each of my care providers - it is amazing how a doctor listening patiently expresses the desire to get it right & to do it with care.
SHC Patient, Feb 2017
We're always impressed with the unrushed way in which Stanford doctors interact with us.
SHC Patient, Dec 2016
love all the doctors I have visited! they are excellent at everything...
SHC Patient, Dec 2016
Very good.
SHC Patient, Nov 2016
I am truly grateful for the wonderful and excellent medical care I am receiving.
SHC Patient, Oct 2016
i HAVE RECOMMEND YOU MANY TIMES
SHC Patient, Oct 2016
excellent
SHC Patient, Oct 2016
I would recommend Dr. Sung to anyone with my similar condition.
SHC Patient, Oct 2016
Very good.
SHC Patient, Oct 2016
Dr. Sung is simply the best ~ very patient, always explaining details, welcomes our question, and has demonstrated a genuine concern for my husband.
SHC Patient, Oct 2016
Saw four previous doctors for same condition and this was by far the best experience
SHC Patient, Sep 2016
Dr Sung is outstanding
SHC Patient, Sep 2016
Very professional & caring.
SHC Patient, Sep 2016
I like Dr. Sung from the first visit he was very kind and I think great bedside manner
SHC Patient, Aug 2016
I have consulted with Dr Sung a number of times and he has always demonstrated what a wonderful, gentle, caring, and true health care professional he is! I have returned home each time feeling extremely happy and satisfied with my interaction with him and the treatment I received from him.
SHC Patient, Aug 2016
All very good
SHC Patient, Aug 2016
he thought I was there for a procedure he performed at my last visit. Didn't read the chart. If he looked at me, he could see I was wearing a neck brace & thus didn't need to deaden my nose/throat
SHC Patient, Aug 2016
Drs. seem to spend unlimited time with me - not over scheduled.
SHC Patient, Jul 2016
I have the utmost respect for the two Doctors who saw me and would highly recommend either of them to others.
SHC Patient, Jul 2016
Felt doctor was very intelligent and thorough. Didn't feel forced into having aprocedure.
SHC Patient, Jul 2016
This care provider Dr. Sung is an excellent person, very honest - capable & friendly. I would like to recommend his to all my friends & families and relatives.
SHC Patient, Jul 2016
The physician's staff and the physician were professional and courteous -
SHC Patient, Jul 2016
Appt. - Dr. Edwards is great! Appt. - need foot appt. also. Dr. was great.
SHC Patient, May 2016
This was the fourth time I was seen by Dr Sung and his team of staff. I could not ask for any better treatment than what they provided me.
SHC Patient, Apr 2016
My care provider always concern about my health care and about medicines.
SHC Patient, Apr 2016
good
SHC Patient, Mar 2016
Dr. Sung is the best! I love Dr. Sung - he was extremely nice and encouraging during my treatment. The entire ENT department is amazing! It's my favorite department @ Stanford! Doctors all the best! (Dr. Sung, Dr. Nayar, Dr. Anne - voice therapy).
SHC Patient, Mar 2016
The fellow and attending did a fantastic job of going over the results of my laryngoscopy with me.
SHC Patient, Mar 2016
Excellent staff & service.
SHC Patient, Feb 2016
We were totally impressed with our first visit and will return in May for follow-up.
SHC Patient, Feb 2016
Very good doctor!
SHC Patient, Feb 2016
Dr. Sung and his team of health care staff were professional to the true sense of the word! They did everything right! As a former health care worker myself over 48 years, I have only praises for Dr. Sung and his team for all the excellent patient care they have provided me during the three consultations I have had with him since last year.
SHC Patient, Jan 2016
Doctor Sung, Chih Kwang is very sympathetic, thorough and knowledgeable.
SHC Patient, Dec 2015
Dr. Sung is an excellent physician. He took the time to explain things thoroughly and took care and concern about my voice problem. Also, when I had to have the procedure to look at my vocal cords, he took time to do the procedure and it was painless and not uncomfortable. I usually have difficulty with the procedure, but Dr. Sung is an expert! Much appreciated that he took the time. I highly recommend Dr. Sung to other people.
SHC Patient, Dec 2015
Dr. Sung is a great dr. but also a caring person, I have asthma, an he sent me to the lung dr. another reason the money it cost to travel to Stanford is worth it.
