Alexa Castellano
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Dr. Alexa Castellano is a leading clinician-researcher in head and neck surgical oncology, with a primary focus on functional outcomes and quality of life following advanced surgical interventions. Her key research areas include transoral robotic surgery (TORS), swallowing rehabilitation, and patient-reported outcome measures. Dr. Castellano’s most influential work, her 2019 systematic review on validated quality of life and swallow outcomes after TORS, has garnered 39 citations and remains a foundational reference in the field. This landmark study critically synthesized evidence to clarify how TORS affects posttreatment swallowing and overall well-being, providing essential benchmarks for both surgeons and patients. Beyond this, her research has helped establish standardized protocols for assessing functional recovery, directly influencing clinical decision-making and survivorship care. Dr. Castellano’s contributions have been recognized through multiple academic awards and invited lectures, and she is actively involved in mentoring the next generation of otolaryngology researchers. Her work continues to shape the paradigm of patient-centered care in head and neck cancer treatment.
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