Christopher Grindle, MD

Division Head, Otolaryngology | Pediatric Otolaryngologist

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Christopher Grindle, MD, is the Division Head of Otolaryngology at Connecticut Children's. Dr. Grindle has particular clinical interests in chronic ear disease, hearing loss, cochlear implants and endoscopic evaluation and management of ear disease. His clinical and research interests include the use of technology within otolaryngology, endoscopic management of middle ear disease, pediatric hearing loss, quality and safety improvements, medical education utilizing simulation and competency-based training.

Education

University of Wisconsin Medical School

Residency

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

Fellowship

Alfred I. Dupont Hospital for Children

American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery

Associate Professor of Surgery, University of Connecticut School of Medicine

  • Valdez TA, Spegazzini N, Pandey R, Longo K, Grindle C, Peterson D, Barman I. Multi-color reflectance imaging of middle ear pathology in vivo. Anal Bioanal Chem. 2015 May;407(12):3277-83. doi: 10.1007/s00216-015-8580-y. Epub 2015 Mar 10. PubMed PMID: 25753015.
  • O’Reilly RC, Soundar S, Tonb D, Bolling L, Yoo E, Nadal T, Grindle C, Field E, He Z. The role of gastric pepsin in the inflammatory cascade of pediatric otitis media. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2015 Apr;141(4):350-7. doi: 10.1001/jamaoto.2014.3581. PubMed PMID: 25633964.
  • Grindle CR. Pediatric hearing loss. Pediatr Rev. 2014 Nov;35(11):456-63; quiz 464. doi: 10.1542/pir.35-11-456. Review. Erratum in: Pediatr Rev. 2014 Dec;35(12):539. PubMed PMID: 25361905.
  • Marom T, Joseph RA, Grindle CR, Shah UK. Tracheotomy after laryngotracheoplasty: risk factors over 10 years. [Corrected]. J Pediatr Surg. 2014 Aug;49(8):1206-9. doi: 10.1016/j.jpedsurg.2013.11.065. Epub 2013 Nov 28. Erratum in: J Pediatr Surg. 2014 Dec;49(12):1882. PubMed PMID: 25092077.
  • Levi J, Grindle C, O’Reilly R. Pie-slice tympanoplasty for transcanal removal of small congenital cholesteatoma. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. 2012 Nov;76(11):1583-7. doi: 10.1016/j.ijporl.2012.07.017. Epub 2012 Aug 4. PubMed PMID: 22867519.
  • Grindle CR. Murray R. Chennupati SK. Barth P. Reilly JR Incidence of Revision Adenoidectomy in Children. Laryngoscope, 121:2128-2130, 2011.
  • Dalton P. Menella JA. Maute C. Castor SM. Silva-Garcia A. Slotkin J. Grindle CR. Parkes W. Pribitkin EA. Reilly JR. Development of a Test to Evaluate Olfactory Function in a Pediatric Population. Laryngoscope, 121:1843–1850, 2011.
  • Grindle CR, Shah GB, O’Reilly RC. Intratympanic membrane cholesteatoma: A rare bilateral presentation within a single-institution case series, Int. J. Pediatr. Otorhinolaryngol. Extra 6 (2011) 373-375.
  • O’Reilly R, Grindle CR, Zwicky EF, Morlet T. Development of the vestibular system and balance function: differential diagnosis in the pediatric population, Otolaryngol Clin North Am (2011) Apr;44(2):251-71.
  • Levi J. Grindle CR. O’Reilly RC. Pie-slice tympanoplasty for transcanal removal of small congenital cholesteatoma. Int. J. Pediatr. Otorhinolaryngol. Accepted for publication.
  • Grindle CR. Murray R. Chennupati SK. Barth P. Reilly JR Incidence of Revision Adenoidectomy in Children. Laryngoscope, 121:2128-2130, 2011.
  • Dalton P. Menella JA. Maute C. Castor SM. Silva-Garcia A. Slotkin J. Grindle CR. Parkes W. Pribitkin EA. Reilly JR. Development of a Test to Evaluate Olfactory Function in a Pediatric Population. Laryngoscope, 121:1843–1850, 2011.
  • Grindle CR, Shah GB, O’Reilly RC. Intratympanic membrane cholesteatoma: A rare bilateral presentation within a single-institution case series, Int. J. Pediatr. Otorhinolaryngol. Extra 6 (2011) 373-375.
  • O’Reilly R, Grindle CR, Zwicky EF, Morlet T. Development of the vestibular system and balance function: differential diagnosis in the pediatric population, Otolaryngol Clin North Am (2011) Apr;44(2):251-71.
  • Grindle CR. Shah UK. Rhinologic Issues in CHARGE. In Hartshorne T, Hefner M, Davenport S, Thelin J, Eds. CHARGE Syndrome. Plural Publishing (San Diego, CA) 1/2011.
  • Grindle CR. O’Reilly R. Morlet T. Central Auditory Processing Deficiency Associated with Anatomic Deficit in Left Superior Temporal Lobe. Laryngoscope (2010) 120(8):1671-4.

Locations Where I See Patients

Exterior of 505 Farmington Avenue

Connecticut Children's Specialty Care and Surgery Center – Farmington

505 Farmington Avenue
Farmington, CT06032
United States

Otolaryngologist Christopher Grindle talks during a Q&A

Recent Blog Posts by Christopher Grindle, MD

The child got water in his ear while swimming in the sea. The girl cleans her ear from water
Blog - Growing Healthy

Swimmer’s Ear: 7 Things to Know and How to Treat It

Blog - Growing Healthy

Beyond Repeat Ear Infections: Avery’s Healthy Ear Journey

Young boy getting his ears examined
Blog - Growing Healthy

4 Things to Know About Ear Tube Surgery for Kids

Blog - Growing Healthy

5 Tips for Parents of Kids With Hearing Loss

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Most Recent Comments

March 3, 2025
Dr Grindle is absolutely amazing with a wonderful bedside manner. He not only listens to me as the parent , but my child as well
January 1, 2025
Overall, we had a very good experience! The toy for my son's birthday was especially thoughtful.
December 12, 2024
He was very informative and explained things to me and options.
December 12, 2024
Loved the Dr and staff. They were wonderful, attentive, and caring.
November 11, 2024
Dr. Grindle is always patient, kind and willing to listen and work together to come up with the best plan for my child. He is nothing short of excellent with his patients .
November 11, 2024
Dr. Grindle was wonderful. He was very informative and reassuring. I felt that he really listened to my concerns. I like that he included my daughter in the conversation even though she is so young. It was a very positive experience.
October 10, 2024
Dr Grindle is amazing! Excellent bedside manor not just explains to parents but focuses on patient and asked if they had questions and answers with respect.
September 9, 2024
Love Dr Grindle I feelSo confident and comfortable with his expertise and he is so good with the kids and explains things in a way I can understand
August 8, 2024
Great experience with everyone here!
June 6, 2024
Dr. Grindle is the best doctor my family has interacted with. He engaged the whole family, not just the patient, in the conversation. Took the time to explain different clinical phenomenon and answer all our questions. His listening skills were exceptional. His humor made my daughter very comfortable to open up about different concerns she had. He treated us like we were the only patients in the practice- gave us undivided attention and did not rush through the visit. We have been telling everyone about this exceptional doctor and our experience.
June 6, 2024
He explained everything clearly and was so nice and engaging with our son. Made us feel at ease
June 6, 2024
Dr Grindle was great with my child. Listened to what our concerns were and appropriately made recommendations!
May 5, 2024
Dr. Grindle is fantastic! He's personable, so smart. Everything I want in a doctor taking care of my child.