About Me
As a head and neck surgeon at NYU Langone, I am deeply committed to providing comprehensive care. My passion for medicine began in childhood and was solidified during a college shadowing experience with a physician. This pivotal moment led me to medical school, where I discovered my love for surgery, particularly in treating patients with head and neck cancer. The opportunity to help patients heal and build meaningful, long-term relationships confirmed this was the path I was meant to follow.
I specialize in treating cancers and benign tumors of the head and neck, including the thyroid gland. Many of my patients are surprised to learn they need surgery in unexpected areas like the mouth, throat, or face. My approach extends beyond surgery; I am dedicated to guiding patients through their prognosis, explaining treatment options, and preparing them for what's ahead. Clear communication is just as crucial to healing as the surgery itself.
Throughout my career, I have focused on proactive healthcare engagement and staying at the forefront of new treatments, diagnostic methods, and technologies. I am actively involved in the American Head & Neck Society, where I collaborate with colleagues to advance our field. The collaborative spirit within our department at NYU Langone, where experts continually share insights, drives our collective progress, and enhances patient care.
As a woman in this specialty, I understand the importance of representation and feel privileged to serve as a role model for others considering a career in surgery. I hope my journey inspires others to pursue their passions and bring their unique perspectives to medicine.
Conditions and Treatments
Conditions
- adenoid cystic carcinoma of the head and neck
- airway growth or tumor
- arterial or blood vessel malformation of head or neck
- arteriovenous malformation
- base of tongue cancer
- bone tumor of head or neck
- branchial cleft cyst
- cancer
- cancer of skin of face, scalp or eyelid
- cancer of throat or voice box
- capillary hemangioma
- chronic infection or problems with jaw bone
- ear tumor (benign or malignant)
- esophageal diverticulum
- external ear tumor
- facial laceration
- follicular thyroid cancer
- glottic cancer
- goiter
- head and neck cancer
- head and neck tumors
- hemangioma
- hoarseness related to growth or tumors of voicebox
- human papillomavirus related to cancer of head or neck
- hyperparathyroidism
- hyperthyroidism
- hypopharyngeal cancer
- laryngeal cancer
- lip cancer
- lymphatic malformation of head or neck
- medullary thyroid cancer
- melanoma of head or neck
- mucoepidermoid carcinoma of the head and neck
- nasal sinus cancer
- nasopharyngeal cancer
- neck mass
- neuroendocrine tumor of head and neck
- neurofibromatosis of head or neck
- oral cancer
- orbit tumor
- oropharyngeal cancer
- papillary thyroid cancer
- pharyngeal tumor
- radiation injury specific to the jaw
- salivary adenocarcinoma
- salivary gland tumor
- salivary stone
- schwannoma (growth) of head or neck
- skin cancer of head or neck
- skull base tumor
- soft tissue sarcoma of head or neck
- squamous cell cancer of head or neck
- submandibular gland tumor
- thyroglossal duct cyst
- thyroid cancer
- thyroid mass
- thyroid nodule
- thyroid tumor
- tongue cancer
- tongue tumor
- tonsil cancer
- tracheal damage
- tracheal stenosis
- tumor of throat or palate
- vascular/venous malformation of head or neck
- zenker's diverticulum
Treatments
- cancer screening of head or neck
- excision of parathyroid
- nerve surgery of head or neck
- parathyroid surgery
- robotic surgery of throat
- sentinel lymph node biopsy of the neck
- thyroid surgery
- tongue surgery
- transoral surgery of throat and tongue
Learn more about conditions we treat at NYU Langone:
Sinonasal Cancer , Head & Neck Cancer , Hypopharyngeal Cancer , Laryngeal Cancer , Nasopharyngeal Cancer , Oral Cancer , Salivary Gland Cancer , Skull Base Tumors , Hyperparathyroidism , Hyperthyroidism , Oropharyngeal Cancer , Thyroid Nodules & CancersCredentials
Positions
- Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at NYU Grossman School of Medicine
- Vice Chair, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Department of Otolaryngology
- Director, Recruitment and Retention, Office of Diversity Affairs
Board Certifications
- American Board of Otolaryngology - Otolaryngology, 2008
Education and Training
- Fellowship, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Head & Neck Surgery/Oncology, 2009
- Residency, UPMC Medical Education, Otolaryngology, 2007
- MD from University Of Chicago, 2002
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This provider accepts the following insurance plans.
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Aetna
- AETNA EPO (NYULH Employees)
- Aetna HMO
- Aetna Indemnity
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- Aetna Medicare Advantage
- Aetna Open Access EPO
- Aetna Open Access HMO
- Aetna POS
- Aetna POS (American Express Employer)
- Aetna PPO
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- Aetna Student Plan
- Allied
- Chesterfield Resources Inc
- Christian Brothers Services
- CoreSource
- Nippon Life of America-Aetna
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- Starmark
- WellNet
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Amida Care
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Anthem BCBS Health Plus
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- BCBS Healthplus Gatekeeper exchange
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- BCBS Healthplus NY Medicaid Managed Care NY
- BCBS Healthplus Special Needs
- Empire Mediblue Healthplus Dual
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Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Centerlight Healthcare
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Centers Plan For Healthy Living
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Cigna
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Connecticare
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Elderplan
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Emblem
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First Health
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GHI
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Healthfirst
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Hotel Trades Council
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Humana
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Local 1199
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Magnacare
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Medicaid of New York
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Medicare
- Medicare Part A and B
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MetroPlusHealth
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Multiplan
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- Beech Street PPO
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NYSHIP - The Empire Plan
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Oxford
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POMCO Insurance Company
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Partners Health Plan Inc
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United Healthcare
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VA Community Care Network
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VNS Choice Advantage
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WTC Health Program
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Wellcare
- WellCare Medicare
Melonie A. Nance, MD does not accept insurance.
Locations and Appointments
NYU Langone Otolaryngology Associates
160 East 34th Street, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10016