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Dennis Kraus MD, FACS

Executive Medical Director of Oncology and Enterprise

Dr. Dennis Kraus is a prominent figure in the field of Head and Neck Oncology, serving as the director of the Center for Head and Neck Oncology at the New York Head and Neck Institute and the Northwell Health Cancer Institute.

With over two decades of experience, Dr. Kraus is a leading head and neck oncologic surgeon in the United States, known for his innovative approaches and significant contributions to the field.

He holds key leadership positions in various prestigious organizations like the American College of Surgeons, the American Head and Neck Society, and the American Academy of Otolaryngology, where he is actively involved in advancing Head and Neck Oncology.

Dr. Kraus specializes in minimally invasive thyroid surgery, robotic surgery of the head and neck, and sentinel node biopsy for cutaneous malignancies, among other areas, all aimed at improving patient outcomes and experiences.

He has lectured worldwide and instructed physicians globally, sharing his wealth of knowledge and expertise in head and neck oncologic care.

Dr. Kraus's educational background includes a Fellowship in Head and Neck Surgery from Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, a Residency in Otolaryngology and Communicative Disorders from Cleveland Clinic Foundation, and a Doctor of Medicine from the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry.

His professional affiliations include directing the Center for Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery at Northwell Health and holding various roles at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, where he has made significant contributions to the field.

Dr. Dennis Kraus is widely recognized for his commitment to advancing the field of Head and Neck Oncology through his clinical expertise, research, and leadership roles.

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Experience

Executive Medical Director of Oncology and Enterprise at Centura Health (August 2021 - Present)

Director, Center for Head and Neck Oncology & Co-Director, Center for Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery at Northwell Health (May 2012 - July 2021), Attending Surgeon, Head and Neck Service at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (July 2004 - April 2012), Director, Speech, Hearing and Rehabilitation Center at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (July 1991 - April 2012), Associate Attending Surgeon, Head and Neck Service at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (July 1998 - June 2004), Assistant Attending Surgeon, Head and Neck Service at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (July 1991 - July 1998)

Education

['Fellowship: Department of Head and Neck Surgery at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY (1990 - 1991)', 'Residency: Department of Otolaryngology and Communicative Disorders at Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH (1987 - 1990)', 'Internship/Residency: Department of General Surgery at Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio (1985 - 1987)', 'Doctor of Medicine (MD) at University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry'], ['Fellowship: Department of Head and Neck Surgery at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY (1990 - 1991)', 'Residency: Department of Otolaryngology and Communicative Disorders at Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH (1987 - 1990)', 'Internship/Residency: Department of General Surgery at Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio (1985 - 1987)', 'Doctor of Medicine (MD) at University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry'], ['Fellowship: Department of Head and Neck Surgery at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY (1990 - 1991)', 'Residency: Department of Otolaryngology and Communicative Disorders at Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH (1987 - 1990)', 'Internship/Residency: Department of General Surgery at Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio (1985 - 1987)', 'Doctor of Medicine (MD) at University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry'], ['Fellowship: Department of Head and Neck Surgery at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY (1990 - 1991)', 'Residency: Department of Otolaryngology and Communicative Disorders at Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH (1987 - 1990)', 'Internship/Residency: Department of General Surgery at Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio (1985 - 1987)', 'Doctor of Medicine (MD) at University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry']