Head and Neck Cancer Program
The Head and Neck Cancer Program at the Cedars-Sinai Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute specializes in advanced care for patients with benign and malignant tumors of the head and neck. Located in western Los Angeles, the high-volume center is composed of a multidisciplinary team that partners with each patient to focus on comprehensive treatment, including diagnosis, therapy, recovery and surveillance.
Program Highlights
- Minimally invasive surgical techniques, including transoral robotic surgery to reduce side effects, hospital stays and the need for visible incisions
- Reconstructive surgery that focuses on restoring appearance and function
- Intensity-modulated radiation therapy plans that employ TruBeam technology to deliver focused treatment and reduce damage to surrounding tissues
- Tailored chemotherapy approaches, including targeted therapy and immunotherapy agents, which use the immune system to treat cancer
- Personalized, patient-centered plans for recovery after treatment
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