Head, Neck, and Throat Cancer Treatment Program

At UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, we take a multidisciplinary approach to treating head and neck cancers. Our skilled doctors and other head and neck cancer experts coordinate all aspects of your care.

We also offer the chance to take part in clinical trials of head and neck cancer treatments that may not be available elsewhere.

Every type of head, neck, and throat cancer treatment — traditional and novel — is within our scope of expertise.

Your Head, Neck, and Throat Cancer Treatment Program

Your head and neck cancer treatment program will depend on:

• The type of head, neck, or throat cancer you have.
• The stage of your cancer.
• Your goals of cancer treatment.

Based on these and other factors, your team may suggest one or more of the following treatments:

• Endoscopic or minimally invasive surgery
• Medicine (chemotherapy or immunotherapy)
• Radiation therapy

Your Head, Neck, and Throat Cancer Care Team

Your care team at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center combines the expertise of:

• Head and neck surgeons
• Ear, nose, and throat doctors
• Medical and radiation oncologists
• Speech pathologists
• Dental and maxillofacial surgeons
• Pathologists

Contact Us About Head and Neck Cancer Care

To learn more or make an appointment for head and neck cancer care at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center, call 412-647-2811.