Biography
Dr. Tristan Tham is an Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) surgeon and Assistant Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery at Stanford University School of Medicine.
Born and raised in Singapore, Dr. Tham earned his medical degree with honors from the Royal College of Surgeons, where he received the Norman Rae Gold Medal for academic excellence. Following medical school, he began his career as a junior doctor at Singapore General Hospital, where he was honored with the ‘Heart of Gold’ Award for achieving the highest patient satisfaction ratings. He then pursued further research training at the New York Head & Neck Institute, where he was eventually promoted to Director of Patient-Oriented Research.
Dr. Tham completed his ENT surgery residency in New York City at the Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital, and Long Island Jewish Medical Center. During his residency, he was selected for membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.
As an ENT surgeon, Dr. Tham treats a wide range of head and neck disorders, including sinus issues and obstructive sleep apnea, cancers of the sinus cavity and salivary glands, thyroid and parathyroid disorders, head and neck tumors, and chronic ear conditions. He prioritizes a personalized approach to care, working closely with patients to develop individualized treatment plans that address their unique needs.
Dr. Tham's contributions to the medical field extend beyond his clinical practice. He has authored over 180 publications, abstracts, and presentations. He currently serves as Associate Editor for Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, the official journal of the American Academy of Otolaryngology.
Beyond his work in the clinic, Dr. Tham is committed to giving back through pro bono efforts in underserved regions around the world. He has participated in multiple medical missions abroad, reflecting his dedication to making a difference beyond his practice.
When he's not at work, Dr. Tham enjoys reading, weightlifting, and exploring the beautiful nature of Northern California with his wife and son.
Born and raised in Singapore, Dr. Tham earned his medical degree with honors from the Royal College of Surgeons, where he received the Norman Rae Gold Medal for academic excellence. Following medical school, he began his career as a junior doctor at Singapore General Hospital, where he was honored with the ‘Heart of Gold’ Award for achieving the highest patient satisfaction ratings. He then pursued further research training at the New York Head & Neck Institute, where he was eventually promoted to Director of Patient-Oriented Research.
Dr. Tham completed his ENT surgery residency in New York City at the Manhattan Eye, Ear & Throat Hospital, Lenox Hill Hospital, and Long Island Jewish Medical Center. During his residency, he was selected for membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.
As an ENT surgeon, Dr. Tham treats a wide range of head and neck disorders, including sinus issues and obstructive sleep apnea, cancers of the sinus cavity and salivary glands, thyroid and parathyroid disorders, head and neck tumors, and chronic ear conditions. He prioritizes a personalized approach to care, working closely with patients to develop individualized treatment plans that address their unique needs.
Dr. Tham's contributions to the medical field extend beyond his clinical practice. He has authored over 180 publications, abstracts, and presentations. He currently serves as Associate Editor for Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, the official journal of the American Academy of Otolaryngology.
Beyond his work in the clinic, Dr. Tham is committed to giving back through pro bono efforts in underserved regions around the world. He has participated in multiple medical missions abroad, reflecting his dedication to making a difference beyond his practice.
When he's not at work, Dr. Tham enjoys reading, weightlifting, and exploring the beautiful nature of Northern California with his wife and son.
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Professional Summary
Education & Certifications
- Residency: Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra Northwell GME Program (2024) NY
- Medical Education: Royal College of Surgeons In Ireland School of Medicine (2012) Ireland
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Honors & Awards
- Best of Scientific Orals Award, American Academy of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery Foundation
- Best Presentation, Otolaryngology Department Resident Research Day, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
- Columbia University EPIC Scholarship, Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health (2017, 2018)
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- Distinction in Research Award (Role: Mentor), Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell (2018, 2021, 2023)
- First Place, Feinstein Institute Academic Competition, Feinstein Institutes of Medical Research
- First Place, Feinstein Research Investigator Science Competition, Feinstein Institutes of Medical Research
- First Prize Oral Presentation, Lenox Hill Hospital Research Day, Lenox Hill Hospital
- First Prize Poster, Annual Zucker School of Medicine Academic Competition (Role: Co-author), Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
- First Prize Poster, Fifth Annual Clinical Research Poster Session, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
- First Prize Poster, Northwell Annual Academic Competition, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
- First Prize, Annual Zucker School of Medicine Academic Competition, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell (2021, 2022)
- Heart of Gold Award (Best Intern), Singapore General Hospital
- Ministry of Health Medical School Scholarship, Singapore Ministry of Health
- Norman Rae Gold Medal, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
- Operation Smile Medical Student Fellowship, Johnson & Johnson, Royal College of Surgeons Ireland
- Second Place, Evening of Research Competition, Lenox Hill Hospital
- Second Prize, 15th Annual NYC Metropolitan Resident Research Day Symposium, New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center Department of Otolaryngology
- Star Reviewer, Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
- Third and Fourth Place: Annual Clinical Research Professionals Poster Session, Northwell Health
- Third Prize, New York Metropolitan Resident Research Day, Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Winner, Oral Presentation, Northwell Annual Academic Competition and Research Symposium, Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell
Publications
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Machine Learning Methods in Classification of Prolonged Radiation Therapy in Oropharyngeal Cancer: National Cancer Database.
