Grace K. Austin

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Dr. Grace K. Austin is a pioneering pediatric otolaryngologist whose research focuses on the application of robotic and image-guided technologies for complex airway and skull base surgery in children. Her landmark work, "Transoral robotic surgery for upper airway pathology in the pediatric population," remains one of the largest case series of its kind, demonstrating the safety and versatility of TORS across a wide age range and diverse indications—a study that has garnered 31 citations and reshaped clinical practice. Dr. Austin also advanced the field with her anatomical study on "Image-Guided Robotic Skull Base Surgery," exploring how CT navigation can enhance precision in robotic approaches to the pediatric skull base. Her contributions have been instrumental in expanding minimally invasive options for young patients, reducing morbidity while improving surgical outcomes. By bridging robotics and image guidance, Dr. Austin has established herself as a leader in pediatric head and neck surgery, inspiring a new generation of surgeons to embrace innovation in the operating room.