
Matthew Ern LinUniversity of California, Los Angeles | UCLA · Department of Head and Neck Surgery
Matthew Ern Lin
Doctor of Medicine
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Introduction
Resident Physician at UCLA Department of Head and Neck Surgery. Clinical interests span the range of otolaryngology with an emphasis on head and neck oncologic and reconstructive surgery. Research interests center around improving the quality of life of head and neck cancer patients, using digital media to improve healthcare literacy, and medical education disparities and quality improvement initiatives.
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Education
August 2019 - May 2024
August 2015 - May 2019
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Publications (50)
Importance:
Cannabis is the most commonly used illicit substance in the US and worldwide. Understanding the association between cannabis use and sinonasal symptoms may help clinicians and patients better understand the symptomatology associated with cannabis use.
Objective:
To assess the association between frequency of cannabis use and presence...
Objective:
To determine the cost-effectiveness of surveillance imaging with PET/CT scan among patients with human papillomavirus-positive oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma.
Study design:
Cost-effectiveness analysis.
Setting:
Oncologic care centers in the United States with head and neck oncologic surgeons and physicians.
Methods:
We comp...
Importance
Dizziness is a highly prevalent complaint with wide-ranging causes and resultant morbidity. Whether symptomatic dizziness and its various manifestations are associated with all-cause and cause-specific mortality is unknown.
Objective
To examine the associations of symptomatic dizziness and its manifestations with all-cause and cause-spe...
Importance
Cannabis is the most commonly used illicit substance worldwide. Whether cannabis use is associated with head and neck cancer (HNC) is unclear.
Objective
To assess the clinical association between cannabis use and HNC.
Design, Setting, and Participants
This large multicenter cohort study used clinical records from a database that includ...
Objective
To assess the prevalence of psychological distress (PD) among thyroid cancer patients (TCPs) and identify clinical, demographic, and socioeconomic factors associated with PD.
Study Design
Retrospective population‐based cohort study.
Setting
2016 to 2018 National Health Interview Survey.
Methods
Adults with cancer were included. The pri...
Background
ChatGPT has quickly gained popularity as a source of online health information (OHI). However, it is unclear how having a usual source of primary care (USPC) is related to OHI-seeking.
Objective
Explore how having a USPC and other characteristics thought to affect access-to-care influence the use of ChatGPT and other OHI forms.
Design...
Objective
Assessing the quality of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination‐related content on TikTok is crucial due to its popularity among adolescents. We assessed these videos while comparing the content and quality of videos with and without physician involvement.
Study Design
Cross‐sectional cohort analysis.
Setting
HPV vaccination‐related Tik...
Objective
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a significant driver of elevated risk for oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (OPSCC). In 2018, HPV vaccination eligibility was expanded to men and women aged 27 to 45. We evaluated changes in awareness of HPV, its association with OPSCC, and HPV vaccination among all US adults between 2018 and 2020, focusi...
Objective
Elucidate the representation of Asian and Asian Americans in academic otolaryngology and the influence of race on promotion and leadership opportunities.
Study Design
Retrospective analysis of the Association of American Medical Colleges Faculty Administrative Management Online User System.
Setting
Full‐time otolaryngology faculty from...
Objective
To examine prevalence of partial and complete HPV vaccination among middle‐aged adults and factors associated with vaccination status.
Study Design
Nationally representative cross‐sectional survey.
Setting
United States.
Methods
Cohort includes adults aged 30 to 44 years from 2018 to 2022 Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRF...
Objectives
The expansion of over‐the‐counter (OTC) hearing aids has raised inquiries regarding primary care physicians' (PCP) knowledge, perspective, and perceived roles. We aimed to understand PCP perspectives on OTC hearing aids via nationwide online surveys.
Methods
RedCap survey was distributed to PCPs via online forums and public mailing list...
Objectives
California has the most surfers in the United States and a high prevalence of external auditory canal exostoses (EACEs) among them. We aimed to characterize their EACE knowledge, use of earplugs, and barriers toward earplug use.
Methods
A RedCap survey was distributed to online surfing forums and surfers at California beaches. Descripti...
Objective
Safe home tracheostomy care requires engagement and troubleshooting by patients, who may turn to online, AI‐generated information sources. This study assessed the quality of ChatGPT responses to such queries.
