Thyroid & Parathyroid
Minimally invasive video-assisted (MIVA) thyroid and parathyroid surgery, performed through 1.5 cm to 2.5 cm incisions, mostly outpatient.
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Sarasota, Florida
Surgical care.
Surgical care.
Quietly excellent.
The surgical practice of Dr. Alex Senchenkov, a leading specialist in head & neck and plastic & reconstructive surgery. Two decades of experience. Three fellowships. Two board certifications. One uncompromising standard.
20+
Years Experience
3
Fellowships
2
Board Certifications
Specialties
Four areas of focus.
Dr. Senchenkov's practice combines head and neck surgical oncology with plastic and reconstructive surgery, treating both routine and complex cases.
Head & Neck Surgery
Comprehensive surgical oncology for benign and malignant tumors of the aerodigestive tract, salivary glands, skin, and soft tissues.
Learn MorePlastic Surgery
Reconstructive microsurgery, breast reconstruction including DIEP flaps, facial & nasal reconstruction, and aesthetic procedures.
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About the Doctor
An academic surgeon, in private practice.
Dr. Senchenkov was born and educated in Kiev, Ukraine. At the age of 16, he was accepted to the Ukrainian State Medical University (formerly Kiev Medical Institute, ranked #4 in the USSR), which he graduated with honors. He subsequently worked at the Sarcoma & Melanoma Unit of the Kiev Research Institute of Oncology, the leading cancer center of Ukraine.
He immigrated to the US, met the US medical graduate standards, worked at the John Wayne Cancer Institute as a research associate, and was accepted into surgery residency through the match. Dr. Senchenkov completed surgery residency at the Medical College of Ohio (University of Toledo), followed by Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship at the Mayo Clinic, Reconstructive Microsurgery Fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh, and Head & Neck Surgical Oncology Fellowship at the University of Cincinnati.
He held faculty appointments as Instructor, Assistant Professor, and Associate Professor at Temple University, Mayo Clinic - Rochester, MN, and the University of Tennessee at Memphis, where he served as surgical educator and fellowship program director.
2025: ACTPS Focused Practice Designation. Dr. Senchenkov attained Adult Complex Thyroid/Parathyroid Surgery Focused Practice Designation Certification, jointly issued by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery. This certification recognizes endocrine surgeons performing a high volume of complex cases with high professional standing — an advanced credential in sub-specialized thyroid and parathyroid surgery.
Dr. Senchenkov has been providing his services to the west coast of Florida community since 2017.
Training, Certifications & Affiliations
A foundation of academic medicine.
Board certifications, professional society memberships, and the institutions that trained Alex Senchenkov.
Board Certification
American Board of Surgery Certificate No. 49811 — Issued September 27, 2025
Board Certifications & Societies
Training & Academic Affiliations
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions.
From patients considering thyroid, parathyroid, head and neck, or plastic surgery.
What is minimally invasive video-assisted thyroidectomy (MIVA)?
A technique pioneered by Prof. Paolo Miccoli of the University of Pisa, Italy, MIVA uses small incisions and endoscopic video guidance to remove all or part of the thyroid gland. It aims to reduce recovery time, scarring, and post-operative discomfort compared with traditional open thyroidectomy. The practice prioritizes MIVA techniques to improve patient outcomes.
Is thyroid or parathyroid surgery performed as outpatient?
For parathyroid disease and low-volume thyroid disease, the procedures are performed through 1.5 cm to 2.5 cm neck incisions, and the vast majority are performed as outpatient — meaning patients go home the same day.
What is the ACTPS Focused Practice Designation?
Adult Complex Thyroid/Parathyroid Surgery (ACTPS) Focused Practice Designation is a certification jointly issued by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery. It recognizes endocrine surgeons who perform a high volume of complex cases and meet rigorous standards for outcomes, professional standing, and a certifying examination.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes. The practice accepts all local insurance plans, including Medicare, Medicaid, and all local HMO plans. HMOs will require authorization and referrals from your primary care office. For out-of-the-area plans, a single-case agreement can be obtained for a specialized service.
How do I request a second opinion?
The practice welcomes second opinion consultations. Call or text (507) 398-2753, or use the contact form. Please have any prior imaging, pathology reports, and operative notes available so Dr. Senchenkov can review your case thoroughly.
Get Started
Schedule a consultation.
Whether you are seeking a new diagnosis, a second opinion, or coordinated surgical care, the practice is accepting new patients.
Specialty
Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery
Distinguished by advanced surgical expertise and dedication to minimally invasive techniques. Over 20 years of experience, advanced fellowship training under Dr. David Steward of the University of Cincinnati, and dual board certification with the ACTPS Focused Practice Designation.
