Dr. Mark Swanson is a fellowship-trained UCI Health head and neck surgeon. He earned his medical degree at the Ohio State University, followed by a residency in otolaryngology at University of Southern California. He continued his training with a fellowship in cancer and reconstructive surgery at the University of Miami and returned to USC to join the faculty before joining UCI. His expertise is in the treatment of benign and malignant tumors of the mouth, throat, salivary glands, neck and thyroid gland. He utilizes advanced robotic, organ preservation and microvascular reconstructive techniques to maximize quality of life after treatment.
Swanson works in a multi-disciplinary team including surgeons, radiation oncologists, medical oncologists and speech/swallow therapists to provide complete care for head and neck diseases.
In addition to treating patients, Swanson has a research interest in oncologic and quality of life outcomes in head and neck cancers.
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Clinical Interests:
Head and neck cancer and reconstruction, transoral robotic surgery, microvascular reconstruction
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Professional Positions
Associate Professor — Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, UC Irvine School of Medicine
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Gender
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Medical Education
- Ohio State University College of Medicine
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Residencies
- University of Southern California/LAC+USC Medical Center - Specialty - Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery
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Fellowships
- University of Miami/Jackson Health System - Head & Neck and Microvascular Surgery
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Languages Spoken
English
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