Xiaoyang Hua , MD, PhD

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^{Xiaoyang Hua , MD, PhD}

Xiaoyang Hua, MD, PhD, is a board-certified and fellowship-trained otolaryngologist and National Institutes of Health-funded surgeon-scientist. He prioritizes empathizing with his patients and is committed to developing various treatment options and assisting patients in choosing the one that aligns best with their needs. Hua works closely with his team to ensure individualized care for every patient and strives to provide valuable insight and compassion. Hua is an associate professor in the Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. He’s also the principal investigator of multiple grants supported by the NIH. Hua was selected as one of three surgeons involved in a groundbreaking clinical trial for the robotic insertion of cochlear implants. He also holds pending patents for multiple medical devices used in sinus and skull base surgery. With over 25 years of experience in otolaryngology, Hua has learned from and collaborated with world-class physicians, surgeons, and educators. He earned his medical and doctorate degrees in China. He completed his residency and fellowship in otolaryngology head and neck surgery at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics where his training included managing complex middle and inner ear disorders, performing surgeries for extensive cholesteatomas, temporal bone resections, inner ear ablations, and implantable devices for hearing loss, including cochlear implantation. Outside of work, Hua enjoys running, cycling, and playing the guitar.