Head and Neck Cancer Program

Head and neck cancersimpact how you present yourself to the world. Delicate areas like the mouth, throat, nose and voice box require the experience and precision of an expert team.  

As an academic hospital, Mays Cancer Center, home to UT San Antonio MD Anderson Cancer Center, provides advanced treatments such as robotic and reconstructive surgery. And we round them out with comprehensive support services and a personalized treatment plan.

Why choose us for head and neck cancer care?

Our team of experts works together to put your needs front and center. That includes: 

• Accurate diagnosis through comprehensive testing and evaluation. Depending on your condition, it may include high-resolution imaging such as a computed tomography (CT) scan or an endoscopy (where a thin tube is inserted to take images internally).  
• Advanced treatments such as reconstructive surgery, where skilled surgeons repair vital parts of your head and neck to restore not only their function but also your self-esteem
• Dedicated head and neck cancer nurse navigator to answer questions, help coordinate appointments and support you through your cancer care journey
• Highly trained specialists such as: 
  • Medical oncologists who listen closely to your questions 
  • Surgeons who use the least invasive treatment options 
  • Therapists who focus on the physical and emotional effects of treatment 

Regular tumor board meetings where our head and neck 

Head and Neck cancers we treat

• Laryngeal (voice box) Cancer
• Oral Cancer
• Oropharynx Cancer
• Paranasal Sinus Cancer
• Throat Cancer
• Thyroid Cancer