About Our Residency Program
The BIDMC Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery is proud to welcome its first class of residents, beginning in June, 2020. We have built an independently robust residency program that offers comprehensive experiences in otolaryngology, including:
- Head and neck surgical oncology
- Microvascular reconstruction
- Laryngology – professional voice, swallowing
- Rhinology and skull base surgery
- Otology, neurotology, and skull base surgery
- Facial plastic and reconstruction
- Pediatric otolaryngology
In addition to the comprehensive clinical experience, we have research support through the FIRST program at BIDMC. Our faculty have a number of ongoing research projects that will help support academic growth among our trainees.
The BIDMC/Harvard Medical School Residency in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery participates in the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). The program selects interns through the National Resident Matching Program in accordance with the policies established by the NRMP. Deadline for receipt of all application documents in ERAS is September 24 2025. Interviews will be conducted in January.
For additional information, please email Renee Beijer or call 617-632-9511.
House Officer Salary and Benefits
Resources on housing, salary, and benefits can be found on the BIDMC Graduate Medical Education webpage.
James Naples, MD
Program Director
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Stephanie Teng, MD
Associate Director
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Harvard Catalyst
PGY-1
Matthew Holdaway, MD
Hometown: Glastonbury, Connecticut
Undergraduate Education: Union College
Medical School: Albany Medical College
Professional Interests: Medical education, surgical innovations and technology
Hobbies: Hockey, skiing, golf
Originally from Glastonbury, Connecticut, Dr. Matthew Holdaway graduated summa cum laude from Union College in Schenectady, New York where he received a Bachelor of Science with a major in Neuroscience and minor in classical studies. After graduation, he conducted research in the laboratory of Dr. Sally Temple investigating miRNA expression in iPSC derived microglia organoids and microglia subtype differentiation following spinal cord injury. He then attended Albany Medical College, graduating summa cum laude and receiving multiple awards for academic achievements and clinical compassion. There, he published manuscripts on a variety of topics including outcomes for skull base surgery and disparities in healthcare leadership.
PGY-1
Summer Xu, MD
Hometown: Glastonbury, Connecticut
Undergraduate Education: University of Virginia
Medical School: University of Connecticut School of Medicine
Professional Interests: Medical education, public health initiatives, and technology and otolaryngology
Hobbies: Cooking, exploring restaurants, hiking, camping, skiing, gardening, crafting, running
Originally from Glastonbury, Connecticut, Summer graduated from the University of Virginia with a degree in chemical engineering. There, she worked as a medical scribe in the emergency department for several years. During her gap year, Summer worked as a prep and line cook in restaurants throughout Connecticut and Boston before matriculating into the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. In medical school, Summer conducted research on metopic craniosynostosis and pediatric sleep apnea. As the founder of the migrant and seasonal farm worker clinics and the warming shelter clinics, she hopes to continue working with underserved populations in her clinical practice. She also received the award for excellence in clinical skills and the faculty award for overall academic excellence. Summer chose otolaryngology because of the ability to help patients connect with the world whether it be through speech, hearing, facial expression, or even experiencing food. Outside of medicine, Summer enjoys cooking for her friends and family, exploring new cuisines around the world, and spending time outdoors. She especially loves hiking - her favorite hikes are located in Canada, Portugal, and New Hampshire!
PGY-2
Nirvikalpa Natarajan, MD
Hometown: Mumbai, India
Undergraduate Education: University Of Texas, Dallas
Medical School: Stanford University School of Medicine
Professional Interests: Medical education, Clinical and surgical outcomes
Hobbies: Trekking, yoga, writing
Originally from India, Dr. Natarajan graduated magna cum laude from University of Texas, Dallas with a degree in Biology. She graduated from Stanford University, School of Medicine with a scholarly concentration of clinical research. At Stanford she worked on research projects in otology under the mentorship of Dr. Konstantina Stankovic and Tulio Valdez. She developed elective courses and worked on research projects related to medical education under the mentorship of Dr. Lars Osterberg.
She received two Stanford Medical Scholars Research Fellowship Awards for clinical research and medical education, an Honors Certificate from the Stanford Medicine Teaching and Mentoring Academy and the James Lyons Award for Service.
Dr. Natarajan's primary interests include clinical outcomes research, mentorship & medical education.