Methods
In this cross‐sectional study, ChatGPT was prompted with 10 hypothetical tracheostomy care questions in three domains (com...
Objective
Evaluate ergonomic differences of various modalities for performing middle ear surgery.
Study Design
Observational study.
Setting
Two academic tertiary care centers.
Methods
Attending physicians and residents performing middle ear surgery were photographed intraoperatively. Intraoperative photographs were analyzed using the validated R...
Objectives
Excessive noise levels in music venues can negatively impact long-term hearing health. We investigated the prevalence, characteristics, and factors associated with hearing protection use among music event attendees.
Study Design
Cross-sectional cohort.
Methods
Adult participants (2,352) from online music forums completed a questionnair...
Timely diagnosis of acute head and neck polytrauma presenting to emergency departments (EDs) optimizes outcomes. Since ED capacity influences triage and admission, the authors utilized the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System database to understand how ED size and trauma characteristics affect head and neck polytrauma presentation and adm...
Since the introduction of vaccines for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 in the United States, there has been significant vaccine hesitancy, in part due to fear of adverse effects. We sought to investigate the rates of smell and taste changes after COVID‐19 vaccination compared to other common vaccines. Our study cohort included indiv...
Objective
Bilateral vocal fold paralysis (BVFP) and posterior glottic stenosis (PGS) are causes of bilateral vocal fold immobility (BVFI) and may cause shortness of breath, stridor, and need for surgical intervention. Although increased body mass index (BMI) is associated with restrictive breathing patterns in patients with normal upper airways, it...
Objective
To understand the quality of informational Graves' disease (GD) videos on YouTube for treatment decision‐making quality and inclusion of American Thyroid Association (ATA) treatment guidelines.
Study Design
Cross‐sectional cohort.
Setting
Informational YouTube videos with subject matter “Graves' Disease treatment.”
Method
The top 50 vi...
Objective
Understand how otolaryngology residency applicant characteristics have changed over time and compare them to those of other surgical subspecialties.
Study Design
Retrospective analysis of academic, extracurricular, and application data in the Texas Seeking Transparency in Application to Residency databases.
Setting
Applicants to otolary...
Introduction
Gay and bisexual males and other LGBTQ+ communities are more frequently exposed to factors associated with an increased risk of human papillomavirus (HPV) acquisition. Vaccination is critical to protect against HPV+ head and neck cancer (HNC). We characterized the association of perceived level of risk of contraction with HPV knowledge...
Objective
This study aimed to characterize the quality of laryngectomy‐related patient education on YouTube and understand factors impacting video content quality.
Study Design
Cross‐sectional cohort analysis.
Setting
Laryngectomy‐related videos on YouTube.
Methods
YouTube was anonymously queried for various laryngectomy procedure search terms....
Purpose
Distant metastasis of head and neck cancer is associated with significantly worse prognosis. To improve the quality of care in our region, we sought to understand socioeconomic factors associated with distant metastasis upon presentation among the patients our institution serves.
Methods
Retrospective cohort analysis patients of the Los An...
Although modified radical neck dissections have increased in popularity to reduce morbidity secondary to intraoperative accessory nerve damage, inadvertent injury still often occurs. As this phenomenon is thought to be due to anatomic variation in the trapezius branch of the accessory nerve, it is imperative to better understand the nuances of thes...
BACKGROUND
OpenAI's ChatGPT is a source of advanced online health information (OHI) that may be integrated into individuals' health information-seeking routines. However, concerns have been raised about its factual accuracy and impact on health outcomes. To forecast implications for medical practice and public health, more information is needed on...
Background
OpenAI’s ChatGPT is a source of advanced online health information (OHI) that may be integrated into individuals’ health information-seeking routines. However, concerns have been raised about its factual accuracy and impact on health outcomes. To forecast implications for medical practice and public health, more information is needed on...
Objective: With burgeoning popularity of artificial intelligence-based chatbots, oropharyngeal cancer patients now have access to a novel source of medical information. Because chatbot information is not reviewed by experts, we sought to evaluate an artificial intelligence-based chatbot’s oropharyngeal cancer-related information for accuracy.
Meth...
Objective
To characterize the users of the head and neck cancer (HNC) online support group (OSG) and describe the perceived benefits of membership.
Study Design
Cross‐sectional.
Setting
Online.
