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Richard R. Orlandi, MD

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189 4.7 out of 5 Patient Rating

Languages Spoken: English

Dr. Orlandi is the most experienced of only a few fellowship-trained nasal and sinus specialists in the intermountain West. In 1998 he completed his training as a “rhinologist”, focused on the treatment of complex problems of the nose, sinuses, and anterior skull base (the area between the sinuses and the brain). He served as President of the American Rhinologic Society in 2017-18 and is the is the principal author of the International Consensus Statement on Rhinosinusitis, published in early 2016, as well as co-author of the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery’s clinical practice guideline on adult sinusitis.

He is a tenured Professor of Surgery as well as an adjunct associate professor of Neurosurgery, teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. Dr. Orlandi also serves as University of Utah Health's Chief Medical Officer of Ambulatory Health.

He was born in New York City and subsequently raised in Utah. He completed his bachelor’s degree at the University of Utah and then returned to New York City for medical school at NYU. He traveled to UCLA for residency and then completed a fellowship in Rhinology and Sinus Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania. Following two years on the faculty at the University of Michigan, he returned to Utah in 2000

He has been a principal investigator on a grant from the National Institute of Bioengineering and Biomedical Imaging concerning sinus wound healing modifiers. He formerly chaired the research grant review section for the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery and the American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy Foundation. He serves as a reviewer for all major scientific journals in otolaryngology – head and neck surgery.

He has lectured throughout the United States and in Europe, Africa, Asia and South America on a wide range of sinus and nasal topics and is the author of over 100 journal articles and book chapters. He has been married for over 25 years and has three great kids. He enjoys biking (both road and mountain), and skiing.

Clinical Locations

Farmington Health Center

801-581-7515

165 N. University Ave.
Farmington, UT  84025
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University Hospital
Otolaryngology/ENT, Area E

801-587-8368

50 N Medical Dr
Salt Lake City, UT  84132
E-11

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Specialties

  • Sinus and Rhinology
  • Anterior Skull Base Surgery

Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Surgery - Professor
Neurosurgery - Adjunct Associate Professor
Academic Divisions Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Board Certification American Board of Otolaryngology

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.

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Likelihood of recommending care provider

4.8/ 5

Care provider's explanation of condition/problem

4.6/ 5

Care provider's effort to include me in decisions

4.7/ 5

Wait time at clinic

4.5/ 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 16, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Doctor Orlandi is a fantastic physician. He is a hero in my eyes.

UofU Patient November 16, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

I am beyond thrilled to find Dr. Orlandi! He is absolutely brilliant! I have been through three surgeries and was still experiencing problems. He told me more about me issues in twenty minutes than any other ENT Specialist did in twenty years! He was able to diagnose my issues and project a plan forward. I look forward to working with Dr. Orlandi and his team!

UofU Patient November 13, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

great experience

UofU Patient August 21, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

my procedure went perfectly

UofU Patient March 29, 2020
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

5 out of 5 stars

I felt encouraged about my problem because he made suggestions that other doctors had not made in the last six months to help me.

UofU Patient March 01, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. gave me another Doctors name that I may be able to use in my network

UofU Patient January 17, 2020
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

4 out of 5 stars

Good

UofU Patient January 07, 2020
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Have never had a more kind, caring, down to earth physician ever in my life. Definitely has his patients best interest in mind in my opinion

UofU Patient December 08, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Orlandi is the most skilled, compassionate & caring physician around. You can tell he is in this career to help people because he genuinely cares about his patients. HE IS THE BEST!!

UofU Patient December 06, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Orlandi listened extremely patiently. I am so impressed.

UofU Patient November 10, 2019
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

5 out of 5 stars

Prescribed antibiotic that worked well.

UofU Patient October 18, 2019
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

5 out of 5 stars

I would recommend Dr. Orlandi to anyone and in fact have recommended him to a number of friends but have cautioned them that getting into see him is difficult as he is in high demand! Rightfully so.

UofU Patient October 18, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Orlandi was wonderful about making sure all of my questions and concerns were answered.

UofU Patient September 15, 2019
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

5 out of 5 stars

Very personable and concerned

UofU Patient August 12, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

3 out of 5 stars

They really didn't have a answer or solution for my chronic sinus infection problems

UofU Patient July 07, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Orlandi is great!

UofU Patient June 19, 2019
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

5 out of 5 stars

Awesome experience with Dr. Orlandi and his resident. Love the sense of humor!

UofU Patient June 09, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Orlandi is great!

UofU Patient May 05, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Doctor who cares about what you are going thru.

UofU Patient May 03, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Orlandi is an excellent doctor, and he has my complete confidence.