Ahn, S., Oh, E. J., Saleem, M. I., & Tham, T. (2024). Machine Learning Methods in Classification of Prolonged Radiation Therapy in Oropharyngeal Cancer: National Cancer Database. Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. -
Impact of comorbidities on outcomes in patients with advanced head and neck cancer undergoing immunotherapy.
Guller, M., Cooper, D. J., Alkhatib, H., Suru, A., Blancaflor, A., Maroun, C. A., … Mandal, R. (2023). Impact of comorbidities on outcomes in patients with advanced head and neck cancer undergoing immunotherapy. Head & Neck, 45(11), 2789–2797. -
Diagnosis and Management of Common Presentations of Posttraumatic Nasal Deformity: A Narrative Review.
Georgolios, A., Cooper, D. J., & Tham, T. (2023). Diagnosis and Management of Common Presentations of Posttraumatic Nasal Deformity: A Narrative Review. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Global Open, 11(3), e4879. -
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Management of Extruded Porous High-density Polyethylene Implant in the Internal Nasal Valve.
Diaz, A. M., Tham, T., Saleem, M. I., Ponder, B., & Georgolios, A. (2022). Management of Extruded Porous High-density Polyethylene Implant in the Internal Nasal Valve. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Global Open, 10(11), e4647. -
Idiopathic parotid pain: a rare clinical presentation of first bite syndrome without history of head and neck surgery or underlying malignancies.
Saleem, M. I., Bhuiya, S., Tham, T., & Georgolios, A. (2022). Idiopathic parotid pain: a rare clinical presentation of first bite syndrome without history of head and neck surgery or underlying malignancies. Journal of Surgical Case Reports, 2022(12), rjac566. -
Trichofolliculoma of the external auditory canal: a case report and review of the literature.
Saleem, M. I., Tham, T., Ponder, B., & Georgolios, A. (2022). Trichofolliculoma of the external auditory canal: a case report and review of the literature. Journal of Surgical Case Reports, 2022(4), rjac147. -
Functional Considerations in Reconstruction of the Nasal Ala.
Saleem, M. I., Hawthorne, M. K., Tham, T., & Georgolios, A. (2022). Functional Considerations in Reconstruction of the Nasal Ala. World Journal of Plastic Surgery, 11(2), 150–152. -
Accuracy of Surgeon Predictions in Rhinoplasty Outcomes Using Computer Imaging: A Quantitative Analysis of Dorsal Height.
Harounian, J., Tham, T., Dodhia, S., & Pearlman, S. (2023). Accuracy of Surgeon Predictions in Rhinoplasty Outcomes Using Computer Imaging: A Quantitative Analysis of Dorsal Height. Facial Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Medicine, 25(2), 186–188. -
Practicing functional nasal surgery in the non-urban setting: experience from a single center.
Tham, T., Saleem, M. I., Hawthorne, M. K., & Georgolios, A. (2022). Practicing functional nasal surgery in the non-urban setting: experience from a single center. Journal of Surgical Case Reports, 2022(4), rjac119. -
Recurrent, oral cavity tumor-like exophytic lesions mimicking neoplastic disease in a patient with history of human papillomavirus-mediated squamous cell carcinoma.
