An Audience With Declan Costello
Why you don’t need to be afraid of vocal fold surgery
Sunday 12th April 6pm – 7.30pm UK TIME
Singers can be understandably cautious about having surgery on their larynx. There have been tales of things going wrong and even of malpractice, Julie Andrews is never far from our concerns here. The truth is that surgery on the vocal folds is much more common than anyone knows, as most singers keep quiet about it. Recovery is straightforward with the right guidance, and the relief of not having to struggle is enormous. Come and chat to Declan Costello and Jenevora as they unpick the myths, and give you some useful guidance, from choosing your surgeon to recovery times.
This event is free for VHE Members and £10 for non-members. 30-days access to the catchup recording is available.
An Audience With Declan Costello
Why you don’t need to be afraid of vocal fold surgery
Sunday 12th April 6pm – 7.30pm UK TIME
Mr Declan Costello is a highly experienced consultant laryngologist with extensive expertise in treating all aspects of voice disorders and hoarseness – from vocal cord nodules and cysts to polyps, papilloma, vocal cord paralysis and spasmodic dysphonia.
As a singer himself, he has a particular interest in treating voice disorders in performers. He is also one of the leading exponents of local anaesthetic laryngeal procedures, which can be particularly beneficial for patients with vocal fold paralysis.
In April 2023, he was presented with the Santley Award by the Musicians’ Company – this was awarded for services to singing and research into singing. This prestigious prize has previously been awarded to a very illustrious list of singers, including Janet Baker, John Shirley-Quirk, Robert Tear, Michael Chance, Felicity Lott, Sarah Connolly, Ian Bostridge, Joyce DiDonato, Iestyn Davies and others.
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