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Head and neck cancer

Head and neck cancers develop in the mouth, throat, sinuses or nose. Sarah Cannon Cancer Network oncologists can treat them with chemotherapy, radiation therapy or surgery. Reconstructive surgery may also be used to improve function and appearance. 

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Head and neck cancer treatment throughout the Wasatch Front

Receiving a cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming, so we provide compassionate care.

HCA Healthcare Sarah Cannon Cancer Network at MountainStar Healthcare offers specialized treatment for head and neck cancers. Our oncologists provide nonsurgical and surgical options to give you the best possible, personalized care.

Call AskSARAH: (844) 842-4812

Free medical information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.

Free medical information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.

Call AskSARAH: (844) 842-4812

Types of head and neck cancer we treat

We can address many cancerous conditions affecting the head and neck, including:

  • Laryngeal cancer
  • Malignant melanoma
  • Oral cavity tumors
  • Oral cavity cancer
  • Oropharyngeal cancer
  • Parathyroid cancer
  • Pharyngeal (throat) cancer
  • Salivary gland tumors
  • Thyroid cancer

Comprehensive head and neck cancer care

Our multidisciplinary cancer care team works together to provide an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.

Multidisciplinary cancer support

Our team members include:

  • Dentists
  • Head and neck surgeons
  • Medical oncologists
  • Oral surgeons
  • Radiation oncologists
  • Reconstructive surgeons
  • Speech, voice and swallowing therapists

Symptoms of head and neck cancer

Depending on the location of the tumor, head and neck cancers can have different symptoms. However, if you are experiencing one of more of the following, it is recommended to talk to you doctor as it may be a sign of head and neck cancer.

  • A growth in the mouth
  • A lump in the neck
  • A persistent earache
  • Changes in the skin on the head or neck area
  • Changes in the voice
  • Vomiting up blood
  • Problems swallowing

Treatment options for head and neck cancer

We offer a wide array of head and neck cancer treatments through our oncology program. Our team of doctors, nurses, surgeons and healthcare professionals will work together to create an individualized treatment plan which may include non-surgical or surgical options. Often, these two treatment types may be combined to provide the most effective treatment for you.

Common treatments for head and neck cancer may include:

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