PGY-2
Kavita Prasad, MD
Hometown: Los Altos, California
Undergraduate Education: Vanderbilt University
Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine
Professional Interests: Public and global health initiatives in otolaryngology, health technology innovations
Hobbies: Running, tennis, traveling, food tours enthusiast, San Francisco sports fan
Originally from Los Altos, California, Dr. Prasad graduated from Vanderbilt University with a degree in Neuroscience. There, she studied the role of the p75 neurotrophin receptor in drug-induced apoptosis of leukemia cells. After working one year as a medical scribe at UCSF, she matriculated into Tufts University School of Medicine as a dual MD/MPH candidate. Between her third and fourth years, she went back to Nashville to work as a research fellow for Vanderbilt’s Department of Otolaryngology. She conducted a wide range research in head and neck oncology including studies on intraoperative augmented reality, outcomes research for patients with positive margins, and she participated in a surgical mission trip to Kijabe, Kenya. Dr. Prasad is interested in public and global health initiatives in otolaryngology and health tech innovations.
PGY-3
Gabriella Ojeda-Badillo, MD
Hometown: Sarasota, Florida
Undergraduate Education: Boston College
Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine
Professional Interests: Health technology for patient education, medical education, early intervention, clinical and surgical outcomes
Hobbies: Yoga, Pilates, water sports, skiing, food connoisseur, avid shopper
Originally from Sarasota, Florida, Dr. Gabriella Ojeda-Badillo graduated from Boston College with a degree in Biology. There, she was actively involved in medical education, working as a teaching assistant for pre-medical education courses and mentoring STEM students. After graduating, Dr. Ojeda-Badillo spent a year working as a medical assistant in Boston and subsequently matriculated to Tufts University School of Medicine. There, she conducted clinical research in plastic and reconstructive surgery under the mentorship of Alan Lim, MD and research in pediatric otolaryngology under the guidance of Andrew Scott, MD. She is also bilingual in English and Spanish and is interested in improving patient equity and inclusion.
PGY-3
Lauren Schlegel, MD
Hometown: Fleetwood, Pennsylvania
Undergraduate Education: Lehigh University
Medical School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Professional Interests: Simulation, medical education, 3D printing, and thyroid cancer
Hobbies: Running, hiking, skiing, rock climbing, yoga, traveling, reading
Originally from Fleetwood, Pennsylvania, Dr. Lauren Schlegel graduated summa cum laude from Lehigh University in Bethlehem, PA where she received a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and a Bachelor of Arts with dual majors in Health, Medicine, and Society and Religious Studies. There, she conducted research in the lab of Vassie Ware, PhD, studying post-translation modifications of ribosomal protein L22. She was also accepted to the International Honors Program and conducted research on sociocultural barriers to HIV prevention in Vietnam, South Africa, and Argentina. Dr. Schlegel subsequently matriculated to Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. She spent a year during the COVID-19 pandemic serving as Assistant Director for the Jefferson Vulnerable Community Mobile Vaccine Program helping to improve access to the COVID-19 vaccine in communities throughout Philadelphia. She worked as the Health Design Lab research fellow developing an expertise in 3D printing techniques and conducting 3D printing research projects.
PGY-4
Alexa Kacin, MD
Hometown: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Undergraduate Education: Northeastern University
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Professional Interests: Medical education, clinical and surgical outcomes
Hobbies: Skiing, running, hiking, camping, cycling, restaurant enthusiast
Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Dr. Alexa Kacin graduated summa cum laude from Northeastern University in Boston, MA where she received a bachelor’s degree in Health Science and a minor in Psychology. There, she worked as an Otolaryngology nursing assistant and conducted research to improve outcomes of patients with TB and HIV in Tugela Ferry, South Africa. She subsequently matriculated at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine where she was the recipient of the Dean’s Summer Research Project Certificate of Merit Award. Dr. Kacin’s interest in medical education and mentorship led her to tutor all MS1 and MS2 courses and become a member of two student run mentorship programs, Women in Healthcare Medical Mentorship Program and Pitt Med Student Mentorship Experience Alliance. She authored a manuscript on the impact of COVID-19 precautions on tympanostomy tube placement in children with cleft palate. Dr. Kacin is a two-time Boston Marathon runner raising funds and awareness for Operations Airway and during her last year of medical school, she ran her third marathon in Chicago as a member of Team Empower for Smile Train.
PGY-4
Regan Manayan, MD
Hometown: Hendersonville, Tennessee
Undergraduate Education: Tulane University
Medical School: Tufts University School of Medicine
Professional Interests: Neurotology, patient outcomes, technology in clinical decision making
Hobbies: Running, cycling, soccer, yoga, reading, traveling, cooking
Originally from Hendersonville, Tennessee, Dr. Regan Manayan attended Tulane University, where he received a bachelor’s degree in Italian and graduated summa cum laude as a member of Phi Beta Kappa. There, he conducted research in the lab of Bruce A. Bunnell, PhD, studying the use of adipose-derived stem cells in the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases. Dr. Manayan subsequently matriculated to Tufts University School of Medicine, where he conducted clinical research under the mentorship of Andrew R. Scott, MD, concerning the improvement of patient outcomes and the utilization of technology in pediatric otolaryngology.
