FELLOWSHIP IN HEAD AND NECK SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
MGA’s Fellowship in Head and Neck Surgical Oncology is a 12-month advanced program for doctors with 4+ years of clinical experience, covering the complete spectrum of head and neck cancer surgery — oral cavity, laryngeal, nasopharyngeal, hypopharyngeal, and thyroid malignancies — through structured evening classes, supervised clinical training at partner hospitals, and mentorship from India’s leading head and neck oncology surgeons. Master oncological resection, neck dissection, microvascular reconstruction, endoscopic and robotic-assisted surgery, molecular oncology, and multidisciplinary tumor board management — online or hybrid — and graduate with a NAAC A+ accredited fellowship certificate, CPD credits, and 1-year post-completion mentorship.
Fellowship in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology — Programme Overview
About the Programme
MGA's Fellowship in Head and Neck Surgical Oncology is a 12-month advanced subspecialty online fellowship for doctors with a minimum of 4 years of clinical experience who want to build expert-level surgical expertise in the management of head and neck cancers — oral cavity, laryngeal, nasopharyngeal, hypopharyngeal, thyroid, and paranasal sinus malignancies. This is one of the most anatomically demanding areas in surgical oncology, requiring precision in oncological resection, neck dissection, microvascular reconstruction, and functional rehabilitation — and this fellowship is built to give you mastery across all of it.
The online fellowship in head and neck surgical oncology curriculum spans 11+ modules — covering oncological resection techniques, lymph node dissection, microvascular and reconstructive surgery, robotic and endoscopic approaches, molecular oncology, precision medicine, HPV-related cancer biology, multidisciplinary tumor board management, palliative care, and pediatric head and neck oncology. This fellowship combines evidence-based academic learning with expert faculty guidance from India's leading head and neck oncology surgeons, free study materials, e-library access, CPD certification, and one year of structured mentorship — making it one of the most comprehensive head and neck surgical oncology fellowship programs available for working doctors across India.
"Fellows develop the surgical confidence to independently manage complex head and neck cancer cases — from biopsy and staging through oncological resection, microvascular reconstruction, robotic surgery, and multidisciplinary tumor board leadership — across India's leading cancer and ENT surgical centres."
12 Mo
Programme Duration
11+
Curriculum Modules
₹1.2L
Starting Fee
1 Yr
Post-Completion Mentorship
Who Is This Head & Neck Surgical Oncology Fellowship For?
Live & Recorded Online Classes
Evening live sessions after OPD hours — all lectures 100% recorded and accessible anytime on the LMS portal for this online head and neck surgical oncology fellowship.
Free Study Material & E-Library
Complete head and neck oncology notes, surgical case studies, imaging protocol guides, and full e-library access — all provided free throughout this fellowship.
Super-Specialist Faculty
India's leading head and neck oncology surgeons and reconstructive specialists — practicing clinicians with subspecialty expertise in oncological resection, microvascular surgery, and robotic head and neck oncology.
1-Year Mentorship
Structured expert mentorship for 12 months after your head and neck surgical oncology fellowship completion — supporting your transition into specialist cancer surgery practice.
CPD Accredited Certificate
Internationally recognised CPD & Training Council accredited head and neck surgical oncology fellowship certificate — credible across cancer hospitals, ENT oncology centres, and surgical institutions in India.
LMS Access & Tumor Board Sessions
Full LMS portal access, weekly live tumor board discussions, surgical case reviews, and doubt-clearing sessions with head and neck oncology faculty throughout the fellowship.
Robotic Surgery & AI Diagnostics Module
Dedicated module covering robotic-assisted head and neck surgery (TORS), AI-assisted diagnostics, molecular profiling, HPV-related cancer biology, and 2025 precision oncology standards.
Updated Curriculum
Continuously updated — covering 2025 robotic surgery advances, AI diagnostic tools, molecular targeted therapies, immunotherapy in head and neck cancers, and the latest HPV-related cancer management protocols.
Skills You Will Gain from This Head & Neck Surgical Oncology Fellowship
Six core surgical and clinical competencies covering the complete spectrum of head and neck oncology practice in this online fellowship.
Oncological Resection & Neck Dissection
Surgical proficiency in wide local excision, oral cavity, laryngeal, hypopharyngeal, and nasopharyngeal tumor resection, neck dissection (levels I–V), sentinel lymph node biopsy, skull base surgery, and management of perineural invasion, vascular involvement, and complex bone resections.
Microvascular & Reconstructive Surgery
Expertise in free flap reconstruction (fibula, radial forearm), regional and local flap design, microvascular anastomosis, mandibular reconstruction, and functional restoration of swallowing, speech, and facial aesthetics following major oncological resections.
Robotic & Endoscopic Surgery
Exposure to robotic-assisted head and neck surgery (TORS), endoscopic resection of nasopharyngeal and laryngeal tumors, minimally invasive techniques, intraoperative navigation systems, augmented reality guidance, and fluorescence imaging in head and neck surgical oncology.
