Multidisciplinary Head and Neck Cancer Clinic
Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute’s head and neck cancer specialists combine unsurpassed medical expertise, innovation and compassionate care to treat each patient’s specific cancer. We work together to design the best and most effective treatment plans, incorporating new technology and a personalized approach.
Tumor Board
At Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute, a team of cancer experts meets weekly to discuss select complex cases and determine the best course of care. This team includes:
- Clinical trials staff
- Genetic counselors
- Medical geneticists
- Medical oncologists
- Pathologists
- Patient navigators
- Plastic reconstructive surgeons
- Radiation oncologists
- Radiologists
- Social workers
- Surgeons
Hematologic oncology and bone marrow transplant experts may also take part in these discussions. The combined expertise of these specialists helps ensure you get the best available care.
Surgical Oncologists
Medical Oncologist
Radiation Oncologists
Reconstructive Surgery
Rehabilitation Oncologists
Oral Medicine Specialist
“When I was told that I was cancer free, it was very emotional,” he said. “Once I retired from the military, I became the primary caretaker for the kids and my wife works outside the home. I feel blessed to have a second chance in life. I would like to see my kids grow up, get older, see my grandkids.”
South Florida’s First Proton Therapy Center
Proton therapy is a highly specialized treatment that directs proton particles toward tumors. The goal of treatment is to destroy cancer cells while largely sparing healthy tissue and decreasing the risk of side effects. This sophisticated therapy is used only for certain types of cancers and in a limited number of people.
Types of Head and Neck Cancer
The vast majority of head and neck cancers are squamous cell carcinomas. These cancers start in the mucus membrane — the moist, inner lining — of your mouth, nose and throat. The mouth and voice box are the most common cancer sites, but there are many different types of head and neck cancer.
Each type has its own specific risk factors, symptoms, prevention techniques and treatments. As a result, prognosis and treatment options vary based on your genetic makeup, the location of your cancer and your cancer’s stage.
For a comprehensive look at a specific type of head and neck cancer, click a cancer type below: