Richard K. Gurgel,
MD
Languages Spoken: English, Tagalog
Dr. Richard Gurgel graduated magna cum laude from the University of Utah with an Honors B.A. in Biology. He then continued his training by attending medical school at the University of Utah. There he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society as a junior.
Dr. Gurgel did his residency in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. In 2005, ranked as the #2 Otolaryngology program in America according to U.S. News and World Report Best Hospitals and continues to be one of the top five programs in the country.
He went on to do his fellowship in Neurotology – Skull Base Surgery at Stanford University. There he was a member of Stanford Society of Physician Scholars and elected fellow teacher of the year for two consecutive years.
Dr. Gurgel’s clinical interests include the full spectrum of neurotology, specifically in the care of patients with acoustic neuromas, glomus tumors, and other skull base lesions. He also has an interest in the surgical restoration of both conductive and sensorineural hearing loss and auditory prosthesis such as cochlear implants. His research focuses on innovations in hearing restoration and medical education.
Dr. Gurgel has lived in Germany, Israel, and the Philippines. He is fluent in Cebuano and Waray-Waray (both Filipino dialects). Outside of the hospital, his time is mainly spent with his wife on all activities pursuant to raising five young daughters.
Clinical Locations
TOSH Hearing and Balance Center
801-595-1700
Otolaryngology/ENT, Area E
801-587-8368
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Surgery
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Associate Professor Communication Sciences and Disorders - Adjunct Assistant Professor Neurosurgery - Adjunct Associate Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery |
| Board Certification | American Board of Otolaryngology (Sub: Neurotology) |
Patient Rating
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Likelihood of recommending care provider
4.7/ 5
Care provider's explanation of condition/problem
4.7/ 5
Care provider's effort to include me in decisions
4.7/ 5
Wait time at clinic
4.1/ 5
Care provider's concern for questions & worries
4.7/ 5
Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survery and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
UofU Patient
November 02, 2020
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Dr. Grugel is amazing
UofU Patient
November 01, 2020
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this was a follow up after surgery in January.
UofU Patient
October 30, 2020
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Dr explained issue and all options.
UofU Patient
October 16, 2020
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Excellent Doctor that takes the necessary time with you
UofU Patient
October 09, 2020
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I love Dr Gurgel I've been seen him for the past 4 years.
UofU Patient
September 28, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
I have an acoustic neuroma that is slightly smaller since radiation treatment earlier this year. That was a welcome news. Now I'm supposed to come back in a year. I'm confused. Annual visits were the wait-and-see plan. We were going to check the tumor's rate of growth before I got treatment. I don't understand why we're still on a wait-and-see schedule. I don't come prepared to challenge the doctor, so I got home and started to wonder. Are we on the same schedule because my doctor doesn't trust radiation treatment? The doctor told me the hearing in the affected ear is pretty bad. He didn't make recommendations. The doctor asked if my balance has been affected. I answered that it's worse when I turn my head while I'm walking. We didn't talk about what I can do about that. It's like the hearing loss. I feel l like I'm being studied at a research hospital, but not treated.
UofU Patient
September 14, 2020
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Very pleased and comfortable. I was not rushed, very patient.
UofU Patient
September 01, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
excellent
UofU Patient
August 27, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
It was all good. Generally the surgery I had is given only if you have vertigo . I was very happy i was able to have this surgery and I do feel like things are going to be much better.
UofU Patient
August 14, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
There was a long time between appointments, during which the problem largely cured itself.
UofU Patient
August 10, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Gurgel is honestly amazing as a provider. He called me on a Sunday regarding my CT scan results and we were able to make up a game plan and even though I am hesitant about this upcoming surgery he has been wonderful in making me calm and is doing everything he can to make me feel better after a LONG road of trying to figure out what has been causing my ear to not heal. I'd highly recommend him to anyone!
UofU Patient
July 13, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Gurgel is really good at what he does. He is doing all he can to help me not only with my ear issues but also my lymph nodes that continue to be swollen and inflamed.
UofU Patient
July 10, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Gurgel is exceptional in his ability to communicate with compassion and clarity.
UofU Patient
June 08, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr Gurgel is literally amazing. He takes as much time with you as needed and is very concerned about his patient's and their well being. I have had a continuous ear infx and it hasn't resolved for over two years, and have had some issues going on with my neck and he continues to work with me until he can find a solution for me. I am grateful to have such a caring wonderful doctor and am grateful for Kris and Xochi as well.
UofU Patient
June 05, 2020
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i have only good things to say about doctor gurgle
UofU Patient
May 24, 2020
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it was satisfactory they where very nice people
UofU Patient
May 24, 2020
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easy to understand
UofU Patient
April 13, 2020
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Good as to be expected.
UofU Patient
March 31, 2020
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Amazing doctors.
UofU Patient
March 27, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
I wish there was more options and more to do than to go back to a previous method..a little irritated. Frustrated that I wasnt able to get more info on different options.
UofU Patient
December 28, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
excellent
UofU Patient
December 26, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Gurgel is amazing and is so good with me. I am really struggling trying to get this ear fixed and healed and I am so frustrated trying to get this healed up and Dr. Gurgel really cares for me as his patient. He is trying and doing everything he can to help get me healed and I am ready to give up, but he is willing to continue to work with me until we get this healed.
UofU Patient
December 16, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Care provider provided very helpful feedback about potential additional treatment methods as well as the treatment in the scheduled appointment.
UofU Patient
December 08, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
I feel so very grateful to have Dr Gurgel working with me!! I feel he truly cares for me as his patient and he is truly going way above and beyond to try and get me better!!
UofU Patient
November 29, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
love dr gurgle
UofU Patient
November 23, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr Gurgel is amazing and he really care about me as his patient and is doing everything he can to help get my ear feeling better! I?m truly very thankful fir him and Kris and Xochi and Dennis!
UofU Patient
November 22, 2019
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they told me everything in great detail
UofU Patient
November 17, 2019
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Dr. Gurgel is the absolute best!!
UofU Patient
November 08, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
I was very pleased with the care I received
UofU Patient
October 30, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr Gurgel and the other fellow who assisted him were very professional, patient and thorough. they were the first to "know" what was wrong with my right ear. having spent two years and three ENT's I can't tell you what a relief it was.
UofU Patient
October 13, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr Gurgel is a wonderful doctor! He went above and beyond showing care and concern for my health and wellness and is investigating possible causes and solutions to my situation. I wish all doctors were as excellent as he is. Thank you Dr Gurgel!
UofU Patient
October 07, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Gurgell explains things very well I would say from speaking to some of his patients and my experience I would put my life in his hands
UofU Patient
October 07, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
good
UofU Patient
October 06, 2019
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Dr. Gurgel is a very caring doctor. He listens and is very helpful, offering his professional advice
UofU Patient
October 06, 2019
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Dr Gurgel gave me a very thorough explanation of my condition and my options.
UofU Patient
October 04, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
he explained things and answered questions very well
UofU Patient
September 29, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Richard Gurgel has the best "bedside manner" that I have ever experienced or witnessed (and I am RN who has witnessed many doctor-patient interactions).
UofU Patient
September 05, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Gurgel has taken care of me and my ear situation is ongoing and has been now for over five and a half years. He knows the struggles I am dealing with and is willing to do whatever he can to try and fix this situation I am in. He definitely cares for his patients.
UofU Patient
August 24, 2019
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they were so helpful and gave me what I wanted. I couldn't ask for anything or anyone better
UofU Patient
August 23, 2019
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if I could rate this area of questions higher, I would!
UofU Patient
August 21, 2019
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Dr. Gurgel is amazing and I am truly grateful for such an amazing physician. He really goes out of his way for me and realizes the struggles I have had trying to get this left ear of mine to heal and its been two years and he is still doing all he can to try and fix my ear.
UofU Patient
August 16, 2019
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good
UofU Patient
July 14, 2019
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Doctor was very knowledgeable and a good listener.