UofU Patient March 23, 2019
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

5 out of 5 stars

Dr Orlandi has been exceptional in helping diagnose and treat my symptoms

UofU Patient March 23, 2019
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

He is a very good Dr. and I like him very much. He has treated me for several years now and am very satisfied with my treatments.

UofU Patient March 15, 2019
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

5 out of 5 stars

wish he would of pulled ct up with me and gone through it with me

UofU Patient February 01, 2019
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

5 out of 5 stars

excellent

UofU Patient December 14, 2018
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

5 out of 5 stars

excellent Doctor

UofU Patient November 13, 2018
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

5 out of 5 stars

Dr. Orlandi and his team are simply the best! I wouldn't go anywhere else.

UofU Patient September 05, 2018
FARMINGTON HEALTH CENTER

5 out of 5 stars

I was very happy with the care I received.

UofU Patient August 15, 2018
UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

3 out of 5 stars

The time I spent with the doctor was so limited, I don't really have much to go on. He was sympathetic and responsive to the fact that I had another appointment so it was very rushed and we only discussed one issue, not the ongoing sinus issues that have been bothering me and impacting my sleep for many, many years.

UofU Patient June 08, 2018

Dr. Orlandi is best among the best. He genuinely concerns about the patient and provides the best quality care. I'm always impressed by his expertise.

UofU Patient May 30, 2018

Excellent process of review, diagnosis, and decision-making.

UofU Patient May 30, 2018

I would recommend anyone. great doctor

UofU Patient May 25, 2018

Dr. Orlandi took extra time to show me sequential slices of my CT scan and explain the images. What a great way to give me extra confidence in his expertise and assurance that I didn't have anything to worry about.

UofU Patient April 09, 2018

I have been through quite a history of medical challenges and subsequently a plethora of specialists. VERY few times, if any, have I left an introductory appointment with the level of confidence that I experienced with Dr. Orlandi and his associates.

UofU Patient March 28, 2018

He is very through and spends time with me that I needed.

UofU Patient December 15, 2017

Of the 27 UofU doctors I have seen this last year, Dr. Orlandi is without doubt, the best. Not with just medical/surgical expertise, but has a friendly, knowledgeable personality that just makes you trust him, right at first meeting. He understands patients fears, concerns and needs better than any other doctor I have worked with, and takes the time to work with you and overcome them for a healthy solution.

UofU Patient December 05, 2017

pretty much said he couldn't help me referred me to another ENT that specializes in throat only

UofU Patient October 29, 2017

Dr. Orlandi is, without doubt, the best doctor I've run across in my life--and that's over a half century. Genuinely concerned about the health of his patients, takes the time to understand their restrictions, provides alternatives and works with a patient to improve their health. He engenders a great deal of trust in his patients, which is a great comfort.

UofU Patient October 24, 2017

Dr. Orlandi seems great. I'd probably suggest the local ENT first but since I was sent to Dr. Orlandi by the local ENTs I wouldn't not recommend him.

UofU Patient October 10, 2017

in response to question 8 - I was the last patient of the day, It had been two weeks since I last saw Dr. Orlandi, I wasn't feeling well and needed to understand why. I explained my symptoms and felt he was in a hurry to get somewhere. Had someone else take care of me.

UofU Patient September 29, 2017

I have the highest respect for Dr. Orlandi.

UofU Patient September 15, 2017

I respect Dr. Orlandi very much. That's why I wait for appointments and drive to Utah from Idaho

UofU Patient July 24, 2017

Dr. Orlandi extends stellar care and is exceedingly professional and caring.

UofU Patient July 21, 2017

Very positive experience, I would definitely recommend.

UofU Patient July 21, 2017

I have recommended Dr. Orlandi to several people. He is an excellent doctor and surgeon.

UofU Patient June 17, 2017

Dr Orlandi is the most competent physician in his field in the world. His humility is a breath of fresh air given his reputation among other surgeons.

UofU Patient May 21, 2017

Enjoy my visits with Dr Orlandi and Co he is friendly and sets me at ease. I feel confident he knows what he is telling me.

UofU Patient April 25, 2017

Dr. Orlandi is an outstanding doctor both in terms of his knowledge and expertise and his caring for the patient. He will advice the best approach for patient.

UofU Patient April 06, 2017

Dr. Orlandi has always been thorough, and answers every question that I have. I have never felt rushed or felt that I was taking up too much of his time. I have and will continue to recommend him to those in need. I and my family have a very high regard for him.

UofU Patient March 28, 2017

Dr. Orlandi is a great doctor. He is very informative and answered all my questions.

UofU Patient March 11, 2017

I felt like his full attention was on me in my health. He explained everything thoroughly and was open to any questions I had.

UofU Patient March 03, 2017

Dr.Orlandi explained the reason i was referred to him very well, that i felt good about seeing him.

UofU Patient February 27, 2017

care provider one of the best I have ever had!!!!

