Prof. Mohammad Alessa | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

Consultant at King Abdullah Medical city, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Alessa Mohammad Ali M is a distinguished consultant in Head and Neck Surgical Oncology and Microvascular Reconstruction. Currently, she serves as the Chief of the Head and Neck Department at King Abdullah Medical City in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. With extensive experience in both the clinical and academic aspects of otolaryngology, Dr. Alessa has built a robust career, contributing significantly to the field of head and neck surgery. Her academic interests and leadership roles, including serving on multiple committees, reflect her commitment to improving healthcare practices and advancing medical education. Dr. Alessa is widely respected for her expertise in the surgical management of complex head and neck malignancies, as well as in reconstructive procedures. Her work is marked by a patient-centered approach, applying research findings directly to clinical practice to improve patient outcomes.

Professional Profile

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Education

Dr. Alessa Mohammad Ali M holds advanced qualifications in the field of otolaryngology and medical education. She completed two prestigious fellowships in Head and Neck and Microvascular Reconstruction at Yonsei University and Seoul National University in 2019. Prior to that, she obtained her Saudi Board of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery in 2016, solidifying her clinical foundation. In addition, Dr. Alessa earned a Master of Medical Education in 2021/2022, further refining her ability to teach and mentor future healthcare professionals. She also pursued a mini-fellowship in Minimal Invasive Thyroid Surgery in 2023, showing her commitment to staying on the cutting edge of her specialty. Dr. Alessa’s rigorous education, paired with ongoing professional development, has enabled her to contribute substantially to the field, combining academic knowledge with practical application in her clinical work.

Professional Experience

Dr. Alessa has amassed significant professional experience in both clinical practice and administrative leadership. Since 2020, she has been a Consultant of Head and Neck Surgical Oncology and Microvascular Reconstruction at King Abdullah Medical City, where she has been instrumental in the surgical management of patients with complex head and neck cancers. In 2022, Dr. Alessa was appointed Chief of the Head and Neck Department, leading efforts to enhance patient care, training, and research within the department. Her leadership extends beyond clinical practice, as she also serves as Chief of the Internal Review Committee for Training Programs at King Abdullah Medical City. Her contributions to medical education are complemented by her role as an Executive Director at the Mohammed bin Salman College, further demonstrating her capacity to influence both practice and education in the field.

Research Interests

Dr. Alessa’s research interests are deeply rooted in the fields of head and neck surgery, oncology, and reconstructive procedures. Her research has spanned various topics, including synchronous malignancies, thyroid neoplasms, and innovative surgical techniques such as facial reconstruction following dermatofibrosarcoma. She is particularly interested in exploring the impacts of thyroid tumor features on lymph node metastasis and the use of fine-needle aspiration cytology for evaluating thyroid nodules in Saudi Arabia. Dr. Alessa’s work aims to bridge the gap between theory and clinical application, ensuring that new surgical techniques and treatments are accessible to patients. Her research is often published in leading medical journals, contributing to advancing the practice of head and neck surgery. She is committed to exploring novel ways to improve patient outcomes, particularly in reconstructive surgery and the management of head and neck cancers.

Awards and Honors

Throughout her career, Dr. Alessa has earned multiple accolades in recognition of her excellence in both clinical practice and research. Her contributions to the Saudi Board of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery curriculum were highlighted in the 2014 edition, underscoring her role as a key figure in shaping the education of future otolaryngologists in Saudi Arabia. Dr. Alessa’s leadership has also been acknowledged through her positions on various prestigious committees, including the Head and Neck Education Committee at the American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. Her commitment to advancing medical research and practice has earned her several honors, including recognition as a member of multiple international societies such as the Korean Society of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and the European Head & Neck Society. These awards reflect her dedication to elevating the standards of care in her specialty.

Conclusion

Dr. Alessa Mohammad Ali M has an excellent profile for the Best Researcher Award. Their combination of clinical expertise, leadership roles, active involvement in international committees, and a strong research portfolio makes them a highly qualified candidate. The areas for improvement, such as broadening the interdisciplinary focus and enhancing the global outreach of their research, are minor compared to their overall achievements. Dr. Alessa’s research contributions and leadership are likely to have a significant impact on the field of head and neck surgery, and they are highly deserving of this recognition.

