Ana Robles Alonso

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Ana Robles Alonso is a pioneering figure in head and neck surgery, with a focused expertise in minimally invasive robotic techniques for complex anatomical regions. Her major contribution lies in demonstrating the feasibility and safety of transoral robotic surgery (TORS) for challenging pathologies, most notably illustrated by her seminal 2016 work on the "Transoral Fully Robotic Dissection of a Parapharyngeal Hemangioma." This case, which has garnered 11 citations, was a landmark proof-of-concept, showing that robotic instrumentation could navigate the intricate parapharyngeal space—an area traditionally requiring highly invasive, open approaches with significant functional and cosmetic sequelae. By proving that robotic dissection could minimize surgical damage while maintaining oncologic rigor, Alonso directly addressed a critical need in head and neck oncology: reducing the trade-off between radical resection and quality of life. Her work has helped catalyze a paradigm shift, establishing TORS as a viable, less morbid alternative for select tumors. Through this achievement, Alonso has positioned herself as a key advocate for the integration of advanced robotics into otolaryngology, inspiring a new generation of surgeons to push the boundaries of what is possible in minimally invasive head and neck surgery.