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Dr. Alex Daniel Sweeney is an Associate Professor at the Baylor College of Medicine, affiliated with the Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, Department of Neurosurgery, and Department of Surgery. He also holds an Adjunct Associate Professor position at the University of Houston, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders. His roles include Vice Chair - Clinical Affairs, Director of Hearing and Balance Center, and Director of Neurotology Fellowship Program at Baylor College of Medicine, as well as clinical appointments at Texas Children's Hospital and Jamail Specialty Care Center.
- Positions: Vice Chair - Clinical Affairs, Associate Professor, Director roles, Adjunct Associate Professor
- Education: BA from University of Pennsylvania (2004), MD from Baylor College of Medicine (2008), Residency at Baylor (2013), Fellowship at Vanderbilt (2015)
- Research Interests: Hearing loss, cochlear implantation, skull base tumors, endoscopic ear surgery, facial nerve disorders
- Certifications: Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Neurotology
- Memberships: American Neurotology Society, American Academy of Otolaryngology, etc.
Dr. Sweeney's work focuses on hearing preservation techniques, cochlear implantation, and skull base tumor management, particularly acoustic neuromas and meningiomas. His research explores surgical outcomes, innovative techniques like suture pull-through for CSF leaks, and the clinical implications of rare temporal bone pathologies.
He has contributed to systematic reviews for the Congress of Neurological Surgeons on intraoperative cranial nerve monitoring and hearing preservation in vestibular schwannoma surgery. His publications emphasize endoscopic ear surgery, cholesteatoma management, and balance disorders, reflecting his dual expertise in clinical practice and research.
- Scientific Awards:
- Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Society
- Gold Humanism Honor Society
Dr. Sweeney's clinical leadership at Baylor College of Medicine, including directing the Hearing and Balance Center and Neurotology Fellowship Program, underscores his commitment to advancing otology and neurotology. His collaborations with institutions like Vanderbilt University and Texas Children's Hospital highlight his interdisciplinary approach to patient care and education.
