Assistant Professor - University of Colorado School of Medicine
Publications
CT and MRI Imaging Appearance of the Pedicled Submendibular Gland Flap: A Potential Imaging Pitfall in the Post-treatment Head and Neck. DA Zander, DL Gursahaney, CL Oliver, AL Callen and VL Potigailo. American Journal of Neuroradiology, April 2023, 44(4)481-485
Modern Approach to the Neck Mass. Gabriela Halsop, MD Christopher Oliver, MD. Volume 102, Issue 2, Supplement E1-E6
Gonzalez M, Oliver C, Schomer D, Willoughby B. Conjunctivodacryocystorhinostomy and lacrimal sinus diversion via sinopsys surgical lacrimal stent: cadaveric proof of concept. Ophthalmic Plast Reconstr Surg. 2014 May-Jun;30(3):238-40. PubMed PMID: 24807538
Oliver C, Infectious Diseases (Lymphadermpathies, Abscesses, Necrotitis Fasciitis) Complications in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery 2013 Aug; 290-296.
Oliver CL, Hackman TG, Carrau RL, Snyderman CH, Kassam AB, Prevedello DM, Gardner P. Palatal flap modifications allow pedicled reconstruction of the skull base. Laryngoscope. 2008 Dec;118(12):2102-6. PubMed PMID: 19029856
Professional Memberships
American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Member
Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, Board Certification (2009)
Head & Neck Surgery
Conditions & Treatments
Cancers - Head and Neck Cancer
Cancers
Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) - Head and Neck Tumors
Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)
Endocrine System (Hormones) - Thyroid Cancer
Endocrine System (Hormones)
Clinical Interests
I specialize in the management of benign and malignant tumors using minimally-invasive techniques, and advanced head and neck oncologic and reconstructive surgeries.
Care Philosophy
I strive to provide treatments aimed at minimizing post operative pain for my patients, and want to take time to educate my patients on individual treatment needs, addressing the fear and uncertainty of post operative pain.
General Information
Medical Schools:
MD, Sanford School of Medicine The University of South Dakota
(2001)
Undergraduate Schools:
BS, Montana State University (MT)
(1986)
Internships:
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
(2003)
Residency Programs:
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery (2008)
Fellowships:
College of Medicine, Mayo Clinic (Arizona) Program, Head and Neck Surgery and Microvascular Surgery
(2009)