Hawthorne, M. K., Tham, T., Ponder, B., & Georgolios, A. (2021). Recurrent, oral cavity tumor-like exophytic lesions mimicking neoplastic disease in a patient with history of human papillomavirus-mediated squamous cell carcinoma. SAGE Open Medical Case Reports, 9, 2050313X211065884. -
Incidence of Head and Neck Cancers before and after 9/11 in New York City and New York State.
Machado, R., Tham, T., Zhu, D., Wong, A., Hiltzik, D., & Roche, A. (2022). Incidence of Head and Neck Cancers before and after 9/11 in New York City and New York State. ORL; Journal for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology and Its Related Specialties, 84(4), 324–335. -
Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy Versus Elective Node Dissection in Stage cT1-2N0 Oral Cavity Cancer.
Saleem, M. I., Peng, T., Zhu, D., Wong, A., Pereira, L. M., & Tham, T. (2022). Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy Versus Elective Node Dissection in Stage cT1-2N0 Oral Cavity Cancer. The Laryngoscope, 132(5), 989–998. -
Impact of Treatment Parameters on Racial Survival Differences in Oropharyngeal Cancer: National Cancer Database Study.
Zhu, D., Wong, A., Oh, E. J., Ahn, S., Wotman, M., Sahai, T., … Tham, T. (2022). Impact of Treatment Parameters on Racial Survival Differences in Oropharyngeal Cancer: National Cancer Database Study. Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, 166(6), 1134–1143. -
The jaw-dropping costs of oral cavity cancer malpractice.
Wong, A., Zhu, D., Tong, J. Y., Ko, A., Tham, T., & Kraus, D. (2021). The jaw-dropping costs of oral cavity cancer malpractice. Head & Neck, 43(10), 2869–2875. -
Viral markers in nasopharyngeal carcinoma: A systematic review and meta-analysis on the detection of p16INK4a, human papillomavirus (HPV), and Ebstein-Barr virus (EBV).
Tham, T., Machado, R., Russo, D. P., Herman, S. W., Teegala, S., & Costantino, P. (2021). Viral markers in nasopharyngeal carcinoma: A systematic review and meta-analysis on the detection of p16INK4a, human papillomavirus (HPV), and Ebstein-Barr virus (EBV). American Journal of Otolaryngology, 42(1), 102762. -
Response to Alfonso Santamaría-Gadea and Colleagues.
Tong, J. Y., Wong, A., Zhu, D., Fastenberg, J. H., & Tham, T. (2021). Response to Alfonso Santamaría-Gadea and Colleagues. Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, 164(2), 456–457. -
The paralyzing legal costs of facial nerve injury in head and neck tumors.
Zhu, D., Wong, A., Tham, T., & Kraus, D. (2020). The paralyzing legal costs of facial nerve injury in head and neck tumors. American Journal of Otolaryngology, 41(6), 102693. -
Improving post-CRT neck assessment in patients with HPV-associated OPSCC (Review).
Wotman, M., Ghaly, M., Massaro, L., Tham, T., Seetharamu, N., Kamdar, D., … Teckie, S. (2020). Improving post-CRT neck assessment in patients with HPV-associated OPSCC (Review). Molecular and Clinical Oncology, 13(4), 24. -
The effect of race in head and neck cancer: A meta-analysis controlling for socioeconomic status.
Russo, D. P., Tham, T., Bardash, Y., & Kraus, D. (2020). The effect of race in head and neck cancer: A meta-analysis controlling for socioeconomic status. American Journal of Otolaryngology, 41(6), 102624. -
Author Reply to: "Comment on 'The Prevalence of Olfactory and Gustatory Dysfunction in COVID-19 Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis'".
Tong, J. Y., Wong, A., Zhu, D., Fastenberg, J. H., & Tham, T. (2020). Author Reply to: "Comment on 'The Prevalence of Olfactory and Gustatory Dysfunction in COVID-19 Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis'". Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, 163(4), 853. -
The Prevalence of Olfactory and Gustatory Dysfunction in COVID-19 Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
Tong, J. Y., Wong, A., Zhu, D., Fastenberg, J. H., & Tham, T. (2020). The Prevalence of Olfactory and Gustatory Dysfunction in COVID-19 Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, 163(1), 3–11. -
MLKL-dependent epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition in nasopharyngeal carcinoma: a novel finding and avenues for future research.
