Airway & Breathing

Chronic coughing or frequent throat clearing can be uncomfortable and disruptive. We work to identify the underlying cause—whether irritation, reflux, allergies, or voice strain—and create a treatment plan that restores comfort and ease.

Narrowing of the airway below the vocal cords (subglottic) or in the trachea can cause shortness of breath, noisy breathing, or difficulty exercising. We use advanced imaging and airway evaluation to diagnose the cause and offer surgical and non-surgical treatments to restore easier breathing.

Airway dilation procedures gently widen areas of narrowing in the airway to improve airflow and ease breathing. These minimally invasive treatments can provide meaningful relief for patients with subglottic or tracheal stenosis.

Paradoxical Vocal Fold Motion occurs when the vocal cords close instead of opening during breathing, making it feel difficult to get air in. We work to confirm the diagnosis and partner closely with speech-language pathologists to develop breathing and voice techniques that restore comfortable airflow.

Laryngeal spasms are sudden, involuntary closures of the vocal cords that can make breathing feel briefly difficult or tight. We work to identify what’s triggering the episodes and develop strategies and treatments to reduce their frequency and intensity.