UofU Patient
June 29, 2019
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I had hoped the Dr would have reviewed the audiology test results with me.
UofU Patient
June 20, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
I can't say enough good things about Dr. Gurgel. He truly is an amazing doctor who goes way out of his way for his patients!!
UofU Patient
May 17, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
I don't think this space is big enough for all of the good and care that Dr. Gurgel has shown to me. I really feel like this man deserves the highest praises, as well as Dr. Brandon Cardon (Resident). He is doing EVERYTHING he knows in his power to try and get my left ear to heal and apparently I am a lot more complex case than he bargained for when his friend down in Provo referred me up to him two years ago. I am definitely having some struggles with my ear, and I feel like I have literally worn out my welcome in that office and feel bad since Dr. Gurgel is striving so hard to take care of my health care problems and my ear. He is reaching out for other sources to do all he can to get me back to "normal routines" and life in general and I am just putting my faith and trust in him because he has told me that "He wasn't going to give up on me until we know exactly how to treat this chronic mastoiditis and chronic ear infections that I am getting." I truly feel very fortunate to be in the care of Dr. Gurgel.
UofU Patient
May 02, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Gurgel is honestly someone I am so thankful for as well as his resident Dr. Brandon Cardon. I have had a REALLY rough couple of months, actually since March 6th when I was admitted to the U for spinal and brain issues that resulted from my left ear issues and both of tem have been amazing. Dr. Gurgel is constantly trying and making adjustments for me out of his busy schedule to find ways to help get this left ear chronic mastoiditis fixed and I am truly grateful for him and working so hard to get to the bottom of this. I honestly feel like I have worn out my welcome up there because I have felt like such a needy patient of his, but never once has Dr. Gurgel made me feel like I am not important and to me as a patient makes all of the difference in the world.
UofU Patient
February 13, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Loved my experience
UofU Patient
January 26, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Gurgel was awesome! He was very knowledgeable and genuinely caring and helpful.
UofU Patient
January 17, 2019
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Dr Gurgel is outstanding.
UofU Patient
January 15, 2019
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Dr. Gurgel has always been courteous and kind. He is soft spoken and really seems to care about your case.
UofU Patient
January 03, 2019
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I honestly can't say enough good things about Dr. Gurgel and Kris and Xochi. All three of them take great care of me and I am grateful that they are always available for me even when Dr. Gurgel is out of town. One day I will have my whole ear healed without any drainage!
UofU Patient
December 20, 2018
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
I really am very grateful for Dr. Gurgel and his MA's Xochi and Kris. I am having a tough time healing from this last surgery I had and have had quite a few complications with ear infections and a lot of drainage. Dr. Gurgel Has NOT once given up on me and I always seem to have the infections or have problems when he is gone out of town and then I feel horrible for even contacting him!! I am very grateful that he is still willing to work with me even though I am such a "hard Kase". Kris and Xochi also look out for the best interest of patients as well and I am grateful they are so willing to work with me.
UofU Patient
December 15, 2018
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
This ENT doctor has all my confidence in him.
UofU Patient
December 03, 2018
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Dr. Gurgel is SO good with me. He is very knowledgeable and takes the best care of his patients including myself. Here we are a year and a half later and he is still trying to fix my ear. He hasn't given up on me and he told he wasn't going to until I am 100 percent healed.
UofU Patient
November 22, 2018
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Gurgel and Kris RN have been exceptional as has the staff . Having spent 55 years of my life in health care all are exemplary of what hopes health care provider would be
UofU Patient
October 30, 2018
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Dr. Gurgel has been a life saver for me and my ongoing ear issue. He has done surgery now on it three times and my body is having a hard time healing and I have had this ear problem now for over four years. I trust Dr. Gurgel and know what he is doing is for my best interest. He is very good about answering my questions and is always so nice about getting back to me. I have some other underlying health issues as well, but Dr. Gurgel is very patient with me and wants me to get better. I'd recommend him to anyone!!!
UofU Patient
October 28, 2018
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Gurgel is an amazing clinician. I hold him directly responsible for the improvement in my hearing. He treated me and my husband with care and concern. He was determined to do anything he could to help me and I felt that he was sincere in all of his efforts. In no way did he go through the motions, he did the work and put in the effort. I believe in him 100% and trust him with my care with out reservation. His team was also excellent; everyone from the front line staff, to the MA's, to the nurse, residents, and medical students was present and caring.
UofU Patient
October 27, 2018
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Outstanding staff
UofU Patient
October 22, 2018
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Dr. Gurgel is awesome!!!! Last week I had a big issues with my ear that never seems to go away and I couldn't hear out of it so Gurgel was in surgery that whole day and was so good to fit me right in last Tuesday before he went on vacation. I couldn't hear out of my ear and we did an audiogram and then he saw that my ear was draining a lot more than normal. I am grateful that he was able to fit me in that day and he is always willing to see me when I need to get in, and is always very concerned for me and my well fare.
UofU Patient
October 15, 2018
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
I ALWAYS feel like Dr. Gurgel really cares about me as his patient!! He had been seeing me now of a year and a half and my ear is still SLOWLY healing. I am grateful for how caring he and Kris are with me and when I have a problem they both are there to problem solve for their patients. I am grateful that I haven't worn out my welcome up at Dr. Gurgels office since I have been seeing him for so long with my ear problems.
UofU Patient
October 14, 2018
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Wish I could have seen Dr. Garge and his team from the beginning. He was kind, patient, professional and had a sense of humor.
UofU Patient
October 13, 2018
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good
UofU Patient
October 05, 2018
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Dr. Gurgel was excellent--explained my medical issue thoroughly, listened to my concerns, answered all my questions. He explained what he was doing every step of the way during the tube-insertion procedure. Dr. Newberry was also very good--explained things well, answered all my questions during a follow-up phone call.
UofU Patient
October 04, 2018
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Very impressed with Dr. Gurgel.
UofU Patient
October 01, 2018
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Dr. G said everything was fine but his hearing and balance are worse. Not sure what to do to help, he did suggest we check out the hearing specialist in Richfield and could be fit with a different aid.
UofU Patient
September 20, 2018
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Dr Gurgel took time with me, was thorough in his explanation of my situation, the surgery required, and answering my questions.
UofU Patient
September 18, 2018
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Dr. Gurgel is amazing!! He is so good with my ongoing ear issue and I feel like it will never heal, but he is THE BEST and is keeping me as comfortable as we he can this ear of mine is trying to heal. Being diabetic is hindering alot of things and he is so patient with me and is reassuring me that he is going to fix it!! That says alot of about a doctor who definitely cares for his patients!!
UofU Patient
September 04, 2018
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Gurgel is the best doctor I have ever worked with.
UofU Patient
August 27, 2018
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Oh, my, I can't tell you how wonderful our experience was. Dr Gurgel never once made us feel rushed. He answered our question w/ kindness, thoughtfulness, and caring. He fully described the procedure he would be doing the next day, instructed us on follow-up. His mannerisms gave us every confidence in him and relieved any anxiety we might have had.
UofU Patient
August 23, 2018
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Dr. spent his time explaining the potential problems for my current situation. Explained pharmaceuticals that were available and likely to help.
UofU Patient
August 16, 2018
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I could tell he was in a hurry and there were a couple minor questions I had that I didn't feel like I had time to ask.
UofU Patient
August 15, 2018
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Difficulty on receiving a requested phone call from provider to discuss new finding on my ear. Although, understand the busy schedule sustained.
UofU Patient
August 13, 2018
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Where do I even start to praise Dr. Gurgel!! We are a year and half almost into my never ending healing saga with my ear and and Dr. Gurgel, is always concerned for me. This last visit I have had severe facial swelling on my left side and my blood sugars have been high and I have another infx in my ear and he is constantly worrying about me as his patient. I told him he couldn't go out of town because every time he goes out of town I always end up bothering him, but he doesn't seem to mind and I know I am in good hands with him. He continues to search for ways to fix my ear and knows the struggles I am dealing with daily on my ear. I am truly grateful for him and all of the staff there in helping in my care.
