Thomas M. Kidder, MD
Professor and Chief
Division of Adult and Pediatric General Otolaryngology
Residency Program Director
Department of Otolaryngology & Communication Sciences
Dr. Kidder is a general otolaryngologist who cares for both adults and children with ear, nose, and throat disorders. He was in the private practice of otolaryngology in Milwaukee for 17 years before accepting a full-time faculty position at MCW in 1990.
He is fully engaged in clinical and surgical patient care at Froedtert Hospital and Children's Hospital of Wisconsin.
In addition to his teaching of residents and medical students, he performs a number of administrative and academic functions at MCW and for state and national professional societies. He is Residency Program Director for Otolaryngology.
He is a veteran of both the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Army and served as an otolaryngologist during the Vietnam and Persian Gulf Wars, respectively.
Dr. Kidder's practice style is based on two principles: (1) a careful assessment of the patient's problem, based on listening to the patient, and, (2) an explanation of the diagnosis and treatment options in terms the patient can understand.
His main professional interests include: general ear, nose and throat disorders; voice disorders, including the use of Botox for spasmodic dysphonia; swallowing problems; chronic sinus disease, especially when complicated by headache, cystic fibrosis, asthma and other medical conditions; ENT problems in the developmentally disabled; medical-legal cases; geriatric otolaryngology; and, the education of medical students, residents, primary care physicians, allied health professionals and the public in health and medical issues related to otolaryngology. He is the otolaryngologist on the Cleft Palate Team at the Children's Hospital of Wisconsin.
Education/Training
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Bachelor of Science (BS) - Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI, 1964
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Doctor of Medicine (MD) - Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, 1968
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Residency - Otolaryngology, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, 1973
Board Certification
Society Memberships
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American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS)
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American College of Surgeons
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American Medical Association
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State Medical Society of Wisconsin
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Medical Society of Milwaukee County
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Wisconsin Society of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery (President 1986-1987; Secretary/Treasurer 1996-1999)
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Milwaukee Society of Head & Neck Medicine and Surgery (Secretary/Treasurer 1978-1981; President 1984-1985)
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Society of University Otolaryngologists
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Milwaukee Academy of Medicine
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American Society for Head and Neck Surgery
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The Voice Foundation, Professional Member
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Dysphagia Research Society
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American Rhinologic Society
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Milwaukee Pediatric Society
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Association for Surgical Education
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American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association
Clinical Interests
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General Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, Throat)
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Nasal and Sinus Disease
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Pediatric Otolaryngology
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Swallowing Disorders
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Voice Disorders (Hoarseness, Spasmodic Dysphonia, Professional Voice)
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Medical-Legal Issues
Clinical Practice
Research Interests
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Functional MRI of auditory function in children
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Use of topical antibiotics and/or nasal irrigation in the treatment of chronic sinusitis
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Pain management in patients with advanced cancer of the head and neck
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Dysphagia in developmentally disabled persons
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Medical liability
Honors/Awards
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Alpha Omega Alpha (faculty award)
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The Army Commendation Medal
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Visiting Professor, Vanderbilt University Medical Center
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American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, 1996 Honor Award Recipient
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Meritorious Service Award, State Medical Society of Wisconsin
Administrative Duties
Appointment Telephone Number
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Adult Established Patient Appointments - 414.805.5584
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Adult New Patient Appointments - 414.805.3666 (or) 800.272.3666 (or) 414.805.5584
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Pediatric Established Patient Appointments - 414.805.5584
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Pediatric New Patient Appointments - 414.607.5280 (or) toll free: 1.877.607.5280