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Deepa J. Galaiya

Deepa J. Galaiya, MD

Otology

Neurotology

Otolaryngology

Accepting New Patients
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4.7 of 5 stars124 ratings, 44 reviews
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

Languages

  • Gujarati
  • English

14 Insurances Accepted

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Gender

Female

About Deepa J. Galaiya

Professional Titles

  • Associate Residency Program Co-Director
  • Medical Director, Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery Clinic, Sibley Memorial Hospital

Primary Academic Title

Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

Background

Deepa Galaiya is a fellowship-trained neurotologist and lateral skull base surgeon. Her clinical practice specializes in the surgical and medical treatment of middle ear, inner ear, skull base, and facial nerve disorders in children and adults. This includes treatment of skull base tumors, vestibular schwannomas (or acoustic neuromas), cochlear implants, chronic ear disease, hearing loss, cholesteatomas, otosclerosis, cerebrospinal fluid leaks, and eardrum perforations. She is trained in endoscopic ear surgery, a minimally invasive approach to treat cholesteatoma and eardrum perforations that reduce the need for visible incisions. She will be serving the patient population in the Baltimore and Washington, D.C., metro areas. 

Dr. Galaiya’s research interests include the development of a force-sensing microforceps for cochlear implantation to assess electrode insertion, tip foldover, and basilar membrane rupture. Her other projects involve computer vision for surgical navigation, tool-to-tissue registration for robotic temporal bone surgery, optimization of surgical ergonomics, and assessment of forces used in middle ear prosthesis placement with a cooperative control robotic arm.

This provider is registered with the Florida Department of Health to perform telehealth services for patients in Florida.

Research Summary

Her research primarily focuses on the development of force-sensing microforceps for cochlear implantation to assess the nano-Newton forces involved with electrode insertion, tip fold-over, and basilar membrane rupture with the goal of providing usable feedback in an operative setting. Other additional projects involve tool-to-tissue registration for robotic temporal bone surgery, optimization of surgical ergonomics, and assessment of forces used in middle ear prosthesis placement with a cooperative control robotic arm.

Selected Publications

  • Galaiya D, Bradner SA, Raol N, Kaplan DL, Hartnick CJ. “Silk Protein Bioresorbable, Drug-Eluting Ear Tubes: Proof-of-Concept.” Advanced Healthcare Materials. 2019 Jan 09.

  • Ben Massenberg, et. al. “Educational Exposure to Transgender Patient Care in Otolaryngology Training.” Journal of Craniofacial Surgery. 2018 May 15.

  • C. Alessandra Colaianni, Deepa J. Galaiya, Jerry D. Baker, Sarah N. Bowe, Michael S. Cohen. “Computed tomography-fusion image guidance for children with thin calvaria undergoing bone-anchored hearing aid placement.” Laryngoscope. 2018 Feb 26.

  • J. H. Siewerdsen, G. Adrales, W. S. Anderson, J. Carey, P Creighton, S. DiBrito, D. Galaiya, M. Marohn, T. McNutt, G. Osgood, N. Theodore, C. R. Weiss, and A. N. Viswanathan, “Surgineering: Curriculum Concept for Upper-Level Engineering in Medicine,” Journal of Engineering Education (accepted pending revision, October 2019).

  • Zenga, J., Galaiya D., Choumanova I., Richmon JD. “Endotracheal Tube Obstruction Caused by Cuff Hyperinflation.” Anesthesiology. 2018 Apr 23.

Honors

  • AAO-HNS Resident Leadership Grant, 2019 Annual Meeting Sept, 2019
  • American College of Surgeons Travel Grant Mar, 2019
  • AAO-HNS Resident Leadership Grant, 2018 BOG Spring Meeting Mar, 2018
  • Researcher Travel Award, ARO Meeting Feb, 2018
  • AAO-HNS Resident Leadership Grant, 2017 Annual Meeting Sept, 2017

Locations

  1. Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center — Bethesda
    • 6420 Rockledge Drive, Suite 4920, Bethesda, MD 20817
    • Johns Hopkins Outpatient Center
      • 601 North Caroline Street, Floor 6, Baltimore, MD 21287
      • Medical Arts Building - Columbia
        • 11085 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 101, Columbia, MD 21044

        Expertise

        Education

        Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

        Fellowship, Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, 2020

        Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

        Residency, Otolaryngology, 2018

        Stanford University School of Medicine

        Medical Education, MD, 2013

        Board Certifications

        Neurotology

        American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 2022

        Plastic Surgery Within the Head and Neck

        American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 2019

        Insurance

        Johns Hopkins providers accept various commercial health insurance plans. However, they may not be included in all of an insurance company's plans or offerings. This may include Exchange, Medicaid, Medicare, and specific limited benefit plans. Exceptions to participation also exist based on your employer’s benefits package and the provider's location or specialty. Please contact your insurer directly to make sure your doctor is covered by your plan. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
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        • 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

        4.7 out of 5

        124 ratings, 44 reviews

        The 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.