Publications Top Noted

1. Prophylactic central neck dissection for clinically node‐negative papillary thyroid carcinoma
   • Authors: KM Alsubaie, HM Alsubaie, FR Alzahrani, MA Alessa, SK Abdulmonem, …
   • Year: 2022
   • Citation: 34
2. Role of fine-needle aspiration cytology in evaluating thyroid nodules: a retrospective study from a tertiary care center of Western region, Saudi Arabia
   • Authors: AS Bahaj, HH Alkaff, BN Melebari, AN Melebari, SI Sayed, SS Mujtaba, …
   • Year: 2020
   • Citation: 22
3. Thyroid neoplasm in Makkah region, Saudi Arabia: A retrospective epidemiological study
   • Authors: HH Alkaff, BO Besharah, DH Bukhari, SI Sayed, MA Alessa, …
   • Year: 2020
   • Citation: 10
4. Porcine as a training module for head and neck microvascular reconstruction
   • Authors: MA Alessa, SH Kwak, YW Lee, ML Kang, HJ Sung, SH Ahn, EC Choi, …
   • Year: 2018
   • Citation: 10
5. Validity and reliability of an Arabic version of MD Anderson dysphagia inventory (MDADI)
   • Authors: HM Alsubaie, SI Sayed, AY Alsini, HH Alkaff, OA Margalani, A Abu-Zaid, …
   • Year: 2022
   • Citation: 8
6. The impact of thyroid tumor features on lymph node metastasis in papillary thyroid carcinoma patients in head and neck department at KAMC: A retrospective cross-sectional study
   • Authors: AO Aljohani, RH Merdad, AI Alsefri, LS Alhemayed, NZ Farsi, TA Alsufyani, …
   • Year: 2021
   • Citation: 8
7. Noninvasive Follicular Thyroid Neoplasm With Papillary-Like Nuclear Features: What a Surgeon Should Know
   • Authors: J Alharbi, T Alraddadi, H Sebeih, MA Alessa, HH Alkaf, A Bahaj, …
   • Year: 2023
   • Citation: 6
8. Tongue reconstruction post partial glossectomy during the COVID-19 pandemic. A case report
   • Authors: AY Alsini, S Sayed, HH Alkaf, SK Abdelmonim, MA Alessa
   • Year: 2020
   • Citation: 3
9. Risk factors for postoperative hypocalcemia following total thyroidectomy: a retrospective study
   • Authors: BS Jan, AH Alamri, HH Alkaff, WQ Almuqati, SI Sayed, SK Abdelmonim, …
   • Year: 2024
   • Citation: 2
10. Reconstruction of facial dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans using an anterolateral thigh flap: a case report and literature review
    • Authors: BO Besharah, RA Ghazzawi, HH Al-Kaff, SK Abdelmonim, MA Al-Essa
    • Year: 2020
    • Citation: 2
11. Rare presentation of metastatic renal cell carcinoma to thyroid gland: A case report
    • Authors: AH Habibullah, SK Abdelmonim, A Aldajani, M Rajab, M Alessa, H Alkaf
    • Year: 2020
    • Citation: 2
12. Complications of cochlear implantations
    • Authors: AM Al Shaikh, Y Aljedaani, MA Al Essa, HE Hassen
    • Year: 2016
    • Citation: 2
13. Paraganglioma of the Thyroid Gland
    • Authors: AS Alharthi, SK Abdelmonim, MH Shaheen, J Alharbi, MA Alessa, …
    • Year: 2024
    • Citation: 2
14. Exploring the relationship between Clinical Supervision and Well-being in Otolaryngology Residency Board, KSA
    • Authors: MA Alessa, S Eltouny, R Abed
    • Year: 2024
    • Citation: N/A (This may still be in preparation or has just been published)
15. Efficacy of docetaxel, cisplatin, and 5-fluorouracil as an induction chemotherapy in oral squamous cell carcinoma in a tertiary hospital in Saudi Arabia
    • Authors: M Alessa, AA Alhifany, NA Almatrafi, AS Bahaj, HH Alkaf, J Alharbi, …
    • Year: 2024
    • Citation: N/A
16. Noninvasive follicular thyroid neoplasm with papillary-like nuclear features: What we have to know
    • Authors: J Alharbi, T Alraddadi, H Sebeih, M Alessa, H Alkaf, A Bahaj, …
    • Year: 2023
    • Citation: N/A
17. Synchronous Nasopharyngeal and Thyroid Malignancies: A Case Report
    • Authors: MA Basyuni, A Altowairqi, MF Khan, AS Bahaj, J Alharbi, MA Alessa, …
    • Year: 2023
    • Citation: N/A
18. Uncommon presentation of isolated laryngeal sarcoidosis in a young man
    • Authors: BO Besharah, RA Mujahed, HH AlKaf, SK Abdelmonim, AA Mohamed, …
    • Year: 2022
    • Citation: N/A
19. Thyroid neoplasm in Makkah region, Saudi Arabia
    • Authors: BO Besharah, DH Bukhari, SI Sayed, MA Alessa, SK Abdelmonim, …
    • Year: 2020
    • Citation: N/A
20. Left thyroid agenesis case study
    • Authors: BO Besharah, HH Al-Kaf, SK Abdelmonim, MA Al-Essa
    • Year: 2020
    • Citation: N/A