UofU Patient February 16, 2017

Aside from the unavoidable discomforts associated with sinus surgery, it has been a really good experience.

UofU Patient December 22, 2016

addressed all of our concerns and fears with compassion.

UofU Patient December 04, 2016

Dr. Orlandi is an amazing surgeon, I would recommend him to my friends and family if they were in need of sinus surgery.

UofU Patient November 13, 2016

Dr. Orlandi was superb in all ways!! He explained complex information in simpler term. He analyzed the options thoroughly. He was warm and friendly. His skills are the best!

UofU Patient October 17, 2016

Very honest and open. By the end of it, I felt I understood the medical surgery planned as well as he did

UofU Patient October 11, 2016

I recomend Dr. Orlandi every chance I get

UofU Patient October 02, 2016

the Doctor was excellent. I especially liked that at the end of the visit, he asked me if I had any other questions or concerns that he could help me with. he felt very genuine.

UofU Patient September 22, 2016

Only looked at my throat. My complaint was with my inner ears as being very painful and very slow moving water/oil. As well as I have had VERY heavy drainage in my sinuses until I took the anti fungal the it went to almost nothing. He saw me after 3 months of it. I was never asked about an aspirin allergy but note state I "denies aspirin allergy" I am not aware of one for the record. I HAVE used leukotriene inhibitors and stopped when I had such a HUGE improvement with the anti-fungal. I have had allergy testing 3 times over my life. I did not say I had eye blurring as a symptom. Lymph edema around eyes every am some has become type II. I did report. I do have a nasty TMJ click, it scares DDS the first time they hear it. I was repeatedly asked if I had gerd and repeatedly said no.

UofU Patient September 12, 2016

Overall excellent. I also looked at online videos prepared by Dr. Orlandi, which were very helpful.

UofU Patient August 22, 2016

While realizing that I'm not the only patient he has and knowing he was running behind, it was frustrating to wait for so long to see him to only have him spend about 5 minutes in the room with my wife and I. He normally will take time to ask questions and listen to the answer, but this time it seemed as if he already knew what he was going to say, do and prescribe before he even got into the room. I had many other issues to discuss but it was a whirlwind of him looking at my nose, telling me what medicine to use, and saying to plow through it. It's very frustrating when my every day life is being affected and time is taken off of work to get help that isn't really provided. In the past, Dr. Orlandi has been very accommodating and kind. It's just difficult because I want to know what's wrong with me and get better.

UofU Patient August 08, 2016

I left feeling that I had been (gently) reprimanded for coming in. Dr. Orlandi has only seen me once before and doesn't know me well. I believe, as we work together, he will come to know that if I make an appointment, I am in enough discomfort to warrant the visit. However, it was obvious that he thought that I was making a bigger deal of my condition than suited the circumstances.

UofU Patient July 17, 2016

He knew his stuff.

UofU Patient June 26, 2016

Dr. Orlandi is the best! I feel very fortunate to have him providing my treatment.

UofU Patient June 07, 2016

Outstanding!!!

UofU Patient May 06, 2016

I have nothing but good to say about my experience with Dr. Orlandi or the ENT clinic as a whole. Dr. Orlandi is the reason I am able to take this survey today.

UofU Patient April 24, 2016

I was not prepared for the "novacane" in my throat. I could have used some explanation of compound medications and their not being covered by medicare.

UofU Patient April 24, 2016

I have always rec'd. excellent care

UofU Patient April 08, 2016

Excellent

UofU Patient March 04, 2016

Felt very rushed once he entered the room. Felt I was wasting his time.

UofU Patient February 19, 2016

He was professional, but did not listen to what I had to say. Would not go back

UofU Patient February 11, 2016

I found these professionals of the highest levels of practice I have experienced in my extensive past involvement with medical treatment and facilities.

UofU Patient February 05, 2016

Dr. Orlandi is the best! Best sinus ENT and best "bed side manner". He's enjoyable to talk to.

UofU Patient January 31, 2016

At this point in time I would gladly recomend Dr. Orlandi over the previous office I went to, I don't think they would've done like he has and attempt to prevent surgery

UofU Patient January 22, 2016

Excellent ENT doctor. Diagnosed my nasal inflammation and reassured me about treatment possibilities.Feel fortunate to have Dr. Orlandi as the specialist that treated me.

UofU Patient January 12, 2016

Dr. Orlandi has provided excellent care and has helped resolve a chronic problem that had not been corrected by treatment and 2 previous surgeries from an outstanding ENT Surgeon. I really appreciate the care and the compassion that Dr. Orlandi and his staff have provided.

