Publications & Presentations

Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles

  1. Porter RG, Nolan RM, Novak M, Youakim JP, Shelton RL. Use of optical coherence tomography otoscopy to overcome cerumen and other view obstructions during ear examination and assessment. Translational Biophotonics. 2022;4(4):e202200017. doi:10.1002/tbio.202200017
  2. Monroy GL, Won J, Shi J, Hill MC, Porter RG, Novak MA, Hong W, Khampang P, Kerschner JE, Spillman DR Jr, Boppart SA. Automated classification of otitis media with OCT: augmenting pediatric image datasets with gold-standard animal model data. Biomed Opt Express. 2022;13(6):3601–3614. PMID: 35781950. doi:10.1364/BOE.453536
  3. Won J, Monroy GL, Dsouza RI, Spillman DR Jr, McJunkin J, Porter RG, Shi J, Aksamitiene E, Sherwood M, Stiger L, Boppart SA. Handheld briefcase optical coherence tomography with real-time machine learning classifier for middle ear infections. Biosensors (Basel). 2021;11(5):143. PMID: 34063695. doi:10.3390/bios11050143
  4. Meade ZS, Porter RG. Blastomyces induced otomastoiditis with local soft tissue invasion: a case report. Ear Nose Throat J. 2023;102(7):430–432. PMID: 33866867. doi:10.1177/01455613211006001
  5. Won J, Hong W, Khampang P, Spillman DR Jr, Marshall S, Yan K, Porter RG, Novak MA, Kerschner JE, Boppart SA. Longitudinal optical coherence tomography to visualize the in vivo response of middle ear biofilms to antibiotic therapy. Sci Rep. 2021;11(1):5176. PMID: 33664323. doi:10.1038/s41598-021-84543-9
  6. Won J, Porter RG, Novak MA, Youakim J, Sum A, Barkalifa R, Aksamitiene E, Zhang A, Nolan R, Shelton R, Boppart SA. In vivo dynamic characterization of the human tympanic membrane using pneumatic optical coherence tomography. J Biophotonics. 2021;14(4):e202000215. PMID: 33439538. doi:10.1002/jbio.202000215 (Invited cover figure)
  7. Won J, Monroy GL, Huang PC, Hill MC, Novak MA, Porter RG, Spillman DR, Chaney EJ, Barkalifa R, Boppart SA. Assessing the effect of middle ear effusions on wideband acoustic immittance using optical coherence tomography. Ear Hear. 2020;41(4):811–824. PMID: 31634213. doi:10.1097/AUD.0000000000000796
  8. Monroy GL, Won J, Dsouza R, Pande P, Hill MC, Porter RG, Novak MA, Spillman DR, Boppart SA. Automated classification platform for the identification of otitis media using optical coherence tomography. npj Digit Med. 2019;2:22. PMID: 31304369. doi:10.1038/s41746-019-0094-0
  9. Monroy GL, Hong W, Khampang P, Porter RG, Novak MA, Spillman DR Jr, Barkalifa R, Chaney EJ, Kerschner JE, Boppart SA. Direct analysis of pathogenic structures affixed to the tympanic membrane during chronic otitis media. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2018;159(1):117–126. PMID: 29587128. doi:10.1177/0194599818766320
  10. Won J, Monroy GL, Huang PC, Dsouza R, Hill MC, Novak MA, Porter RG, Chaney E, Barkalifa R, Boppart SA. Pneumatic low-coherence interferometry otoscope to quantify tympanic membrane mobility and middle ear pressure. Biomed Opt Express. 2018;9(2):397–409. PMID: 29552381. doi:10.1364/BOE.9.000397
  11. Dsouza R, Won J, Monroy GL, Hill MC, Porter RG, Novak MA, Boppart SA. In vivo detection of nanometer-scale structural changes of the human tympanic membrane in otitis media. Sci Rep. 2018;8(1):8777. PMID: 29884809. doi:10.1038/s41598-018-26514-1
