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Total Citations
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About
David M. Cognetti is a leading head and neck surgeon whose research has fundamentally advanced the field of transoral robotic surgery (TORS). His work centers on expanding the applications of TORS, particularly for complex tumors of the parapharyngeal space, while rigorously evaluating patient outcomes. A key contribution is his pioneering study on the transoral robotic approach to parapharyngeal space tumors (77 citations), which established critical safety and efficacy benchmarks. Cognetti has also been instrumental in developing evidence-based postoperative care, as demonstrated by his multiphasic study on opioid-prescribing practices (48 citations), which directly addressed a critical gap in otolaryngology guidelines. His research further explores the prognostic impact of smoking on HPV-positive oropharyngeal cancer (38 citations) and the comparative effectiveness of surgery versus chemoradiation for early-stage disease (24 citations). With a portfolio of highly cited work, Cognetti is recognized for not only refining surgical techniques but also for improving patient safety through innovations like intraoperative neuromonitoring to prevent brachial plexus injury (42 citations). His comprehensive approach—from preoperative planning to functional outcomes—has made him a pivotal figure in modern head and neck oncologic surgery.
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- 5Unplanned readmission following transoral robotic surgery34 citations · 2017
- 6Early Adoption of Transoral Robotic Surgical Program28 citations · 2012
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