Midface Trauma Essentials: Pearls for Evaluation, Triage, and Operative Management

Saturday, October 17, 2026

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM PT

Location: 404A

Moderator(s)

Christina M. Yver, MD MBA

Assistant Professor
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center - Medical Education Program
Pittsburgh, PA, United States

Panelist(s)

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Laura Hetzler, MD, MD, FACS

Professor
LSU Health New Orleans School of Medicine, United States
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Suresh Mohan, MD

Assistant Professor
Yale School of Medicine - Division of Otolaryngology, United States
Tiffany N. Chao, MD MSEd

Assistant Professor, Residency Program Director
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA, United States

Disclosure(s):

Christina M. Yver, MD MBA:

faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

Tiffany N. Chao, MD MSEd:

faculty for this accredited education activity has no relationship(s) with ineligible companies to disclose.

Midface trauma management is an essential skill for the otolaryngologist, as these scenarios are commonly encountered both in the academic setting and in community practice. This case- based panel will discuss midface trauma scenarios commonly encountered by the otolaryngologist, including ZMC facture, zygomatic arch fracture, orbital trauma, and panfacial trauma. We will discuss what to look for on patient presentation, review relevant CT imaging, and discuss decision making regarding whether and when to operate. Logistical considerations, including the when to consult other services, timing of intervention, and when to transfer to a tertiary care center, will be addressed. The audience member will walk away with valuable pearls for approaching common midface trauma scenarios.

Learning Objectives:

Summarize considerations for the initial evaluation of the midface trauma patient (e.g. physical exam findings, imaging findings)
Discuss indications for operative intervention versus observation for some common midface trauma scenarios
Discuss logistical considerations for operative intervention (e.g. timing of intervention, when to involve oculoplastics, when to transfer to a tertiary center)