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Minimally Invasive Thyroid Surgery
A demonstration of the minimally invasive video-assisted (MIVA) technique used in this practice.
Comprehensive Care
Tailored to each patient.
Dr. Senchenkov's thyroid and parathyroid services encompass a range of diagnostic and surgical procedures tailored to address various conditions and ensure optimal patient outcomes. His approach prioritizes minimally invasive video-assisted (MIVA) surgical techniques, aiming to reduce recovery time and improve outcomes. For parathyroid and low-volume thyroid disease, the procedures are performed through 1.5 cm to 2.5 cm neck incisions, and most operations are performed as outpatient.
Conditions Treated
- Thyroid Nodules
- Symptomatic Goiters
- Thyrotoxicosis
- Graves' Disease
- Thyroid Cancer (including metastatic and locally advanced disease)
- Parathyroid Disorders (adenomas, hyperplasia, reoperative cases)
Historical Context
Centuries of observation. Modern technique.
Thyroid disease has been observed and depicted for centuries, long before its mechanism was understood. The drawings of Leonardo da Vinci and the goiters painted by Italian Renaissance masters reflect a clinical tradition that today's endocrine surgery extends with new tools: high-resolution ultrasound, intraoperative nerve monitoring, video-assisted endoscopic visualization, and parathyroid hormone assays performed in the operating room.
Renaissance Iconography
Goiters in the works of Italian masters.
Italian Renaissance painters frequently depicted enlarged thyroid glands in their portraits — visual evidence of the iodine-deficient inland regions where they worked. These works document a medical reality long before its endocrine basis was discovered, reminding us that thyroid disease has always been a part of human experience.
Surgical Technology
The MIVA approach.
Minimally invasive video-assisted thyroidectomy (MIVA) uses small incisions and endoscopic visualization to remove all or part of the thyroid gland. The technique reduces scarring, post-operative discomfort, and recovery time compared with traditional open thyroidectomy. Dr. Senchenkov has trained under Dr. David Steward, one of the nation's leading thyroid and parathyroid surgeons, in the application of MIVA techniques.
Next Step
Schedule a Thyroid or Parathyroid Consultation
For a new diagnosis, a second opinion, or follow-up to outside care, the practice is accepting new patients.
Specialty
Head and Neck Surgery
Comprehensive head and neck surgical oncology services, combining superb fellowship training, experience, advanced surgical techniques, and a high-quality, patient-centered approach.
Comprehensive Care
Surgical oncology.
Dr. Senchenkov offers comprehensive surgical services, addressing both benign and malignant conditions of the head and neck. His expertise includes diagnostic endoscopic procedures, ablative surgeries, reconstructive surgeries, and microvascular procedures.
Conditions Treated
- Benign and malignant tumors of the aerodigestive tract: lips, nose and sinuses, oral cavity, pharynx, larynx, cervical esophagus
- Benign and malignant tumors of skin and soft tissues (skin cancers, melanoma, sarcoma)
- Complications of oncologic treatments (e.g., radiation)
- Thyroid and parathyroid disorders, including metastatic disease
- Salivary gland disorders: parotid, submandibular, sublingual, and minor salivary glands
- Reoperative head and neck cases
Surgical Expertise
Meticulous technique. Modern approach.
Dr. Senchenkov's head and neck surgery services are characterized by his meticulous surgical skills and use of advanced techniques. His approach ensures that patients receive the highest standard of care with a focus on successful outcomes and minimized recovery times.
Ablative Surgery
Comprehensive removal of head and neck tumors, ensuring complete surgical clearance and reducing the risk of recurrence.
Reconstructive Surgery
Advanced reconstructive techniques to restore form and function after tumor removal, including microvascular free tissue transfer with optimal timing of adjuvant oncologic treatments.
Minimally Invasive Procedures
Use of minimally invasive surgical techniques to reduce scarring, pain, and recovery time, while achieving excellent results.
Next Step
Schedule a Head and Neck Consultation
For a new diagnosis, a second opinion, or coordinated oncologic care, the practice is accepting new patients.
Specialty
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
A full range of reconstructive and aesthetic procedures, performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon with fellowship training in reconstructive microsurgery.
Dr. Senchenkov was educated and trained at the leading microsurgery institutions, including the University of Pittsburgh, University of Cincinnati, and Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN. He has individual experience of over 700 microvascular flaps and replantations across the full range of microsurgical complexity. He previously served as a leading microsurgeon, program director, and Associate Professor of Plastic Surgery and Otolaryngology at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.
Reconstructive Surgery
Restoring form and function.
Reconstructive procedures range from straightforward closures to microvascular free tissue transfer. Each plan is built around the patient's anatomy, oncologic situation, prior treatments, and goals.