UofU Patient January 11, 2016

Dr Orlandi and Dr Chevallier were both incredibly helpful

UofU Patient January 08, 2016

Dr. Orlandi is very good at what he does

UofU Patient December 11, 2015

Explained the options in easy to understand terms

UofU Patient November 16, 2015

Dr. Orlandi was very calming and reassuring that the procedure would go smoothly. He explained every step he was taking to prepare me for what was happening next and asked each time if I was ready to continue. He created a light-hearted atmosphere for the room, which was helpful to keep the stress level down. He continually asked if I had questions and told me not to hesitate if I had questions after I had left.

UofU Patient October 31, 2015

Dr. Orlandi came in, sat down and stayed as long as it took for me to feel comfortable. I enjoy coming to his office because he shows genuine concern, answers my questions, and follow up questions - he acts like he has all the time in the world for me - others could learn from his technique.

UofU Patient October 12, 2015

I was amazed at Dr. Orlandi and his assistant's care for my concerns and problem, and the way they described the problem and the treatment of it.

UofU Patient October 09, 2015

It was very painful, more than what I expected.

UofU Patient October 02, 2015

Dr. Orlandi is great!

UofU Patient September 03, 2015

I like Dr. Orlandi he knows what he's talking about

UofU Patient August 24, 2015

Dr. Orlandi was personable, friendly and explained my condition in a way that I could understand.

UofU Patient July 24, 2015

If the provider would listen to the patient I would completely healed with the condition.

UofU Patient July 09, 2015

Dr. Orlandi is an excellent doctor. He was able to assist me with names for a family member for an area that he did not practice in. Just knowing that he is confident in his colleagues is reassuring.

UofU Patient July 06, 2015

I usually asked a lot of questions. Each care provider was very patient and helpful. Dr. Orlandi, especially, was very considerate and provided much information and let me decide several issues.

UofU Patient July 04, 2015

My mother, sister and I were all very impressed with Dr. Orlandi's professionalism and kindness. I consider him a tremendous blessing to my mother for his skill and ability in caring for her medical condition, including the surgery he performed. Her recovery from Dr. Orlandi's surgery was half the time of the previous surgeons procedure.

UofU Patient May 18, 2015

Care provider was informative, friendly, and took care to explain what he was doing.

UofU Patient April 10, 2015

Dr. Orlandi was great.

UofU Patient March 30, 2015

Wonderful dr. Explained procedure said he could take care of problem

UofU Patient March 30, 2015

Absolutely blown away at the entire visit. Dr. Orlandi, his residents, interns and the entire ENT staff. The care provided was top notch, well explained, and path to further actions and follow up well established.

UofU Patient March 21, 2015

Wonderful physician who answered all of my concerns thoroughly.

UofU Patient March 09, 2015

Good experience from beginning to end.

UofU Patient March 08, 2015

Excellent care, communication and companssion.

UofU Patient February 17, 2015

Physician(s) were amazing on every level!

UofU Patient February 16, 2015

Excellent service overall.

UofU Patient February 03, 2015

They took great care of me, they genuinely cared about my problem and they were all really nice and informative.

UofU Patient February 03, 2015

Dr. Orlandi makes me feel like I am the only patient he has when he is in clinic with me. I trust him completely. He is very good to answer my questions, however trivial they may seem.

UofU Patient January 26, 2015

Dr. Orlandi is an excellent Dr.

UofU Patient January 26, 2015

I was quite impressed with Dr. Orlandi. His level of expertise is exceptional. He is a thorough professional in every sense. I have complete confidence in him.

UofU Patient January 19, 2015

Dr. Orlandi is very professional while being friendly and with a sense of humor. He even remembered that our daughter had traveled from Virginia to be with her mother for the surgery. Nurses in clinic very attentive and professional.

UofU Patient January 18, 2015

Dr. Orlandi is outstanding. He explained everything carefully and in great details. I went to him for a second opinion and got everything I was looking for. He was patient and knowledgeable.

UofU Patient December 11, 2014

Outstanding treatment from Dr. Orlandi. He listened to my concerns and altered his post-op plan on the spot to reflect the concerns. I don't think many doctors would have done that.

UofU Patient December 11, 2014

Dr. Orlandi knows his stuff

UofU Patient November 17, 2014

I would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Orlandi and the University of Utah to anyone and everyone.

UofU Patient October 27, 2014

I completely appreciated the care I recieved from Dr. Orlandi. I had visited other providers before consulting with Dr. Orlandi. He listened to my concerns; this had not been my experience previously from other providers. Any concern I had Dr. Orlandi checked it out and was supportive of the concern with information to offer why the symptom or concern was occuring/ would have occurred. As a woman I have often experienced negative, dismissive and condescending medical providers. This was not the case with Dr. Orlandi it was refreshing to be treated as a person with real concerns about my health. I appreciate Dr. Orlandi's skill and ability and as a result I am feeling better than I have felt in a very long time. I am grateful for the care I recieved from Dr. Orlandi and his entire staff.

