Carolina Alvarez-Garriga

Center for Devices and Radiological Health

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About

Carolina Alvarez-Garriga is a dedicated researcher whose work focuses on the intersection of sleep medicine, surgical outcomes, and public health. Her major contribution lies in elucidating the real-world risks and complications associated with surgical treatments for sleep-disordered breathing, a critical area given the rising prevalence of obstructive sleep apnea. Her most-cited study, "Complications associated with surgical treatment of sleep-disordered breathing among hospitalized U.S. adults" (2018), leverages national hospitalization data to provide a comprehensive, population-level analysis of adverse events following these procedures. This work has garnered 9 citations, serving as a foundational reference for clinicians and health policy makers aiming to improve patient safety and surgical decision-making. Beyond this, Alvarez-Garriga’s research underscores the importance of evidence-based guidelines in otolaryngology and sleep surgery. Her findings are particularly valuable for students and researchers exploring the balance between therapeutic efficacy and procedural risk, highlighting her role in advancing safer, more informed care for patients with sleep-disordered breathing.