Dr. Vanessa Torrecillas, MD

Dr. Vanessa Torrecillas specializes in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, focusing on disorders of the ear, nose, and throat. She earned her medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences before completing her residency at the University of Utah School of Medicine in 2022. Dr. Torrecillas further advanced her expertise through a fellowship at the University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Center in 2023. With nine years of experience in the field, she provides comprehensive care for patients with complex head and neck conditions. She communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Torrecillas practices at multiple UVA Health locations throughout Charlottesville, Virginia, including the ENT Clinic, University Medical Center, Charlottesville ENT Associates, and Surgical Care Riverside. She has particular expertise in treating voice-related conditions such as vocal cord dysfunction, voice problems, and spasmodic dysphonia. Her procedural skills …include performing fiberoptic pharyngoscopy and flexible laryngoscopy to diagnose throat and voice box issues, as well as providing sedation services for patient comfort during procedures. Patients consistently rate her highly, giving her an average score of 5.0.