UofU Patient
August 13, 2018
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS
Dr. Gurgel and his resident and nurse went above and beyond in describing my condition and the corrective procedure.
UofU Patient
June 18, 2018
Kate was very thorough and helpful in explaining how a cochlear implant works and what is involved in the surgery. Careful to answer questions. Brooke did a great job of scheduling all the needed appointments. Dr. Gurgel was kind and straightforward.
UofU Patient
June 05, 2018
I referred my nephew to see Dr. Gurgel and he was able to get an appointment with him on the 2nd of July. Dr. Gurgel was excited to take care of my nephew and he is still working on getting my ear to be a good healthy ear again. I have complete confidence and care in him.
UofU Patient
May 25, 2018
Dr Gurgel has never given up on me as a hard patient!! I have been an extremely hard case trying to get my ear healed after three surgeries he's done on me!! he's honest caring and really takes care of his patients!! I can't say enough good things about him!!!
UofU Patient
May 08, 2018
Real good experiences
UofU Patient
April 28, 2018
good
UofU Patient
April 22, 2018
Not instructed if wound care would be necessary - which it was.
UofU Patient
April 17, 2018
Dr. Gurgel is amazing and he really cares for me as his patient!! I am still having a hard time healing from surgery and my body is not taking to healing very well, but he is persistent and is always telling me he is determined to make sure I am healed from my never ending ear problem. Grateful for a doctor who will listen to me and not give up on me!!
UofU Patient
April 09, 2018
Dr. Gurgel is always available when I have had a question and need help no matter what time of the day it is, I can always get in touch with him and know that a nurse will get back with him with his response. Dr. Gurgel cares about me not only as his patient, but also for my own well being and I have been dealing with my ear issues now for several years and he is always trying to find new ways of helping my situation. He is amazing!!
UofU Patient
March 09, 2018
DR GURGEL IS AMAZING!! I HAVE BEEN BATTLING THIS LEFT EAR PROBLEM NOW FOR OVER FOUR YEARS AND HE HAS TAKEN ME ON AS HIS PATIENT SINCE MAY AND I AM STILL HEALING SLOWER THAN MOST, BUT HE CONTINUES TO STRIVE TO DO EVERYTHING HE CAN TO HELP ME AND WORKS WELL WITH ME AND MY OUT OF NETWORK INSURANCE. I SURE AM GRATEFUL MORE THAN I CAN EVER EXPRESS FOR ALL OF HIS TIME, PATIENCE, AND EXPERTISE!!!
UofU Patient
February 14, 2018
Dr. Gurgel always spends as much time as I need with him!! He cares about my health in general and really cares about my situation he is working on with me and my ear. He truly is incredible and I am grateful he took me on as one of his patients even though I am taking alot longer to heal than most of his regular patients!!
UofU Patient
January 24, 2018
Doctor Gurgel and his staff were wonderful. The doctor listened and answered all of my questions.
UofU Patient
January 08, 2018
Dr Gurgel has the sweetest personality and is so compassionate in his care
UofU Patient
January 04, 2018
Dr. Gurgel is one and a million!!!! He is so caring and no matter how complicated your issue or health concern is, he goes out of his way to ensure that he WILL find the answer for you!! I don't think he knew exactly what he was getting into when he took me on as a patient, but I am sure grateful for all of the time he spends with me and reaches out to me in my time of need!!
UofU Patient
December 26, 2017
Dr. Gurgel takes as much time as I need to with him. I am as he put it, "one of his harder cases" and my body doesn't like to heal very well so it has taken him a lot longer to take care of me, but he is always so available when I need to get in and always goes WAY OUT OF HIS WAY AND ABOVE AND BEYOND to make sure I am taken care of. This girl is a high maintenance patient, but he is always striving to find other ways on how to treat my on going ear condition.
UofU Patient
December 19, 2017
Where do I start with this one?? Dr. Gurgel is so awesome with me!! I have been dealing with my ear issue now for over four years and my body seems to be rejecting my healing process and Dr. Gurgel has been so patient and supportive of my ear issue. He is always looking for ways to help my ear heal faster and if he doesn't have the answers for me, he will go above and beyond to try and find the answer. Little did he know how big of A CASE ____ I was going to be for him. He is always so pleasant with me and I feel so dumb sometimes going to see him because I am not healing and he is right there to reassure me that I am doing everything that I can possibly do. HE IS THE BEST AND ALWAYS TAKES GOOD CARE OF ME!!!
UofU Patient
December 08, 2017
Dr Gurgel is awesome!!
UofU Patient
December 07, 2017
Dr. Gurgel is the only physician out of 4 others who has helped me.
UofU Patient
November 23, 2017
Very good all around!!
UofU Patient
November 21, 2017
Dr Grugel and staff were very professional and knowledgeable.
UofU Patient
October 28, 2017
My best experience yet with medical intervention
UofU Patient
October 19, 2017
I will highly recommend Dr. Gurgel!!
UofU Patient
October 15, 2017
He was very courteous and well informed.
UofU Patient
September 24, 2017
Dr. Gurgel did not give me or document in the visit plan all the instructions necessary for follow up care. I found out after the fact when I emailed his nurse that I need to have my ear checked yearly for the retraction pocket. He did not say this nor elaborate on this finding. I'm grateful to the nurse Kris for replying to my email promptly in which she mentioned this aftercare otherwise I wouldn't have known.
UofU Patient
August 29, 2017
I'm very happy with the way my procedure went!! Very happy with the result. Doctor was wonderful!!
UofU Patient
August 26, 2017
blood pressure was high and assistant said they would check after the Dr. came but they did not recheck.
UofU Patient
August 26, 2017
Dr. Gurgel was kind, respectful, and very good at explaining the procedure explaining the procedure and my options procedure and my options.
UofU Patient
August 25, 2017
Dr. Gurgel is an excellent physician. He is very kind, understanding and helpful.
UofU Patient
August 24, 2017
I received excellent care from Dr. Grugel and staff. he listened extensively to my past history and was able to pinpoint my health problem.
UofU Patient
August 24, 2017
Good
UofU Patient
August 03, 2017
i was very impress with everyone
UofU Patient
July 11, 2017
I enjoyed my whole experience with Dr Gurgel!, he took excellent care of me, I trust him, and always very comfortable, with him
UofU Patient
July 02, 2017
I ended up waiting for over an hour. The Dr. spent about 5 minutes with me. When I informed him that I had moved to Moab, he stated that he would suggest hearing aids and it would be best to go to someone closer to home, any other quetions? He did not suggest using anyone within the U of U system of give me any information on possible hearing aid options. I go back to Salt Lake frequently and had planned on keeping my primary Physician, in Park City and my specialists. I think it is safe to say that I will not be going back to Dr. Gurgel. I felt that he just hurried me along so he could get caught up on his schedule. The good news is he did clear some wax out of my ears. I have been going to various Dr.'s throughout the U of U and have always been very impressed. I am very disappointed in this visit.
UofU Patient
May 02, 2017
I was very please at how engaged Dr Gurgel was as we talked about my history and current concerns.
UofU Patient
April 09, 2017
The Dr. was friendly, yet very professional and informative about the probable diagnosis. Excellent experience!
UofU Patient
March 30, 2017
They are did a great Job
UofU Patient
March 24, 2017
Dr Gurgel took excellent care of me. He is a great doctor
UofU Patient
March 23, 2017
I have been to 3 doctors previous to this caregiver. He has given me hope for full recovery.
