Episode 1: The Forgotten Laryngeal Nerve with Dr. Yakubu Karagama

In the first episode of the UEP Voice Box podcast, internationally renowned laryngologist, Dr. Yakubu Karagama, discusses the superior laryngeal nerve.

Also called the "forgotten" nerve, it is responsible for the color, beauty, and changes in pitch in the voice. He explores the causes and diagnosis of superior laryngeal nerve injury, as well as the impact it can have on professional voice users. Treatment options, including speech therapy and surgical procedures, are also discussed.

 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

08:30 Impact of Superior Laryngeal Nerve Injury on Professional Voice Users

16:21 Diagnosing and Treating Superior Laryngeal Nerve Injury

31:13 Conclusion and Course Information