Annette M. Pham, MD, FACS

Biography

Dr. Annette M. Pham is a double board-certified otolaryngologist and facial plastic surgeon currently practicing as a partner physician at Metro ENT and Facial Plastic Surgery, a division of the Centers for Advanced ENT Care, located in Rockville, MD. Dr. Pham graduated with her medical degree as a member of the prestigious Alpha Omega Alpha honor society from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. She then completed an internship and residency training in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery at the University of California, Davis in Sacramento. Dr. Pham then continued her training by completing one of the highly coveted fellowships in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Miami.

She is an active participant in the medical community here in Montgomery County, recently nominated as president-elect for the Montgomery County Medical Society in 2020. Dr. Pham has a particular interest and expertise in comprehensive treatment of the nose and sinuses, including both nasal reconstruction and sinus surgery. Also, she specializes in skin cancer reconstructions after Mohs procedures. Further, she has developed an interest in breastfeeding medicine over the years, in particular, tethered oral tissues as it relates to early infant breastfeeding difficulties.

In her spare time, she enjoys skiing, attending barre classes, cooking new recipes with her Instant Pot, and most definitely, spending time with her husband and 3 children.

Undergraduate Education

• Stanford University

Medical and Post Graduate Degrees

• MD from UMDNJ--New Jersey Medical School

Residency

• University of California, Davis in Sacramento

Fellowship

• University of Miami for Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Areas of Clinical Focus

• Nasal surgery including septoplasty, rhinoplasty, turbinates
• Sinus surgery
• Mohs reconstruction
• Botox and injectable fillers for minimally invasive facial rejuvenation
• Lingual and lip tie frenotomies for breastfeeding difficulties

Certifications

• Board certified in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Board certified in Otolaryngology

Professional Associations

• American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• American Academy of Otolaryngology
• American Rhinologic Society
• American Medical Association
• Maryland Medical Society (MedChi)
• Montgomery County Medical Society
• American College of Surgeons
• Washington Metro Otolaryngology Society

Honors and Awards

• 2012 Board Certified Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery by American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• 2011 Peer reviewer for journal, Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery
• 2008 Board Certified Otolaryngology by American Board of Otolaryngology
• 2007 UCDavis Otolaryngology Highest In-service Score in Facial Plastic Surgery
• 2005 UCDavis Otolaryngology Outstanding Teaching Award
• 2005 UCDavis Otolaryngology Resident Research Forum Award
• 2001 Elected for membership in Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.
• 1998-2000 Dean's Preclinical Letter of Commendation for outstanding performance.
• 1998 Stanford University Department of Biological Sciences Award. Demonstrated excellence in teaching as a course assistant in genetics and cell biology laboratory courses.
• 1998 Haas Center for Public Service Award. Selected in recognition of service and senior leadership in the Stanford community, serving as co-director of Project AIYME (Asian American Initiative for Youth Motivation and Empowerment).

Publications

• Pham AM, Greene, RM, Woolery-Llyod, H, Kaufman, J and Grunebaum LD. 1550 nm Non-Ablative Laser Resurfacing for Facial Surgical Scars. Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery. 2011; 13: 1-8.
• Pham AM and Tollefson TT. “Objective facial photograph analysis using imaging software.” Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America. 2010; 18: 341-9.
• Lee S, Pham AM, Pryor SG, Tollefson T, Sykes JM. “Efficacy of Crosseal fibrin sealant (human) in rhytidectomy.” Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery. 2009; 11: 29-33.
• Pham AM, Rees CJ, and Belafsky PC. “Endoscopic removal of a giant fibrovascular polyp of the esophagus.” Annals of Otology, Rhinology, Laryngology. 2008; 117: 587-90.
• Pham AM, Rafii AA, Metzer MC, Jamali A, and Strong EB. “Computer modeling and intraoperative navigation in maxillofacial surgery.” Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery. 2007; 137: 624-31.
• Pham AM and Tollefson TT. “Cleft deformities in Zimbabwe, Africa: socioeconomic factors, epidemiology, and surgical reconstruction.” Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery. 2007; 9: 385-91.
• Metzer MC, Rafii A, Holweg-Majert B, Pham AM, Strong B. “Comparison of 4 registration strategies for computer-aided maxillofacial surgery.” Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery. 2007; 137: 93-9.
• Pham AM and Tollefson TT. “Correction of caudal septal deviation: Use of a caudal septal extension graft.” Ear, Nose & Throat Journal. 2007; 86: 142, 144.
• Pham AM and Senders CW. “Management of the bilateral cleft lip and nasal deformity.” Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery. 2006; 14: 278-82.
• Pham AM and Strong EB. “Endoscopic management of facial fractures.” Current Opinion in Otolaryngology & Head and Neck Surgery. 2006; 14: 234-41.
• Mohr AM, Pham AM, Lavery RF, Sifri Z, Bargman V, and Livingston DH. “Management of trauma to the male external genitalia: the usefulness of American Association for the Surgery of Trauma organ injury scales.” J Urol 2003: 170, 2311-5.

Hospital Affiliations

• Shady Grove Medical Center
• Holy Cross Hospital in Germantown

Affiliated Surgery Centers

• Rockville Surgical Suites

Areas of Care

• Audiology
• Allergy/Immunology
• Facial Plastic Surgery
• Pediatric ENT
• Sinus