UofU Patient
March 01, 2017
Dr Gurgel is an exceptional practitioner, empathetic, kind, courteous and very approachable in my opinion
UofU Patient
February 26, 2017
Dr. Gurgel and his staff are amazing. I live 3 hours away and they are so kind to fit me in due to an emergency or just to give me a mid morning appt. due to our drive time. I can't explain in words how wonderful this Dr. and staff are. I trust no other Dr. at all with my ear issue. It took 20 years for a Dr to figure out my problem and I'll continue with Dr Gurgel from here on out. He is kind, and sympathetic to my issues at all times.
UofU Patient
February 12, 2017
Love Dr. Gurgel's calm professional demeanor d and his nurse Chris makes sure I understand directions and even makes suggestions of thinks I might need to ask.
UofU Patient
February 11, 2017
His expertise surpassed any previous ENT consulted on this issue. He was extremely patient with our numerous questions. Impressive clinician!
UofU Patient
January 30, 2017
Dr. Grugel instills confidence and trust.
UofU Patient
January 29, 2017
VERY VERY NICE
UofU Patient
January 29, 2017
I asked to be examined by this specific doctor based on patient responses on the U Hospital Web site. He was as thorough as I expected him to be.
UofU Patient
December 23, 2016
already have recommended this office to others
UofU Patient
December 22, 2016
Dr. Gurgel's skills as a surgeon changed my life. He waskind and professional for every appointment and during both surgeries. I cannotsay enough good things about him!
UofU Patient
December 13, 2016
Fantastic Doctor
UofU Patient
December 09, 2016
I think I could not expect better treatment - Dr Gurgel was very thorough - he gave me news I did not expect or want to hear, even though I had an inkling that there might be a problem; he answered all my questions and follow-up emails. I feel I am in good hands
UofU Patient
November 26, 2016
I like Dr. Gurgel a lot. I wish he had a solution for my condition. He does not. He knows this makes me very sad.
UofU Patient
November 15, 2016
i like the matter of fact, non sugar coated explanation that gave me a clear understanding of expectations for all stages of the procedure
UofU Patient
November 13, 2016
EXCELLENT
UofU Patient
November 03, 2016
excellent bed side manner. Dr. Grugel was excellent at answering all our questions and concerns without making us feel like we were taking up too much time.
UofU Patient
October 11, 2016
Very nice, very helpful
UofU Patient
September 01, 2016
Everyone is always wonderful, but I do have some questions about moving from where I live, my constant dizziness (which I think is better with the tube in) and if I might lose hearing in my right ear as well. We were late, and there just wasn't time. I'll write an e-mail soon.
UofU Patient
August 24, 2016
I appreciated the reference to the next step in the treatment. I wish it didn't take so long (possibly 3 months)
UofU Patient
August 21, 2016
Excellence all the way around.
UofU Patient
August 09, 2016
Wonderful Doctor
UofU Patient
August 09, 2016
Overall good experience for me.
UofU Patient
August 05, 2016
Dr. Gurgel is an excellent Doctor. my husband and were very impressed with him from the first visit. We would/will recommend him to anyone we know.
UofU Patient
August 05, 2016
he was very good
UofU Patient
August 04, 2016
I have/would recommend the doctor others.
UofU Patient
July 30, 2016
Excellent Doctor
UofU Patient
June 27, 2016
I already recommended Dr Gurgel to my bishop who is frustrated with his hearing
UofU Patient
May 19, 2016
I'm very pleased and happy with my whole experience
UofU Patient
May 06, 2016
Dr Gurgel is great! He is very personable and takes whatever time you need to understand what's happening and what needs to be done. He smiles and is kind and caring. I didn't mind waiting awhile because I knew he would take time with me. He doesn't act rushed. I think he's an amazing doctor. And he fixed my hearing!
UofU Patient
April 21, 2016
Dr. was very efficient in addressing results of recent CAT scan. Answered all my questions. Nurse was in exam room typing notes into computer. Dr. appeared extremely competent and friendly. I asked for and received copy of audiology study. It appeared very important to dr. that all my questions were answered.
UofU Patient
March 25, 2016
Dr Gurgel was very kind and informative. He was running behind but didn't act rushed when he came in to talk to us. He was very pleasant and explained the procedure so we could understand.
UofU Patient
February 28, 2016
fair
UofU Patient
February 14, 2016
Skilled in explaining the situation and using the scan to enhance his explanation.
UofU Patient
February 01, 2016
I appreciated the time Dr Gurbel spent with me and he listened.
UofU Patient
January 31, 2016
Dr. Gurgel was extremely knowledgeable, personable, thorough, and professional. I would recommend him to anyone. He took me seriously, was a great listener, and seemed to genuinely care about my condition and despite being very booked, took time to explain everything. He obviously knew what he was doing, and took clear steps to troubleshoot my issue. I left feeling very positive and optimistic about a condition that has plagued me for a years.
UofU Patient
January 18, 2016
Very positive outcome from the surgery that I had on 30 December. Dr. Gurgel listened and acted on my concerns after surgery during this appointment.
UofU Patient
January 17, 2016
Very calm, sincere, caring but open and direct with issues.
UofU Patient
January 07, 2016
Dr. Gurgel was so willing to share his wealth of knowledge with us! He was concerned for our son's health and was gentle and friendly towards him. He was there to calm our worries and answer all questions!
UofU Patient
December 15, 2015
Like I answered, it was very professional and clear cut explanation about my problems and its curing treatment.
UofU Patient
December 11, 2015
The Dr is very friendly and soft spoken, but explains everything in a way that is easy to understand and puts my mind at ease. I have already referred my sister who already had a successful surgery. I have always had a good experience at the U of U hospital.
UofU Patient
November 19, 2015
Dr. Gurgel always is caring, professional and exceptional competent.
UofU Patient
November 15, 2015
Both Dr. Gurgel and the resident were very knowledgeable and took time to ensure I understood everything.
UofU Patient
November 13, 2015
I hopeing this Doctor help me with my medical problems.
UofU Patient
November 04, 2015
The doctor was very kind, and helped me in many ways. Overall I left not really knowing what my future will hold. I do not know if that is because my condition is still not fully known, or if the doctor is yet to tell me everything.
UofU Patient
October 23, 2015
Maybe it's just the frustration of trying to figure out what is causing my symptoms, but I was a little upset that after months waiting to get an appointment, the diagnosis was 'it's probably referred jaw pain' and to be referred to see yet another specialist. Again, I trust the doctor and maybe that's exactly what it is, but I'm tired of doctors sending me to more doctors rather than actually helping figure out what is going on. I should probably be frustrated with the previous doctor who sent me to an ENT specialist rather than an allergist or the optometrist who said it's probably allergies rather than doing any sort of exam or testing.
UofU Patient
October 22, 2015
Dr. Gurgel was very friendly and spent time answering all our questions. He did not seem rushed and was very professional.
UofU Patient
September 27, 2015
Dr. Gurgel has been thoughtful, concerned and concise throughout my experiences with him.
UofU Patient
September 24, 2015
I was very surprised and pleased that, even though my concerns were over an uncommon implanted hearing device, Dr. Gurgel was extremely knowledgeable and prepared to discuss my case!!
UofU Patient
September 24, 2015
Care provided was adequate and appropriate.
UofU Patient
September 11, 2015
The doctor took as much time as I wanted to explain my problem and gave me detailed options I have for treatment. He was very honest with me when answering questions.
UofU Patient
September 06, 2015
I went to ER with complications from a hard to diagnose problem that was overlooked at first, Dr. Gurgel was willing to look again (even though he had ruled out my real problem at the first), The problem was found. I appreciate that and regard him highly for that.
UofU Patient
September 01, 2015
The prepared brochure on my condition was very effective because I work better with visual information. It was available in a rack on the wall of the room. The doctor used it.
UofU Patient
August 30, 2015
We really liked the doctor and he was very caring and explained everything so well and we were so happy we were able to see him. We liked him a lot.
UofU Patient
August 29, 2015
I am very impressed with Dr. Gurgel. I wish he could be our doctor for all specialties. Seriously!
UofU Patient
August 16, 2015
I have already referred friends to Dr. Gurgel.
