Dr. Baroody is an expert pediatric head and neck surgeon who specializes in allergic rhinitis, sinusitis and other pediatric disorders, including recurrent ear infections, airway narrowing and obstructive sleep apnea. He is regularly featured in the Chicago metro area top doctors publications and listed as one of the “Best Doctors in America” by Best Doctors Inc.

He is a reviewer for and on the editorial boards of several peer-reviewed journals, including Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery; Archives of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery; Laryngoscope; Annals of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology; Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology; and American Journal of Rhinology. Dr. Baroody has written more than 100 peer-reviewed scientific articles and 25 book chapters on allergic diseases. He also co-edited a textbook that offers a comprehensive review of the current causes and treatments available for chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS). A gifted speaker, he has been invited to give lectures across the country and around the world.

Dr. Baroody’s research interests include various treatment options for allergic rhinitis and sinusitis, and investigations into the causes of obstructive sleep apnea in children. His previous research has been funded by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.

Stella Cho is a first-year medical student who is so excited to learn more about the amazing field of otolaryngology! She joined the leadership team to provide opportunities for everyone to explore ENT and gain further insight into the specialty. Stella is originally from the suburbs of LA and migrated to the Midwest for college, graduating from the University of Notre Dame. In her free time, she loves to sing with the STEM grad student acapella group, bake treats, and spend time with friends.

Woorin is from Fairfax, Virginia, and went to undergrad at the University of Chicago. She’s super excited to be part of the ENT Interest Group this year! Woorin became interested in ENT after shadowing in the OR, and wanted to learn more about the field. Outside of school, she loves playing with slime, dancing, and reading fantasies!

Hey y’all! My name is Preetham Kastury, and I am one of the M1 ENT interest group student leaders this year. I am originally from Mason, Ohio and attended undergrad at (THE) Ohio State University. In my free time, I enjoy reviewing movies, working on my golf swing, and watching college football. I am happy to talk to anyone about getting started with shadowing, ENT research, and adjusting to Pritzker!

Nihar Rama is originally from Cincinnati, OH, and is excited about otolaryngology because of its blend of clinical and surgical opportunities, the depth and breadth of the specialty, the wide range of patients otolaryngologists take care of, and the number of opportunities for innovation in the field of otolaryngology. Outside of medicine, Nihar loves staying active through sports (particularly basketball and racquet sports), playing and discovering new music, and working on his comedic timing. Please don’t hesitate to reach out!

Jonas Evan Talandis is excited to help Pritzker students explore the incredible and unique specialty of Otolaryngology. He is originally from Chicago and went to undergrad at UCLA. While applying to medical school, he lived in Spain and taught English at public schools. His interests and hobbies include the visual and performing arts, producing music, and anything that gets him outside.