Alumnus of the Year
Alumnus of the Year
The Department of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery is proud to recognize Dr. Christopher Mularczyk as the 2026 Alumnus of the Year. A graduate of the University of Illinois Chicago Otolaryngology residency program, Dr. Mularczyk has distinguished himself through his dedication to clinical excellence, academic achievement, and advancing the field of rhinology and skull base surgery. His continued commitment to patient care, research, and education exemplifies the values of our department and serves as an inspiration to our residents, trainees, and alumni. We are honored to celebrate his accomplishments and recognize him as this year’s Alumnus of the Year.
Recent Graduates
Nicole Blumenstein, MD
Advanced Otology Fellowship
University of Florida
David Bruss, MD
Beach Cities ENTs
Torrance, California
Krystal Kan, MD
Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship
University of Saskatchewan
Joshua Lee, MD
Private Practice
PolyClinic – General ENT
Seattle, WA
Emma Martin, MD
Fellowship in Pediatric Otolaryngology
University of Texas Southwestern
Jane Schumacher Janiga, MD
Private Practice
ENT Surgical Consultants
Joliet, IL
Brittany Abud, MD
Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
UIC Fellowship
Natalia Hajnas, MD
Fellowship in Head and Neck Surgery
UT Southwestern
John Wilson, IV, MD
Fellowship in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Mount Sinai New York City