Christopher Brook, M.D. 

Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery

Dr. Brook is a rhinologist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and assistant professor of otolaryngology at Harvard Medical School.

Dr. Brook earned his medical degree from Albany Medical College in 2015. He completed his residency at Boston Medical Center and his fellowship in rhinology at Mass Eye & Ear. 

He was inspired to pursue surgery after being invited to observe a lung resection, and now pays that experience forward by welcoming one undergraduate student from our network each month to shadow him, both in-clinic and the OR.

His #1 health tip is to use a saline lavage for nasal decongestion. 

Pavan Mallur, M.D. 

Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery

Dr. Mallur is a laryngologist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and assistant professor of otolaryngology at Harvard Medical School.

Dr. Mallur earned his medical degree from New York University Grossman School of Medicine in 2005, and completed his residency at New York University Medical Center. He completed his fellowship In laryngology at the University of Pittsburgh Eye & Ear Institute. 

His top clinical interests include vocal fold paralysis, vocal fold lesions, laser treatment for voice disorders, laryngeal stenosis, and neurolaryngology.

His #1 health tip is to stay well hydrated in order to improve and maintain your vocal health, though be careful not to overhydrate if you have cardiac health issues,

David Caradonna, MD, DMD

Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery

Dr. Caradonna is a rhinologist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and an Assistant Professor of Otolaryngology at Harvard Medical School.

He earned both his dental and medical degrees from Boston University, and completed his residency at the Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary.

His top clinical interests include rhinology, sinus disease, nasal airway obstruction, and sleep and voice disorders.

Victoria Flormann, MS, CCC-SLP

Speech Language Pathology

Tori is a speech language pathologist & voice specialist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.

Her teaching philosophy is based in physiology, and she preaches a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach to patient care. 

She is passionate about helping others regain their voices in order to express themselves in a way that is authentic and comfortable. 

Her #1 health tip is that if you notice your voice has changed for more than 10 days, you should have it checked by a professional. 

Arthur Celestin, MD, MPH

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Hand Surgery

Dr. Celestin is a plastic & reconstructive surgeon specializing in hand surgery at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He also serves as a part-time Instructor of Surgery at Harvard Medical School.

He earned his medical degree from Boston University, completed his residency at BIDMC, and went on to complete a fellowship in hand surgery at NYU Langone Hospital. He earned his Master of Public Health degree from Harvard's T.H. Chan School of Public Health during his medical education. 

His clinical interests include lower extremity reconstruction & limb salvage, upper extremity reconstructive microsurgery & replantation, and chest & abdominal wall reconstruction.

Dr. Celestin’s #1 health tip: Protect your thumbs at all costs! They’re responsible for approximately 60% of your hand’s function.

Fun fact: Dr. Celestin also flies planes—just when we thought he couldn’t get any cooler.

Steven Smith, M.D. 

Dermatologic Mohs Surgery

Dr. Smith completed his undergraduate studies at Tufts University in 1982 and earned his medical degree from Tufts in 1986. 

Originally inspired by his love of art and drawing, he began his training to become a plastic surgeon, but transitioned to Mohs surgery during his residency after a colleague introduced him to the field. He has now practiced as a Mohs surgeon for nearly 30 years.

Dr. Smith is passionate about mentoring the next generation of physicians and welcomes students interested in dermatology to shadow him, whether they’re committed to the field or simply exploring it.

His #1 health tip is to use SPF 30+ sunscreen. Also stay active—aim for at least 1 hour a day when you’re younger, and 2–3 days a week as you get older.

Fun Fact: Dr. Smith is an expert martial artist