Hsin‐Hsin Huang

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Hsin-Hsin Huang is a surgeon-scientist whose work sits at the intersection of otolaryngology, sleep medicine, and advanced robotic surgery. Her primary research focuses on the functional outcomes of transoral robotic surgery (TORS) for obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS), with a particular emphasis on how these procedures alter the upper airway’s anatomy and physiology. In her most-cited study (2021, 5 citations), she systematically assessed voice changes in OSAS patients following combined tongue-base resection and uvulopharyngopalatoplasty via TORS, demonstrating that enlargement of the oropharynx and hypopharynx—while beneficial for airway patency—significantly modifies the vocal resonance chamber. This work provides critical data for preoperative counseling and highlights the trade-off between sleep and voice outcomes. Huang has also contributed to the management of rare laryngeal pathologies, as seen in her 2023 report on combining TORS with transarterial embolization for adult laryngeal hemangioma (2 citations), showcasing her versatility in minimally invasive head-and-neck surgery. Her research bridges the gap between surgical innovation and patient-centered quality-of-life measures, making her a valuable voice in the evolving field of robotic otolaryngology.