Bryan R. McRae
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Bryan R. McRae, MD

Languages spoken: English, Mandarin Chinese, Spanish

Clinical Locations

South Jordan Health Center

South Jordan
801-213-4500
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  • Bryan R. McRae, M.D., is a specialist in Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery. Along with the treatment of common conditions in adults and children (tonsillectomy, hearing loss, facial trauma repair, etc.), Dr. McRae has interests and training in a wide range of ear, nose, and throat disorders, including laryngology and vocal lesions, nasal airway surgery, and sinus surgery. He is one of the Otolaryngology surgeons for the HHT team (Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia), a University of Utah referral center for specialized treatment of HHT, a unique genetic disorder. Research experience includes years of full-time NIH-T32 training in laryngeal reinnervation, vocal fold paralysis, artificial tracheas, and related efforts. Current efforts include partnership with the Center for Medical Innovation (CMI), developing new medical and surgical devices across a range of medical disciplines. He serves as clinical mentor for multiple university BioDesign and BioInnovate student teams within the Biomedical Engineering (BME) medical device development educational programs, with multiple prior teams having won awards at the annual Bench to Bedside competitions. Dr. McRae is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) and is involved in local and national committees. He speaks Mandarin Chinese fluently and actively participates in humanitarian service, including past surgical trips to Kenya, China, and Indonesia.

    Dr. McRae is a native of Bountiful, Utah, and in his free time, he enjoys many outdoor activities with his wife and family. He also enjoys piano and choral music.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Otolaryngology

    Patient Rating

    5.0 /5
    ( out of 77 reviews )

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    Patient Comments

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    March 29, 2025
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    100% would recommend him.

    March 23, 2025
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    The best ENT for autistic children and wonderful over all.

    March 01, 2025
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    He's always very kind and explains everything.

    February 25, 2025
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    The best ENT doctor I've ever been to and I've been to a lot and he is so kind and thoughtful

    January 19, 2025
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. McRae is knowledgeable, and pleasant to work with. He answered my questions and addressed my concerns. He took me seriously and included me in the treatment process.

    November 23, 2024
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Bryan McRae is a very good surgeon

    September 29, 2024
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    Dr. Mcrae spent a significant amount of time with me, and treated me like a person who just happened to be a patient.

    June 10, 2024
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    Wonderful provider who will not rush through the appointment.

    June 09, 2024
    SOUTH JORDAN HEALTH CENTER

    I have had complicated and messed up ears all my life. He is knowledeable and nice a cares for them

  • Bryan R. McRae, M.D., is a specialist in Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery. Along with the treatment of common conditions in adults and children (tonsillectomy, hearing loss, facial trauma repair, etc.), Dr. McRae has interests and training in a wide range of ear, nose, and throat disorders, including laryngology and vocal lesions, nasal airway surgery, and sinus surgery. He is one of the Otolaryngology surgeons for the HHT team (Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia), a University of Utah referral center for specialized treatment of HHT, a unique genetic disorder. Research experience includes years of full-time NIH-T32 training in laryngeal reinnervation, vocal fold paralysis, artificial tracheas, and related efforts. Current efforts include partnership with the Center for Medical Innovation (CMI), developing new medical and surgical devices across a range of medical disciplines. He serves as clinical mentor for multiple university BioDesign and BioInnovate student teams within the Biomedical Engineering (BME) medical device development educational programs, with multiple prior teams having won awards at the annual Bench to Bedside competitions. Dr. McRae is a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) and is involved in local and national committees. He speaks Mandarin Chinese fluently and actively participates in humanitarian service, including past surgical trips to Kenya, China, and Indonesia.

    Dr. McRae is a native of Bountiful, Utah, and in his free time, he enjoys many outdoor activities with his wife and family. He also enjoys piano and choral music.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Otolaryngology: Head & Neck Surgery -Associate Professor (Clinical)
    Board Certification
    American Board of Otolaryngology

