Brian P. Dunham, MD
Brian P. Dunham, MD

Brian P. Dunham, MD

Brian P. Dunham, MD, is the Director of Otologic Training and an attending surgeon in the Division of Otolaryngology (ENT) and the Balance and Vestibular Program at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.

Areas of expertise: General pediatric otolaryngology, Cochlear implantation, Pediatric ear disorders, Skull base tumors


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About Brian P. Dunham

Titles

Attending Surgeon

Associate Professor of Clinical Otorhinolaryngology: Head and Neck Surgery, Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania

Certifications

Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery – American Board of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery

Awards and Honors

2013, 2021, 2022, South Jersey Magazine's Top Physicians in Pediatric Otolaryngology
2004, Henkel Chief Resident Teacher of the Year Award, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
1996, Keck Scholar under the Stanford Medical Scholars Research Program
1993, Vanderbilt Diabetes Center Research Fellow
1992-1994, Catherine Easterling Mountcastle Scholar, Vanderbilt University
1988, Pearson Fellowship, Dartmouth College
1984, Robinson Fellowship, Dartmouth College

Leadership and Memberships

Memberships in professional organizations

National

2013-present, American Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology
2001-present, Association of Medical Illustrators
1999-present, American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
1999-present, American College of Surgeons

Editorial and Academic Positions

Editorial positions

2006-present, Editorial Review Board Member, Journal of Biocommunication

Academic and institutional committees

2010-present, Member, Advisory Committee, Medical and Biological Illustration Graduate Program, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
2008-present, ORL-HNS Admissions Interviewer, University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine

Research Interests

Tissue engineering with an emphasis on respiratory mucosa and airway reconstruction

Education & training

Medical Degree

MD - Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, CA

Internship

General Surgery - Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD

Residency

Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery - Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD

Fellowship

Post-Doctoral Research Fellow - Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
Pediatric Otolaryngology - The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA

Additional Training

Advanced Surgical Trainee, Otology and Neurotology - Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
Biomedical Illustration, Continuous Tone and Pen & Ink - Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD

Team affiliations

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Publications

Publications
2023

"Practical Visual Guidelines for Surgeons: How to Evaluate Medical Illustrations and How to Apply Illustration Principles to Power Point" ORL-HNS Grand Rounds, Columbia University (6/22/23) 

2021

Wust MK: "When Words Aren’t Enough, Medical Students Go Back to the Drawing Board" Penn Medicine News Jan 12 2021. Notes: https://www.pennmedicine.org/news/news-blog/2021/january/when-words-arent-enough-medical-students-go-back-to-the-drawing-board "Drawing for Visual Communication in Medicine" course is highlighted. Drs. Dunham & Lejbman, Eo Trueblood, & med student/intern, Lizz Card, quoted.

2018

Cueva RA, Chole RA: Maximizing exposure of the internal auditory canal via the retrosigmoid approach: An anatomical, radiological, and surgical study. Otology & Neurotology 39(7): 916-921, 2018 Notes: Eo Trueblood, MA and Dr. Brian Dunham drew Figure 8, pg. 920. 

2016

Jump C, Anupindi S, Peranteau W, Dunham B, Mamula P. Extensive Thoracic Injury From Button Battery Ingestion. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 2016 Mar;62(3):e24.

2013

Ballah D, Vossough A, Dunham BP, Kazahaya K, Cahill AM: Preoperative angiography and external carotid artery embolisation of juvenile nasopharyngeal angiofibromas in a tertiary referral paediatric centre. Clinical Radiology 68(11): 1097-1106, November 2013 Notes: Accepted for publication, May 22, 2013. PMID 23911010.

2012

Cheng J, Kleinberger, A, Dunham B, Woo P: Don't hang your coat here. International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology 76(5): 750-1, May 2012.

Lectures by Invitation
2019

Dunham BP. "Neck Masses in Children" Presented at the 43rd Semi-Annual Fall Family Medicine Review, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University and Lancaster General Health, Cherry Hill, NJ.  (Lecture #74, 10/25/19).

Dunham BP. Panelist: "Impact of Endoscopic Ear Surgery on Resident and Fellow Training" World Congress on Endoscopic Ear Surgery 3.0, Boston, MA, June 14, 2019.  Also created meeting poster artwork.