  12. Monroy GL, Pande P, Nolan RM, Shelton RL, Porter RG, Novak MA, Spillman DR, Chaney EJ, McCormick DT, Boppart SA. Noninvasive in vivo optical coherence tomography tracking of chronic otitis media in pediatric subjects after surgical intervention. J Biomed Opt. 2017;22(12):1–11. PMID: 29275547. doi:10.1117/1.JBO.22.12.121614
  13. Shelton RL, Nolan RM, Monroy GL, Pande P, Novak MA, Porter RG, Boppart SA. Quantitative pneumatic otoscopy using a light-based ranging technique. J Assoc Res Otolaryngol. 2017;18(4):555–568. PMID: 28653118. doi:10.1007/s10162-017-0629-5
  14. Monroy GL, Pande P, Shelton RL, Nolan RM, Spillman DR Jr, Porter RG, Novak MA, Boppart SA. Non-invasive optical assessment of viscosity of middle ear effusions in otitis media. J Biophotonics. 2017;10(3):394–403. PMID: 27009636. doi:10.1002/jbio.201500313
  15. Won J, Monroy GL, Khampang P, Barkalifa R, Hong W, Chaney EJ, Aksamitiene E, Porter RG, Novak MA, Spillman DR Jr, Kerschner JE, Boppart SA. In vivo optical characterization of middle ear effusions and biofilms during otitis media. J Assoc Res Otolaryngol. 2023;24(3):325–337. PMID: 37253962. doi:10.1007/s10162-023-00901-6
  16. Porter RG, LaRouere MJ, Kartush JM, Bojrab DI, Pieper DR. Improved facial nerve outcomes using an evolving treatment method for large acoustic neuromas. Otol Neurotol. 2013;34(2):304–310. PMID: 23444478. doi:10.1097/mao.0b013e31827d07d4
  17. Jaber JJ, Kircher ML, Thorpe E, Porter RG Sr, Leonetti JP, Marzo SJ. Recurrent post-tympanostomy tube otorrhea secondary to aerobic endospore-forming bacilli: a case report and brief literature review. Ear Nose Throat J. 2013;92(2):66–72. PMID: 23460214.
  18. Porter RG, Chan D, Ravindra VM. Lower cranial nerve function following jugular foramen tumor resection. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2011;145(2 suppl):P277. doi:10.1177/0194599811415823a277. Presented at AAO-HNS Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA. September 2011.
  19. Burgin SJM, Porter RG, Mehrota S, Welch KC. Chondroblastoma of the sphenoid sinus. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2010;143(4):591–592. PMID: 20869573. doi:10.1016/j.otohns.2010.07.003
  20. Leonetti JP, Marzo SJ, Zender CA, Porter RG, Melian E. Temporal bone osteoradionecrosis after surgery and radiotherapy for malignant parotid tumors. Otol Neurotol. 2010;31(4):656–659. PMID: 20964249.
  21. Porter RG Sr, Leonetti JP, Ksiazek J, Anderson DE. Association between adipose graft usage and postoperative headache after retrosigmoid craniotomy. Otol Neurotol. 2009;30(5):635–639. PMID: 19628998. doi:10.1097/MAO.0b013e3181ab3317
  22. Sharma N, Cunningham K, Porter RG Sr, Marzo SJ, Jones KJ, Foecking EM. Comparison of extratemporal and intratemporal facial nerve injury models. Laryngoscope. 2009;119(12):2324–2330. PMID: 19718755. doi:10.1002/lary.20627
  23. Sharma N, Coughlin L, Porter RG, Tanzer L, Wurster RD, Marzo SJ, Jones KJ, Foecking EM. Effects of electrical stimulation and gonadal steroids on rat facial nerve regenerative properties. Restor Neurol Neurosci. 2009;27(6):633–644. PMID: 20042787. doi:10.3233/RNN-2009-0489

