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Susan Thibeault is a Professor and Vice Chair of Research in the Department of Surgery at the University of Wisconsin-Madison's School of Medicine and Public Health, with primary affiliation in Biomedical Engineering and additional appointments spanning Surgery and Medicine. Based at the Wisconsin Institutes for Medical Research (WIMR), she leads critical research initiatives in voice and swallowing science.
Her expertise centers on vocal fold mucosa biology, integrating regenerative medicine, immunology, and developmental biology to address voice disorders. As Principal Investigator of the University of Wisconsin–Madison Voice and Swallow Outcomes Database, she manages comprehensive health-related data from over 5,000 patients, enabling longitudinal health services research in communication disorders. This NIDCD-funded work bridges laboratory science with clinical outcomes.
Key research domains include:
- Vocal Fold Mucosa Biology
- Regenerative Medicine
- Immunology
- Developmental Biology
- Voice and Swallowing Disorders
- Health Services Research
Thibeault's research demonstrates strong translational focus, connecting molecular mechanisms of vocal fold function to patient-centered outcomes through large-scale database analysis. Her leadership as Vice Chair of Research drives surgical department innovation while advancing understanding of mucosal healing and tissue engineering applications.
Though specific scientific awards aren't documented in the source material, her sustained NIDCD funding signifies peer recognition in communication sciences. Her administrative role encompasses research oversight across surgical specialties, fostering multidisciplinary collaboration.
The Voice and Swallow Outcomes Database project coordinates clinicians, researchers, and data scientists to optimize treatment protocols for voice and swallowing disorders, establishing a vital resource for evidence-based otolaryngology practice.
