Claire Gleadhill, MD
My name is Claire Gleadhill, I was born in Tempe, AZ and spent much of my childhood in Memphis, TN. For my undergraduate degree I attended California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo, CA where I majored in Child Development and Psychology. I then attended East Tennessee State University Quillen College of Medicine for medical school in Johnson City, TN. During my fourth year of medical school I had the chance to rotate with University of Arizona’s Otolaryngology- Head and Neck Surgery team and immediately felt at home with the residents and faculty. I am so excited to have the chance to train at a place that has so much camaraderie between its providers. In my free time, I love to garden, travel, practice yoga, hike, fly fish, and spend time cooking and eating with family and friends. I couldn’t be more excited to join the ranks of such an awesome group of people here and I’m eager to explore all the new adventures Arizona has to offer!
What attracted you to UArizona?
I was very fortunate to spend a month on the ENT service during my fourth year of medical school. Through this experience I was able to gain an incredible amount of surgical knowledge and skill in a supportive and encouraging atmosphere. I knew it was the right place for me to continue my training. The amount of surgical experience and support is amazing, I was even operating on my very first day of intern year!
What is your favorite surgery to be involved in?
So far, my favorite surgeries have been wide local excisions, total laryngectomies, and adenotonsillectomies. I look forward to gaining more experience and finding new favorite surgeries along the way.
What do you enjoy doing in your spare time?
I absolutely love plants and animals. The biodiversity of Tucson is incredible and I have enjoyed watching my many species of cacti and succulents thrive here. I also love to read, practice yoga, fly fish, and hike.
What are your long term goals?
At this time, I have yet to decide whether I will pursue a fellowship or work in private practice, however I do know that I want to be a kind, capable, and confident surgeon.