Book Chapters

  1. Porter RG, Kartush JM. Diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of facial nerve disorders. In: Sanna M, Kirtane MV, De Souza CE, et al., eds. ENT Surgery: Otology & Neurotology.
  2. Porter RG, Babu S. Diseases of the posterior fossa. Book chapter. Thieme Medical Publishers.

Selected Presentations

Invited Lectures & Grand Rounds

  • “Uncommon Causes of Vertigo: Retrocochlear Lesions.” American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Miniseminar. September 2016. San Diego, CA.
  • “Cost Effective Workup of Cranial Neuropathies: Tinnitus.” American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Miniseminar. September 2016. San Diego, CA.
  • “Overview of Otologic and Neurotologic Surgery.” AORN. Urbana, IL. October 2014.
  • “Alternatives to Conventional Hearing Aids.” Michigan Ear Institute Annual Meeting. Traverse City, MI. June 2012.
  • “Evolving Treatment of Acoustic Neuromas: The MEI Experience with Large Tumors.” Providence Park Hospital Skull Base Surgery Grand Rounds. Novi, MI. September 2011.
  • “Temporal Bone Dissection.” Detroit Medical Center Resident Teaching Conference. Detroit, MI. July 2011.
  • “Acute Facial Nerve Disorders: Diagnosis, Evaluation, and Treatment.” Providence Park Hospital Skull Base Surgery Grand Rounds. Novi, MI. October 2010.
  • “Vestibular Testing.” Loyola University Medical Center, Department of Otolaryngology–Head & Neck Surgery Grand Rounds. Maywood, IL. May 2010.
  • “The Surgical Airway: An Overview for the Non-surgical Physician.” Loyola University Medical Center, Department of Medicine. Maywood, IL. November 2008.
  • “The Surgical Airway: An Overview for the Anesthesiologist.” Loyola University Medical Center, Department of Anesthesia. Maywood, IL. November 2008.
  • “The Surgical Airway: An Overview for Internists.” Loyola University Medical Center, Department of Medicine, Resident Teaching Rounds. Maywood, IL. January 2008.
  • “Velopharyngeal Dysfunction.” Loyola University Medical Center, Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Grand Rounds. Maywood, IL. December 2007.
  • “Facial Nerve Paralysis Diagnostic Dilemma: Update.” Facial Nerve Disorders Study Group, AAO-HNS Annual Meeting. Washington, D.C. September 2007.
  • “Melanoma of the Head and Neck.” Loyola University Medical Center, Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Grand Rounds. Maywood, IL. July 2007.
  • “Selective Neck Dissection.” Loyola University Medical Center, Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Grand Rounds. Maywood, IL. April 2007.

