Bryan R. McRae

Bryan R. McRae, M.D., is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology: Head & Neck Surgery at the University of Utah. As a specialist in otolaryngology, he treats common conditions in adults and children while leading specialized care for Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia (HHT) through the university's referral center. He partners with the Center for Medical Innovation (CMI) to develop surgical devices and mentors biomedical engineering student teams.

Education:

• Research Fellow, Neurolaryngology Laboratory, Indiana University School of Medicine
• Postdoctoral Research Fellow Clerkship, Peking Union Medical College
• Residency in Otolaryngology, Indiana University School of Medicine
• M.D., University of Michigan Medical School
• B.S./B.A. in Biochemistry & International Studies, Brigham Young University

Research Focus:
Dr. McRae's work spans laryngeal reinnervation, vocal fold paralysis, sinus surgery, and medical device innovation. He develops novel surgical tools through collaborations with biomedical engineering teams, resulting in multiple patents for devices like aerosol-reducing facemasks and otoscopes. His research emphasizes translational solutions for otolaryngology challenges.

Publications:
His articles focus on surgical innovations (tracheal reconstruction, HHT treatments), laryngeal neurobiology (nerve injury models, stem cell therapies), and pandemic-era medical devices. Recurring themes include biomechanical testing of surgical techniques and regenerative medicine approaches for voice rehabilitation.

Professional Engagement:
As a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, he participates in national committees and humanitarian surgical missions to Kenya, China, and Indonesia. Fluent in Mandarin Chinese and Spanish, he supports global health initiatives alongside clinical practice.