Tham, T. (2020). MLKL-dependent epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition in nasopharyngeal carcinoma: a novel finding and avenues for future research. Annals of Translational Medicine, 8(5), 153. -
Radiologically Defined Sarcopenia Affects Survival in Head and Neck Cancer: A Meta-Analysis.
Wong, A., Zhu, D., Kraus, D., & Tham, T. (2021). Radiologically Defined Sarcopenia Affects Survival in Head and Neck Cancer: A Meta-Analysis. The Laryngoscope, 131(2), 333–341. -
The Prognostic Role of Programmed Death-Ligand 1 in Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma.
Wotman, M., Herman, S. W., Costantino, P., & Tham, T. (2020). The Prognostic Role of Programmed Death-Ligand 1 in Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma. The Laryngoscope, 130(11), 2598–2606. -
Platelet-Lymphocyte Ratio as a Predictor of Prognosis in Head and Neck Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Bardash, Y., Olson, C., Herman, W., Khaymovich, J., Costantino, P., & Tham, T. (2019). Platelet-Lymphocyte Ratio as a Predictor of Prognosis in Head and Neck Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Oncology Research and Treatment, 42(12), 665–677. -
HPV status in patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma in the United States: A SEER database study.
Wotman, M., Oh, E. J., Ahn, S., Kraus, D., Costantino, P., & Tham, T. (2019). HPV status in patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma in the United States: A SEER database study. American Journal of Otolaryngology, 40(5), 705–710. -
Management of the neck after definitive chemoradiation in patients with HPV-associated oropharyngeal cancer: An institutional experience.
Wotman, M., Ghaly, M., Massaro, L., Tham, T., Seetharamu, N., Kamdar, D., … Teckie, S. (2019). Management of the neck after definitive chemoradiation in patients with HPV-associated oropharyngeal cancer: An institutional experience. American Journal of Otolaryngology, 40(5), 684–690. -
Systemic immune response in squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck: a comparative concordance index analysis.
Tham, T., Wotman, M., Chung, C., Ahn, S., Dupuis, H., Gliagias, V., … Costantino, P. (2019). Systemic immune response in squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck: a comparative concordance index analysis. European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology : Official Journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : Affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 276(10), 2913–2922. -
The prognostic effect of anatomic subsite in HPV-positive oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma.
Tham, T., Wotman, M., Roche, A., Kraus, D., & Costantino, P. (2019). The prognostic effect of anatomic subsite in HPV-positive oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma. American Journal of Otolaryngology, 40(4), 567–572. -
Evaluation of Time to Surgery and Its Effect on Prognosis in Head and Neck Cancer.
Tham, T., Leung, E., Khaymovich, J., Mitha, S., Olson, C., Wotman, M., … Costantino, P. (2019). Evaluation of Time to Surgery and Its Effect on Prognosis in Head and Neck Cancer. Oncology Research and Treatment, 42(7-8), 387–395. -
Personalized prognostication in head and neck cancer: A systematic review of nomograms according to the AJCC precision medicine core (PMC) criteria.
Tham, T., Machado, R., Herman, S. W., Kraus, D., Costantino, P., & Roche, A. (2019). Personalized prognostication in head and neck cancer: A systematic review of nomograms according to the AJCC precision medicine core (PMC) criteria. Head & Neck, 41(8), 2811–2822. -
Survival impact of treatment-related time intervals in nasopharyngeal carcinoma in the United States.
Tham, T., Ahn, S., Teckie, S., Roche, A., Frank, D., Kraus, D., & Costantino, P. (2019). Survival impact of treatment-related time intervals in nasopharyngeal carcinoma in the United States. The Laryngoscope, 129(11), 2514–2520. -
Anatomical subsite modifies survival in oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma: National Cancer Database study.