UofU Patient
August 08, 2015
The doctor was very helpful in showing that he cared about the situation and made sure I was understanding and hearing everything he was telling me about my medical issue.
UofU Patient
August 06, 2015
Doctor showed concern and was very caring.
UofU Patient
August 03, 2015
explained everything and ensured I was informed and knew what to do if anything changed
UofU Patient
July 15, 2015
Dr Gurgel is fantastic. Very compassionate of condition and explained things very well. extremely happy with care provided by physician.
UofU Patient
July 13, 2015
I had seen Dr. Gurgel at another clinic previously. This was a final consult prior to my surgery. I appreciated his positive attitude and knowledge of how to give me the appropriate treatment for my sudden hearing loss.
UofU Patient
July 09, 2015
I have never met a Dr. and staff that I was more comfortable with from the surgery to my appointments than Dr. Gurgel and his staff.
UofU Patient
June 21, 2015
Doctor went out of his way to treat me when I needed urgent care (another location). At the ENT clinic all staff were professional but pleasant to deal with. I noticed that the doctor treated his staff with real courtesy as well as his patients.
UofU Patient
June 18, 2015
Great Doctor
UofU Patient
June 18, 2015
Everything was good!
UofU Patient
May 27, 2015
Dr. Gurgel, and his staff have consistently been informative, kind, and pleasant in all of my visits. Exceptionally so in contrast to other experiences at other facilities.
UofU Patient
May 19, 2015
Pleased with experience. Can't wait to get the surgery done.
UofU Patient
April 26, 2015
Great Doctor and Nurse
UofU Patient
April 15, 2015
Dr. Gurgel is an excellent doctor, he explained me all options thoroughly.
UofU Patient
March 25, 2015
Dr. Gurgel found the correct diagnosis for my problem and I'm very thankful. I was able to stop using a drug that was making me tired most of the time.
UofU Patient
March 20, 2015
Best care available to me!
UofU Patient
March 06, 2015
Dr. Gurgel has been excellent in finding my SCD. Surgery far exceeded my expectations. He is kind and very knowledgeable
UofU Patient
February 21, 2015
Very kind and efficient provider and staff.
UofU Patient
February 15, 2015
Dr. Gergel made an excellent impression.
UofU Patient
February 03, 2015
Dr. Gurgel had looked over my records and CT prior to my apppintment and came in with diagnosis and recommended surgery to relieve symptoms of the inner ear condition that other doctors have been unable to identify for over a year. He was very kind and thorough in his explanation.
UofU Patient
January 18, 2015
dr Guergell is amazing both in knowledge and attitude highest regard for this Dr
UofU Patient
January 18, 2015
you are the best
UofU Patient
January 09, 2015
The doctor was familiar with my records and explained them to me and gave me advice. He was very informative and honest. I would highly recommend him.
UofU Patient
January 09, 2015
Both the resident and the doctor provided answers to my questions and information related to my concerns in a helpful, open and professional manner.
UofU Patient
January 07, 2015
Dr. Gurgel has a very calming effect when explaining conditions, treatments, etc. I was very anxious going in and felt hopeful when the appt finished.
UofU Patient
December 04, 2014
Met with 2 Dr's again it was mostly the wait that was difficult.
UofU Patient
November 17, 2014
The doctor listened to the details notes the intern gave him after our interview, and provided me with possibilities and explained them.
UofU Patient
October 28, 2014
Such an amazing doctor! Very kind, Very knowledgeable, very genuine! It's so nice to finally have a doctor who truly cares about your wellbeing!
UofU Patient
October 26, 2014
Very Good Experience
UofU Patient
October 23, 2014
THIS was the best exam I have had . Got right to the cause of my problem.
UofU Patient
October 02, 2014
Being a first time patient and having to wait to get into see Dr Gurgel, He is well worth the wait!
UofU Patient
October 02, 2014
Excellent; They also listened to what my wife had to say or suggest.
UofU Patient
September 18, 2014
Good
UofU Patient
September 18, 2014
dr gurgel is an excellent ent I would highly recommend him to anyone I know.
UofU Patient
August 30, 2014
I will be back next year for a follow up. Very happy with everything
UofU Patient
August 26, 2014
I scheduled surgery earliest date available 2 months out I am not sure if I need to see him again prior to surgery but will ask thru my chart
UofU Patient
August 17, 2014
Made me few very comfortable and my questions were important.
UofU Patient
August 07, 2014
On 7) I answered V Good. Actually, the doctor actually dumbed things down way too much. I would prefer Dr. Gurgel assume I know a lot and am fluent in med terminology. He could simplify down if necessary. It wastes precious visit time when the level is too low.
UofU Patient
July 26, 2014
LOVE Dr. Gurgel!!!!!!
UofU Patient
July 24, 2014
Completely impressed with the doctor and staff. Will trust nobody other than Dr. Gurgel for treatment of my acoustic neuroma.
UofU Patient
July 24, 2014
We were seen on Monday and I already recommended Dr. Gurgel to two patients!
UofU Patient
July 17, 2014
This is the first time I met with Dr. Gurgel.
UofU Patient
July 15, 2014
Just waiting for results of a CT scan I had on July 10th.
UofU Patient
May 28, 2014
Doctor Katz was excellent as well as the pa
UofU Patient
May 22, 2014
overall a great experience. would recommend. very appreciative of listening to me and my concerns.
UofU Patient
May 18, 2014
He told me that there are wax ear plugs that would allow me to swim after having an ear tube, but the pharmacy told me that they no longer make those and there is not product that he knew of to allow me to swim with an ear tube in place. This is false information and has a lot of bearing on my decision to have the ear tube.
UofU Patient
April 21, 2014
I was very pleased with the knowledge and experience of the doctor, the resident, and the nurses. They were good at explaining my condition and answering my questions and concerns I had. I felt good about the decisions that were made.
UofU Patient
April 17, 2014
Dr. Gurgel was great. Very professional, very knowledgeable. I trust his insight and appreciate his concern for my son.
UofU Patient
April 14, 2014
Very reassuring, good listener and good at explaning needed follow-up
UofU Patient
April 03, 2014
The best care and knowledge of my condition I have found.
UofU Patient
February 13, 2014
I have been searching southern Idaho for help with this problem for over two years. I found it at University of Utah. I am very grateful.
UofU Patient
December 07, 2013
I felt the doctor was condescending about my problem. I have managed it for years. The visit was a compler waste of my time and his
UofU Patient
December 05, 2013
I had some imortant remaining questions arising from the discussion with Dr Gurgel. Because of mental fogginess from my condition at the time I wasn't able to bring them to mind in the visit. A couple of prompting questions might have helped me leave with more of my questions answered.
UofU Patient
November 27, 2013
I was extremely impressed and felt very confident about recommendations for treatment
UofU Patient
October 17, 2013
Some questions not answered
UofU Patient
October 02, 2013
Our entire experience was above and beyond expectations.
UofU Patient
September 23, 2013
Explanations were thorough and very helpful.
UofU Patient
September 02, 2013
Great experience!!!
UofU Patient
September 02, 2013
Dr. Gurgel went out of his way to accommodate my needs. He was patient with my questions and took the time to answer them and made sure I understood his answers.
UofU Patient
August 10, 2013
I was especially impressed by Dr. Gurgle's friendliness and thoroughness in explaining details concerning the cochlear implant; the doctor even changed his schedule to accommodate me. The doctor is undoubtedly the most friendly caretaker I have ever visited. The physician's assistant and nurse practitioner were very friendly and professional in their work.
UofU Patient
August 09, 2013
Once the "wait" was over the rest of the appointment went very well.
UofU Patient
September 17, 2012
The health care provider (Dr. Gurgel) is BRILLIANT! I would highly recommend him.
Dr. Richard Gurgel graduated magna cum laude from the University of Utah with an Honors B.A. in Biology. He then continued his training by attending medical school at the University of Utah. There he was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society as a junior.
