Kody Bolk, MD

Kody Bolk, MD

Rhinology and Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery
Otolaryngology | Rhinology
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    About me

    Dr. Kody Bolk is dedicated to providing compassionate and respectful care to all patients. To stay informed on the latest advancements in the field, he is an active member of several national organizations, including the North American Skull Base Society, the American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy, and the American Rhinologic Society. His research interests include management of nasal polyps and patient reported outcomes following surgery for chronic sinusitis and skull base surgery.  

    Outside of his professional commitments, Dr. Bolk enjoys spending quality time with his family, golfing, fishing, and watching both professional and college football.

    Areas of Expertise and Research Interests:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Nasal Polyposis
    • Sinonasal Tumors
    • Endoscopic Pituitary and Skull Base Surgery
    • CSF Rhinorrhea
    • Orbital Decompression for Graves Disease
    • Dacryocystorhinostomy
    • Cystic Fibrosis
    Dr. Bolk working examining patient's nose

    Gender

    Male

    Education & training

    Positions
    Assistant Professor
    Medical School
    SIU School of Medicine, Springfield, IL
    Undergraduate Degree
    BA of Biology, McKendree University, IL
    Residency
    Otolaryngology, Louisiana State University - New Orleans, New Orleans, LA
    Fellowship
    Neurorhinology and Skull Base Surgery, Emory University, Atlanta, GA

    Specialties

    Treatments & procedures

    Patients in waiting room

    Appointments

    SIU Medicine strongly encourages all patients to verify coverage, benefits and which providers are considered in-network with their health plan. SIU Medicine has more than 300 health care providers ready to serve you and your family. SIU Medicine accepts a wide variety of governmental and non-governmental health plans to serve our community. 

    Clinical locations

    Locations

    SIU Medicine Otolaryngology | Ear, Nose & Throat Clinic

    720 North Bond Street Springfield, IL 62702
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    217-545-8000
    Locations

    SIU Medicine Otolaryngology | Rhinology and Endoscopic Skull Base Care Clinic

    102 W. Kenwood Ave. Decatur, IL 62526 Lower Level
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    217-545-8000

    Publications

    Bolk, Kody G, and Sarah K Wise*. “Biologic Therapies across Nasal Polyp Subtypes.” Journal of personalized medicine 14.4 (2024): 432.

    Bolk, K. G.,* Edwards, T. S., Wise, S. K., & DelGaudio, J. M. (2023). Allergy and Asthma Prevalence and Management Across Nasal Polyp Subtypes. Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.otc.2023.09.001

    Bolk K, G. Mueller K, Phalke N, Walvekar RR*. Management of Benign Salivary Gland Conditions. Surgical Clinics of North America. 2022;102(2):209-231. doi:10.1016/j.suc.2022.01.001

    Bolk, K. G., Roth, K. A., Sharma, A., & Crosby, D. L.* (2020). Patient-Reported Outcomes in Sinonasal and Skull Base Malignancy: An Assessment of Study Quality and Clinical Relevance. American Journal of Rhinology & Allergy, 34(6), 822–829.

    Hospital Privileges

    Memorial Health Hospital, Springfield, IL

    HSHS St. Johns Hospital, Springfield, IL