Steven Goudy, MD, Appointed Chair of Otolaryngology
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Steven Goudy, MD, M.B.A., FACS, has been appointed chair of Otolaryngology at Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences Eastern Virginia Medical School at Old Dominion University, effective Jan. 1, 2026. He will succeed Interim Chair Cristina Baldassari, MD, and longtime department leader Barry Strasnick, MD, who retired June 30 as chair of Otolaryngology after a distinguished career.
“Dr. Goudy brings a remarkable breadth of experience in clinical care, research and academic leadership, and we are incredibly fortunate to welcome him to our health sciences community,” said Alfred Abuhamad, MD, executive vice president for Health Sciences and Dean of Eastern Virginia Medical School at ODU.
Dr. Goudy joins the University from Emory University, where he has served as professor of Otolaryngology and director of Pediatric Otolaryngology, as well as chief of Pediatric Otolaryngology at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. Earlier in his career, Dr. Goudy held several positions at Vanderbilt University, including assistant professor of Otolaryngology, associate professor of Otolaryngology and fellowship director of Pediatric Otolaryngology.
Over the past decade, Dr. Goudy built the largest pediatric ENT division in the Southeastern United States, expanding from three to 15 pediatric ENT surgeons. He also developed six multidisciplinary clinics that bridged adult and pediatric care.
Dr. Goudy’s commitment to collaborative, high-quality care extended beyond the academic setting, as he successfully integrated academic and community practices across three hospitals and led more than 100 outreach events across Georgia to enhance access and engagement.
A true innovator, Dr. Goudy has pioneered initiatives such as the first 3D-printed airway scaffold program in the Southeast and has co-founded two startups, Dr. Noze Best and Oridivus, focused on improving pediatric health outcomes.
Dr. Goudy’s entrepreneurial spirit is matched by his dedication to research and discovery. He is the recipient of two current R01 grants and an STTR grant from the NIH, and he holds several patents for medical innovations. His leadership in initiating clinical trials and commitment to translating science into practice align perfectly with our institutional mission to lead through excellence in education, research and patient care.
Equally impressive is Dr. Goudy’s record in medical education and institutional service. He developed an ACGME-approved pediatric otolaryngology fellowship, co-founded the Emory Innovation Certificate Program and served as vice chair of Research in the Department of Otolaryngology. His national leadership is evident in his roles as a senior board examiner for the American Board of Otolaryngology, standing NIH study section member and president-elect of the American Cleft Palate Association.
What distinguishes Dr. Goudy beyond his professional accomplishments is his collaborative, forward-thinking leadership style. He deeply believes that sustainable change in healthcare is built through trust, teamwork and data-driven quality improvement. His vision to lead a dynamic, patient-centered team that leverages the full potential of institutional strengths resonates strongly with the values of our academic health center.
“We look forward to the energy, innovation and strategic vision Dr. Goudy will bring to Otolaryngology and to our broader health sciences community,” Dr. Abuhamad said. “I have no doubt that, under his leadership, the department will continue to thrive as a regional and national leader in education, research and clinical care.”