Fuad Baroody

Fuad Baroody, MD is a distinguished pediatric head and neck surgeon specializing in allergic rhinitis, sinusitis, and other pediatric disorders including recurrent ear infections, airway narrowing, and obstructive sleep apnea. He is affiliated with the University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Medicine in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Baroody has been consistently recognized as one of Chicago's top doctors and is listed in "Best Doctors in America."

Dr. Baroody's educational journey includes:

• BSc in Biology-Chemistry from American University of Beirut (1980)
• MD from American University of Beirut (1984)
• Residency in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery from American University of Beirut (1988)
• Research Fellowship in Allergy and Clinical Immunology from Johns Hopkins University (1991)
• Fellowship in Pediatric Otolaryngology from Johns Hopkins University (1992)

His research interests focus on various treatment options for allergic rhinitis and sinusitis, and investigations into the causes of obstructive sleep apnea in children. Dr. Baroody has made significant contributions to understanding the relationship between allergic rhinitis and sinusitis, nasal steroid treatments, and immunotherapy approaches. His work has consistently bridged clinical practice with scientific investigation to improve patient outcomes in pediatric ENT and allergy conditions.

Dr. Baroody has authored more than 150 peer-reviewed scientific articles and 40 book chapters on allergic diseases, and co-edited a comprehensive textbook on chronic rhinosinusitis. His publications span clinical trials, review articles, and consensus guidelines that have shaped contemporary approaches to managing rhinologic conditions. His research demonstrates a consistent trajectory from basic mechanisms of disease to practical clinical applications.

Throughout his career, Dr. Baroody has received numerous prestigious awards including:

• Multiple "Top Doctor" designations from Chicago Magazine (2010-2024)
• Castle Connolly's America's Top Doctors recognition (2014-2015)
• Senior Faculty Distinguished Clinician Award from University of Chicago (2013)
• Program Director of the Year Award from University of Chicago (2023)
• Distinguished Educator and Leader Award from University of Chicago (2023)

Dr. Baroody serves on the editorial boards of several leading journals including Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Archives of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Laryngoscope, and the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology. His NIH-funded research has significantly advanced understanding of the connections between allergic conditions and sinus disorders, particularly in pediatric populations.