Dr. Thomas Roland

Biography

J. Thomas Roland Jr., MD is a distinguished Otologist and Neurotologist at NYU Langone Health, specializing in Otology & Neurotology and Skull Base Surgery. He has extensive experience treating both adults and children, focusing on complex hearing restoration procedures such as cochlear and auditory brainstem implants. Dr. Roland is known for leading one of the largest cochlear implant translational research teams in the U.S., emphasizing a collaborative approach to patient care within multidisciplinary teams that include surgeons, therapists, and audiologists. With board certifications in Otolaryngology (Neurotology) and Head and Neck Surgery, Dr. Roland has dedicated his career to advancing methods for restoring hearing and improving quality of life for patients with hearing impairments. He completed his MD at Temple University in 1983 and has since trained extensively in otolaryngology and neurotology at NYU Medical Center, where he also completed his residency and fellowship. Dr. Roland has authored numerous research studies and has a particular interest in the applications of cochlear implants for various hearing disorders. His commitment to patient care has earned him recognition as one of America’s Top Doctors for over a decade.

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