Dunham BP. Session Chair: "Video Presentation, Endoscopic Ear Cases"  World Congress on Endoscopic Ear Surgery 3.0, Boston, MA (6/14/19)

Dunham BP. Faculty, 7th Annual Simfest, Penn Medicine Clinical Simulation Center, Perelman School of Medicine: Simulation activities to teach regional ENT residents about microsurgery, laryngeal surgery, otologic surgery, and plastic reconstructive surgery. (5/11/19) 

2018

Dunham BP. "Three Pediatric ENT Cases" Presented at the 42nd Semi-Annual Fall Family Medicine Review, Temple University Lewis Katz School of Medicine, King of Prussia, PA (10/5/18)

Dunham BP. "Surgical Pearls: Common Issues and Red Flags" Lecture presented to the CHOP Care Network Specialty Care Center Princeton at Plainsboro, 101 Plainsboro Rd., Plainsboro, NJ 08540 (5/22/18)

Dunham BP. "A Hidden Resource - Stream Studios at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia" CSA AM conference oral presentation (5/8/18, Dunham BP, Trueblood E) 

Editorials, Reviews, Chapters
2016

Dunham BP: Perilymph Fistula Repair. Surgical Pediatric Otolaryngology, 2nd ed. Potsic WP, Cotton RT, Handler SD, Zur KB (eds). Thieme Medical Publishers; New York, NY, Page: 108-116, 2016.

2014

Rizzi MD, Dunham BP: Congenital Malformations of the Nose and Nasopharynx. Congenital Malformations of the Head and Neck. Elden LM and Zur KB (eds.). Springer, New York, NY, Page: 67-86, 2014 Notes: Dr. Dunham provided original artwork for this chapter.

2012

Dunham BP: The Child with Imbalance. Pediatric Otolaryngology, Principles and Practice Pathways, 2nd Ed. Wetmore RF, Muntz HR, McGill TJ (eds.). Thieme Medical Publishers, New York, NY, Page: 167-195, 2012.

Javia LR, Dunham BP, Jacobs I: Congenital Malformations of the Trachea and Bronchi Pediatric Otolaryngology, 5th Ed. Bluestone C et al (eds.). BC Decker, May 2012 Notes: In press. Dr. Brian Dunham created original Photoshop illustrations for Figures 14 and 15.

2011

Dunham B, Kazahaya K, Morrison W: Stridor and upper airway obstruction. Requisites in Pediatric Critical Care. Davis, Helfaer (eds.). Elsevier, Philadelphia, PA, 2010-11 Notes: Submitted 2006 and accepted for publication. Dr. Brian Dunham provided original artwork for this chapter. 

2007

Zur KB, Jacobs IN: Management of Chronic Upper Airway Obstruction. Pediatric Otolaryngology: The Requisites in Pediatrics. Wetmore RF (eds.). Mosby Elsevier, Page: 173-189, 2007 Notes: Dr. Brian Dunham created the original artwork for Figures 13-17 and 13-18.

Dunham B, Limb C: Cochlear implants: A brief overview. An Essential Guide to Hearing and Balance Disorders. Ackley RS, Decker TN, Limb CJ (eds.). Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, Mahwah, NJ, Page: 171-201, 2007 Notes: Dr. Brian Dunham wrote and illustrated text.

Shah UK, Dunham B: Coblation for Tonsillectomy: An Evidence-based Review. ORL: Journal for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology and Its Related Specialties. Younis R (eds.). 69(6): 349-357, November 2007 Notes: Epub 2007 Nov 23. Dr. Brian Dunham created the original artwork of the composite Photoshop rendering within manuscript.

Dunham, BP (artist): Figure 13-8: Suprastomal Collapse and Suprastomal Granulation. Pediatric Otolaryngology: The Requisites in Pediatrics 2007 Notes: Zur KB, Jacobs IN: Management of Chronic Upper Airway Obstruction. Pediatric Otolaryngology: The Requisites in Pediatrics. Wetmore RF (eds.). Mosby Elsevier, Page: 173-189, 2007.

Dunham, BP (artist): Figure 13-7: Internal and External Views. Pediatric Otolaryngology: The Requisites in Pediatrics 2007 Notes: Artwork published in: Zur KB, Jacobs IN: Management of Chronic Upper Airway Obstruction. Pediatric Otolaryngology: The Requisites in Pediatrics. Wetmore RF (eds.). Mosby Elsevier, Page: 173-189, 2007.

Dunham BP: Front cover artist. An Essential Guide to Hearing and Balance Disorders. Ackley RS, Decker TN, Limb CJ (eds.). Psychology Press, May 2007.

2006

Dunham B, Le Visage C, Singhal S, Flint P, Leong K: Tracheal Tissue Engineering. Handbook of Bioengineering. Bronzino (eds.). CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL. Page: 62-1 to 62-19, 2006 Notes: Dr. Brian Dunham wrote and illustrated text.

1998

Breaden R (Dunham BP, artist - pg. 47): Cracking the Boards: USMLE Step 1. Princeton Review Series Page: 427, 1998 Notes: ISBN 0-375-75092-4.

