Hannah R. Crowder

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Hannah R. Crowder is a clinical researcher whose work focuses on swallowing function and surgical outcomes in head and neck oncology, with a particular emphasis on oropharyngeal carcinoma. Her most cited paper, "Swallowing Function Following Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy and Transoral Robotic Surgery for Oropharyngeal Carcinoma: A 2‐Year Follow‐up" (2021, 12 citations), provides critical longitudinal data on how patients with HPV-positive oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (HPV+ OPSCC) recover swallowing after combined neoadjuvant chemotherapy and transoral robotic surgery (NAC+S). This work is significant because it addresses a key quality-of-life concern for survivors, offering evidence that helps refine treatment protocols to preserve function while maintaining oncologic control. Crowder also contributed to "Clinical Outcomes and Technical Approach of Thymectomy in the Veterans Health Administration" (2021, 4 citations), expanding her expertise into thoracic surgery outcomes. Her research is particularly valuable for clinicians and researchers seeking to balance aggressive cancer treatment with long-term functional preservation. By tracking patients over two years, Crowder’s work provides actionable insights into the durability of swallowing recovery, making her a notable voice in the evolving landscape of minimally invasive head and neck cancer care.