Dr. Gurgel did his residency in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. In 2005, ranked as the #2 Otolaryngology program in America according to U.S. News and World Report Best Hospitals and continues to be one of the top five programs in the country.
He went on to do his fellowship in Neurotology – Skull Base Surgery at Stanford University. There he was a member of Stanford Society of Physician Scholars and elected fellow teacher of the year for two consecutive years.
Dr. Gurgel’s clinical interests include the full spectrum of neurotology, specifically in the care of patients with acoustic neuromas, glomus tumors, and other skull base lesions. He also has an interest in the surgical restoration of both conductive and sensorineural hearing loss and auditory prosthesis such as cochlear implants. His research focuses on innovations in hearing restoration and medical education.
Dr. Gurgel has lived in Germany, Israel, and the Philippines. He is fluent in Cebuano and Waray-Waray (both Filipino dialects). Outside of the hospital, his time is mainly spent with his wife on all activities pursuant to raising five young daughters.
Academic Locations
University Hospital
801-585-1626
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Surgery
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Associate Professor Communication Sciences and Disorders - Adjunct Assistant Professor Neurosurgery - Adjunct Associate Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery |
| Board Certification | American Board of Otolaryngology (Sub: Neurotology) |
Education History
| Graduate Training | University of Utah Master of Science in Clinical Investigation M.S.C.I |
| Fellowship | Stanford University Hospital and Clinics Neurotology – Skull base surgery Fellow |
| Residency | University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Resident |
| Professional Medical | University of Utah School of Medicine Medicine M.D. |
| Undergraduate | University of Utah Biology, major; Chemistry minor, [(magna cum laude)] B.A. |
| Other Training | Brigham Young University Center for Near Eastern Studies |
Selected Publications - Journal Articles
Journal Article
- Newberry I, Highland J, DeTorres A, Gurgel R (2021). Transmastoid Hydroxyapatite Resurfacing for Sigmoid Sinus Wall Anomalies Causing Pulsatile Tinnitus. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol, 3489420987407.
- Casazza G, Carlson ML, Shelton C, Gurgel RK (2020). The Medially-Invasive Cholesteatoma: An Aggressive Subtype of a Common Pathology. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol, 130(1), 38-46.
- Aylward A, Auduong P, Anderson JS, Zielinski BA, Wang AY, Weng C, Foster NL, Gurgel RK (2020). Changes in the Auditory Association Cortex in Dementing Illnesses. Otol Neurotol, 41(10), 1327-1333.
- Casazza GC, McIntyre MK, Gurgel RK, McCrary HC, Shelton C, Couldwell WT, Bowers CA (2020). Increasing Frailty, Not Increasing Age, Results in Increased Length of Stay Following Vestibular Schwannoma Surgery. Otol Neurotol, 41(10), e1243-e1249.
- Carlson ML, Larson DP, OBrien EK, Lohse CM, Kircher ML, Gurgel RK, Hunter JB, Micco AG, Nogan SJ, OConnell BP, Rangarajan SV, Rivas A, Sweeney AD, Wanna GB, Weisskopf PA, Choby G (2020). Prevalence of and Associations With Distress and Professional Burnout Among Otolaryngologists: Part II, Attending Physicians. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 194599820959279.
- Larson DP, Carlson ML, Lohse CM, OBrien EK, Kircher ML, Gurgel RK, Hunter JB, Micco AG, Nogan SJ, OConnell BP, Rangarajan SV, Rivas A, Sweeney AD, Wanna GB, Weisskopf PA, Choby G (2020). Prevalence of and Associations With Distress and Professional Burnout Among Otolaryngologists: Part I, Trainees. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 194599820959273.
- Buchman CA, Gifford RH, Haynes DS, Lenarz T, ODonoghue G, Adunka O, Biever A, Briggs RJ, Carlson ML, Dai P, Driscoll CL, Francis HW, Gantz BJ, Gurgel RK, Hansen MR, Holcomb M, Karltorp E, Kirtane M, Larky J, Mylanus EAM, Roland JT Jr, Saeed SR, Skarzynski H, Skarzynski PH, Syms M, Teagle H, Van de Heyning PH, Vincent C, Wu H, Yamasoba T, Zwolan T (2020). Unilateral Cochlear Implants for Severe, Profound, or Moderate Sloping to Profound Bilateral Sensorineural Hearing Loss: A Systematic Review and Consensus Statements. (Epub ahead of print) JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg.
- Aylward A, Naidu SR, Mellum C, King JB, Jones KG, Anderson JS, Foster NL, Gurgel RK (2020). Left Ear Hearing Predicts Functional Activity in the Brains of Patients with Alzheimer's Disease Dementia. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol, 3489420952467.
- Gurgel RK, Cardon BR, Allen CM, Presson AP, Kelly BC, Hopf HW, Choi SS, Miller RH (2019). Evaluating gender parity in operative experience for otolaryngology residencies in the United States. Laryngoscope, 130(7), 1651-1656.
- Casazza GC, Thomas AJ, Dewey J, Gurgel RK, Shelton C, Meier JD (2019). Variations in Stapes Surgery Cost within a Multihospital Network. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 161(5), 835-841.
- Santa Maria PL, Shi Y, Gurgel RK, Corrales CE, Soltys SG, Santa Maria C, Murray K, Chang SD, Blevins NH, Gibbs IC, Jackler RK (2018). Long-Term Hearing Outcomes Following Stereotactic Radiosurgery in Vestibular Schwannoma Patients-A Retrospective Cohort Study. Neurosurgery, 85(4), 550-559.
- McRackan, T R Hand, B N Cochlear Implant Quality of Life Development, Consortium Gurgel RK, Velozo, C A Dubno, J R (2019). Cochlear Implant Quality of Life (CIQOL): Development of a Profile Instrument (CIQOL-35 Profile) and a Global Measure (CIQOL-10 Global). J Speech Lang Hear Res, 62(9), 3554-3563.
- McRackan, T R Hand, B N Velozo, C A Dubno, J R Cochlear Implant Quality of Life Development, Consortium Gurgel RK (2019). Development of the Cochlear Implant Quality of Life Item Bank. Ear Hear, 40(4), 1016-1024.
- Casazza GC, McCrary HC, Shelton C, Gurgel RK (2019). Primary Petrous Apex Epidermoids With Skull Base Erosion. Otol Neurotol, 40(5), e556-e561.
- Casazza GC, Bowers CA, Gurgel RK (2019). Hearing Outcomes Reporting in Lateral Skull Base Surgery. J Neurol Surg B Skull Base, 80(2), 120-124.
- King JB1, Jones KG, Goldberg E, Rollins M, MacNamee K, Moffit C, Naidu SR, Ferguson MA, Garcia-Leavitt E, Amaro J, Breitenbach KR, Watson JM, Gurgel RK, Anderson JS, Foster NL (2019). Increased Functional Connectivity After Listening to Favored Music in Adults With Alzheimer Dementia. J Prev Alzheimers Dis, 6(1), 56-62.
- Thomas AJ, Casazza GC, MacDonald JD, Gurgel RK (2019). Coexistent Vestibular Schwannoma and Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease: Recognition and Infection Control. Otol Neurotol, 40(3), e240-e243.
- Casazza GC, Thomas AJ, Gurgel RK, Shelton C, Meier JD (2018). Variation in Tympanoplasty Cost in a Multihospital Network. Otol Neurotol, 39(10), e1047-e1053.
- Casazza GC, Schwartz SR, Gurgel RK (2018). Systematic Review of Facial Nerve Outcomes After Middle Fossa Decompression and Transmastoid Decompression for Bell's Palsy With Complete Facial Paralysis. Otol Neurotol, 39(10), 1311-1318.
- Adunka OF, Gantz BJ, Dunn C, Gurgel RK, Buchman CA (2018). Minimum Reporting Standards for Adult Cochlear Implantation. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 159(2), 215-219.
