<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[AF Medico]]></title><description><![CDATA[Expert craniofacial surgery, neurotology, and otology care by Prof. Dr. Andrew J. Fishman, delivering advanced diagnosis and personalized treatment]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/publicationsmedia</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 22:04:44 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/zh/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Glosofaringealna neuralgija: ređi „rođak” trigeminalne neuralgije]]></title><description><![CDATA[Glosofaringealna neuralgija: ređi „rođak” trigeminalne neuralgije Prof. dr Andrew J. Fishman | AF Medico Beograd, Srbija | Otologija, neurotologija i hirurigija]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/sr/post/glosofaringealna-neuralgija-re%C4%91i-ro%C4%91ak-trigeminalne-neuralgije</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3e7e71d3770ea960ea659c</guid><category><![CDATA[Specifična klinička interesovanja]]></category><category><![CDATA[Za pacijente]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:34:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c87f0d_363310c2c9f3419980ba7d09061a425c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jovana Cosic</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia: The Rarer Cousin of Trigeminal Neuralgia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Prof. Dr. Andrew J. Fishman, a leading specialist in otology, neurotology, and cranial base surgery at AF Medico Belgrade, Serbia, has extensive…]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/post/glossopharyngeal-neuralgia-the-rarer-cousin-of-trigeminal-neuralgia</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3e78eb40a9a49d5b7587be</guid><category><![CDATA[Explained for Patients]]></category><category><![CDATA[Specific Clinical Interests]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 13:17:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c87f0d_2f5c3cf1038841128b9fd2338e0f835d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jovana Cosic</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glomus jugulare: Ekspertska hirurgija baze lobanje u AF Medico Beograd]]></title><description><![CDATA[U AF Medico Beograd, Prof. dr Andrew J. Fishman nedavno je predvodio hirurški tim u operativnom uklanjanju velikog glomus jugulare tumora — retkog i…]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/sr/post/glomus-jugulare-ekspertska-hirurgija-baze-lobanje-u-af-medico-beograd</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3bfb82fcc1d13338264a9c</guid><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:59:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c87f0d_4460e33ee7154ea482a1d7532393f8b6~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jovana Cosic</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glomus Jugulare: Expert Skull Base Surgery at AF Medico Belgrade]]></title><description><![CDATA[Glomus Jugulare Surgery Belgrade | Prof. Dr. Andrew J. Fishman | AF Medico]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/post/glomus-jugulare-expert-skull-base-surgery-at-af-medico-belgrade</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3aa64bc4b4b7e8f560f8a8</guid><category><![CDATA[Explained for Patients]]></category><category><![CDATA[Specific Clinical Interests]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 15:36:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c87f0d_4460e33ee7154ea482a1d7532393f8b6~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jovana Cosic</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glosofaringealna neuralgija: dijagnoza i lečenje]]></title><description><![CDATA[Glosofaringealna neuralgija je retko stanje koje izaziva oštar, električan, jednostran bol u grlu, korenu jezika, regiji krajnika ili dubokom delu uha. Zbog sličnosti sa problemima grla, uha, zuba ili krajnika, često se dugo ne prepozna. U ovom tekstu saznajte koji su simptomi, kako se postavlja dijagnoza i koje su mogućnosti lečenja, uključujući lekove, blokade nerva i mikrovaskularnu dekompresiju.]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/sr/post/glosofaringealna-neuralgija-dijagnoza-i-le%C4%8Denje</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a3014604eb83abb35281f79</guid><category><![CDATA[Za pacijente]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:10:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_e167a25790a446ed881f00c943894680~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jovana Cosic</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia: Diagnosis and Treatment]]></title><description><![CDATA[Glossopharyngeal neuralgia is a rare cranial nerve pain disorder that can cause sharp, electric, one-sided pain in the throat, tonsil area, base of the tongue, or deep ear. Because its symptoms often resemble ear, throat, dental, or tonsil problems, it is frequently missed or misdiagnosed. This article explains the key symptoms, diagnostic approach, difference from Eagle syndrome, and treatment options including medication, nerve blocks, and microvascular decompression.]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/post/glossopharyngeal-neuralgia-diagnosis-and-treatment</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2ffc829f283f92396c74a7</guid><category><![CDATA[Explained for Patients]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2026 14:43:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_e167a25790a446ed881f00c943894680~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jovana Cosic</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trigeminalna neuralgija: lečenje od lekova do mikrovaskularne dekompresije]]></title><description><![CDATA[rigeminalna neuralgija izaziva izuzetno jak, kratak bol lica nalik električnom udaru. Saznajte više o simptomima, uzrocima i lečenju, uključujući mikrovaskularnu dekompresiju.]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/sr/post/trigeminalna-neuralgija-i-mikrovaskularna-dekompresija</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a16cb6b2fba0124860972ab</guid><category><![CDATA[Za pacijente]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 10:55:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c87f0d_da8a0eec24c9490eaf618e3358514560~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_400,h_300,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jovana Cosic</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trigeminal Neuralgia and Microvascular Decompression]]></title><description><![CDATA[Author : Prof. Dr. Andrew J. Fishman, M.D. Board-Certified Surgeon in Otology, Neurotology, Skull Base, Head and Neck, Facial Reconstructive, and Sinonasal &#38; Maxillary Surgery Trigeminal neuralgia is sometimes called “the suicide disease” — a label that captures the severity of the pain and the desperation it produces in patients who have not yet found effective treatment. The good news is that this label belongs to a previous era. Modern treatment of trigeminal neuralgia is highly effective,...]