Tham, T., Ahn, S., Frank, D., Kraus, D., & Costantino, P. (2020). Anatomical subsite modifies survival in oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinoma: National Cancer Database study. Head & Neck, 42(3), 434–445. -
The prognostic impact of depression or depressive symptoms on patients with head and neck cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Van der Elst, S., Bardash, Y., Wotman, M., Kraus, D., & Tham, T. (2021). The prognostic impact of depression or depressive symptoms on patients with head and neck cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Head & Neck, 43(11), 3608–3617. -
Investigating the role of octamer binding transcription Factor-4 (Oct-4) in oral cavity squamous cell carcinoma: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Gliagias, V., Wotman, M., Herman, S. W., Costantino, P., Kraus, D., & Tham, T. (2019). Investigating the role of octamer binding transcription Factor-4 (Oct-4) in oral cavity squamous cell carcinoma: A systematic review and meta-analysis. American Journal of Otolaryngology, 40(2), 282–288. -
Evaluation of the prognostic utility of the combination of platelet count with mean platelet volume as a prognostic indicator in head and neck cancer.
Tham, T., Leung, E., Olson, C., Wotman, M., Khaymovich, J., Coury, J., … Costantino, P. (2019). Evaluation of the prognostic utility of the combination of platelet count with mean platelet volume as a prognostic indicator in head and neck cancer. Molecular and Clinical Oncology, 10(4), 457–462. -
Anaphylactoid hypersensitivity reaction from intra-arterial cetuximab: Clinical considerations and management.
Bardash, Y., Tham, T., Olson, C., Khaymovich, J., & Costantino, P. (2019). Anaphylactoid hypersensitivity reaction from intra-arterial cetuximab: Clinical considerations and management. SAGE Open Medical Case Reports, 7, 2050313X18823447. -
Efficacy of a non-invasive middle ear aeration device in children with recurrent otitis media: A randomized controlled trial protocol.
Tham, T., Rahman, L., & Costantino, P. (2018). Efficacy of a non-invasive middle ear aeration device in children with recurrent otitis media: A randomized controlled trial protocol. Contemporary Clinical Trials Communications, 12, 92–97. -
Evaluation of the prognostic utility of the hemoglobin-to-red cell distribution width ratio in head and neck cancer.
Tham, T., Olson, C., Wotman, M., Teegala, S., Khaymovich, J., Coury, J., & Costantino, P. (2018). Evaluation of the prognostic utility of the hemoglobin-to-red cell distribution width ratio in head and neck cancer. European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology : Official Journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : Affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 275(11), 2869–2878. -
Human papillomavirus and World Health Organization type III nasopharyngeal carcinoma: Multicenter study from an endemic area in Southern China.
Tham, T. (2019). Human papillomavirus and World Health Organization type III nasopharyngeal carcinoma: Multicenter study from an endemic area in Southern China. Cancer, 125(1), 161. -
Is human papillomavirus and p16 expression associated with survival outcomes in nasopharyngeal cancer?: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Tham, T., Teegala, S., Bardash, Y., Herman, S. W., & Costantino, P. (2018). Is human papillomavirus and p16 expression associated with survival outcomes in nasopharyngeal cancer?: A systematic review and meta-analysis. American Journal of Otolaryngology, 39(6), 764–770. -
Analysis of bone healing with a novel bone wax substitute compared with bone wax in a porcine bone defect model.
Tham, T., Roberts, K., Shanahan, J., Burban, J., & Costantino, P. (2018). Analysis of bone healing with a novel bone wax substitute compared with bone wax in a porcine bone defect model. Future Science OA, 4(8), FSO326. -
The red cell distribution width as a prognostic indicator in upper aerodigestive tract (UADT) cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Tham, T., Bardash, Y., Teegala, S., Herman, W. S., & Costantino, P. D. (2018). The red cell distribution width as a prognostic indicator in upper aerodigestive tract (UADT) cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis. American Journal of Otolaryngology, 39(4), 453–458. -
Neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio as a prognostic indicator in head and neck cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Tham, T., Bardash, Y., Herman, S. W., & Costantino, P. D. (2018). Neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio as a prognostic indicator in head and neck cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Head & Neck, 40(11), 2546–2557. -
The lymphocyte-to-monocyte ratio as a prognostic indicator in head and neck cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Tham, T., Olson, C., Khaymovich, J., Herman, S. W., & Costantino, P. D. (2018). The lymphocyte-to-monocyte ratio as a prognostic indicator in head and neck cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis. European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology : Official Journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : Affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, 275(7), 1663–1670. -
Neuroradiological and Neuropathological Changes After 177Lu-Octreotate Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy of Refractory Esthesioneuroblastoma.
