Head & Neck Cancer 

A Team Approach to Head and Neck Cancer

At Geisinger, patients diagnosed with any form of head and neck cancer receive the gold standard in care — an individualized treatment plan developed by a team of cancer specialists including:

• Otolaryngologists
• Medical oncologists
• Radiation oncologists
• Pathologists
• Surgeons

 This multidisciplinary care approach has been offered for more than 50 years by the Geisinger head and neck cancer team and offers patients the convenience of:

• One visit to see multiple specialists
• A treatment plan determined by a team of cancer specialists
• No gap in care as the patient moves between chemotherapy, radiation and/or surgical treatment. 

Advanced Treatment Options

Geisinger head and neck cancer specialists use the latest technologies for diagnosis and state-of-the-art treatment of this type of cancer. Geisinger’s ongoing clinical research and affiliation with national research institutions gives patients the option to participate in national clinical studies. These studies represent the most advanced treatment options not yet available in most healthcare settings.

Experts Who Care

Geisinger’s  radiation and medical oncologists and surgeons have a proven  level of specialization and competence. Nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other support staff have dedicated their careers to treating these patients, resulting in unmatched expertise. Each member of the team takes the time to listen and answer each patient’s questions. They each recognize that a cancer diagnosis is overwhelming, and that a little extra time spent goes a long way to making patients feel better about their treatment.

If you’ve been diagnosed and presented with a treatment plan through another facility and would like a second opinion, call us.