        Overall Rating by Patient
        Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
        Provider Listened Carefully
        Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
        Provider Explained Things Clearly
        Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 4.7 out of 5 stars
        Provider Knew Medical History
        Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 4.5 out of 5 stars
        Provider Showed Respect
        Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 4.8 out of 5 stars
        Provider Spent Enough Time
        Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 4.6 out of 5 stars
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          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/11/2025

          Dr. Galaiya is an excellent provider. Repaired a ear defect that was thought to be unrepairable.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 2/4/2025

          The doctort and resident treated patient very kind. They answered very details what I questioned.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/28/2025

          She was very efficient, patient, communicated well, very personable, and considerate of patient's time to avoid another appointment.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/28/2025

          She was very nice

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 1/7/2025

          Outstanding

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/4/2024

          She's very efficient and detailed. She's very respectful and she actually listens to me when I speak. I love my visits with her.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 12/3/2024

          Dr. Galaiya Is an excellent doctor and very knowledgeable on her field of medicine. She examined me, discussed my condition and prescribed a medication that has been helping the treatment. My medical problem is getting better and I hope I can continue seeing her in the near future.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/26/2024

          THIS WAS MY FIRST TIME MEETING WITH PROVIDER. SHE WAS VERY THROUGH AND ATTENTIVE TO MY MEDICAL CONCERNS.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/26/2024

          Dr Galaiya took time with me and answered my questions. I liked her very much and felt like I left with a plan.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/26/2024

          My provider listened, and she answered my questions and concerns. She gave me a plan for future treatment.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/26/2024

          Always quick to assist and compassionate about the discomfort you are experiencing.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 11/13/2024

          Clear instructions.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/29/2024

          Excellent customer service

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/28/2024

          Very knowledgeable, professional, friendly; great to work with

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/22/2024

          Really the finest, most concerned I have. Ever experienced, (snd I'm 93, not a new comer to ENT)

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/16/2024

          Really like her, very willing to discuss at a deeper level than usual and take the time to answer my questions.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/15/2024

          I love dr galaiya. She takes time to listen and is very compassionate. Doesn't rush through the appt and makes sure she answers all your questions. I highly recommend her.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/8/2024

          Dr. Galaiya is an excellent ENT.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/8/2024

          This was my first visit with Dr. Galaiya for potential cholera implant surgery. She was very thorough in explaining all that's involved with the surgery.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/8/2024

          Dr Galaiya always provides excellent care. She is very busy so sometimes it can be hard to book routine visits, but she is always available for urgent visits when I need. I strongly recommend her to anyone looking for an ENT focused on ears.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 10/8/2024

          Excellent professional caring physician.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/24/2024

          Dr. Galaiya is the best doctor. She is always on time for my appointments, friendly, genuinely cares about me, offers suggestions, asked questions.

          4 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/10/2024

          Very .nice. Pleasant. Listened to what I had to say.Showed interest in my problem

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/10/2024

          She was very patient and listened to my problem very calmly. She recommended test which I need to do further and answered all of our concerns.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/4/2024

          Very professional and cordial.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/4/2024

          I admire Dr. Deepa for curing my chronic ear infection with intelligent diagnosis and treatment and saving me from unnecessary surgery.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 9/3/2024

          The provider was knowledgeable and courteous. She addressed the reason for my visit and ordered an MRI. However, because I had previously seen a different provider in the practice, she referred me back to that provider for the follow up and any treatment, if needed.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/27/2024

          She has a wonderful bedside manner. I felt she heard me and was very respectful of me and my concerns.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 8/27/2024

          This was our first visit, my daughter is special needs and I was with her. We are very pleased with the Dr Galaiya.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/24/2024

          Great. Pain is gone. Prescription being used. Follow up explained.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 7/9/2024

          Dr Galaiya is very knowledgeable, courteous, and provided valuable evaluation of my 3 tests performed at JH testing facilities. She explained the test results very thoroughly with details and advices for4 future follow-up visits.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/11/2024

          I have had to see ear doctors since I was 4. Dr Galyai is the best doctor I've ever seen

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/11/2024

          The doctor was extremely professional and took care of the problem for which I consulted

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 6/11/2024

          I just want to say thank you very much for all the attention.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/14/2024

          Dr. G is very professional and helpful.

          3 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 5/10/2024

          The doctor seemed knowledgeable though came off as being in a rush. The appointment was delayed for 40+ minutes. I understand delays happen but relatively early in the morning it's disappointing.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/29/2024

          She's great! Skilled, highly competent, and very nice.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/23/2024

          Dr. Galaiya was great.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/17/2024

          My provider did a good job based on this initial visit.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/17/2024

          Professional, compassionate, knowledgeable, extraordinary doctor

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/12/2024

          Had the knowledge to what my problem was.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/9/2024

          She was kind and knowledgeable and provided helpful information re: my cochlear implant.

          5 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/8/2024

          She understood my problem, explained what was wrong, what should be done, and why.

          2 out of 5 stars
          Reviewed on 4/8/2024

          Did not seem knowledgable re procedure needed [waiting for visit notes in my chart to clarify but do not have}