SHC Patient, Dec 2015
I would not hesitate to strongly recommend Dr. Sung and his staff to any other patient needing these services. I cannot think of one thing that could use improvement. My confidence and trust in the medical team was absolute.
SHC Patient, Nov 2015
Most outstanding! Has helped me beyond words!
SHC Patient, Nov 2015
Dr. Sung is a wonderful doctor. He understands my problems well and provides reassurance that he'll help me if they worsen.
SHC Patient, Nov 2015
Excellent professional and people skills of Dr Sung.
SHC Patient, Nov 2015
I was very anxious about this appointment. Dr. Sung was patient and inspired confidence. I really appreciate his attitude and "bedside manner."
SHC Patient, Aug 2015
I have received excellent care in this ENT clinic by all.
SHC Patient, Aug 2015
Very impressed with Dr. Sungs patient side manner and apparent knowledge. A calming presence put me at ease over the accomplished procedure.
SHC Patient, Jul 2015
I would highly recommend Dr. SUNG
SHC Patient, Jul 2015
Very good experience.
SHC Patient, Jun 2015
Everyone including the support staff at the hospital were fantastic.
SHC Patient, Jun 2015
Dr. Sung was great! Very empathetic.
SHC Patient, May 2015
The staff of doctors were concerned for my issues.
SHC Patient, May 2015
would have liked some written info. of problem and summary of visit.
SHC Patient, May 2015
Dr. Sung and Dr. Nancy Jiong are great doctors. They were extremely friendly and concern about my health. I am very glad to have them as my primary doctors. Stanford should recognize them and award them for their good job.
SHC Patient, May 2015
Dr. Sung was very professional & compassionate. He listened attentively & gave exceptional care!
SHC Patient, Apr 2015
I get the best care with Dr. Sung and his associate Dr. Nancy J
SHC Patient, Jan 2015
Excellent.
SHC Patient, Oct 2014
They were very professional and really care about my health and concerns.
SHC Patient, Sep 2014
Dr. Sung is a very excellent doctor and so is his staff.
SHC Patient, Aug 2014
The care provider is an excellent provider.
SHC Patient, Aug 2014
Although far away EVERYONE has been kind, competent & efficient. The very goods are accurate.
SHC Patient, Jun 2014
The doctor was very explanatory while going through the laryngoscope procedure with me.
SHC Patient, Jun 2014
Good.
SHC Patient, May 2014
I had a very good experience & Dr. Sung was very helpful.
SHC Patient, Jan 2014
Dr. Sung is amazing! He diagnosed & fixed a vocal problem that no on else could. I saw sing again!!
SHC Patient, Dec 2013
Super treatment (A+). I was VERY HAPPY WITH DR. SUNG, CHIH-KWANG.
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
Brilliantly competent people all around.
SHC Patient, Mar 2018
I've only had a very positive experience with Dr. Sung from day one. I trust him and have great confidence in his knowledge, ability, and expertise.
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
Dr. Sung is a highly skilled professional, and a person with best possible people skills.
SHC Patient, Feb 2018
I am grateful for the service & I could not be more pleased with Dr. Sung.
SHC Patient, Oct 2017
I recommend the attention as excellent to any other patient because my experience with my doctor & nurses has been excellent.
SHC Patient, Sep 2017
Dr. Sung, I consider to be one of the best doctors I have ever been to
SHC Patient, Aug 2017
Dr. Sung is a fabulous doctor. I couldn't be happier!
SHC Patient, Aug 2017
good
SHC Patient, Jul 2017
Dr. Sung and entire team showed genuine compassion and clinical expertise.
SHC Patient, Jul 2017
I felt like this doctor did not seem to care about my condition at all. he did not answer any of my questions thoroughly or thoughtfully. what these doctors don't realize it's that we wait months and months to see them and hold out hope for good insight in the problem. was truly shocked by the lack of concern. there voice therapist was very nice though.
SHC Patient, Jun 2017
Dr. Sung is the BEST!! He saved my life.
SHC Patient, Jun 2017
Dr. Kwang was excellent on all counts: prompt, professional, courteous, knowledgable, concerned about my care.
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