Tjoson Tjoa

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Tjoson Tjoa is a head and neck surgeon whose research focuses on the surgical management of human papillomavirus (HPV)-positive oropharyngeal cancer, particularly through the use of transoral robotic surgery (TORS). His most impactful work, a 2023 study on TORS in HPV+ oropharyngeal cancer of unknown primary, has garnered 8 citations and leverages the National Cancer Database to assess treatment trends and survival outcomes, offering critical insights into this challenging clinical scenario. Tjoa has also explored robotic-assisted neck dissection and the controversial role of extra-capsular nodal extension in guiding adjuvant therapy for HPV+ disease, with a 2025 institutional review contributing to the debate on whether radiation alone or chemoradiation is optimal. His work directly addresses the de-escalation of treatment in this favorable-prognosis population, aiming to reduce morbidity without compromising oncologic control. With a growing citation footprint and a focus on precision surgery and evidence-based adjuvant decisions, Tjoa is shaping modern approaches to HPV-related head and neck cancer, making him a key voice for students and researchers interested in the intersection of robotics, viral oncology, and personalized cancer care.