National & International Meeting Presentations

  • “Overview of the US Cochlear Implant Program.” National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University and Cheng-Hsin General Hospital. Taipei, Taiwan, December 2025
  • Porter RG, LaRouere MJ, Kartush JM, Bojrab DI, Pieper DR. “Evolving Treatment of Large Acoustic Neuromas.” American Neurotology Society Annual Meeting. San Diego, CA. April 2012.
  • Porter RG, LaRouere MJ, Kartush JM, Bojrab DI, Pieper DR. “Evolving Treatment of Large Acoustic Neuromas.” Providence Hospital Resident Research Competition. Southfield, MI. April 2012.
  • Porter RG, Leonetti JP, Marzo SJ, Akst L, Chan D, Ravindra VM. “Cranial Nerve Function Following Surgery for Jugular Foramen Tumors.” Loyola University Medical Center–Girgis Otolaryngology Resident Research Competition. Maywood, IL. January 2010.
  • Porter RG, Foecking E, Sharma N, Marzo SJ, Leonetti JP, Jones K. “A Rat Model for Intratemporal Facial Nerve Crush Injuries.” Poster, AAO-HNS Annual Meeting. San Diego, CA. October 2009.
  • Porter RG, Sharma N, Coughlin L, Tanzer L, Wurster RD, Marzo SJ, Jones KJ, Foecking EM. “Effects of Electrical Stimulation and Gonadal Steroids on Rat Facial Nerve Regenerative Properties.” Chicago Laryngological and Otological Society Lederer-Pierce Research Competition. Chicago, IL. April 2009. 1st Place Winner.
  • Porter RG, Sharma N, Coughlin L, Tanzer L, Wurster RD, Marzo SJ, Jones KJ, Foecking EM. “Effects of Electrical Stimulation and Gonadal Steroids on Rat Facial Nerve Regenerative Properties.” Loyola University Medical Center–Girgis Otolaryngology Resident Research Competition. Maywood, IL. January 2009. 1st Place Winner.
  • Porter RG, Leonetti JP, Marzo SJ, Zender C. “Temporal Bone Osteoradionecrosis Following Surgery and Radiotherapy for Malignant Parotid Tumors.” American Neurotology Society Meeting, Combined Otolaryngology Spring Meetings. Phoenix, AZ. May 2009.
  • Porter RG, Marzo SJ. “Gunshot Wound to the Face.” Facial Nerve Disorders Study Group, AAO-HNS Annual Meeting. Washington, D.C. September 2008.
  • Porter RG, Leonetti JP, Marzo SJ, Heaton C. “Neurotologic Features of Temporomandibular Joint Tumors.” Poster, AAO-HNS Annual Meeting. Chicago, IL. September 2008.
  • Porter RG, Leonetti JP, Marzo SJ, Fahey K, Burkman L. “Treatment Options for Patients with Longstanding Facial Paralysis.” Oral presentation, North American Skull Base Society Annual Meeting. Vancouver, BC, Canada. September 2008.
  • Porter RG, Leonetti JP, Marzo SJ, Anderson DE, Origitano TC. “Perioperative Differences Between Large Acoustic Neuromas and Cerebellopontine Angle Meningiomas.” Oral presentation, North American Skull Base Society Annual Meeting. Vancouver, BC, Canada. September 2008.
  • Porter RG, Heaton S, Marzo SJ, Leonetti JP, Anderson DE. “Surgical Salvage After Failed Radiation for Acoustic Neuromas.” Poster, North American Skull Base Society Annual Meeting. Vancouver, BC, Canada. September 2008.
  • Porter RG, Ksiazek J, Anderson DE, Leonetti JP. “Effect of Adipose Graft Usage on Postoperative Headache Following Retrosigmoid Craniotomy.” American Neurotology Society Meeting, Combined Otolaryngology Spring Meetings. Orlando, FL. May 2008.
  • Porter RG, Ksiazek J, Anderson DE, Leonetti JP. “Effect of Adipose Graft Usage on Postoperative Headache Following Retrosigmoid Craniotomy.” Chicago Laryngological and Otological Society Lederer-Pierce Research Competition. Chicago, IL. April 2008.
  • Porter RG, Ksiazek J, Anderson DE, Leonetti JP. “Effect of Adipose Graft Usage on Postoperative Headache Following Retrosigmoid Craniotomy.” Loyola University Medical Center–Girgis Otolaryngology Resident Research Competition. Maywood, IL. January 2008. 2nd Place Winner.
  • Porter RG, Leonetti JP, Marzo SJ, Heaton C. “Neurotologic Features of Temporomandibular Joint Tumors.” Poster, Saint Albert’s Day Research Competition, Loyola University Medical Center. Maywood, IL. November 2008.
  • Porter RG, Leonetti JP, Hacein-Bey L, Marzo SJ. “Ruptured Carotid Artery Pseudoaneurysm in the Middle Ear.” Poster, AAO-HNS Annual Meeting. Washington, D.C. September 2007.
  • Porter RG, Leonetti JP, Marzo SJ. “Partial Mastoidectomy for the Safe Resection of Lateral Skull Base Tumors.” North American Skull Base Society National Meeting. Chicago, IL. May 2007.
  • “Tracheotomy: An Overview.” Loyola University Medical Center, Department of Surgery, Trauma Surgery Morning Conference. Maywood, IL. 2005.

 

 

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