    Education history

    Research Fellow Neurolaryngology Laboratory - Indiana University School of Medicine Postdoctoral Research Fellow
    Clerkship Peking Union Medical College Clerkship
    Residency Otolaryngology - Indiana University School of Medicine Resident
    Professional Medical Medicine - University of Michigan Medical School M.D.
    Undergraduate Majors: Biochemistry, International Studies (Global Economy); Minor: Asian Studies - Brigham Young University B.S., B.A.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Brant-Zawadzki GM, Ockerse P, Brunson JR, Smith JL, McRae BR, Fonnesbeck A, Ledyard H, Ruechel A, Fassl BA (2021). An Aerosol Containment and Filtration Tent for Intubation During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Surg Innov, 28(2), 28-30.
    2. Prussin AJ, Babajanian E, Error M, Grimmer JF, Ku J, McRae BR, Meier J, Thiesset H, Skirko JR (2020). Radiofrequency Ablation vs Electrocautery Blinded Randomized Trial: Impact on Clinically Meaningful Outcomes. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 164(6), 1186-92.
    3. Thomson RS Molin NL Whitehead KJ Ashby S Johnson L Ward PD McRae BR Wilson KF McDonald J (2018). The effects of nasal closure on quality of life in patients with Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia. Laryngoscope Investig Otolaryngol, 3(3), 178-81.
    4. Halum SL, Bijangi-Vishehsaraei K, Saadatzadeh MR, McRae BR (2013). Differences in laryngeal neurotrophic factor gene expression after recurrent laryngeal nerve and vagus nerve injuries. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol, 122(10), 653-63.
    5. Halum SL, McRae B, Bijangi-Vishehsaraei K, Hiatt K (2012). Neurotrophic factor-secreting autologous muscle stem cell therapy for the treatment of laryngeal denervation injury. Laryngoscope, 122(11), 2482-96. (Read full article)
    6. Schilt PN, Musunuru S, Kokoska M, McRae B, ONeill D, Halum SL (2012). The effect of cartilaginous reinforcing sutures on initial tracheal anastomotic strength: a cadaver study. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg, 147(4), 722-5. (Read full article)
    7. McRae BR, Shew M, Aaron GP, Bijangi-Vishehsaraei K, Halum SL (2012). A rapid, novel model of culturing cranial nerve X-derived motoneurons for screening trophic factor outgrowth response. Neurol Res, 34(6), 564-75. (Read full article)
    8. Schilt PN, McRae BR, Akkus O, Cordes SR, Halum SL (2010). An experimental model to investigate initial tracheal anastomosis strength. Laryngoscope, 120(6), 1125-8. (Read full article)
    9. McRae BR, Kincaid JC, Illing EA, Hiatt KK, Hawkins JF, Halum SL (2009). Local neurotoxins for prevention of laryngeal synkinesis after recurrent laryngeal nerve injury. Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol, 118(12), 887-93. (Read full article)
    10. Halum SL, Sycamore DL, McRae BR (2009). A new treatment option for laryngeal sensory neuropathy. Laryngoscope, 119(9), 1844-7. (Read full article)
    11. Mitchell JR, McRae BR, Halum SL (2009). Localization of the muscular process for arytenoid adduction surgery. Laryngoscope, 119(4), 631-4. (Read full article)

    Review

    1. McRae BR, Halum SL (2010). Stem cell therapies for laryngeal tissue engineering: A review. [Review]. Otorinolaringologia, 60, 93-100.

    Patent

    1. Derek Dunford, Dalton Latimer, Camille Howes, Bryan McRae (2023). Remote stethoscope.
    2. Nicholas Witham, Tarek Marrouche, Allison Kachel, Bryan McRae (2022). Otoscope. U.S. Patent No. US2022/0095907 A1. Washington, D.C.:U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
    3. Nicholas Witham, Tarek Marrouche, Allison Kachel, Bryan McRae (2021). Otoscope. U.S. Patent No. EPO European Patent Office 20784490.3. Washington, D.C.:U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
    4. Nicholas Witham, Tarek Marrouche, Allison Kachel, Bryan McRae (2021). Otoscope. U.S. Patent No. Canadian patent 3,135,983. Washington, D.C.:U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
    5. Bryan McRae, Jared Smith (2021). Aerosol-reducing vacuum facemask. U.S. Patent No. 17/400,008. Washington, D.C.:U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
    6. Bryan McRae, Jared Smith (2020). Aerosol-reducing vacuum facemask. U.S. Patent No. 63/064,226. Washington, D.C.:U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
    7. Nicholas Witham, Tarek Marrouche, Allison Kachel, Bryan McRae (2020). Otoscope. U.S. Patent No. PCT/US2020/026785. Washington, D.C.:U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
    8. Nicholas Witham, Tarek Marrouche, Allison Kachel, Bryan McRae (2019). Otoscope. U.S. Patent No. 62/829,955. Washington, D.C.:U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
    9. Stuart Loertscher, Bryan McRae, Tylar Pruiksma, Jane Saviers-Steiger (2018). Tonsil/Oropharynx Exposure and Visualization Device.
    10. Bryan R. McRae, Edward G. Alston, ChaiDee W. Brown, Scott Anjewierden, Breanna Brewster, Elizabeth Denise. Howell, John Lackey (2016). Tonsillectomy Hemorrhage Clamp.