Breast Reconstruction
We employ all breast reconstructive options following mastectomy, including state-of-the-art DIEP and other microvascular (free) flaps, with the goal of restoring natural appearance and confidence. Male chest reconstruction is also offered.
Facial & Nasal Reconstruction
All types of reconstructive procedures based on indication and patient preference: functional endoscopic forehead lifts with upper blepharoplasty for visual field impairment, functional nasal surgery for congenital and acquired (post-traumatic) nasal obstruction, facial and nasal reconstruction of Mohs defects, and correction of deformities.
Head and Neck Reconstruction
Expertise in tumor removal and reconstructive microsurgery for patients undergoing head and neck cancer treatment, ensuring functional and aesthetic restoration. Scalp and craniofacial reconstructions with applications of endoscopic, microvascular, 3D printing implant, and traditional techniques.
Microvascular Limb Salvage
Advanced microvascular techniques to salvage limbs affected by trauma, infection, or tumor, preserving function and quality of life. Microsurgical replantation.
Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
Repair of complex abdominal wall defects and hernias with flap reconstructions and mesh implantations, frequently in conjunction with panniculectomy.
Complex Wound Management
Comprehensive care for managing complex, irradiated wounds, utilizing innovative surgical approaches to promote healing and recovery.
Aesthetic Procedures
Refined results, conservative principles.
Aesthetic procedures performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon, drawing on the same surgical principles that guide reconstructive work: precision, conservatism, and natural-appearing results.
Facial Rejuvenation
A range of procedures to enhance facial aesthetics, including facelifts, rhinoplasty, forehead lifts, eyelid surgery, and fat grafting.
Body Contouring
Procedures such as liposuction, tummy tucks, and body lifts to reshape and tone the body, helping patients achieve their ideal physique.
Breast Surgery
Comprehensive breast surgery options including augmentation, reduction, and lifts, tailored to meet the individual goals and needs of each patient.
Next Step
Schedule a Plastic Surgery Consultation
Whether you are considering reconstruction after cancer treatment, addressing a functional concern, or exploring an aesthetic procedure, the practice is accepting new patients.
Specialty
Tumors of the Skin and Soft Tissues
Specialized care for patients with skin and soft tissue tumors, combining experience and advanced surgical skills with collaborative oncologic care.
Comprehensive Care
Diagnostic evaluation and surgical treatment.
We provide diagnostic evaluation and surgical treatment for patients with skin and soft tissue tumors, advanced skin cancers, melanoma, and sarcoma for all locations. Skin malignancies in cosmetically sensitive, functionally significant, or recurrence-prone areas are managed in conjunction with Mohs Dermatology colleagues to enhance local tumor control and tissue preservation. We work with all local Mohs Dermatology practitioners and accept all local insurance plans.
Conditions Treated
- Skin cancers: basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, Merkel cell carcinoma
- Other skin malignancies
- Melanoma — all locations and stages amenable to surgical care
- Soft tissue sarcoma
- Benign skin tumors: cysts, lipomas, dermatofibromas
- Recurrent and reoperative skin tumor cases
Surgical Expertise
Collaborative oncologic care.
We provide surgical care collaborating with a team of cancer care professionals — Mohs specialists, dermatologists, radiologists, radiation and medical oncologists, and rehabilitation specialists — with the goal of achieving the best possible outcomes while prioritizing patient safety and comfort.
Oncologic Surgery
Margin-negative resection is the mainstay of treatment of solid tumors. This is achieved by Mohs excision technique for tumors with appropriate histology and location, or surgical excision with margin width defined by care standards and anatomic feasibility. Tumors with propensity to spread to lymph nodes require stage-appropriate management — sentinel node biopsies or formal lymph node dissections (parotidectomies, neck, axillary, and groin dissections).
Reconstructive Surgery
Skin and soft tissue defects from tumor removal require reconstruction dictated by patient health, characteristics of the defect, and the need for additional oncologic treatments (e.g., radiation therapy). Reconstructive efforts may range from direct closure to microsurgical free flap reconstruction to ensure timely healing, tolerance of radiation, and optimal cosmetic and functional results.
Minimally Invasive Procedures
Whenever possible, we utilize minimally invasive techniques and sound reconstructive principles to minimize scarring and recovery time.
Next Step
Schedule a Skin Tumor Consultation
For a new diagnosis, a second opinion, or coordinated oncologic care, the practice is accepting new patients.
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Contact & Appointments
Schedule a consultation, ask a question, or request medical records. We respond to most messages within one business day.
Office Information
Practice
Spectrum Plastic Surgery, LLC
Address
2426 S Tamiami Trail, Floor 3
Sarasota, FL 34239
Sarasota, FL 34239
Phone / Text
Fax
(941) 866-9024
Office Hours
Friday: 7:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Saturday appointments available upon request
Saturday appointments available upon request