UC Health is a national referral center for adult ariway reconstruction, providing expert care to patients across the country. Our program includes physicians and speech and language experts dedicated to adult airway care. UC Health provides 24-hour phone support for patients’ needs.
Adult Airway Reconstruction Program
Ohio’s most experienced program for complex adult airway and swallowing care. Our teams deliver advanced treatment, intensive aftercare and 24-hour support for better outcomes.
Adult Airway Reconstruction
Pioneering Surgical Expertise
UC Health was the first in the U.S. to perform slide tracheoplasty for adult tracheal stenosis. This procedure creates a larger airway for patients, helping many remove their trach tube, regain activity, lose weight and improve health—even with other complications.
Adult Airway Reconstruction
Leading Research and Clinical Trials
As the region’s only adult academic medical center, UC Health leads ongoing research and clinical trials. Our discoveries quickly translate to innovative therapies and diagnostics for patients in Greater Cincinnati and beyond.
Adult Airway Reconstruction
Multidisciplinary Care, National Recognition
UC Health is one of the top three centers in the nation and the most experienced program in Ohio. Our collaborative team includes otolaryngologists, pulmonologists, speech pathologists, surgeons and critical care specialists dedicated to your care.
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Active Research, Clinical Studies and Innovations
UC Health leads regional research, with ongoing clinical trials and new therapies. Access the latest studies and research updates supporting breakthroughs in adult airway reconstruction.
Physician Publications and Scientific Contributions
Review peer-reviewed articles, case reports and guidelines authored by UC Health physicians, highlighting advances in adult airway reconstruction and related care.
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Get clear explanations on billing, financial support, insurance plans and answers to help you manage the cost of care with confidence.
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Learn About Referral Steps and How We Support Providers
UC Health supports referring providers with communication tools and a dedicated referral process to ensure collaborative, seamless patient care.
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Our Specialties
Multidisciplinary Expertise for Complex Airway Conditions
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Authoring Breakthroughs
Transforming Outcomes Through Research, Expert Teams and Innovative Airway Care
Our Unique Approach to Patient Care
Collaborative, Patient-First Expertise
We deliver complex adult airway reconstruction through multidisciplinary teams. Patients benefit from nearly 20 years of specialized experience, national leadership and advanced research—all focused on restoring quality of life.
Top 3
One of the top three centers in the nation
Most
Experienced adult airway program in Ohio
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Dedicated physician assistant to support patients every step
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National leaders and publishers in adult airway reconstruction research
Featured Treatment
Leading Adult Slide Tracheoplasty
Our experts were the first in the US to perform slide tracheoplasty for adults, which enables surgery for adults with tracheal stenosis, including patients with complications such as obesity. It provides a larger airway than traditional surgeries for eligible patients. It also helps patients remove their trach tube, become more active, lose weight and improve their health.
Featured Benefit
Leading Specialists in Adult Airway Reconstruction
The UC Health Adult Airway Reconstruction team combines exceptional clinical care with active research and teaching. As the region’s only adult academic health system, our physicians advance the science of airway care and regularly contribute to the scientific literature, shaping best practices and sharing clinical insights with colleagues across the globe.
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