Schneider, J. R., Shatzkes, D. R., Scharf, S. C., Tham, T. M., Kulason, K. O., Buteau, F.-A. A., … Boockvar, J. A. (2018). Neuroradiological and Neuropathological Changes After 177Lu-Octreotate Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy of Refractory Esthesioneuroblastoma. Operative Neurosurgery (Hagerstown, Md.), 15(6), 100–109. -
Venous Thromboembolism Risk in Head and Neck Cancer: Significance of the Preoperative Platelet-to-Lymphocyte Ratio.
Tham, T., Rahman, L., Persaud, C., Olson, C., & Costantino, P. (2018). Venous Thromboembolism Risk in Head and Neck Cancer: Significance of the Preoperative Platelet-to-Lymphocyte Ratio. Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, 159(1), 85–91. -
The Temporalis Muscle Flap for Palate Reconstruction: Case Series and Review of the Literature.
Brennan, T., Tham, T. M., & Costantino, P. (2017). The Temporalis Muscle Flap for Palate Reconstruction: Case Series and Review of the Literature. International Archives of Otorhinolaryngology, 21(3), 259–264. -
The Laparoscopically Harvested Omental Free Flap: A Compelling Option for Craniofacial and Cranial Base Reconstruction.
Costantino, P. D., Shamouelian, D., Tham, T., Andrews, R., & Dec, W. (2017). The Laparoscopically Harvested Omental Free Flap: A Compelling Option for Craniofacial and Cranial Base Reconstruction. Journal of Neurological Surgery. Part B, Skull Base, 78(2), 191–196. -
Multiportal Combined Transorbital and Transnasal Endoscopic Resection of Fibrous Dysplasia.
Tham, T., Costantino, P., Bruni, M., Langer, D., Boockvar, J., & Singh, P. (2015). Multiportal Combined Transorbital and Transnasal Endoscopic Resection of Fibrous Dysplasia. Journal of Neurological Surgery Reports, 76(2), e291–6. -
Probable Immunoglobulin Subtype-G4-Related Disease in the Head and Neck from Foreign Body Injection: A Case Report.
Highstein, M. J., Mallen, J., Tham, T., Brennan, T., Boubour, A., Opher, E., … Costantino, P. (2015). Probable Immunoglobulin Subtype-G4-Related Disease in the Head and Neck from Foreign Body Injection: A Case Report. Journal of Neurological Surgery Reports, 76(2), e265–9. -
Preoperative Embolization Techniques in the Treatment of Juvenile Nasopharyngeal Angiofibroma: A Systematic Review.
Kothari, D. S., Linker, L. A., Tham, T., Maroda, A. J., McElfresh, J. M., Fastenberg, J. H., … Rangarajan, S. V. (2023). Preoperative Embolization Techniques in the Treatment of Juvenile Nasopharyngeal Angiofibroma: A Systematic Review. Otolaryngology--Head and Neck Surgery : Official Journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, 169(3), 454–466. -
Saddle nose deformity: a rare complication of COVID-19 infection.
Zhu, D., Tham, T., & Georgolios, A. (2022). Saddle nose deformity: a rare complication of COVID-19 infection. Otolaryngology Case Reports, 23, 100428. -
External jugular vein aneurysm presenting as submandibular neck mass.
Saleem, M. I., Tham, T., Diaz, A. M., Keating, P., & Georgolios, A. (2022). External jugular vein aneurysm presenting as submandibular neck mass. Journal of Surgical Case Reports, 2022(5), rjac244. -
Clinical Outcomes in Dorsal Preservation Rhinoplasty: A Meta-Analysis.
Tham, T., Bhuiya, S., Wong, A., Zhu, D., Romo, T., & Georgolios, A. (2022). Clinical Outcomes in Dorsal Preservation Rhinoplasty: A Meta-Analysis. Facial Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Medicine, 24(3), 187–194. -
Comparison of venous thromboembolism risk stratification models in a high risk otolaryngology patient cohort.