Patient experience rating

(based on 349 submissions)
  • Clear Explanation
    4.7 of 5
  • Showed Concern
    4.7 of 5
  • Included in decisions
    4.7 of 5
  • Would recommend
    4.7 of 5
  • Discussion of Proposed Treatment
    4.7 of 5
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Comments

  • Great communication of options and explanations of his thought process on different treatment options. Also made sure I left without further questions
    5 of 5
    May 08, 2024

  • Very good experience I don't have one complaint.
    5 of 5
    May 05, 2024

  • Dr. Dunham (and his nurse Kathy) addressed our concerns and had recommended the next steps, but without pushing us. Told us to to go home and think about it, which I appreciated. Most doctors do not do that.
    5 of 5
    Apr 01, 2024

  • Dr. Dunham has the best personality with parents and children!
    5 of 5
    Jan 06, 2024

  • Dr Dunham has impeccable beside manner
    5 of 5
    Jan 04, 2024

  • We were very happy with Dr. Dunham. He was very kind to my child, even though she was very shy and anxious during the appointment. He explained everything clearly so that she understood things too. We are happy with the care that she received.
    5 of 5
    Dec 12, 2023

  • I have and will always recommend Dr. Dunham to others. Just like our last visit, he takes time to listen, answer questions, and provide advice.
    5 of 5
    Nov 03, 2023

  • He answered all my questions and gave me more info.
    5 of 5
    Oct 21, 2023

  • Doctor Dunham was so kind and friendly.
    5 of 5
    Sep 09, 2023

  • Dr. Dunham is always a pleasure to meet with. Even when my kids are misbehaving!
    5 of 5
    Sep 06, 2023

  • Dr. Dunham explained everything and listens to my concerns and answered all questions.
    4.8 of 5
    Aug 25, 2023

  • He was very knowledgeable and telling me everything I needed to know
    5 of 5
    Jul 18, 2023

  • The physician made me feel very comfortable, it was my first time seeing him and wasn't sure what to expect. He was extremely nice and polite and engaged me professionally. He was genuinely concerned and did not push me in making any rush decisions. I am truly grateful for the care my daughter received!
    5 of 5
    Jul 16, 2023

  • Dr. Dunham and his team are absolutely incredible. They have been so caring and skillful the entire time my son has received care. When we met him I was terrified because it was during a hospital stay and my son had developed mastoiditis. I couldn't have asked for a better specialist to care for and perform surgery on my son.
    5 of 5
    Jul 12, 2023

  • The Dr and nurse were so lovely and helpful. Very reassuring
    5 of 5
    Jun 17, 2023

  • The doctor was very knowledgeable and caring
    5 of 5
    Jun 08, 2023

  • I recommend Dr. Dunham all the time. He's always excellent with my son.
    5 of 5
    Jun 07, 2023

  • The doctor was so kind. He listened and validated all my concerns. He took the time to get to know my daughter's history. I feel comfortable that my daughter is under his care and confident he is the right ENT for her.
    5 of 5
    May 31, 2023

  • Both Kathy and dr Dunham we're truly amazing
    5 of 5
    May 19, 2023

  • Dr. Dunham was very professional, answered all of our questions/addressed our concerns, and even brought up something with our son we weren't even aware of. He was very thorough. My son also took to him very well!
    5 of 5
    May 16, 2023

  • Everything was explained thoroughly and with care.
    5 of 5
    May 04, 2023

  • We can't imagine finding a doctor better than Dr. Dunham. He makes my kid laugh and he has excellent bedside manner. We really look forward to our visits.
    5 of 5
    Apr 13, 2023

  • AMAZING Experience. Dr. Dunham and his team were super knowledgable and confident. We were so happy to find people who understood what our daughter was dealing with and was able to figure out exactly what it was. I really wish Dr. Dunham was not 2 hours away from us. The way he interacted with my daughter was so thoughtful and he treated her with respect and really listened to her. We don't often get time with doctors where they are able to really focus on the symptoms and pains. I cannot say enough about this Doctor and the whole process. It has set the bar quite high for any future doctor appts.
    5 of 5
    Mar 24, 2023

  • One of the kindest, happiest, nicest doctors we have seen!
    5 of 5
    Mar 18, 2023

  • If only there were more surgeons like Dr. Dunham. I always feel like my son is in the best of hands!
    5 of 5
    Mar 03, 2023

  • This was one of the BEST appointments we have ever had in our 4 years at CHOP! Dr. Dunham was absolutely fantastic from the moment he walked in to the room. He introduced himself and included the 3 of us every step of the way through the appointment. As parents we felt seen but more importantly heard, which is huge when raising a child with complex needs. He explained everything and was so patient, understanding, and respectful. It's an easy 10/10 for our experience with Dr. Dunham!
    5 of 5
    Mar 02, 2023

  • Kind. Patient. Explained everything well and made me feel very comfortable with next steps.
    5 of 5
    Mar 01, 2023
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