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Dr. Bassem Mettias is a head and neck surgeon whose research centers on advancing transoral robotic surgery (TORS) to improve outcomes for patients with head and neck cancers, particularly those with cancers of unknown primary (CUP). His most significant contribution is a landmark six-year study on transoral robotic tongue base mucosectomy for CUP, which demonstrated TORS’s superior diagnostic capability over traditional panendoscopy in identifying occult primary tumors. This work, published in 2023, has already garnered 4 citations and is shaping diagnostic protocols. Dr. Mettias has also prospectively evaluated the morbidity and mortality associated with TORS, providing critical safety data for this minimally invasive approach. His latest research investigates how the specific surgical site within the head and neck impacts post-operative swallowing and speech function, aiming to refine patient counseling and rehabilitation. By systematically quantifying both the diagnostic yield and functional consequences of TORS, Dr. Mettias is helping to establish evidence-based guidelines that prioritize oncologic control while preserving quality of life, making him a key voice in the evolution of robotic head and neck surgery.