Supportive and Palliative Care in Head and Neck Cancer

Supportive and palliative Care in Head and Neck Cancer

Approximately 1/3 of patients referred through for oncological management of their head and neck cancer within Merseyside will undergo a palliative treatment strategy.  In addition, local relapse rates for those initially treated with radical intent (with HPV negative disease) approach 50%.  

This meeting is designed to encourage members within H&N MDT to attend and engage in disccussing complex decisions regarding patient care.

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Course Description

Date: Friday 21st June 2024 - 08:30 hrs - 16:00 hrs

Update on current palliative management strategies for H&N cancer

Ethical considerations and decision making in nutrition and airway management for patients with a palliative diagnosis

Available support and resources for patients with complex symptoms

Speakers:

Professor Christian Ottensmeier - Professor Immuno-Oncology
Dr Anoop Haridass - Consultant Clinical Oncologist
Dr Dan Monnery - Clinical Lead Palliative and Supportive Care
Vikki-Lee Birchenough - Homeless Palliative Care Service Lead
Professor Jo Patterson - Professor of Speech and Language Therapy
Dr Catriona Mayland - Senior Clinical Lecturer & Honorary Consultant in Palliative Medicine

LUNCH AND REFRESHMENTS ARE PROVIDED