At Head and Neck Surgical Associates (HNSA), our team provides the highest level of specialized surgical care in Portland, Oregon. With over 25 years of experience, our practice is recognized as the Northwest’s premier medical and surgical destination.

Beyond the clinic and the operating room, our surgeons are actively shaping the future of medicine. We are proud to share that three of our esteemed surgeons hold Assistant Professor appointments at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU).

Shaping the Future of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

At HNSA, our doctors are more than practitioners—they are educators and innovators. The following surgeons currently serve as Assistant Professors of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at the OHSU School of Dentistry:

The Academic Advantage: What This Means for Our Patients

Teaching at a top-tier, research-driven institution like OHSU requires a deep commitment to excellence and continuous innovation. By instructing the next generation of dental and medical professionals, our surgeons stay at the cutting edge of oral, maxillofacial, and craniofacial surgery.

World-Class Care in Portland

Whether they are publishing new research, lecturing on advanced techniques, or training residents, our doctors bring world-class academic expertise directly back to our Portland clinic.

When you visit HNSA for a procedure, you are being treated by the experts who teach these advanced techniques to other doctors. Our specialties include:

We are incredibly proud of Dr. Cheng, Dr. Patel, and Dr. Thompson for their dedication to medical education and their commitment to elevating the standard of care in the Pacific Northwest.

About Head and Neck Surgical Associates

Located in downtown Portland, OR, HNSA is a premier provider of oral and maxillofacial surgery. Our uniquely qualified team of board-certified surgeons seamlessly bridges the gap between everyday oral health needs and complex medical reconstruction.

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Experience the benefit of surgeon-educators. To schedule a consultation at our NW Kearney Street clinic, click here or call 503-912-2852.