UofU Patient October 27, 2014

The staff in Dr. Orlandi's office was outstanding. Everyone took time to explain and answer any questions.

UofU Patient September 24, 2014

Dr. Orlandi isn't like others i've been to he's very good at what he does

UofU Patient August 18, 2014

i like dr. orlandi he's very good at his job

UofU Patient August 16, 2014

Dr Orlandi is the best.

UofU Patient July 24, 2014

Good

UofU Patient July 14, 2014

Dr. Orlandi, though I can tell he is in a hurry to move on to the next patient, he always takes the time to hear my questions and answer them until I feel like I understand. I never feel like he is trying to rush me through. I appreciate that he is willing to listen to my concerns, thoughts, and questions. He and his staff are awesome.

UofU Patient July 06, 2014

I was seen first by a resident (?) who was nice, and Dr. Orlandi was really great - he was recommended to me by a couple of different people and I would definitely recommend him to others.

UofU Patient May 28, 2014

Couldn't have been better.

UofU Patient May 23, 2014

Wonderful group of friendly care providers. Knowledgeable and informative. Lots of smiles.

UofU Patient May 16, 2014

My Dr and his team were great!

UofU Patient May 03, 2014

I wold have liked more information about the actual procedure and the anesthesia used and follow up care in recovery and how long I would be there following surgery as well as follow up care after surgery. I still want to know these questions.

UofU Patient April 29, 2014

I will be recommending Dr. Orlandi and his office to everyone I know. Thank you for helping me.

UofU Patient April 06, 2014

Dr. Orlandi is outstanding.

UofU Patient March 19, 2014

Again this team exceeded my expectations. I have never been treated so well. such an attentive team. I am an RN and this was optimal patient care!

UofU Patient March 17, 2014

The concern over my septum hematoma was amazing! The entire team worked to get me into surgery ASAP.

UofU Patient March 13, 2014

I should've called the office long before I did instead of trying to go to someone else

UofU Patient February 13, 2014

Dr. Orlandi was great. His resident was equally good and his nurse was fabulous. She again stayed in the moment and took her time to educate and teach so that I understood my instructions clearly.

UofU Patient February 07, 2014

dr say anything about a follow up when I think I should have one cause of infected ear

UofU Patient January 31, 2014

My experience with Dr Orlandi and his staff was excellent.

UofU Patient January 26, 2014

overall incredibly fast, efficient, quiet and peaceful experience.

UofU Patient January 20, 2014

I felt very good about my appointment and have total confidence in the capabilities of the physician and staff.

UofU Patient January 16, 2014

Both the resident (Dr. Hudson) and the doctor (Dr. Orlandi) were excellent. Very thorough and patient with me. Took time to understand my problems and needs. They counseled together conerning my problems. They gave concrete explanations of what was going on and what my next steps should be in treatment, as well as what they could or couldn't do to help me. Dr. Orlandi was particularly knowledgeable. He was personable, positive and caring. I thought the care I received from him was first-rate quality and wouldn't hesitate to see him in the future if the need arose.

UofU Patient January 13, 2014

Dr. Orlandi is a wonderful doctor.

UofU Patient January 13, 2014

Very good

UofU Patient December 05, 2013

He's fantastic! I'm sad I won't be seeing him again.

UofU Patient December 03, 2013

Dr. Orlandi is fantastic! I will and have highly recommended him to friends, family, and even passing acquaintances. I did ask a question during this appointment that I felt he glossed over and I'm still wondering about, but I'm not dissatisfied in any way.

UofU Patient November 28, 2013

Dr. Orlandi is exceptional not only in his treatment but also in his bedside manor.

UofU Patient November 28, 2013

Dr Orlandi is a kind, understanding, and gifted physician. I wish all physicians practiced at such an exceptionally high standard.

UofU Patient November 04, 2013

He is very intelligent, nice, funny, and helpful. He answered all of my concerns and never seemed annoyed by them.

UofU Patient October 07, 2013

The care and service were both excellent. I am regaining my full oxygen intake and my taste and smell are improving daily in splendid recovery.

UofU Patient September 24, 2013

The Dr. used the scope and quickly detected the spot of bleeding in my nose. He used a small plug of sticky gelatin to stop the bleeding. Thereafter my nose was not bleeding, but I still had a little blood drainage for two days. Three days later the plug came out and fortunately the bleeding had stopped.

UofU Patient September 07, 2013

Everything was very good. The answers to the questions says it all

UofU Patient September 04, 2013

I think Dr. Orlandi was running behind and I'm not sure I understand everything that was told to me. When you are seeing 3 different doctors, and you have all these tests run, it would be nice if one of them would at least tell you what the results of the tests were! I did ask, but never got an answer that explained everything.

