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Clark A. Rosen

Clark A. Rosen

MD

Otolaryngologist
Chief, Division of Laryngology
Director, UCSF Voice and Swallowing Center
Native Californian, soccer fanatic and yoga devotee

Dr. Clark A. Rosen is an otolaryngologist who cares for adults and children with voice disorders, swallowing problems and upper airway disorders. He is one of the most experienced specialists on the West Coast in the field of laryngology (disorders of the throat and voice box). In addition, he has extensive experience in performing Botox injections of the larynx, used to treat certain voice conditions by relaxing constricted muscles. He is director of the UCSF Voice and Swallowing Center as well as chief of the laryngology division. He also leads the fellowship training program in laryngology and care of the professional voice.

Rosen's research focuses on improving standards of care for patients with voice, swallowing or airway problems. He has created systems of measurement that allow providers to more easily compare treatment options for these conditions and thus select the treatment most likely to succeed.

Rosen earned his medical degree at Rush Medical College. He completed a residency in otolaryngology – head and neck surgery at Oregon Health & Science University and a fellowship in laryngology and upper airway physiology at the University of Tennessee.

Rosen is treasurer of the American Laryngological Association, the oldest surgical society in the country.

Rosen is the proud father of two wonderful young men. He is also proud to continue in the healing tradition of his father, the first obstetrician and gynecologist in Santa Clara County, who provided care there for more than 30 years.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Otolaryngology, 1995

  • Fellowships

    University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine, Laryngology, 1995

  • Residencies

    Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine, Otolaryngology, 1994

  • Internship

    Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine, Otolaryngology, 1990

  • Education

    Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center, 1989

  • Languages

    English

"I literally go to sleep thinking about my patients, my research projects [and] how we can improve our treatment."

I feel blessed to play a role in helping patients regain essential functions of life, such as the abilities to swallow and communicate.

My work

Voice support helps opera singer keep performing

Dr. Rosen helped Kyle get on top of vocal fold inflammation stemming from illness, which can prevent him from working. "That resource is priceless."

Comprehensive voice and swallowing care

Dr. Rosen and his team treat various disorders affecting "vocal athletes" using a cutting-edge model that only a handful of centers use.

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