Arman Saeedi, MD
PGY1
Hometown: Bryn Mawr, PAProfessional Interests:
Healthcare Access
Hearing/Vestibular Health
Gender Affirming Care
Facial Nerve Repair
Hobbies:
Reading Zen Buddhism & Eastern Philosophy
Indoor Climbing
Onewheel
Skiing/Snowboarding
Video Games (specifically Expedition 33, Rocket League, and Elden Ring)
What are your favorite things to do in the Denver area?
Going to Red Rocks shows or Rockies games
Road trips to various destinations in the Rockies
Jogging one of the many city parks
What is the biggest strength of our program?
Faculty leadership that makes itself available to residents and is constantly aware of our concerns and priorities.
- Adibi I, Nayak A, Saeedi A, Yu K, Bentan M, Nord RS. Impact of Nasal Pathology on Efficacy of Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation for Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Laryngoscope. 2025.
- Sterlin L, Saeedi A, Broaddus WC, Coelho DH. The supraorbital keyhole craniotomy as an approach for olfactory implantation: a radiologic feasibility study. J Neurol Surg B Skull Base. 2025.
- Saeedi A, Calder A, Belilos A, Spilka R, Nord R, Dzierzewski J. Neurocognitive and Psychosocial Outcomes in Older Adults with Obstructive Sleep Apnea Following Hypoglossal Nerve Stimulation. Ear, Nose & Throat Journal. 2025.
- Gottman DC, Corbisiero MF, Saeedi A, Bothwell S, Svoboda E, Ai A, Roy S. Assessing Robotic-Assisted Procedures in Pediatric Otolaryngology: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology. 2024;187:112175.
- Winchester A, Strum D, Saeedi A, et al. Benefits of Bedside Open Tracheostomy: A Safe and Cost-Effective Alternative to the Operating Room. Head Neck. 2025;47(2):635-639.
- Von Sneidern M, Saeedi A, Abend A, Wiener E, Smith S, Eytan DF. Evaluation and Treatment of Acute Facial Paralysis: Identifying Opportunities for Optimization. Facial Plastic Surgery and Aesthetic Medicine. Nov 2024.
- Saeedi A, von Sneidern M, Abend A, Taufique ZM, Eytan DF. Predictors of 30-Day Complications, Readmission, and Post-Operative Length of Stay in Children Undergoing Autologous Rib Grafting for Microtia. Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery. 2024.
- Sassine J, Agudelo Higuita N, Siegrist E, Saeedi A, Corbisiero M, Connelly P, Bastias A, Wilson Dib R, Henao-Cordero J, Chastain D, Chiu CY, Henao-Martinez AF. Timeline and outcomes of viral and fungal infections after chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy: a large database analysis. Clin Microbiol Infect. 2025;31(3):466-472. doi:10.1016/j.cmi.2024.11.008
- von Sneidern M, Saeedi A, Varelas AN, Eytan DF. Characterizing the Online Discourse on Facial Paralysis: What Patients Are Asking and Where They Find Answers. Facial Plast Surg Aesthet Med. 2025;27(2):129-135. doi:10.1089/fpsam.2023.0277
- Saeedi A, Varelas A, von Sneidern M, Lee JW. The Use of Botulinum Toxin for Oral-Ocular Synkinesis in Facial Paralysis. Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery. 2024. DOI: 10.1016/j.otot.2024.02.001
- Saeedi A, Strum DP, Mir G, Chow MS, Bhatt N, Jacobson AS. Management of Enlarging Tracheoesophageal Fistula with Voice Prosthesis in Laryngectomized Patients. Laryngoscope. 2024;134(1):198-206.
- Saeedi A, Eytan DF. Equipping Your Facial Plastic Clinic for Office-Based Procedures. World Journal of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery. 2023;9(3):206-211
- Saeedi A, Bentan, M, Islam A, Manzoor NF, Coelho DH. Optimizing Cochlear Implant Activation: A Prospective Patient-Preference Study. American Otologic Society section of Combined Otolaryngologic Society Meetings; New Orleans, LA, May 2025.
- Saeedi A, Nayak A, McWilliams M, Schuman T. Evaluating the Role of Anti-Obesity Medications in Modifying Risks of Visual and CSF Complications in Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension. North American Skull Base Society Annual Meeting; New Orleans, LA, February 2025.
- Bhatt N, Sneidern M, Sinha R, Saeedi A, Jacobson A, Levine J, Lee J, Eytan D. Patient Preferences in Facial Nerve Reanimation Surgery. AAO-HNSF 2024 Annual Meeting and OTO EXPO;Miami, FL, September 2024.
- Saeedi A, Mir G, Strum D, Chow M, Johnson C, Jacobson A. Exploring Outcomes of Open Diverticulectomy with Myotomy versus Endoscopic Diverticulectomy using a large Global Health Research Network (TriNetX). American Head and Neck Society, 11th International Conference on Head and Neck Cancer; Montreal, QC, July 2023.
- Vedula S, Strum D, Saeedi A, Mir G, Jacobson A, Taufique Z. Factors that Influence Survival in Pediatric Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma. American Head and Neck Society, 11th International Conference on Head and Neck Cancer; Montreal, QC, July 2023.
- Vedula S, Strum D, Saeedi A, Mir G, Jacobson A, Taufique Z. Impact of Insurance Type on Healthcare Utilization Patterns In Pediatric Head and Neck Cancer. American Head and Neck Society, 11th International Conference on Head and Neck Cancer; Montreal, QC, July 2023.
- Chow M, Strum D, Saeedi A, Sommer P, Givi B, Moses L. Free Flap Monitoring and Intensive Care Unit Staff workload. New York Head & Neck Society; New York, NY, March 2023. First place winning presentation.
- American Head & Neck Society
- American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery
- Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society Member
- CU School of Medicine Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Scholarship
- Jefferson College of Population Health Scholarship
- The Pennsylvania State University Biology Scholarship
- Eberly College of Science Scholarship