UofU Patient August 31, 2013

Becky Bell was wonderful. I have since called her. She was very polite, knowledgeable and helpful. The Resident visited with me before Dr. O came in. She told me of research around sinus and fatigue and quality of life. It was every enlightening. She is highly knowledgeable. Dr. Orlandi is a phenomenal doctor. He is clear in his diagnosis and recommendations, cheerful, positive, helpful, and makes you feel like he is thinking of nothing but your particular problem. His advice is helping me a great deal.

UofU Patient August 16, 2013

Dr. Orlandi is an outstanding doctor. As a matter of fact, he is the best of the best. It was Dr.Orlandi who has put my health back on track. I am very happy to have him as my doctor.

UofU Patient July 24, 2013

Very positive experience and support of the entire staff. Competence is apparent with the doctor.

UofU Patient May 15, 2013

everything has been great prior to surgery.

UofU Patient May 13, 2013

Dr. Orlandi is the best doctor I have ever had

UofU Patient April 30, 2013

I have already recommended Dr. Orlandi to others that I know that are suffering with problems similar to mine. I know that he does not need to expand his practice, but I appreciate having a doctor with his expertise available. I am hopeful of a positive outcome.

UofU Patient April 22, 2013

If I have to come back I will definitely come back to this office and to Dr. Orlandi. Everyone in that office were friendly and I felt I was in excellent hands while I was there.

UofU Patient March 17, 2013

As I expressed in my earlier comments, I was so impressed with every person I encountered in this office both prior to and during my appointment with Dr. Orlandi. The experience was head and shoulders above most doctor's appointments I've had in my life. They were such great people and the environment was so welcoming and comfortable that I'm almost sorry I don't need to go back right away.

UofU Patient March 11, 2013

This was a very good experience and I felt very well taken care of.

UofU Patient February 26, 2013

Dr Orlandy was very helpful and courteous.

UofU Patient February 16, 2013

Did not explain post-op complications

UofU Patient January 23, 2013

It was very prompt service to the point and see what happens I am satisfied

UofU Patient January 14, 2013

A very " Can Do " professional Doctor with a concern for people attitude.

UofU Patient November 16, 2012

I wish the Resident was my doctor because he actually seemed interested in helping me. Dr Orlandi, on the other hand appear not to care and certainly had not read my records or the patient info sheet I filled out when I arrived in his office. He said he could not help me but gave me his business ucard if I had any questions. I totally understand why he thought he could not help me but his demeanor did not reflect it at all. He was very dismissive while the Resident expressed concern. I left feeling lost about what to do next with my problem.

UofU Patient October 26, 2012

Dr Orlandi is a very competent doctor. I would recommend him to anyone.

UofU Patient October 25, 2012

Dr. Orlandi even called a couple of times with follow up answers and was very quick to respond to my many questions

UofU Patient October 19, 2012

Dr. Orlandi came very highly recommeded and I would very definitely, enthusiastically and cheerfully pass that recommendation on!

UofU Patient October 10, 2012

Dr. Orlandi is great! He seems extremely knowledgeable/competent. He is very helpful in explaining everything going on and I feel confident in going to him for my care.

UofU Patient October 05, 2012

dr. orlandi is great, i am very happy he is my dr. i have all confidence in him

UofU Patient October 02, 2012

Awesome care!!!!!

UofU Patient September 24, 2012

Dr. Orlandi and his nurse Becky are amazing!

UofU Patient September 10, 2012

Both the resident and Dr. Orlandi were wonderful and detailed in their explanations. Dr. Orlandi could sense that I was very nervous, and spent extra time making sure I was clear on my options, and understood what was happening. I have already recommended him to friends!

UofU Patient September 04, 2012

We always feel like Dr. Orlandi cares about what is going on and is concerned for our well being. He is also a great patient advocate and helped us getting in to another specialist our daughter needed. Dr. Orlandi and Becky have been a tremendous force for improvement in our daughter's health. We are very grateful.

UofU Patient August 23, 2012

I would recommend Dr. Orlandi to others.

UofU Patient August 23, 2012

It may have been the singularly best encounter I've ever experienced for a medical appointment of any sort. I was wowed with the upbeat nature of the entire medical office, and clearly impressed with the knowledge and expertise of the medical staff. Everyone was so extremely caring and concerned; layman's language was used; and there was an air of real sincerity -- from everyone.

UofU Patient August 14, 2012

I already have refered someone to Doctor Orlandi!

UofU Patient July 30, 2012

Uniformely superb experience with Dr. Orlandi and his staff.

UofU Patient July 30, 2012

Dr. Orlandi projects confidence, and does not "talk down" to me, as I am an informed patient about my issue, and helps me understand what is going on.

