Fellowship in Head and Neck Cancer Surgery
The Fellowship in Head and Neck Cancer Surgery is a one-year advanced training program designed for surgeons seeking specialized expertise in the management of head and neck cancers. It equips participants with comprehensive knowledge in diagnosis, surgical and reconstructive techniques, oncologic emergencies, and supportive care to ensure holistic treatment of cancer patients.
Overview
This fellowship offers a structured blend of academic learning, clinical exposure, surgical practice, and research in head and neck oncology. Candidates are trained in epidemiology, cancer biology, diagnostic techniques, systemic oncology, and reconstructive surgery. The program emphasizes not only technical surgical skills but also pain management, palliative care, psychological support, ethics, and modern cancer therapies like gene and molecular treatments. Graduates emerge as skilled specialists ready to contribute to advanced clinical practice, research, and academic teaching in oncolo
This is a one year fellowship program that is available for candidates desiring additional training in Head and Neck Cancer Surgery
Provide surgeons with comprehensive academic, research, and clinical training in Head and Neck Cancer Surgery.
Include learning in pathophysiology, evaluation, diagnosis, and standard management of head and neck cancer pathologies.
Place strong emphasis on research, scholarly activity, and teaching experience.
Build a strong foundation for candidates to qualify for the Post-Doctoral Fellowship Award from KVV.
Surgeons advance from fundamentals to frontline care—mastering diagnosis, surgical management, reconstruction, oncology principles, and research—gaining expertise for clinical practice and academic growth.
Core Curriculum (Traditional Undergraduate)
Section
Topics Covered
Epidemiology
Methods, descriptive & analytical epidemiology
Principles of Cancer Management
Surgical, medical & radiation oncology; biologic therapy
Prevention
Tobacco related cancers, diet chemoprevention
Cancer diagnosis
Pathology, cytology, imaging, endoscopy, laparoscopy
Eligibility Criteria:
- Annual Intake:
- 2 seats per year
- Eligibility Criteria:
- MS/DNB in Surgery/ENT, MDS in OMFS, M.Ch in Plastic surgery or equivalent degree, recognized by NMC/ Dental Council of India
- Duration:
- 1 Year
Contact Us
Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Karad Malkapur, Karad (Dist.Satara), Maharashtra, India. PIN - 415539
