Introduction to Head and Neck Cancer
Many head and neck cancers can be cured, but getting the best outcome requires close cooperation among a variety of medical specialists.
Runtime: 18:00 minutes Published: 10/18/2011 - 1:00 PM
Diagnosing Head and Neck Cancer
Head and neck tumors are among the easiest cancers to detect and are more treatable when found early, say MSKCC experts.
Runtime: 07:00 minutes Published: 10/18/2011 - 1:00 PM
Surgery for Head and Neck Cancer
Head and neck surgeons at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center discuss minimally invasive approaches to removing tumors.
Runtime: 06:00 minutes Published: 10/18/2011 - 12:00 PM
Reconstructive Surgery for Head and Neck Cancer
New techniques in plastic and reconstructive surgery can help restore patients’ appearance and function after surgery for head and neck cancer.
Runtime: 07:00 minutes Published: 10/18/2011 - 11:00 AM
Radiation Therapy and Safety
Highly precise radiation therapy techniques offer effective, localized treatment for many head and neck cancer patients.
Runtime: 13:00 minutes Published: 10/18/2011 - 11:00 AM
Head and Neck Cancer Q&A
Experts from Memorial Sloan-Kettering answer questions about advances in the treatment of head and neck tumors.
Runtime: 22:00 minutes Published: 10/18/2011 - 8:00 AM
HPV and the Risk of Head and Neck Cancer
Medical oncologist David Pfister discusses the growing incidence of head and neck cancers in people with a previous HPV infection.
Runtime: 9:00 minutes Published: 03/01/2010 - 12:00 AM
Head and Neck Cancer: Treatment Advances
Medical oncologist Eric Sherman summarizes advances in the treatment of head and neck cancer presented at ASCO.
Runtime: 3:00 minutes Published: 07/17/2009 - 12:00 AM
John's Story
When John McPeak was diagnosed with base-of-tongue cancer, radiation oncologist Nancy Lee eliminated the tumor while preserving his quality of life.
Runtime: 5:00 minutes Published: 01/01/2009 - 12:00 AM