Tham, T., & Costantino, P. (2019). Comparison of venous thromboembolism risk stratification models in a high risk otolaryngology patient cohort. Journal of Perioperative Practice, 29(5), 129–134. -
Intra-arterial cetuximab for the treatment of recurrent unresectable head and neck squamous cell carcinoma†.
Tham, T., White, T. G., Chakraborty, S., Lall, R. R., Ortiz, R., Langer, D. J., … Costantino, P. D. (2016). Intra-arterial cetuximab for the treatment of recurrent unresectable head and neck squamous cell carcinoma†. Journal of Experimental Therapeutics & Oncology, 11(4), 293–301. -
Outcomes of Chandelier-Assisted Scleral Buckling in Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachments: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
Zhu, D., Wong, A., Jiao, G., Zhang, C., Yakobashvili, D., Zhu, E., … Lieberman, R. (2024). Outcomes of Chandelier-Assisted Scleral Buckling in Rhegmatogenous Retinal Detachments: Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Journal of Vitreoretinal Diseases, 8(2), 158–167. -
Reduction in Emergency Department Visits Utilization for Acute and Emergent Otolaryngologic and Allergic Problems During COVID-19 Pandemic in NYC During COVID-19 Pandemic
Patel, V., Kominsky, E., Tham, T., Bottalico, D., Ferastraoaru, D., Akbar, N., & Fastenberg, J. (2021). Reduction in Emergency Department Visits Utilization for Acute and Emergent Otolaryngologic and Allergic Problems During COVID-19 Pandemic in NYC During COVID-19 Pandemic. American Journal of Otolaryngology. -
Open Anterior Skull Base Surgery in the Pediatric Population: Approaches and Considerations
Tham, T., & Costantino, P. (2019). Open Anterior Skull Base Surgery in the Pediatric Population: Approaches and Considerations. Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology: Head and Neck Surgery. -
Parotid Duct Injury Secondary to Shark Bite: Repair with a Crawford Stent
Highstein, M., Tham, T., Singh, P., & Costantino, P. (2016). Parotid Duct Injury Secondary to Shark Bite: Repair with a Crawford Stent. Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. -
Designing a National Strategy Aimed at Preventing Childhood Obesity
Tham, T. (2009). Designing a National Strategy Aimed at Preventing Childhood Obesity. Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland Medical Journal. -
The Global Evolution of Medical Tourism: the American Perspective
Roy, A., & Tham, T. (2008). The Global Evolution of Medical Tourism: the American Perspective. Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland Medical Journal.
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Management of Extruded Porous High-density Polyethylene Implant in the Internal Nasal Valve.
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San Jose, CA
Comprehensive Ear, Nose, & Throat Program
2585 Samaritan Dr
San Jose , CA 95124
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Review Summary
Dr. Tham is often described as personable, respectful, and caring. He is known for being knowledgeable and providing thorough explanations, addressing patient concerns directly. Some find that he takes time to investigate issues properly.
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Patient Reviews
(13 reviews)
Very professional, polite doctor. All personsl is very good too
Thorough, professional.
Dr. Tham stands out as one of the most exceptional physicians I’ve encountered at Mayo Clinic. When I consulted him for chronic rhinitis, he recommended the RhinAer procedure, which proved transformative. Dr. Tham is personable, highly knowledgeable, and takes the time to thoroughly explain procedures and address patient concerns. His genuine care for his patients is evident in every interaction. During the procedure, performed under local anesthesia, he provided real-time explanations using video to highlight the areas being treated. My recovery was smooth, and the improvement in my rhinitis symptoms has been remarkable.
Very personable, Helped relieve my anxieties.
Dr Tham, Was not very helpul with my condition. Did not offer any options
Doctor was good, overall experience at the clinic was just ok
Dr. Tham is a great professional.
Not willing to explore treatment options. Did not listen to my descriptions of my symptoms or concerns. Impatient and skeptical of my feedback. Wanted to pass me onto another doctor on only 2nd visit.
Doctor very respectful, caring, and a great job
Dr Tristan Tham Yong Ren understood my issue and investigated properly
Kudos, well done. Minimal wait time, great listener, knowledgeable, professional, skilled, excellent communication, clear follow up directions and referrals. More doctors like this please.
He asked some very important questions
Thorough exam, answered all questions, good treatment plan of action in conservative stages
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