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/post/trigeminal-neuralgia-and-microvascular-decompression</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a168304b22ef328630f017a</guid><category><![CDATA[Explained for Patients]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2026 05:59:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c87f0d_f60ac371b026412286d827661a8fe170~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_400,h_300,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jovana Cosic</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bol u licu i glavobolja: lečenje sindroma bola koji se najčešće pogrešno dijagnostikuju]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bol u licu i glavobolja često se pogrešno dijagnostikuju kao migrena, sinusni problem, zubobolja ili bol u vilici. Saznajte kada uzrok može biti neuralgija trigeminusa, okcipitalna neuralgija, glosofaringealna neuralgija ili Eagle sindrom — i kada je potrebna specijalistička procena.]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/sr/post/bol-u-licu-i-glavobolja-le%C4%8Denje-sindroma-bola-koji-se-naj%C4%8De%C5%A1%C4%87e-pogre%C5%A1no-dijagnostikuju</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0dd6d09209fbd4f4f20ed4</guid><category><![CDATA[Za pacijente]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 15:58:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_05f4957d71624d57adb04978ef9348ea~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jovana Cosic</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Facial Pain and Headache: Treatment for the Pain Syndromes Most Often Misdiagnosed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Author : Prof. Dr. Andrew J. Fishman, M.D. Board-Certified Surgeon in Otology, Neurotology, Skull Base, Head and Neck, Facial Reconstructive, and Sinonasal &#38; Maxillary Surgery If You Are Reading This After Years of Pain Facial Pain and Headache: Treatment for the Pain Syndromes Most Often Misdiagnosed by Prof Dr. Andrew Fishman You may have already seen a number of physicians. You may have been told your pain is “just” migraine, or TMJ, or sinus, or stress. You may have been started on...]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/post/facial-pain-and-headache-treatment-for-the-pain-syndromes-most-often-misdiagnosed</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a0dd16a43dc65892e5cadf2</guid><category><![CDATA[Explained for Patients]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 15:40:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_05f4957d71624d57adb04978ef9348ea~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jovana Cosic</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Second Opinion Before Ear Surgery: When Does It Make Sense?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Being told that you may need ear surgery can feel overwhelming. Many patients leave an appointment with questions they did not have time to ask, or with uncertainty about whether surgery is truly necessary. You may wonder: “Do I really need surgery?”“Is this the right procedure for my condition?”“What happens if I wait?”“Should I get another opinion before making a decision?” These are reasonable questions. In many cases, getting a second opinion before ear surgery can help you better...]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/post/second-opinion-before-ear-surgery-when-does-it-make-sense</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a01eb17160bfc81f64fc7e0</guid><category><![CDATA[Explained for Patients]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 14:51:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_f1eb9a4c53ee44f79924cc0b3fe929cc~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jovana Cosic</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drugo mišljenje pre operacije uha: kada ima smisla?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kada pacijent čuje da mu je možda potrebna operacija uha, potpuno je prirodno da se pojave zabrinutost, nedoumice i dodatna pitanja. Možda se pitate: “Da li mi je operacija zaista potrebna?”“Da li postoji drugo rešenje?”“Koliko je stanje hitno?”“Šta se dešava ako sačekam?”“Da li treba da potražim drugo mišljenje pre operacije uha?” Ovo su važna pitanja. Kod složenih bolesti uha, sluha, unutrašnjeg uha, ravnoteže, facijalnog nerva i baze lobanje, drugo mišljenje može pomoći pacijentu da bolje...]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/sr/post/drugo-misljenje-operacija-uha</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a01cd6f48aeb3fcb23cf025</guid><category><![CDATA[Za pacijente]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 12:53:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_f1eb9a4c53ee44f79924cc0b3fe929cc~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jovana Cosic</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kada treba posetiti specijalistu za probleme sa uhom, sluhom ili ravnotežom?]]></title><description><![CDATA[kada-treba-posetiti-specijalistu-za-probleme-sa-uhom-sluhom-ili-ravnotežom]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/sr/post/kada-treba-posetiti-specijalistu-za-probleme-sa-uhom-sluhom-ili-ravnotezom</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe1c2757c1b4d987675276</guid><category><![CDATA[Specifična klinička interesovanja]]></category><category><![CDATA[Za pacijente]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:37:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_bab974fd02544f4791ef7b5fc881efba~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jovana Cosic</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Should You See a Specialist for Ear, Hearing, or Balance Problems?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ear, hearing, and balance symptoms can be difficult to judge. Some patients notice mild changes, such as ringing in the ear or occasional dizziness, and wonder if they should wait. Others experience sudden hearing loss, repeated infections, or facial weakness and are unsure whether they need urgent care or a specialist opinion. If you are asking yourself, “Are my symptoms serious enough to see a specialist?”, the safest answer is this: symptoms that are new, persistent, one-sided, worsening,...]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/post/when-should-you-see-a-specialist-for-ear-hearing-or-balance-problems</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fe1a44ecab901137516984</guid><category><![CDATA[Explained for Patients]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:22:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_bab974fd02544f4791ef7b5fc881efba~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jovana Cosic</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Advancing Precision in Pediatric Cochlear Implant Surgery: What Transimpedance Matrix Measurements Can Tell Us]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cochlear implantation has transformed the lives of children with severe to profound hearing loss. For many families, it represents the beginning of access to sound, speech development, communication, and deeper participation in daily life. As surgeons and hearing specialists, our responsibility does not end with placing the device. We must continue improving how precisely, safely, and reliably we place cochlear implant electrodes inside the inner ear. That is why I am pleased to highlight our...]