Oncologic & Reconstructive Surgery Program
At a Glance: Our Advanced Oncologic & Reconstructive Surgery Program
A cancer diagnosis is overwhelming enough, yet the diagnosis of head and neck cancer can bring a host of personal and specific challenges along with it. The prospect of an operation on the most visible parts of your face—the same parts you rely on to communicate and express yourself day in and day out—can intensify your concerns, worries, or fears.
This is why it’s crucial to choose a team that will not only give you the most effective treatment from an oncological standpoint, but also bring the utmost experience in advanced reconstructive techniques to the process of removing your tumor, upholding your appearance and facial function after your tumor has been removed.
The benefits of choosing our skilled and well-practiced team of surgeons include:
- Dual training in advanced reconstructive surgery, which encompasses advanced reconstructive techniques to restore form and function by transferring tissue with its blood supply to the affected area in head and neck cancer treatment, and advanced oncologic surgery, or the process of removing the tumor itself
- Using this combined expertise to approach tumor removal and reconstruction as a singular effort, with each goal complementing the other for an optimal outcome
- The use of advanced, cutting-edge technology to aid in tumor removal and reconstruction, including robotic surgery, transoral robotic surgery, and transoral laser surgery
- Immersion in the latest nonsurgical treatments and clinical trials to help you or your loved one possibly avoid surgery altogether
And as part of Barrow Neurological Institute at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, our Advanced Oncologic and Reconstructive Surgery Program puts you at the doorstep of world-class expertise in neurosurgery, neurology, oncology, and a myriad of other specialties.
The Barrow Difference
Most head and neck cancers require close collaboration among medical professionals in each subspecialty. As such, our oncology care is classified into three distinct subspecialties:
- Surgical Oncology
- Radiation Oncology
- Medical Oncology
Our head and neck surgical oncologists receive highly specialized training, which allows them to make tumor removal, functional reconstruction, and cosmetic reconstruction the focus of a single operation. Our team will thoughtfully examine your cancer; honing in on the best outcome overall while formulating a plan to preserve your senses and your ability to express yourself. In other words, they understand the importance of helping you still feel like you.
A Leader in Research
Our surgeons haven’t simply adopted the latest and greatest advances in the field—they’re pursuing research that we believe will lead to new gold-standard treatments, including:
- Exploring 3D printing and 3D imaging techniques to improve surgical outcomes
- Presenting our findings at national scientific meetings and publishing them in major academic journals, while also teaching at national courses
- Exploring ways to optimize both oncologic and reconstructive outcomes
- Evaluating new techniques of intraoperative tumor analysis
- Presenting at national and international societies and meetings
What We Treat
Head and Neck Cancer
Laryngeal Cancer
Nasal and Sinus Cancers
Oral Cavity Cancer (Tongue and Mouth)
Oropharyngeal Cancer (Throat Cancer)
Salivary Gland Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Tests, Treatments & Procedures
Cyberknife
Gamma Knife Radiosurgery
Head and Neck Cancer Surgery
Radiation Therapy & Radiosurgery
Skull Base Surgery
Specialists
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