Bryan K. Ward, MD
Otology
Neurotology
Otolaryngology
Highlights
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Bryan K. Ward
Primary Academic Title
Associate Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Background
Bryan Ward specializes in treating disorders of the ear and skull base, such as chronic ear disease, obstructive and patulous eustachian tube dysfunction, and conditions that cause dizziness such as superior canal dehiscence syndrome, Meniere's disease and bilateral vestibulopathy. He has research interests in vestibular physiology and pathophysiology, with particular focus on MRI and interactions between strong magnetic fields and the inner ear.
Dr. Ward's research is focused on studying the effects of strong static magnetic fields, such as those in MRI machines, on the vestibular system. The magnetic fields of MRI machines can induce a force in the inner ear that can cause dizziness and vertigo. This is a fundamentally new way of stimulating the vestibular system, and he is studying how the brain adapts to this stimulus. He is also involved in developing new ways of imaging the inner ear with MRI.
His clinical research interests include the pathophysiology of inner ear disorders, such as superior semicircular canal dehiscence syndrome, Meniere's disease and bilateral vestibulopathy, as well as novel treatments including the development of a vestibular implant (led by Dr. Charles Della Santina).
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Recent News Articles and Media Coverage
‘Bachelor’ hopeful Daisy Kent has Ménière’s disease. Here’s what to know. Washington Post (1/30/2024)
The Safe Way to Pop Clogged Ears, Men's Health (July 27, 2022)
Research Interests
Magnetic Fields, MRI of the Inner Ear, Superior Semicircular Canal Dehiscence Syndrome, Temporal Bone Histopathology, Vestibular, Vestibular Implantation
Selected Publications
Ward, B. K., Agrawal, Y., Hoffman, H. J., Carey, J. P., & Della Santina, C. C. (2013). Prevalence and impact of bilateral vestibular hypofunction: results from the 2008 US National Health Interview Survey. JAMA otolaryngology–head & neck surgery, 139 (8), 803-810
Ward, B. K., Van De Berg, R., Van Rompaey, V., Bisdorff, A., Hullar, T. E., Welgampola, M. S., & Carey, J. P. (2021). Superior semicircular canal dehiscence syndrome: Diagnostic criteria Consensus document of the Committee for the Classification of Vestibular Disorders of the Barany Society. Journal of Vestibular Research, 31(3), 131-141
Ward, B. K., Ashry, Y., & Poe, D. S. (2017). Patulous Eustachian tube dysfunction: patient demographics and comorbidities. Otology & Neurotology, 38(9), 1362-1369
Ward, B. K., Roberts, D. C., Otero-Millan, J., & Zee, D. S. (2019). A decade of magnetic vestibular stimulation: from serendipity to physics to the clinic. Journal of neurophysiology, 121(6), 2013-2019
Büki, B., Mair, A., Pogson, J. M., Andresen, N. S., & Ward, B. K. (2021). Three-Dimensional High-Resolution Temporal Bone Histopathology Identifies Areas of Vascular Vulnerability in the Inner Ear. Audiology and Neurotology, 1-11
Patents
Device for Magnetic Stimulation of the Vestibular System, US15668896
Honors
- Henkel Chief Resident Teacher of the Year Award, Johns Hopkins Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, 6/20/16
- Frank L. Coulson, Jr. Award for Clinical Excellence, Johns Hopkins Hospital, 5/10/16
Memberships
- Triological Society, post-graduate member
- Barany Society
- American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
Locations
- Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
- 601 North Caroline Street, Floor 6, Baltimore, MD 21287
- phone: 443-997-6467
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10803 Falls Road, Pavilion III STE 2300, Lutherville, MD 21093
- phone: 443-997-6467
- fax: 410-367-2297
Expertise
Education
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Fellowship, Otology & Neurotology, 2018Boston Children's Hospital
Fellowship, Otolaryngology, 2016Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Residency, Otolaryngology, 2015University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Medical Education, MD, 2009Board Certifications
Neurotology
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 2021Plastic Surgery Within the Head and Neck
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 2017Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
5 out of 5
96 ratings, 45 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2025
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/28/2025
Excellent provider
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2025
Few Doctors are as knowledgeable, kind, caring, skilled and personable as Dr. Bryan Ward. He is in a premium league of his own.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2025
He was willing to help me with my biometric pressure headaches even though his specialty is eustachian tubes. I appreciated that so much because the headache clinic could not see me until June. The information he gave me enabled me to get rid of these horrible headaches. I can't hardly believe it! I feel like I have a new life. I can't tell you how grateful I am to this doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2025
Dr. Ward is a wonderful, kind and caring physician. He has provided excellent care to me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2025
Everything was great and everyone was great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2025
Great bedside manner. Very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2025
Dr. Ward is Excellent! He listens well and explains things carefully
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2024
Dr Ward was wonderful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2024
Thank you.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2024
Dr. Ward is caring and thorough, taking the time to clean the ear and explain all procedures.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/22/2024
Dr. Ward is a true gentleman and a deeply caring doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/12/2024
Dr Ward has been excellent always takes the time to answer my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2024
Dr Ward is caring, compassionate and very professional. He listens and answers questions in an easy to understand way. I feel like he knows me and I'm not just a number
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/29/2024
Dr. Ward is caring, kind and highly knowledgeable. I'm grateful for his compassion and expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/25/2024
He is excellent in his care for me. He showed great care to prevent any pain in the procedure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2024
Dr Ward always takes times for questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2024
Efficient, personable and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/8/2024
Provider was courteous, communicated well and was very professional. I was very pleased.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2024
I travel a good distance specifically for the super care provided by Dr Ward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2024
Dr Ward makes sure I fully understand the condition of my ears by taking sufficient time to explain.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/24/2024
Bryan Ward listen very well, and was very understanding and I'm hoping He can help me get my life back . He has Been the best specialist I have seen. And I had to wait 7 months just to finally see him. I'm glad I'm finally seeing him thank God!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2024
Everything was on time and efficient, but the Doctors and assistants spent time asking questions and explainin gthings. For me, this was sort of a last-ditch effort to figure out an ear problem. The doctor seemed eager to help and cover all bases.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2024
Very professional and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2024
Dr Ward is very patient with me and takes time to address my concerns and answer my many questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2024
Love him! A wonderful, caring, knowledgeable physician/person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/6/2024
Dr. Ward is a wonderful physician who is very thorough. Explains things very well and you can tell that he cares for his patients. Highly recommended!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2024
Dr Ward spent the time I needed given the complexity of my issues. I am more than grateful and hope to see him again if needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2024
Professional, thorough, caring, spends time with his patients
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2024
Very satisfied with Dr. Ward!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2024
Dr Ward is a wonderful provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2024
Dr Ward was very professional. Extremely knowledgeable and listened and then explained my issue very clearly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2024
Dr Bryan Ward is an excellent provider and I'm glad to have him as my doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2024
Dr. Ward is outstanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2024
I thought Dr. Ward was very thural in my appointment with him. He answered all questions and gave good information on my problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2024
Dr. Ward was very friendly, listened, and explained tings very clearly. He seemed very approachable/
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2024
Dr. Ward is an excellent doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/24/2024
Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2024
The Doctor was informed, interactive and approachable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2024
My health care provider is excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2024
Satisfied with the doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2024
Dr. Ward is an excellent provider and I feel fortunate to be his patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2024
Dr Ward is amazing! He is very kind, friendly and knowledgeable. He took the time to listen to my concerns and explained the planned steps to remedy my condition. He is the most wonderful doctor I've EVER met!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/2/2024
Had no problems, all went well.