Dr. Kush Panara received his undergraduate degree from the University of Miami, graduating Magna Cum Laude. He received his medical degree from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, and completed his residency at the University of Pennsylvania, Department of Otorhinolaryngology.
He then completed his surgical fellowship in Rhinology & Skullbase Surgery at Harvard Medical School’s Massachusetts Eye and Ear hospital, which is globally recognized as one of the preeminent centers for Rhinologic surgery. He is the author of more than 24 peer-reviewed publications and book chapters.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Panara specializes in:
- Medical and surgical management of chronic rhinosinusitis
- Endoscopic sinus surgery (primary and revision)
- Septoplasty
- Skull base surgery, including tumors requiring multidisciplinary care with neurosurgery and oncologists
- Cebrospinal fluid (CSF) rhinorrhea repair
- Endoscopic orbital surgery
- Sinonasal tumors and masses
- Endoscopic posterior nasal nerve ablation for chronic rhinitis
- Complex epistaxis management
- Hypoglossal nerve stimulator (Inspire®) for obstructive sleep apnea
- General otolaryngology
Professional Memberships
Dr. Panara is a member of the American Rhinologic Society, the North American Skull Base Society, the Triological Society, and the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery.
Awards and Honors
- Camiol Prize in Facial Plastics Research - University of Pennsylvania
- American Rhinologic Society Best Basic Science Abstract
- AAO Section for Residents and Fellows Travel Grant
- Centralized Otolaryngology Research Efforts (CORE) Grant - American Rhinologic Society
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Dr. Panara currently sees patients in our Mid-Tampa, Clearwater - Countryside, Largo and New Port Richey offices. If you are interested in making an appointment with Dr. Panara or would like additional information about our practice, please contact our Mid Tampa office, Clearwater - Countryside Office, Largo Office or Trinity Office - State Road 54 at 813-879-8045.
