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Stevie Nicks' $3M Gift Honors Voice Doctor
6 Jun
Summary
- Stevie Nicks donated $3 million to USC's medical school.
- The donation establishes an endowed chair for otolaryngology.
- The chair honors Dr. Joseph Sugerman, Nicks' longtime physician.
Legendary musician Stevie Nicks has made a significant contribution of $3 million to the University of Southern California's Keck School of Medicine. This substantial gift has funded the creation of an endowed chair in otolaryngology. The newly established position is named the Stevie Nicks and Joseph Sugerman, MD, Endowed Chair in Otolaryngology. It is dedicated to recognizing Dr. Joseph Sugerman, a Beverly Hills-based ear, nose, and throat specialist.
Dr. Sugerman has provided care for Nicks' voice for many years, particularly during extensive touring and recording sessions. Nicks stated her confidence in Dr. Sugerman's ability to maintain her vocal health. The endowed chair honors his nearly 50-year career, which includes his alma mater, USC, where he also served as faculty. This initiative aims to advance vocal medicine, acknowledging Sugerman's extensive practice and dedication to patients, especially entertainers.
The first recipient of this prestigious endowed chair is Dr. Michael M Johns, who leads the USC Voice Center. Dr. Johns is recognized as a leading expert in professional voice care. The USC Voice Center offers comprehensive services for voice, airway, and swallowing disorders across the Los Angeles area. Nicks' connection to USC began in 1979.
