Alexis B Olsson

Clinical Professor of Otolaryngology (Dental Surgery) at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine specializing in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. Affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago.

Education:

• DDS: Northwestern University (1987)
• Residency: Hospital Dentistry, Northwestern University, McGaw Medical Center (1988)
• Residency: Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Northwestern University, McGaw Medical Center (1992)
• Board Certification: Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Dr. Olsson's research focuses on advanced surgical interventions including orthognathic procedures, facial reconstruction after trauma or cancer, obstructive sleep apnea correction, and dental implantology. With emphasis on minimally invasive techniques and patient-centered outcomes, their work bridges clinical practice with evidence-based innovation in craniomaxillofacial surgery. The surgical approach integrates precision medicine principles for complex facial deformities and trauma cases.

Recent publications demonstrate evolving trends toward standardized outcome measurement in trauma surgery, multidisciplinary care protocols for facial injuries, and pediatric craniofacial outcomes analysis. Research increasingly incorporates patient-reported metrics alongside clinical indicators, reflecting a shift toward holistic assessment in reconstructive surgery.

Scientific Recognition:

• Elected Fellow, American College of Surgeons (2016)
• Presentation Award, Great Lakes Society of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons (1992)
• Lecturer Award, Mexican Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons (1991)
• Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Society Honor (1987)
• AAOMS Undergraduate Achievement Award (1987)

As Vice President Elect of the International Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons (2014-present) and Board Examiner for the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Dr. Olsson shapes global surgical standards. Leadership roles include AO Craniomaxillofacial Faculty and Chair of Reconstructive Surgery subcommittees, driving clinical pathway development. Professional service extends to editorial positions including Section Editor for the International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (2001-2014).

Active in over 10 professional societies including the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association and International Team for Implantology, Dr. Olsson collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across Northwestern Medicine's craniofacial centers, focusing on complex trauma reconstruction and surgical innovation.