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About
John Hardman is a leading head and neck surgeon whose research focuses on advancing transoral robotic surgery (TORS) for the most challenging cases: recurrent and residual cancers of the upper aerodigestive tract. His major contributions center on demonstrating that TORS is a viable, minimally invasive option for patients who have already undergone radiation, offering a path to salvage surgery with reduced morbidity. Hardman’s work has been instrumental in shifting treatment paradigms, particularly through his landmark systematic review and meta-analysis (31 citations) and the international RECUT cohort study (29 citations), which together provide robust evidence for TORS’ oncological effectiveness in previously irradiated fields. He has also pioneered innovative techniques, such as integrating real-time radiologist-operated intraoral ultrasound to guide surgery, and adapting patient positioning for those with severe thoracic kyphosis. Beyond survival, Hardman’s research emphasizes functional outcomes and quality of life, including a meta-analysis on swallowing and quality-of-life after salvage surgery (10 citations). His work has reshaped how clinicians approach dysphagia management in recurrent disease, highlighting the importance of preserving function. With over 100 combined citations across his most-cited papers, Hardman is a recognized authority in salvage TORS, driving a paradigm shift toward less invasive, function-sparing treatments for this high-risk patient population.
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