Tamara Wasserman‐Wincko
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, University of Pittsburgh
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Tamara Wasserman-Wincko is a clinician-researcher whose work centers on swallowing function and quality of life in patients with oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma (OPSCC). Her primary research areas include transoral robotic surgery (TORS), radiation oncology, and post-treatment dysphagia. In her landmark 2017 prospective study, she was among the first to rigorously characterize short-term swallowing difficulties following TORS, revealing that perioperative dysphagia is more common and severe than previously recognized—a finding that has shaped postoperative care protocols and earned over 50 citations. Her 2021 cross-sectional analysis further advanced the field by comparing quality-of-life outcomes in advanced OPSCC patients treated with either radiation or TORS, demonstrating that treatment modality significantly impacts long-term swallowing and patient-reported well-being. By bridging the gap between surgical oncology and rehabilitation, Wasserman-Wincko has provided critical evidence that informs shared decision-making for patients facing these aggressive cancers. Her work continues to influence survivorship care, underscoring the importance of multidisciplinary follow-up to optimize both oncologic and functional outcomes.
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