UofU Patient July 24, 2012

Dr Orlandi is one of the best and most friendly doctors i have met, and i have met several due to my extensive medical histroy and living in multiple locations in and outside of Utah.

UofU Patient July 23, 2012

Dr. Orlandi explained that my fears of the psuedomonas going to my heart or brain were unnecessary in my case and that I could just use an over the counter sinus flush with vinegar (which pseudomonas does not like).

UofU Patient July 20, 2012

Dr Orlandi is an excellent doctor. Having a choice to go to any doctor in the US, I will always come to Salt Lake to see Dr. Orlandi. In doing so, I know I am getting the very best medical care from him.

UofU Patient July 13, 2012

Dr Orlandi is very good at communicating, doing the surgery, and checking results of his surgery. I have recommended him to several people.

UofU Patient June 25, 2012

I have been very pleased with my visits with Dr. Orlandi. He seems very professional and extremely knowledgeable. I am pleased that he explains everything to me in a way that the medical jargon doesn't get in the way and I feel like I can understand what he tells me so that I leave feeling informed about my medical condition. Dr. Orlandi also comes across as very confident, which is comforting when prepping myself for another surgery. I would definitely recommend him to someone else if opportunity presented itself.

UofU Patient June 15, 2012

Dr Orlandi found a problem that I had been suffering from for years. It was so wonderful to find that my headaches were not just in my imagination. There was a cause for all that pain I was experiencing in my head, face, teeth, etc. I can smell so much better. I now smell things I have never smelled before and this has opened an awareness for me. It is so great. Also, I now have improved in my sleep apnea. It went from a 7 to a 1, since the surgery. Hopefully, other problems I have, health wise, may improve. Giving me a better quality of life. Thanks!

UofU Patient June 04, 2012

Wish the doctor would have explained what he meant by when I return in July if the loss of taste and bitter taste when eating or drinking anything sweet is still bothering me, more aggressive treatment will be considered.

UofU Patient May 15, 2012

Dr. Orlandi and his staff are amazing!

UofU Patient May 11, 2012

When I explained that I was fairly well read as a layman, the doctor treated me as an intelligent person and answered my questions without "dumbing it down", which I very much appreciated.

UofU Patient April 24, 2012

Love Dr. Orlandi. He is great!

UofU Patient March 27, 2012

Dr. Orlandi was friendly and competent. I appreciated his warm bedside manner and his positive attitude. Thank you Dr. Orlandi for being kind to your patients.

UofU Patient March 23, 2012

I had good experiences all the way around!

UofU Patient March 23, 2012

Great doctor

UofU Patient March 02, 2012

Dr. Orlandi was very friendly and thoroughly explained the procedure, he told me step by step what he was going to do before performing it so that I knew what to expect. Have great confidence in him.

UofU Patient January 20, 2012

I haver nothing but praise for Dr. Orlandi

UofU Patient January 10, 2012

I actually was seen by an armada of people; NP, MD in training (don't recall the technical label for him), MD as a Resident and finally the full on MD, Orlandi. All were very friendly and helpful.

UofU Patient January 10, 2012

Would definitely recommend Dr. Orlandi and staff, he is wonderful

UofU Patient January 10, 2012

Dr. Orlandi is an outstanding physician.

Dr. Orlandi is the most experienced of only a few fellowship-trained nasal and sinus specialists in the intermountain West. In 1998 he completed his training as a “rhinologist”, focused on the treatment of complex problems of the nose, sinuses, and anterior skull base (the area between the sinuses and the brain). He served as President of the American Rhinologic Society in 2017-18 and is the is the principal author of the International Consensus Statement on Rhinosinusitis, published in early 2016, as well as co-author of the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery’s clinical practice guideline on adult sinusitis.

He is a tenured Professor of Surgery as well as an adjunct associate professor of Neurosurgery, teaching medical students, residents, and fellows. Dr. Orlandi also serves as University of Utah Health's Chief Medical Officer of Ambulatory Health.

He was born in New York City and subsequently raised in Utah. He completed his bachelor’s degree at the University of Utah and then returned to New York City for medical school at NYU. He traveled to UCLA for residency and then completed a fellowship in Rhinology and Sinus Surgery at the University of Pennsylvania. Following two years on the faculty at the University of Michigan, he returned to Utah in 2000

He has been a principal investigator on a grant from the National Institute of Bioengineering and Biomedical Imaging concerning sinus wound healing modifiers. He formerly chaired the research grant review section for the American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery and the American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy Foundation. He serves as a reviewer for all major scientific journals in otolaryngology – head and neck surgery.

He has lectured throughout the United States and in Europe, Africa, Asia and South America on a wide range of sinus and nasal topics and is the author of over 100 journal articles and book chapters. He has been married for over 25 years and has three great kids. He enjoys biking (both road and mountain), and skiing.