Methods
An administered survey with questions asking about demographics, cancer history, treatment choices, and feelings about OSGs was posted on the 5 l...
Objective
To evaluate the quality of thyroidectomy‐related posts on TikTok, the fastest‐growing social media platform worldwide.
Methods
Videos posted from April 2020 to September 2022 were queried on TikTok using the search terms “thyroidsurgery,” “thyroidectomy,” and “thyroidremoval.” Two reviewers recorded thematic, demographic, and performance...
Objective
Investigate the prevalence of hearing protection (HP) use and behavioral motivations and barriers among adults attending music venues.
Study Design
Cross‐sectional online survey study.
Setting
Noise exposure levels at popular social music venues often exceed national guidelines.
Methods
Surveys were distributed on online music communit...
Importance:
While minorities represent around 20 % of all HNC patients, these demographics are largely understudied. Furthermore, trends in national studies may not always be fully replicated in locoregional populations, indicating a need for more nuanced study.
Objective:
To better understand our patient population, we sought to understand diff...
Objective:
Assess the association between cannabis use and tinnitus in a nationally representative sample of US adults.
Study design:
Cross-sectional.
Setting:
Population-based.
Patients:
Adults aged 20 to 59 years who participated in 2011 to 2012 and 2015 to 2016 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) with available data...
Objective:
To compare the effect of virtual and in-person head and neck physical examination training events on medical student confidence in performing examination maneuvers and seeking mentorship from otolaryngology faculty and residents.
Methods:
Training events were held with first-year medical student volunteers in 2020 (in-person) and 2021...
Background
Jehovah's Witnesses are members of a Christian religious denomination that rejects the transfusion of whole blood and component blood products. Given new transfusion-free strategies, Jehovah's Witness patients are undergoing free flap reconstructions with increased regularity. However, outcome data remains limited. With this study, we so...
Objectives
To investigate the differential factors associated with physician satisfaction between telemedicine and in-person visits in otolaryngology.
Methods
Study data included 646 telemedicine and 365 in-person encounters delivered from May–June 2020 at a tertiary center outpatient setting. Encounter-specific physician satisfaction was rated by...
Objective:
The utilization of image-guided navigation during endoscopic sinus surgery (ESS) has increased significantly since its introduction. However, the most common associated complications are still unknown. This study describes and analyzes adverse events related to image-guided ESS.
Study design:
Cross-sectional analysis.
Setting:
The F...
Objective
To examine patient and physician satisfaction with telemedicine in otolaryngology during COVID-19 and identify associated factors.
Study Design
Prospective cohort study.
Setting
Tertiary care center.
Methods
Patient satisfaction was rated by patients (age ≥18 years) who had encounters from May to July 2020 (n = 407). Physician satisfac...
Introduction
Burn wound depth assessments are an important component of determining patient prognosis and making appropriate management decisions. Clinical appraisal of the burn wound by an experienced burn surgeon is standard of care but has limitations. IR thermography is a technology in burn care that can provide a non-invasive, quantitative met...
Introduction
Burn wound depth assessments are an important component of determining patient prognosis and making appropriate management decisions. Clinical appraisal of the burn wound by an experienced burn surgeon is standard of care but has limitations. Forward-looking Infrared (FLIR) is a new technology in burn care that can provide a non-invasi...
Introduction
Bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) is a simple, noninvasive method of assessing body composition. BIA operates by sending a low-voltage electric current through the body and measuring the impedance to that current. Parameters obtained from BIA have been used to investigate a range of variables such as nutrition and hydration status...
Introduction
Nutritional support is an essential component of caring for burn patients. Burns can induce a hypermetabolic state greater than twice the normal metabolic rate which can lead to higher rates of lean tissue mass breakdown. Despite its importance, there is no clear gold standard for monitoring nutritional status in the burn and critical...
Background: The absence of biomarkers that identify clinically meaningful biological subsets of prostate cancer results in the homogeneous application of systemic therapies to a heterogeneous disease and hampers therapy development. This heterogeneity may become more evident at the molecular level under the pressure of androgen withdrawal. Here, we...
Background: The absence of biomarkers that identify clinically meaningful biological subsets of prostate cancer results in the homogeneous application of systemic therapies to a heterogeneous disease and hampers therapy development. This heterogeneity may become more evident at the molecular level under the pressure of androgen withdrawal. Here, we...