Portrait: M. Gillespie

M. Boyd Gillespie

MD, MSc, FACS
Professional Focus Dr. Gillespie is double board certified in Otolaryngology and Sleep Medicine specializing in voice and airway disorders, swallowing disorders, and sleep apnea. Dr. Gillespie's medical interests include minimally invasive surgical and nonsurgical management of sinus cavities and obstructive sleep apnea. He was one of the first 4 surgeons in the United States to perform endoscopic salivary surgery and is currently the busiest endoscopic salivary surgeon in the U.S. Dr. Gillespie was involved in the education and training of many of the surgeons in the U.S. who currently perform endoscopic salivary surgery.

After graduating Magna Cum Laude and receiving his undergraduate degree from Davidson College, Dr. Gillespie earned his medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He then completed an internship in General Surgery, a residency in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, and a fellowship in Otolaryngology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Additionally, Dr. Gillespie also earned a Master of Science in Clinical Research from the Medical University of South Carolina.

Currently, Dr. Gillespie serves as an Otolaryngologist Head and Neck Surgeon, the Chairman, and a Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.

Dr. Gillespie's research focuses on sleep disorders, swallowing disorders, and hearing sciences. He has studied and written over 140 peer-reviewed research publications, is a key educational instructor for residents and fellows around the nation and globally, and has been a part of many clinical trials relating to his specialty.

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"Dr. Gillespie was very thorough. His attitude was respectful and considerate. He asked specific questions and took the time to ensure that his questions were answered to our satisfaction. Dr. Gillespie was patient and understanding."
Honors & Awards Selected Awards:

Top Doctor, Memphis Magazine | 2020 - 2022
Research & Publications Selected Publications [140+]:

Tansey J, Brandt J, Herr M, Gillespie MB, Sheyn A. Post-operative management of children with severe obstructive sleep apnea: should we send them to the ICU? Annals Otol Rhinol Laryngol. Submitted for publication.

Khan M, Stone A, Soose RJ, Cohen SM, Howard J, Capasso R, Itayem D, Gillespie MB, et al. Does race-ethnicity affect upper airway stimulation adherence and treatment outcome of obstructive sleep apnea? J Clin Sleep Med. 2022; PMID 35681251.

Kejner AE, Harris BN, McMullen C, Patel R, Weir J, Dahshan BA, Carroll WR, Gillespie MB. Management of the parotid for high-risk cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma: a review from the Salivary Section of the American Head and Neck Society. Am J Otolaryngol Head Neck Med Surg. 2022; 43: PMID 35158264.

Benaim E, Fan T, Dash A, Gillespie MB, McLevy J. Common characteristics and clinical management recommendations for juvenile recurrent parotitis: a 10-year tertiary center experience. OTO Open 2022; 14: PMID 35187385

Membreno PV, Eid AA, Vanison CC, Gillespie MB, Gleysteen JP. Porcine small intestine graft for reconstruction of oral defects. Laryngoscope Investigative Otolaryngology 2021; 6: 940-47.

Coca K, Benaim E, Reed L, Mamidala M, Gillespie MB. Outcomes of submandibular stone removal with and without salivary endoscopes. Laryngoscope 2021; PMID 34378799.

Coca KK, Heiser C, Huntley C, Boon M, de Vries N, Mamidala M, Gillespie MB. Hypoglossal nerve stimulation usage by therapy nonresponders. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2021; PMID 34372740.

Membreno PV, Luttrell JB, Mamidala MP, Schwartz DL, Hayes DN, Gleysteen JP, Gillespie MB. Outcomes of primary radiotherapy with and without chemotherapy for advanced oral cavity squamous cell carcinoma: A systematic review. Head Neck 2021; PMID 34165221.

Haynes DA, Vanison CC, Gillespie MB. The impact of dental care in head and neck cancer outcomes: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Laryngoscope 2021; PMID 33635587.
Conditions
Complex adult airway disorders
Deviated septum
Obstructive sleep apnea ( OSA )
Pleomorphic adenoma
Salivary gland cancer
Salivary gland disorders (stones, scar, tumors, swelling)
Swallowing disorders and dysphagia
Voice disorders
Thyroid tumors
Procedures
Hypoglossal nerve stimulation
Laryngoscopy
Microvascular reconstruction
Salivary endoscopy
Septoplasty
Superficial parotidectomy
Turbinectomy
Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty ( UPPP )
Medical University of South Carolina | Master of Science | Clinical Research
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine | Otolaryngology
Fellowship
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine | Otolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery
Internship, Residency
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Medical School
Board Certifications
American Board of Otolaryngology
Sleep Medicine
Other Certifications
American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Hospital Affiliation
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Place of Work
Otolaryngologist Head and Neck Surgeon | The University of Tennessee Health Science Center | Hospital Based | Current
Professor & Chairman with Tenure | Department of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery | University of Tennessee Health Science Center | Academic | Current
Languages
English
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