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Dr. Alessandra Caracciolo is a pioneering head and neck surgeon whose work is redefining minimally invasive approaches to cancer treatment. Her primary research focuses on the application of 3D exoscopic surgery—a cutting-edge technology that offers a high-definition, three-dimensional view without the need for traditional operating microscopes or bulky robotic systems. Dr. Caracciolo’s major contributions center on adapting this technology for complex procedures, most notably in her highly cited 2020 study on "3D Exoscopic Surgery (3Des) for Transoral Oropharyngectomy" (35 citations). This work addresses the rising incidence of HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer by offering a precise, unimodal surgical alternative. She has also pioneered the VITOM-3D system for retroauricular (behind-the-ear) neck dissections, demonstrating in both cadaveric and clinical studies (2020, 2021) that this technique can replace costly robotic surgery while maintaining oncologic safety and improving cosmetic outcomes. Her work at the Candiolo Cancer Institute is instrumental in making advanced, cost-effective surgical care more accessible, establishing her as a key innovator in the future of head and neck oncology.