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/post/advancing-precision-in-pediatric-cochlear-implant-surgery-what-transimpedance-matrix-measurements-c</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69efe64e24f9d3e5cd6e70dd</guid><category><![CDATA[Specific Clinical Interests]]></category><category><![CDATA[International Medicine]]></category><category><![CDATA[Explained for Patients]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:50:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c87f0d_5f4da3ed55344f7eadbe25cd410ae740~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_943,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jovana Cosic</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Comprehensive Guide to the Best Treatments for Otosclerosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Otosclerosis is a complex condition affecting the bones of the middle ear, leading to progressive hearing loss. As someone deeply involved in the field of otology and skull base surgery, I have witnessed firsthand the challenges patients face when navigating treatment options. This guide aims to provide a thorough understanding of the best treatments for otosclerosis, combining clinical insights with practical recommendations to assist those affected by this condition. Understanding...]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/post/comprehensive-guide-to-the-best-treatments-for-otosclerosis</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d4b90b838edf8f8dd5121c</guid><category><![CDATA[Explained for Patients]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:46:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c87f0d_2ead7850b96d419b945e646150419ec8~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jovana Cosic</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Across Borders and Disciplines: Inside the Amrita Skull Base and Microsurgery Program 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[In early 2026 an international group of surgeons, trainees, and observers gathered in India for the Amrita Skull Base and Microsurgery Program, an educational initiative combining skull base surgical demonstrations with intensive microsurgical training and cadaveric dissection. The program brought together faculty and participants from multiple countries and was organized through the Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences in Kochi, with additional laboratory training conducted at the Amrita...]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/post/across-borders-and-disciplines-inside-the-amrita-skull-base-and-microsurgery-program-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b80c2abae3e800161a4538</guid><category><![CDATA[International Medicine]]></category><category><![CDATA[Specific Clinical Interests]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 14:50:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c87f0d_cc13bad59f4244ba971cdbf76b98e39b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_960,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jovana Cosic</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Article Published in Frontiers in Oncology Gains Strong Interest from the Global Surgical Community]]></title><description><![CDATA[A recently published scientific article in Frontiers in Oncology  has been received extremely well within the community of surgeons, oncologists, and medical researchers. Since its publication, the paper has already achieved more than 145 downloads , reflecting strong early interest from medical professionals and experts in the field of oncology. Early engagement metrics like downloads are an important indicator in academic publishing. They show how quickly a study is being discovered and...]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/post/article-published-in-frontiers-in-oncology-gains-strong-interest-from-the-global-surgical-community</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69aca862d66894c6d6f72464</guid><category><![CDATA[International Medicine]]></category><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 22:41:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c87f0d_67f3cb4dabb843ea910e5ff6216e21f2~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jovana Cosic</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top Neurotologists Available for Online Neurotologist Consultations]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the realm of complex ear, skull base, and head and neck conditions, the expertise of a neurotologist is indispensable. These specialists possess advanced knowledge and surgical skills that address intricate disorders affecting the auditory and vestibular systems, as well as related neurological structures. With the advent of telemedicine, patients now have unprecedented access to top neurotologists through online consultations, facilitating timely diagnosis and management regardless of...]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/post/top-neurotologists-available-for-online-neurotologist-consultations</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6997296e563224cff611ce8b</guid><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 08:05:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c87f0d_9c4302500786474bb41f0caf8023c9a4~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_576,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Andrew Fishman</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Otosclerosis Treatment Options Explained]]></title><description><![CDATA[Otosclerosis is a complex condition affecting the bones of the middle ear, leading to progressive hearing loss. As someone deeply involved in the field of otology and skull base surgery, I have encountered numerous cases where understanding the nuances of otosclerosis treatment options is crucial for optimal patient outcomes. This article aims to provide a detailed exploration of the available treatments, their mechanisms, and considerations for patients facing this challenging diagnosis....]]></description><link>https://www.andrewfishmanmd.com/post/otosclerosis-treatment-options-explained</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698b8ed2e2bc92e835ddfe68</guid><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:57:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/c87f0d_63a0144aeb2c443d98e0105dfbb8da0c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_576,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Andrew Fishman</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>