- Paul SS, Dibble LE, Walther RG, Shelton C, Gurgel RK, Lester ME (2018). Reduced Purposeful Head Movements During Community Ambulation Following Unilateral Vestibular Loss. Neurorehabil Neural Repair, 32(4-5), 309-316.
- Casazza GC, Bowers CA, MacDonald JD, Couldwell WT, Shelton C, Gurgel RK (2018). What Is the Safety and Efficacy of Chemical Venous Thromboembolism Prophylaxis Following Vestibular Schwannoma Surgery? Otol Neurotol, 39(2), e131-e136.
- Mazur MD, Gurgel R, MacDonald JD (2017). The Use of Semitranslucent Rubber Pledgets During Microsurgical Dissection of Cerebellopontine Angle Tumors: Technical Note. Oper Neurosurg (Hagerstown), 14(1), 6-9.
- Carlson ML, Sladen DP, Gurgel RK, Tombers NM, Lohse CM, Driscoll CL (2018). Survey of the American Neurotology Society on Cochlear Implantation: Part 1, Candidacy Assessment and Expanding Indications. Otol Neurotol, 39(1), e12-e19.
- Paul SS, Dibble LE, Walther RG, Shelton C, Gurgel RK, Lester ME (2017). Characterization of Head-Trunk Coordination Deficits After Unilateral Vestibular Hypofunction Using Wearable Sensors. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 143(10), 1008-1014.
- Thomas AJ, Wiggins RH 3rd, Gurgel RK (2017). Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma Masquerading as Jugular Foramen Paraganglioma: A Role for Novel Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol, 126(8), 606-610.
- Thomson RS, Auduong P, Miller AT, Gurgel RK (16 MAR 2017). Hearing loss as a risk factor for dementia: A systematic review. Laryngoscope Investig Otolaryngol.
- Thomson RS, Auduong P, Miller AT, Gurgel RK (2017). Hearing loss as a risk factor for dementia: A systematic review. Laryngoscope, 2(2), 69-79.
- Bowers CA, Gurgel RK, Brimley C, Hawryluk GW, Taggart M, Braden S, Collett T, Gale D, Salzman KL, MacDonald JD (2016). Surgical Treatment of Vestibular Schwannoma: Does Age Matter? World Neurosurg, 96, 58-65.
- Sjogren PP, Gurgel RK, Park AH (2016). Does canal wall down mastoidectomy benefit syndromic children with congenital aural stenosis? Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol, 90, 200-203.
- Monfared A, Corrales CE, Theodosopoulos PV, Blevins NH, Oghalai JS, Selesnick SH, Lee H, Gurgel RK, Hansen MR, Nelson RF, Gantz BJ, Kutz JW Jr, Isaacson B, Roland PS, Amdur R, Jackler RK (2016). Facial Nerve Outcome and Tumor Control Rate as a Function of Degree of Resection in Treatment of Large Acoustic Neuromas: Preliminary Report of the Acoustic Neuroma Subtotal Resection Study (ANSRS). Neurosurgery, 79(2), 194-203.
- Quist TS, Palmer CA, MacDonald JD, Gurgel RK (2016). Solitary Plasmacytoma of the Petrous Apex: A Case Report and Review of Literature. Otol Neurotol, 37(7), e250-1.
- Raheja A, Bowers CA, MacDonald JD, Shelton C, Gurgel RK, Brimley C, Couldwell WT (2016). Middle Fossa Approach for Vestibular Schwannoma: Good Hearing and Facial Nerve Outcomes with Low Morbidity. World Neurosurg, 92, 37-46.
- Cannon RB, Thomson RS, Shelton C, Gurgel RK (2016). Long-term Outcomes After Middle Fossa Approach for Traumatic Facial Nerve Paralysis. Otol Neurotol, 37(6), 799-804.
- Chevallier KM, Wiggins RH, Quinn NA, Gurgel RK (2016). Differentiating Pediatric Rhabdomyosarcoma and Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis of the Temporal Bone by Imaging Appearance. AJNR Am J Neuroradiol, 37(6), 1185-9.
- Gurgel RK (2015). Updating Clinical Practice Guidelines: How Do We Stay Current? Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 153(4), 488-90.
- Ahmad I, Fernando A, Gurgel R, Jason Clark J, Xu L, Hansen MR (2015). Merlin status regulates p75(NTR) expression and apoptotic signaling in Schwann cells following nerve injury. Neurobiol Dis, 82, 114-122.
- Kawabata S, Hollander MC, Munasinghe JP, Brinster LR, Mercado-Matos JR, Li J, Regales L, Pao W, Jnne PA, Wong KK, Butman JA, Lonser RR, Hansen MR, Gurgel RK, Vortmeyer AO, Dennis PA (2015). Epidermal growth factor receptor as a novel molecular target for aggressive papillary tumors in the middle ear and temporal bone. Oncotarget, 6(13), 11357-68.
- Quist TS, Givens DJ, Gurgel RK, Chamoun R, Shelton C (2015). Hearing preservation after middle fossa vestibular schwannoma removal: are the results durable? Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 152(4), 706-11.
- Thomas AJ, Wiggins RH 3rd, Gurgel RK (2015). Nonparaganglioma jugular foramen tumors. Otolaryngol Clin North Am, 48(2), 343-59.
- Cannon RB, Gurgel RK, Warren FM, Shelton C (2015). Facial nerve outcomes after middle fossa decompression for Bell's palsy. Otol Neurotol, 36(3), 513-8.
- Seidman MD, Gurgel RK, Lin SY, Schwartz SR, Baroody FM, Bonner JR, Dawson DE, Dykewicz MS, Hackell JM, Han JK, Ishman SL, Krouse HJ, Malekzadeh S, Mims JW, Omole FS, Reddy WD, Wallace DV, Walsh SA, Warren BE, Wilson MN, Nnacheta LC (2015). Clinical practice guideline: allergic rhinitis executive summary. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 152(2), 197-206.
- Seidman MD, Gurgel RK, Lin SY, Schwartz SR, Baroody FM, Bonner JR, Dawson DE, Dykewicz MS, Hackell JM, Han JK, Ishman SL, Krouse HJ, Malekzadeh S, Mims JW, Omole FS, Reddy WD, Wallace DV, Walsh SA, Warren BE, Wilson MN, Nnacheta LC, Guideline Otolaryngology Development Group AAO-HNSF (2015). Clinical practice guideline: Allergic rhinitis. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 152(1 Suppl), S1-43.
- Gurgel RK, Curtis SH, Shelton C (2015). A novel intraoral bone conduction hearing prosthesis: one-year safety and efficacy study. Otol Neurotol, 36(1), 106-10.
- Abele TA, Besachio DA, Quigley EP, Gurgel RK, Shelton C, Harnsberger HR, Wiggins RH 3rd (2014). Diagnostic accuracy of screening MR imaging using unenhanced axial CISS and coronal T2WI for detection of small internal auditory canal lesions. AJNR Am J Neuroradiol, 35(12), 2366-70.
- Curtis SH, Miller RH, Weng C, Gurgel RK (2014). The effect of duty hour regulation on resident surgical case volume in otolaryngology. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 151(4), 599-605.
- Hudson SK, Gurgel RK, Shelton C (2014). Revision stapedectomy with bone cement: are results comparable to those of standard techniques? Otol Neurotol, 35(9), 1501-3.
- London NR, Gurgel RK (2014). The role of vascular endothelial growth factor and vascular stability in diseases of the ear. Laryngoscope, 124(8), E340-6.
- Van Buren N, Buchmann L, Gurgel R, Shelton C (2014). Giant cell granuloma of the temporal bone. Otol Neurotol, 35(7), e211-2.
- Alyono JC, Corrales CE, Gurgel RK, Blevins N, Jackler RK (2014). Facial nerve schwannomas presenting as occluding external auditory canal masses: a therapeutic dilemma. Otol Neurotol, 35(7), 1284-9.
