Laura J. Orvidas

Laura J. Orvidas, M.D. is a Professor of Otolaryngology at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science in Rochester, Minnesota. She specializes in Pediatric Otolaryngology within the Department of Otorhinolaryngology, with additional expertise in Cleft and Craniofacial Clinic services. Dr. Orvidas serves as Clerkship Director for the Visiting Medical Student Clerkship Program and maintains active clinical and academic roles at Mayo Clinic.

Dr. Orvidas's research interests focus on pediatric otolaryngology with emphasis on airway disorders, head and neck tumors in children, and surgical outcomes. Her work spans clinical investigations into pediatric parotid masses, lymphangiomas of the head and neck, and transsphenoidal pituitary surgery in pediatric patients. Recent research has expanded into telehealth applications for post-tonsillectomy care and outcomes analysis for procedures like supraglottoplasty in children with Down syndrome.

Her publication record shows consistent scholarly activity from 1994 through 2022, demonstrating expertise across multiple subfields of pediatric otolaryngology. The research trajectory reveals evolving focus from rare conditions like verrucous carcinoma of the larynx and esophageal lymphoma in earlier career to more contemporary pediatric-specific conditions and outcomes research.

• 2021-2018: Consistently named Minnesota Monthly's Top Doctors
• 2017: Presidential Citation from American Broncho-Esophagological Association
• 2012: Distinguished Service Award from American Academy of Otolaryngology Foundation
• 2005: Honor Award from American Academy of Otolaryngology
• 1990: Institutional Honors and Janet M. Glasgow Memorial Achievement Citation from Southern Illinois University

Dr. Orvidas maintains extensive involvement in medical education and professional organizations. She has served in leadership roles including Clerkship Director since 2003, Chair of Ethics Education, and member of numerous national committees. Her professional memberships span over 30 years with continuous engagement in the American Medical Association, American Academy of Otolaryngology, and specialty societies focused on pediatric ENT and head and neck surgery. The breadth of her committee work demonstrates significant contributions to both institutional and national standards in otolaryngology education and practice.