Jessica R. Levi

Dr. Jessica R. Levi serves as an Associate Professor at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in the Departments of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery and Pediatrics. She holds the position of Director of Pediatric Otolaryngology at Boston Medical Center, where she provides specialized care for children with ear, nose, and throat conditions.

Dr. Levi completed her medical education at Northwestern University School of Medicine and earned her undergraduate degree from Duke University. She pursued specialized training through a residency in Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery at Boston Medical Center followed by a fellowship in Pediatric Otolaryngology from Nemours AI Dupont Hospital for Children in 2012.

Her research program focuses on pediatric obstructive sleep apnea, with particular emphasis on patient education materials and socioeconomic status implications of sleep apnea care. Dr. Levi has established herself as a national expert in pediatric sleep disorders, publishing extensively on the topic and presenting at numerous national conferences. Her work increasingly addresses healthcare disparities, examining how socioeconomic factors affect access to care and outcomes for children with otolaryngological conditions.

Analysis of Dr. Levi's recent publications reveals a strong focus on pediatric sleep disorders, hearing impairment, and healthcare disparities. Her research spans clinical studies, systematic reviews, and analyses of healthcare delivery systems, with growing attention to the impact of socioeconomic factors on treatment access and outcomes. She has also recently expanded her research interests to include the application of artificial intelligence in pediatric otolaryngology.

• Educator of the Year Award by Boston University Medical School (awarded to one faculty member of the clinical sciences)

Dr. Levi has served on multiple committees for national organizations and has been a consistent reviewer for the International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology since 2015. Her research program has secured funding for numerous studies examining pediatric otolaryngological conditions, particularly focusing on sleep-disordered breathing and hearing disorders in children from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. She has mentored numerous medical students, residents, and fellows in research projects related to pediatric otolaryngology.

As Director of Pediatric Otolaryngology at Boston Medical Center, Dr. Levi leads a multidisciplinary team that provides comprehensive care for children with complex ear, nose, and throat conditions. Her program emphasizes evidence-based approaches to managing pediatric sleep-disordered breathing, hearing disorders, and airway conditions, with particular attention to the needs of patients from underserved communities.