Academic Locations

School of Medicine

801-581-7515

30 N 1900 E
Otolaryngology, 3C 120
Salt Lake City, UT  84132

Board Certification and Academic Information

Academic Departments Surgery - Professor
Neurosurgery - Adjunct Associate Professor
Academic Divisions Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Board Certification American Board of Otolaryngology

Research Interests

  • Molecular Biology of Chronic Sinusitis
  • Computerized Image Guidance Use in Sinus and Anterior Skull Base Surgery
  • Systematic Reviews in Sinusitis

Education History

Other Training David Eccles School of Business
Leadership Development

Other Training Daiichi Clinical Scholars Course
Research Methodology

Fellowship University of Pennsylvania
Rhinology and Sinus Surgery
Fellow
Residency UCLA Medical Center
Otolaryngology
Resident
Internship UCLA Medical Center
General Surgery
Intern
Professional Medical New York University Medical Center
Medicine
M.D.
Undergraduate University of Utah
Biology
B.S.
Other Training David Eccles School of Business, University of Utah
Physician Leader/Health Sciences Leader Lean Education Program

Selected Publications - Journal Articles

Journal Article

  1. Smith KA, Oakley G, Alt JA, Orlandi RR (2019). An analysis of RUC methodology for determining the RVU valuation of sinus surgery. Int Forum Allergy Rhinol, 9(5), 479-485.
  2. Smith KA, Orlandi RR, Oakley G, Meeks H, Curtin K, Alt JA (2018). Long-term revision rates for endoscopic sinus surgery. Int Forum Allergy Rhinol, 9(4), 402-408.
  3. Locketz GD, Brant JD, Adappa ND, Palmer JN, Goldberg AN, Loftus PA, Chandra RK, Bleier BS, Mueller SK, Orlandi RR, Becker M, Dorminy CA, Becker SD, Blasetti M, Becker DG (2018). Postoperative Opioid Use in Sinonasal Surgery. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 160(3), 402-408.
  4. Alt JA, Orlandi RR, Mace JC, Soler ZM, Smith TL (2018). Does Delaying Endoscopic Sinus Surgery Adversely Impact Quality-of-Life Outcomes? Laryngoscope, 129(2), 303-311.
  5. Lee JT, DelGaudio J, Orlandi RR (2018). Practice Patterns in Office-Based Rhinology: Survey of the American Rhinologic Society. Am J Rhinol Allergy, 33(1), 26-35.
  6. Orlandi RR, Kingdom TT, Hwang PH, Smith TL, Alt JA, Baroody FM, Batra PS, Bernal-Sprekelsen M, Bhattacharyya N, Chandra RK, Chiu A, Citardi MJ, Cohen NA, DelGaudio J, Desrosiers M, Dhong HJ, Douglas R, Ferguson B, Fokkens WJ, Georgalas C, Goldberg A, Gosepath J, Hamilos DL, Han JK, Harvey R, Hellings P, Hopkins C, Jankowski R, Javer AR, Kern R, Kountakis S, Kowalski ML, Lane A, Lanza DC, Lebowitz R, Lee HM, Lin SY, Lund V, Luong A, Mann W, Marple BF, McMains KC, Metson R, Naclerio R, Nayak JV, Otori N, Palmer JN, Parikh SR, Passali D, Peters A, Piccirillo J, Poetker DM, Psaltis AJ, Ramadan HH, Ramakrishnan VR, Riechelmann H, Roh HJ, Rudmik L, Sacks R, Schlosser RJ, Senior BA, Sindwani R, Stankiewicz JA, Stewart M, Tan BK, Toskala E, Voegels R, Wang de Y, Weitzel EK, Wise S, Woodworth BA, Wormald PJ, Wright ED, Zhou B, Kennedy DW (2016). International Consensus Statement on Allergy and Rhinology: Rhinosinusitis. Int Forum Allergy Rhinol, 6 Suppl 1, S22-209.
  7. Rosenfeld RM, Piccirillo JF, Chandrasekhar SS, Brook I, Ashok Kumar K, Kramper M, Orlandi RR, Palmer JN, Patel ZM, Peters A, Walsh SA, Corrigan MD (2015). Clinical practice guideline (update): adult sinusitis. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 152(2 Suppl), S1-S39.
  8. Orlandi RR (2010). A systematic analysis of septal deviation associated with rhinosinusitis. Laryngoscope, 120(8), 1687-95.
  9. Orlandi RR, Marple BF (2010). The role of fungus in chronic rhinosinusitis. Otolaryngol Clin North Am, 43(3), 531-7, viii.
  10. Daines SM, Orlandi RR (2010). Inflammatory cytokines in allergy and rhinosinusitis. Curr Opin Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 18(3), 187-90.

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