Why Choose Us for Head & Neck Cancer Treatment
The Huntsman Cancer Institute Head and Neck Cancer Care Team excels at the complex, multidisciplinary care required to treat cancers of the aerodigestive tract. This includes the nose, the mouth, the throat, and the voice box, as well as skin cancers of the head and neck. In addition, we are a leader in treating endocrine cancers—cancers of the thyroid gland and benign conditions of the thyroid and parathyroid gland.
Our team extends beyond surgeons to include radiation oncologists, neuroradiologists, therapists for rehabilitation, and dietitians and nutritionists.
Specialized Treatments
Head and neck cancers can be categorized into five areas in the aerodigestive tract: oral cancer, oropharyngeal cancer, paranasal sinus and nasal cavity cancer, salivary gland cancer, and thyroid cancer.
Treatments for these cancers include the following:
- Minimally invasive transoral robotic surgery
- Radiation therapy
- Chemotherapy
- Targeted therapy
- Radioactive iodine therapy
- Radiofrequency ablation
Our Expertise
Our Head and Neck Cancer Care Team brings together experts from various specialties, including surgical oncology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology, and reconstructive surgery. This multidisciplinary approach ensures that patients receive a tailored treatment plan that is suited to their specific needs.
Additionally, our surgeons have specialized training in advanced techniques like robotic surgery and transoral laser surgery, which are minimally invasive and can offer faster recovery times with fewer side effects.
Patient Care Philosophy
We believe no one should face cancer alone. Our dedicated and world-renowned doctors, nurses, and medical staff are at the forefront of patient-centered care. We treat the whole person, not just their cancer.
Each day, our medical, surgical, and radiation oncologists work together across disciplines to create and coordinate treatment plans for every patient. We understand cancer is a complex disease. That is why we use a team approach that includes social workers and support groups, as well as wellness and integrative health services such as acupuncture, massage, creative arts, and more.
Find a Head & Neck Cancer Doctor
Richard H. Wiggins, MD
Head and Neck Surgical Oncology
Head & Neck Cancer Research
Our head and neck cancer clinical trials are breaking new ground with cancers that have historically been uniformly fatal, including novel therapies for anaplastic thyroid cancer, immunotherapy, and the significant reduction of radiation doses for HPV-driven throat cancers. Learn about HPV and vaccination to prevent cancers.
Clinical Trials
Make an Appointment with a Head & Neck Cancer Specialist
To make an appointment with a head and neck cancer specialist, fill out our appointment form or call 801-587-7000. Our team will determine if your insurance covers treatment at Huntsman Cancer Institute or if you need a referral from a primary care doctor.
External providers can refer a patient using the online referral form or by calling 801-587-7000 to speak to a patient registration specialist.
Head & Neck Cancer Basics
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