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Seth Morris Cohen

Seth Morris Cohen

Professor of Head and Neck Surgery & Communication Sciences
Laryngology
seth.cohen@duke.edu
3480 Wake Forest Road, Suite 404, Raleigh, NC 27609
3480 Wake Forest Road, Suite 404, Raleigh, NC 27609

Overview

Dr. Cohen is an otolaryngologist head & neck surgeon with fellowship training in laryngology. He performs clinical care and research focused on patients with voice, airway, and swallowing problems.

Current Appointments & Affiliations

Professor of Head and Neck Surgery & Communication Sciences · 2023 - Present Laryngology, Head and Neck Surgery & Communication Sciences

In the News

Published September 17, 2024
Where Small Steps Make a Difference in Middle East Crisis
Published September 10, 2024
Amid Conflict, Two Doctors, One Palestinian and One Jewish, Find the Humanity in Medicine
Published March 30, 2016
Sharp Diagnosis Gives Durham Vet His Voice Back

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Recent Publications

Investigating the Challenges of Managing Coexisting Subglottic Stenosis and Bronchopulmonary Diseases Medically Using Computational Modeling.

Journal Article Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg · December 31, 2025 OBJECTIVE: Subglottic stenosis (SGS) coexists with bronchopulmonary disease, complicating topical therapy given the distinct anatomical targets. Optimizing inhaled medication delivery to both regions remain a therapeutic challenge. This study evaluates the ... Full text Link to item Cite

National Trends in Treatment of Acute Unilateral Vocal Fold Paralysis at Tertiary Care Voice Centers

Journal Article Laryngoscope Investigative Otolaryngology · April 1, 2025 Objective: Acute unilateral vocal fold paralysis (UVFP) management differs across the United States. This study aims to characterize current trends in UVFP treatment at US tertiary care voice centers. Data Sources: A survey was distributed to laryngologist ... Full text Cite

Preoperative dysphagia and adverse postoperative outcomes in middle aged and older adults.

Journal Article J Clin Anesth · January 2025 BACKGROUND: Dysphagia is a swallowing impairment with adverse health consequences. The impact of preoperative dysphagia on postoperative outcomes is not known. This study will examine the association between preoperative dysphagia and postoperative outcome ... Full text Link to item Cite
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Recent Grants

Treatment Alternatives in Adult Rare Disease; Assessment of Options in Idiopathic Subglottic Stenosis: NoAAC PR-02 Study

ResearchPrincipal Investigator · Awarded by Vanderbilt University · 2016 - 2018

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Education, Training & Certifications

University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill · 2000 M.D.
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill · 1999 M.P.H.