- Gurgel RK, Ward PD, Schwartz S, Norton MC, Foster NL, Tschanz JT (2014). Relationship of hearing loss and dementia: a prospective, population-based study. Otol Neurotol, 35(5), 775-81.
- Baugh RF, Basura GJ, Ishii LE, Schwartz SR, Drumheller CM, Burkholder R, Deckard NA, Dawson C, Driscoll C, Gillespie MB, Gurgel RK, Halperin J, Khalid AN, Kumar KA, Micco A, Munsell D, Rosenbaum S, Vaughan W (2013). Clinical practice guideline: Bell's Palsy executive summary. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 149(5), 656-63.
- Baugh RF, Basura GJ, Ishii LE, Schwartz SR, Drumheller CM, Burkholder R, Deckard NA, Dawson C, Driscoll C, Gillespie MB, Gurgel RK, Halperin J, Khalid AN, Kumar KA, Micco A, Munsell D, Rosenbaum S, Vaughan W (2013). Clinical practice guideline: Bell's palsy. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 149(3 Suppl), S1-27.
- Gurgel RK, Shelton C (2013). The SoundBite hearing system: patient-assessed safety and benefit study. Laryngoscope, 123(11), 2807-12.
- Buchmann LO, Wiggins RH, Gurgel RK, Hunt JP (2013). Skin cancers of the external auditory canal. Facial Plast Surg, 29(5), 384-8.
- Nadaraja GS, Gurgel RK, Kim J, Chang KW (2013). Hearing outcomes of atresia surgery versus osseointegrated bone conduction device in patients with congenital aural atresia: a systematic review. Otol Neurotol, 34(8), 1394-9.
- Bliss MR, Jackler RK, Gurgel RK (2013). Recurrent contralateral hearing loss after 2 craniotomies for vestibular schwannoma: etiologic implications. Otol Neurotol, 34(7), 1237-40.
- Li PM, Linos E, Gurgel RK, Fischbein NJ, Blevins NH (2013). Evaluating the utility of non-echo-planar diffusion-weighted imaging in the preoperative evaluation of cholesteatoma: a meta-analysis. Laryngoscope, 123(5), 1247-50.
- Gurgel RK, Jackler RK, Dobie RA, Popelka GR (2012). A new standardized format for reporting hearing outcome in clinical trials. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 147(5), 803-7.
- Gurgel RK, Theodosopoulos PV, Jackler RK (2012). Subtotal/near-total treatment of vestibular schwannomas. Curr Opin Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 20(5), 380-4.
- Corrales CE, Gurgel RK, Jackler RK (2012). Rehabilitation of central facial paralysis with hypoglossal-facial anastomosis. Otol Neurotol, 33(8), 1439-44.
- Gurgel RK, Dogru S, Amdur RL, Monfared A (2012). Facial nerve outcomes after surgery for large vestibular schwannomas: do surgical approach and extent of resection matter? Neurosurg Focus, 33(3), E16.
- Nadaraja GS, Gurgel RK, Fischbein NJ, Anglemyer A, Monfared A, Jackler RK, Blevins NH (2012). Radiographic evaluation of the tegmen in patients with superior semicircular canal dehiscence. Otol Neurotol, 33(7), 1245-50.
- Gurgel RK, Popelka GR, Oghalai JS, Blevins NH, Chang KW, Jackler RK (2012). Is it valid to calculate the 3-kilohertz threshold by averaging 2 and 4 kilohertz? Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 147(1), 102-4.
- Marcinow AM, Provenzano MJ, Gurgel RK, Chang KE (2012). Primary intraosseous cavernous hemangioma of the zygoma: a case report and literature review. Ear Nose Throat J, 91(5), 210, 212, 214-5.
- Gurgel RK, Oghalai JS (2012). Are mastoid pressure dressings necessary after otologic surgery to prevent postoperative hematomas? Laryngoscope, 122(3), 485-6.
- Lin FY, Gurgel RK, Popelka GR, Capasso R (2012). The effect of continuous positive airway pressure on middle ear pressure. Laryngoscope, 122(3), 688-90.
- Gurgel RK (2012). History of United States Graduate Medical Education in Otolaryngology. American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery. Bulletin.
- Gurgel RK, Miller RA, Smith RJ (2011). Use of portfolios in otolaryngology graduate medical education. Laryngoscope, 121(6), 1173-6.
- Gurgel RK, Schiff BA, Flint JH, Miller RA, Zahtz GD, Smith RV, Fried MP, Smith RJ (2010). Mentoring in otolaryngology training programs. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 142(4), 487-92.
- Gurgel RK, Karnell LH, Hansen MR (2009). Middle ear cancer: a population-based study. Laryngoscope, 119(10), 1913-7.
- Gurgel RK, Lund G, Gundlapalli AV (2009). Role of otolaryngologists in health care for the homeless. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol, 118(7), 471-4.
- Gurgel RK, Brookes JT, Weinberger MM, Smith RJ (2008). Chronic cough and tonsillar hypertrophy: a case series. Pediatr Pulmonol, 43(11), 1147-1149.
- Gurgel RK, Roehm PC, Hansen MR (2006). Disseminated histoplasmosis presenting as a unilateral cranial nerve VIII mass: a case report. Otol Neurotol, 27(7), 1014-6.
- Badi AN, Kertesz TR, Gurgel RK, Shelton C, Normann RA (2003). Development of a novel eighth-nerve intraneural auditory neuroprosthesis. Laryngoscope, 113(5), 833-42.
Book
- Gurgel RK, Harnsberger R (Published). Imaging in Otolaryngology (1st). Elsevier.
Book Chapter
- Sowder JC, Schiffer BL, Gurgel RK, Shelton C (2017). Middle Fossa and Translabyrinthine Approaches. In Couldwell W (Ed.), Skull Base Surgery of the Posterior Fossa (1st Edition, pp. 37-53). Springer.
- Gurgel RK, Shelton C (2017). Facial Nerve Hemangiomas. In De Souza C (Ed.), Otorhinolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery (2nd, 2). Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers.
Case Report
- Gamboa NT, Ronna B, Gamboa CT, Palmer CA, Park MS, Gurgel RK, Couldwell WT, Kalani MYS (2018). Giant Cell Tumor of the Lateral Skull Base: Diagnostic and Management Options. J Neurol Surg Rep, 79(2), e41-e54.
- Bangiyev JN, Gurgel R, Vanderhooft SL, Grimmer JF (2017). Reversible profound sensorineural hearing loss due to propranolol sensitive hemangioma in an infant with PHACE syndrome. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol, 103, 55-57.
- Tarasidis GS, Wiggins RH, Gurgel RK (2017). Hearing Preservation After Penetrating Cochlear Injury. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol, 126(2), 163-165.
- Gurgel RK, Woodson EA, Lenkowski PW, Gubbels SP, Hansen MR (2010). Zygomatic root abscess: a rare complication of otitis media. Otol Neurotol, 31(5), 856-7.
Letter
- Bowers CA, Gurgel RK, MacDonald JD (2017). In Reply to "Indication of Surgical Management of Vestibular Schwannoma in the Older Age Group: Mysteries Still Unsolved". [Letter to the editor]. World Neurosurg, 105, 1024-1025.
- Cannon RB, Shelton C, Gurgel RK (2017). Response Regarding Combined Transmastoid and Middle Fossa Approach. [Letter to the editor]. Otol Neurotol, 38(2), 304.
- Jackler R, Gurgel R, Dobie R, Popelka G (2013). Letter to the editor response--Entong Wang. [Letter to the editor]. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 149(2), 351.
- Jackler R, Gurgel R, Dobie R, Popelka G (2013). Reply to Dr Carlson's letter: A new standardized format for reporting hearing outcome in clinical trials. [Letter to the editor]. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 149(2), 350.
Global Impact
Education History
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