Programmatic Assessment of a Comprehensive Quality Improvement Curriculum in an Otolaryngology Residency.

To date, there is minimal literature discussing quality improvement curricula in otolaryngology. Herein, we present our program, including didactic, web-based, and experiential learning, developed in the setting of a preexisting institutional quality and safety policy. Nine otolaryngology residents were evaluated with assessments focused on learner satisfaction, learner attitudes, and knowledge acquisition according to the Kirkpatrick framework.

Use of Parathyroid Hormone Assay after Thyroidectomy: A Survey of US and European Surgeons.

Introduction: Hypocalcemia after thyroidectomy results in prolongation of hospitalization and patient discomfort but can be predicted by PTH assays. However, there is considerable variation in their use.

Methods: This study was undertaken to document current US and European practice patterns regarding the use of this assay.

Changes in central apnea index following pediatric adenotonsillectomy.

Objectives: To determine if there are changes in the central apnea index (CAI) when pediatric patients undergo adenotonsillectomy for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

Study Design: Case series with chart review.

Setting: Two tertiary children's hospitals.

Painless thyroiditis presenting as apathetic hyperthyroidism in a young male.

Apathetic hyperthyroidism is an uncommon presentation of thyrotoxicosis that is most commonly observed in elderly individuals. A small number of cases, however, have been observed in young adults-all of whom were female. We describe a case of apathetic hyperthyroidism due to painless thyroiditis in a 23-year-old active duty male, who presented with a 1-month history of change in behavior characterized by poverty of speech and disinterest in his surrounding environment.