Vocal Screening for MusiCares
On Saturday, April 26, 2014, Dr. Reena Gupta and her team performed free vocal screenings, including videostrobosocpy, to over 20 performing artists. The event, coordinate with MusiCares and The…
The Benefits of Voice Therapy
A good voice comes from two major components: healthy vocal folds and proper voice use. It is not uncommon for a singer or professional voice user to have vocal…
Figure 1: One vibratory cycle, demonstrating good posterior closure but with mid-vocal fold insufficiency secondary to depression of the edge. This is due to vocal scarring from a loss of superficial lamina propria.
Voice Case of the Week: Scarring From Surgery
A case was recently presented of the gospel singer’s vocal folds. In this case, the discussion focused on vocal fold scarring due to vocal abuse/misuse and a consequential loss…
Figure 2: Stroboscopy image of the vocal cords demonstrating formation of vocal fold scarring/sulcus vocalis.
Voice Case of the Week: Vocal Folds in a Gospel Singer
The patient is a 24 year old female who has noted a 5 year history of progressive worsening of her voice. She was examined by an ENT who told…
The Dangers of Fake Pot
There is growing concern about the health risks associated with synthetic marijuana, sold as “spice” or “herbal incense.” Sold without restrictions in gas stations and smoke shops, fake pot is…
Figure 1: Intrinsic muscles of the larynx
A Real Explanation for Vocal Fatigue
My voice is easily fatigued. Is there something wrong with me? Question: I am a professional singer and take part in many studio sessions. I have good technique and…
Figure 1: Varices before laser treatment (left). Varices after treatment. Note that the pink hue of the photo is due to a lens filter that protects the surgeon’s eyes from the laser (right).
Voice Case of the Week: Lasers in Laryngology (AKA Why we should trust our singing patients)
The patient is a 27-year-old female enrolled in a graduate level vocal performance program. She has had vocal difficulties for many years, including vocal inconsistency, intermittently decreased vocal range,…
What to Expect at the Voice Doctor
What should I expect when I see a voice doctor? Question: I am a professional singer and am very careful about my voice. I have gone to several doctors…
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