Shaum Sridharan

University of Pittsburgh, UPMC Health System, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

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Shaum Sridharan’s research focuses on improving outcomes for patients with oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma, particularly those with HPV-related disease. His work bridges surgical innovation and oncologic precision, with major contributions in three key areas: refining staging accuracy, managing surgical complications, and optimizing perioperative care. His most cited paper (14 citations) critically evaluates the limitations of PET/CT in predicting the AJCC 8th edition pathologic staging for HPV-positive oropharyngeal cancer, highlighting a crucial gap between imaging and true disease burden that directly impacts treatment planning. Sridharan has also advanced the understanding of post-operative risks in transoral robotic surgery (TORS), demonstrating that post-operative hemorrhage can delay critical adjuvant therapy—a finding with direct implications for survival (8 citations). Additionally, his scoping review on pain management after TORS (3 citations) identifies pain as a driver of readmission and treatment delays, offering evidence-based strategies to improve recovery. By addressing these interconnected challenges—staging, safety, and symptom control—Sridharan’s work helps shape more effective, patient-centered care for head and neck cancer patients.