“Dr. T” is a Maryland native who graduated magna cum laude with a degree in biochemistry from the University of Maryland, College Park. He then advanced to the University of Maryland School of Medicine, where he was honored with induction into the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society and received the Dr. Hans R. Wilhemsen Award for Excellence in Surgery. He continued at the same institution to complete his otolaryngology residency, earning the Blanchard Kleiman Resident Research Award for his significant contributions to basic science research in hearing loss.
Following his residency, he relocated to Atlanta to pursue a laryngology fellowship at Emory University, where he later joined the faculty. During his time there, he served as the Director of Dysphagia and Fellowship Director. Alongside his contributions to an expanding body of literature, he particularly cherished mentoring and teaching trainees at various levels, receiving the Residency Faculty Teaching Award in recognition of his efforts.
He is eager to concentrate on patient care while practicing comprehensive otolaryngology, offering his expertise in evaluating and managing upper aerodigestive disorders that affect voice, swallowing and breathing in the CSRA. Outside of his professional commitments, he enjoys quality time with his family, traveling and continually working to improve his golf game while combating his snap hook on the course.