Reema Padia

Dr. Reema Padia is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery at the University of Utah and Primary Children’s Hospital. She is board-certified in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and Complex Pediatric Otolaryngology. Dr. Padia serves as the Director of the Vascular Anomalies Center and Fellowship Director for Pediatric Otolaryngology at Primary Children’s Hospital, with clinical practices in Salt Lake City and Lehi. Her leadership extends to the National Vascular Anomalies Task Force, and she is a frequent speaker at national conferences on aerodigestive disorders and vascular anomalies.

Education

• Undergraduate: B.S. in Chemistry, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
• Medical: M.D., Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University
• Residency: Otolaryngology, University of Utah School of Medicine
• Fellowship: Pediatric Otolaryngology, University of Washington Seattle Children’s Hospital
• Study Abroad: University of Seville

Research Focus

Dr. Padia's research centers on genetic mechanisms of lymphatic malformations, laryngeal cleft interventions for swallowing disorders, healthcare disparities in pediatric otolaryngology, and optimizing treatment protocols for vascular anomalies. Her work integrates clinical outcomes with molecular diagnostics to advance evidence-based practices.

Publication Trends

Dr. Padia's recent publications (2021-2025) emphasize vascular anomalies, socioeconomic factors in pediatric care, surgical safety protocols, and long-term outcomes of airway interventions. Her studies frequently employ multidisciplinary approaches, focusing on genetic testing, resource utilization, and quality improvement in pediatric otolaryngology.

Awards & Leadership

No specific awards are detailed, but Dr. Padia holds key leadership roles including Director of the Vascular Anomalies Center and national task force positions. She oversees fellowship training and surgical programs.

Clinical & Academic Roles

She directs clinical programs at Primary Children’s Hospital's Vascular Anomalies and Aerodigestive Centers. Previously, she was Surgical Director of the Vascular Anomalies Center at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Her team collaborations focus on complex pediatric airway reconstruction and genetic research initiatives.