PGY-5
Brett Campbell, MD
Hometown: Centreville, Virginia
Undergraduate Education: University of Virginia
Medical School: Tulane University School of Medicine
Professional Interests: Outcomes in head and neck cancer, regenerative medicine, medical education
Hobbies: Camping, hiking, kayaking, cycling, cooking Cajun and Indian cuisine, watching football
Dr. Brett Campbell grew up in Centreville, Virginia and graduated from the University of Virginia with a degree in biology. There, he led a student-run organization that offered annual mission trips to the favelas of São Paulo, Brazil. He subsequently matriculated at Tulane University School of Medicine and conducted several basic science research projects in the Center for Stem Cell Research related to adipose stem cells, bioscaffolding, and regenerative medicine under the guidance of Dr. Jeffrey Gimble.
Dr. Campbell is a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society, recipient of the Dean's Award presented to the valedictorian of the graduating class, and recipient of the James W. McLaurin Award for a distinguished otolaryngology thesis.
PGY-5
Kevin Tie, MD
Hometown: Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Undergraduate Education: Duke University
Medical School: University of North Carolina School of Medicine
Professional Interests: Clinical and surgical outcomes, improving management algorithms, technology in otolaryngology, medical ethics
Hobbies: Chess, board games, tennis, pickleball, basketball, rock climbing, cooking
Originally from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Dr. Kevin Tie attended Duke University, where he received bachelor of science degrees in chemistry and computer science and graduated summa cum laude as a member of Phi Beta Kappa. He then spent a year at Epic Systems Corporation as a lead software developer for Social Care before matriculating at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine.
In medical school, Dr. Tie conducted research investigating allergen immunotherapy and subglottic stenosis management. He is also interested in medical ethics and is a member of Doctors Against Forced Organ Harvesting.
RESIDENT ALUMNI
Class of 2025
Victoria Huang, MD
2025-2027: Neurotology Fellowship, Case Western Reserve University / University Hospitals
Peter Nagy, MD
2025-2026: Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Our Clinical Rotations and Curriculum
The Otolaryngology Residency currently has two participating sites, BIDMC and Boston Children’s Hospital.
Clinical Rotations
PGY-1
- 6 months off service (SICU, anesthesia, vascular/thoracic, neurosurgery, acute care surgery/trauma, plastic surgery)
- 6 months otolaryngology
PGY-2
- 3 months otolaryngology outpatient
- 3 months H&N
- 3 months otology/general
- 3 months Boston Children’s
PGY-3
- 3 months trauma/plastics
- 3 months Boston Children’s
- 3 months BIDMC float
- 3 months research
PGY-4
- 3 months H&N (chief)
- 3 months otology/general (chief)
- 3 months clinical elective
- 3 months research
PGY-5
- 3 months facial plastic surgery (administrative chief)
- 3 months H&N (chief)
- 3 months otology/general (chief)
- 3 months BIDMC float (administrative chief)
Curriculum
The curriculum will be guided by the curriculum designated by the American Academy of Otolaryngology: Comprehensive Otolaryngologic Curriculum Learning through Interactive Approach (COCLIA).
The residency program has dedicated education time from 7:00 – 10:00 am on Wednesdays.
7:00 – 8:00 am: Monthly journal clubs, QI conferences, research meetings, and “History of Otolaryngology” seminars will be rotated
8:00 – 9:00 am: High-yield lecture by faculty
9:00 – 10:00 am: Resident-led, faculty-facilitated case presentations
Additional educational conferences:
- Quarterly grand rounds
- Weekly tumor boards (H&N and skull base)
- Monthly interdisciplinary airway conferences
- Audiology and vestibular conferences
Our Research Training Opportunities
Residents are required to complete six months of research time through the rotation and curriculum schedule. Each resident will have a dedicated research mentor to facilitate development of independent research ideas. The FIRST program at BIDMC has resources available to aid in project design, navigating the IRB, and database development.
- It is expected that residents learn autonomy in developing research projects and questions.
- Residents will be expected to submit their work at national and international meetings, and publish in the peer-reviewed literature. Stipends will be available for residents to attend these meetings.
Ongoing research projects in the Division of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery:
Laryngology
- KTP laser and leukoplakia
- Stroke and airway protection
- Dystonia research
Otology/Neurotology
- Ototoxicity research
- Vestibular disorders
- History of otology
- Tinnitus research
- Acoustic neuroma
- HL and cognition research
Head and Neck/Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- H&N cancer database research
- Opioid use research
- H&N cancer outcomes research
- O2 measurements in free flap reconstruction
Rhinology
- SNOT-22 score outcomes
Other
- Education research in simulation