Dr. Chernichenko, MD, FACS, MPH, is a Site Chief of Otolaryngology at NYP Brooklyn Methodist Hospital. In addition to being a board-certified otolaryngologist, Dr. Chernichenko is a fellowship-trained head and neck surgical oncologist. Her clinical practice focuses on benign and malignant tumors of the head and neck area, including tumors of the mouth, throat, larynx, esophagus, sinuses, salivary gland, head and neck skin cancer, and melanoma. She aims to provide high-quality, patient-centered advanced surgical care, emphasizing quality of life and functional outcomes.

Head and neck cancer can impact essential human functions, including swallowing, speech, sight, and appearance. While it is her top priority to cure cancer, she is committed to helping patients achieve the best possible quality of life. She works closely with experts in radiation oncology, medical oncology, reconstructive surgery, pathology, endocrinology, radiology, speech and language pathology, physical therapy, and other disciplines to develop a personalized treatment plan for each patient. She aims to support her patients through their cancer diagnosis and treatment challenges and help them live healthy and fulfilling life after cancer treatment.