Provider
Kenneth Byrd, MD
Head and Neck Surgery
Otolaryngology
Skull Base Surgery
About Kenneth Byrd, MD

Dr. Byrd, a native of Lexington, SC, attended the University of South Carolina for his undergraduate education, graduating with Honors from the Honors College and a member of Phi Beta Kappa. He then attended the Medical University of South Carolina, where he was elected to Alpha Omega Alpha and received the Henry Tracy Ivy Award. He then completed his residency training in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at MUSC before pursuing a 2-year fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh in Head and Neck Oncology and Skull Base surgery. During this time he also completed the University of Pittsburgh's Certificate in Clinical Research program, with a focus in cost-effectiveness analysis.
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Clinical Interests
Head and Neck Cancer
Transoral Robotic Surgery
Transoral Laser Microsurgery
Anterior Skull Base Surgery
Thyroid Surgery -
Research Interests
Functional Outcomes of Surgical and Nonsurgical Treatment of Head and Neck Cancer
Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
Quality of Life in Head and Neck Cancer -
Specialties
Head and Neck Surgery
Otolaryngology
Skull Base Surgery
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Language(s)
English
Credentials
Positions
Assistant Professor
Certifications
American Board of Otolaryngology - Certified
Education and Training
Residency: Medical University of South Carolina. 2012
Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center: Advanced Head and Neck Oncologic Surgery; Skull Base Surgery. 2014
Locations
1447 Harper Street
Augusta, GA 30912
1411 Laney Walker Boulevard
Augusta, GA 30912
118 Park Ave SW (Entrance B)
Aiken, SC 29801
Patient Reviews
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Dr. Byrd’s Reviews
March 15, 2023
Will recommend to anyone I know..
February 8, 2023
Good
December 5, 2022
Thanks- we were at ease through the entire appointment. Straight forward information.
November 28, 2022
Kind, caring and very knowledgeable.
November 3, 2022
Dr. Byrd is a great doctor. Listened and explain everything in a way I could understand.
September 24, 2022
Dr. Byrd is outstanding. He is the best!
September 22, 2022
Think the world of my doctor/ nurse's/ assistants.
September 6, 2022
Very concern of my condition. Rescheduled testing to make sure what is going on if anything.
June 30, 2022
Already recommend him
June 1, 2022
Excellent
June 1, 2022
A very nice experience!
May 19, 2022
Good
April 16, 2022
The care provider was very calm, kind, and respectful. I felt heard In my concerns, and was given clear explanation of everything. I felt very comfortable during the visit and confident in my future treatment needed by him.
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