Elizabeth Anne Guardiani, MD

Elizabeth Anne Guardiani, MD

Laryngology, Otolaryngology

Associate Professor of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Maryland School of Medicine

Elizabeth Anne Guardiani, MD

UM Faculty Physicians, Inc.

Languages: English, Spanish

Gender: Female

Locations

UM Peds Otorhinolaryngology Columbia

5900 Waterloo Road
Suite 250
Columbia, MD 21045
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PH: 667-214-2100

FAX: 410-799-2612

UMMC Adult Otorhinolaryngology

16 South Eutaw Street
Suite 400
Baltimore, MD 21201
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PH: 410-328-6866

FAX: 410-328-0889

About Me

Dr. Guardiani is an otorhinolaryngologist (head and neck surgeon). She specializes in voice, swallowing and airway disorders. 

“I am passionate about improving my patients’ quality of life. Whether it’s a bothersome throat complaint or a more serious problem, such as vocal cord cancer or working to get a tracheostomy removed, I try to provide individualized care to each patient for the best possible outcome. I truly enjoy getting to know my patients and tackling even the most challenging cases. I treat each of my patients as I would want a member of my family treated.”

Dr. Guardiani has several areas of expertise, which include:

  • Airway scarring and narrowing (subglottic stenosis and tracheal stenosis)
  • Breathing problems (paradoxical vocal cord motion or vocal cord dysfunction)
  • Chronic cough 
  • Chronic throat pain 
  • Hoarseness/voice problems 
  • Neurologic disorders of the voice (spasmodic dysphonia, Parkinson’s disease, vocal tremor)
  • Oromandibular Dystonia  
  • Recurrent respiratory papillomatosis  
  • Swallowing troubles (Zenker’s diverticulum and cricopharyngeal spasm)
  • Tracheostomy dependence  
  • Vocal cord cancer
  • Vocal cord paralysis
  • Vocal cord nodules, polyps or cysts

Advances in care have enabled Dr. Guardini to perform a wide variety of treatments in the office without general anesthesia, such as:

  • Botulinum toxin (Botox) injections
  • Laryngeal biopsies
  • Laser treatments  
  • Stroboscopy
  • Vocal cord injections

These minimally invasive procedures allow for quicker healing and less pain. 

Ratings and Reviews

The star rating is an average of responses to our patient satisfaction survey. Patients measure their experience with our providers on a scale of 1 to 5 stars, 1 being “Very Poor” and 5 being “Very Good.”  Learn more about the patient satisfaction survey.

4.9/5 stars
Overall
4.9
Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.9
Provider explained things clearly
4.9
Provider showed concern
4.9
Provider included you in decisions
4.9
Provider discussed treatment options

Patient Reviews (19)

We post all reviews unless they include profanity, are off topic or discuss other providers, or may risk the privacy of a patient.

  • Great experience with Dr. Guardiani & staff assistant.

  • Good

  • Dr. Guardiani is fantastic! In addition to being an excellent doctor, hHer bedside manner and compassion is second to none.

  • Dr. Guardiani has the best bed side manner and is always up to date with my medical history. As I have said before, she is my all time favorite provider out of the many that I have.

  • I was especially impressed that Dr. Guardiani listened carefully to my concerns, shared treatment options, and included me in the decision-making process.

  • Dr. Guardiani is amazing.

  • The overall experience was excellent.

  • Dr. G is one of the best. She is knowledgeable and cares. Very lucky to have her.

  • Dr. Guardiani is exceptional!!

  • Dr Guardiani has been amazing from start to finish! I was referred to her by another physician because what I needed was more involved than what he handled in his office. Dr Guardiani made me feel informed and comfortable throughout my experience.

  • Clear communication and answered all of my questions.

  • Excellent experience

  • She is super! I could not ask for a better physician.

  • Dr. Elizabeth Guardiani is the best! I always feel at ease when I have an appointment with her. She shows much concern and is very gentle when performing my procedure.

  • Very good, comfortable experience

  • I couldn't be happier !!!

  • Good experience

  • Doctor gave good upfront on the exam she performed

  • Dr G is the best she has the best bedside manner she's approachable she listens. She is informed about your condition medications other doctor visits procedures everything she is hands-down one of the best doctors I have ever had in my life and I will recommend her to everybody.