Types of Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer Treatment
Memorial Cancer Institute is on your side with a team of dedicated cancer specialists who have extensive experience treating a variety of head and neck cancers.
Our team of highly skilled surgeons and experienced medical oncologists use the latest technological advancements, including stereotactic radiation therapy CyberKnife® radiosurgery to effectively treat head and neck cancer.
We also have dedicated head and neck tumor boards where a multidisciplinary cancer care team meets to plan the best course of treatment for the patient, which may include a combination of:
- Surgery
- Radiation
- Chemotherapy
- Targeted therapy
Memorial Cancer Institute's commitment to excellence in cancer research gives you access to the latest medications in head and neck cancer through clinical trials. Head and neck cancers can significantly impact quality of life and are often associated with difficulty in swallowing, speech, or hearing.
Memorial Cancer Institute's multidisciplinary approach team has a variety of support services available to ensure a smooth recovery including:
- Medication therapy management
- Nutritional counseling
- Oral surgery
- Dentistry
- Pain management and palliative care
- Social work
- Speech and voice therapy
- Swallowing therapy
Meet your head and neck cancer team:
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Luis E. Raez, MD, FACP, FCCP, MACSG
Medical Director, Memorial Cancer Institute
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Brian Hunis, MD
Medical Director, Head and Neck Cancer Program,
Memorial Healthcare System
Meet your patient navigator:
Please call Memorial Cancer Institute to schedule an appointment: 954-265-4325, or email us.
