New Faculty
Fellowship-trained faculty join Department of Otolaryngology
Three fellowship-trained faculty physicians and a research faculty member recently joined the Department of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery at Indiana University School of Medicine.
David Campbell, MD, Diane Chen, MD, Janice Farlow, MD, PhD and Irina Castellanos, PhD come to the school as assistant professors of otolaryngology—head and neck surgery. Campbell sees patients at IU Health West in Avon, Chen’s primary location is Riley Children’s Health in downtown Indianapolis, Farlow sees patients at University Hospital downtown and Castellanos currently serves as the Director of the DeVault Otologic Research Labratory.
Campbell completed a head and neck oncology/reconstruction fellowship at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York. Chen is a dual fellowship-trained otolaryngologist. She completed a head and neck oncology and microvascular reconstruction fellowship with the Department of Otolaryngology at IU School of Medicine, followed by a pediatric otolaryngology fellowship at Ann & Robert Lurie Children’s Hospital, Northwestern University in Chicago. Farlow completed a head and neck oncologic surgery fellowship at The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. Castellanos completed her doctorate in developmental science at Florida International University in Miami, Florida.
We spoke with the new faculty members to learn more about their background in otolaryngology.
Janice Farlow, MD
Why did you choose the field of Otolaryngology? As a student, I was fascinated by how otolaryngologists compassionately guide patients through difficult diagnoses, complex surgeries, and the sometimes ardous road to recovery. Whether by treating the vital functions of breathing, eating, and speaking, or by altering a patients facial appearance, otolaryngologists can have such a far-reaching impact on patients’ lives.
What drew you to IU School of Medicine? As an Indianapolis native and a graduate of IUSM MD PhD program, I couldn’t be happier to be back at the place that launched my career. What really sealed the deal, however, are the people I would be joining here, and their devotion to excellent clinical care, passion for advancing the field, and dedication to teaching.
What is your otolaryngology specialty? What are your research and clinical focuses? I’m a Head and Neck Oncologic and Microvascular Reconstructive Surgeon and I treat a broad array of neoplasms of the head & neck. My research interests lie in precision immuno-oncology, predictive & prognostic biomarkers, and improving quality of life for head and neck cancer patients.
Irina Castellanos, PhD
Why did you choose the field of otolaryngology? I was diagnosed with sensorineural hearing loss at age 9 years old and became immediately fascinated with Otology and Cognitive Hearing Science. It is this intersectionality of my identity that has aided in refining my scientific work, informing how I serve the community of families with hearing loss, and facilitating my approach to making research accessible while mentoring student learners.
What drew you to IU School of Medicine? I completed my postdoctoral training in the Department of Otolaryngology at IUSM in 2016 and I was drawn back because of the department’s pioneering work in the field of cochlear implants and cognitive hearing science, as well as its scientific innovation and excellence.
What are your research and clinical focuses? What are your research and clinical focuses? I serve as the Director of the DeVault Otologic Research Lab, the Lab maintains three areas of focused research: (1) social, emotional, and behavioral adjustment following hearing loss, (2) the pyschology and physiology of stress and coping, and (3) early language learning resulting from the multisensory coordination of attention during parent-child interactions.
David Campbell, MD
Why did you choose the field of Otolaryngology? Like most, I enjoyed the day-to-day variety, the intricate anatomy and the multi-disciplinary approach that comes with otolaryngology. However, the ultimate reason I chose ENT was because I saw how excited and fulfilled people seemed to be in their jobs while on my ENT rotations.
What drew you to IU School of Medicine? My first interaction with the IU otolaryngology team was on a trip to Kenya while in medical school. I have always been impressed by how welcoming and passionate everyone has been, so when the opportunity came up to interview at IU, I was very excited.
What is your otolaryngology specialty? What are your research and clinical focuses? I completed a fellowship in head and neck/microvascular reconstruction. I will split practice time between oncology and a general practice at IU Health West. My research background and interests lie in clinical research and global health.
Diane Chen, MD
Why did you choose the field of otolaryngology? ENT is such a dynamic field with broad clinical depth and breadth within the head and neck region. There is an intimate connection with the person’s identity and quality of life with many of the conditions we treat. There’s also the use of a broad range of technology and innovation to provide high quality patient care.
What drew you to IU School of Medicine? IU School of Medicine is a tertiary level academic center with multiple hospitals designated to serve a diverse and large patient population throughout the state. Most importantly, the people involved in providing care to these patients are outstanding with a high level of compassion, sense of community, and respect for each other.
What is your otolaryngology specialty? What are your research and clinical focuses? I am dual fellowship-trained in pediatric otolaryngology and surgical oncology of the head and neck. I help take care of both adult and pediatric patients. My clinical foci include pediatric head and neck tumors, pediatric thyroid disease, sleep apnea and airway reconstruction.