Advanced Diagnostics & Imaging
Proficiency in interpreting CT, MRI, PET-CT, and biopsy findings for accurate head and neck tumor staging, surgical planning, treatment response assessment, and surveillance — alongside intraoperative imaging and image-guided resection techniques.
Molecular Oncology & Precision Medicine
Understanding of molecular profiling, genomic sequencing, HPV-related cancer biology, EGFR pathway analysis, biomarker-driven treatment decisions, targeted therapy, and immunotherapy in head and neck cancers — with application to personalised treatment planning.
Multidisciplinary Tumor Board Leadership
Confidence to lead complex head and neck cancer case presentations in MDT tumor boards — coordinating with radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, speech therapists, radiologists, and pathologists to design patient-centred, evidence-based treatment plans.
Career Outcomes After This Head & Neck Surgical Oncology Fellowship
Graduates of MGA's Fellowship in Head and Neck Surgical Oncology advance into specialist roles across India's leading cancer hospitals, ENT oncology centres, and academic institutions.
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Head & Neck Surgical Oncology Specialist
Work as a dedicated head and neck cancer surgeon in cancer hospitals, ENT oncology units, and multispecialty centres — independently managing the full spectrum of oral cavity, laryngeal, thyroid, and nasopharyngeal cancer surgical cases across all disease stages.
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Microvascular & Reconstructive Surgeon
Lead reconstructive surgery programs — performing free flap reconstructions, mandibular reconstruction, and functional restoration following major oncological resections, delivering surgical outcomes that balance oncological control with aesthetic and functional results.
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Robotic & Minimally Invasive Cancer Surgery
Work in advanced robotic surgery centres performing TORS and endoscopic tumor resections — contributing to India's growing minimally invasive head and neck oncology programs with expertise in intraoperative navigation and image-guided surgery.
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Multidisciplinary Tumor Board Member
Contribute as surgical oncology expert in MDT tumor boards — guiding evidence-based treatment decisions for oral, laryngeal, thyroid, and nasopharyngeal cancer patients in collaboration with oncology, radiology, and pathology teams.
05
Academic Teaching & Research
Join medical college faculty, contribute to head and neck oncology research and clinical trials, develop evidence-based surgical training programs, and advance the practice of head and neck surgical oncology through academic publication and teaching.
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Pediatric Head & Neck Oncology
Specialise in pediatric head and neck tumors — managing rhabdomyosarcoma, neuroblastoma, thyroid cancer, and congenital malignancies with child-specific surgical approaches, multidisciplinary team coordination, and age-appropriate reconstructive planning.
Fellowship in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology — Key Features
Everything MGA provides in this online head and neck surgical oncology fellowship
100% Online Learning
Live + Recorded Classes
Recorded Lectures
LMS Access Anytime
CPD Accredited
International Recognition
1-Year Mentorship
Post-Completion Support
Free Study Materials
E-Library + Case Studies
Robotic Surgery Module
TORS & AI Diagnostics
Flexible Batches
Jan–Dec / May–June
Flexible Fee Options
Financing Options Available
Accreditation & Recognition
CPD & Training Council — International Continuing Medical Education Accreditation
This head and neck surgical oncology fellowship is CPD accredited and recognised across cancer hospitals, ENT surgical centres, and medical institutions in India and internationally
What you'll learn
Foundations of Head and Neck Oncology
Surgical Techniques in Head and Neck Oncology
Radiation Oncology and Chemotherapy in Head and Neck Cancers
Multidisciplinary Management and Supportive Care
Research, Ethics, and Teaching in Oncology
Clinical Rotations and Practical Exposure
Key Features
- Attending /Non-Attending Classes
- Clinical Training in Nearest Hospital/Clinics.
- Free Study Material with recorded lectures
- Best Faculties (Super Specialists) of India
5. Library Access & Question & Answer Session
6. NAAC A+ University
7. 1 Year of Mentorship
8. Updated Curriculum
Course Curriculum
Introduction to Head and Neck Oncosurgery
- Introduction to the head and neck oncology team and interdisciplinary approach.
- Discussion of pathophysiology, staging, and clinical presentation of head and neck cancers.
- Presentation of the diagnostic and imaging modalities (CT, MRI, PET-CT, biopsy techniques).
- General principles of surgery, such as margins, lymphatic drainage, and tumor biology.
- General anatomy of head and neck.
- Summary of TNM staging system.
- Multidisciplinary team tasks (surgeons, radiologists, pathologists, oncologists).
- Simple surgical skills: Incision, flap, and tissue manipulation.
Oncological Resection Techniques
- Knowledge of oncological resection of oral cavity, oropharynx, hypopharynx, larynx, nasopharynx and paranasal sinuses cancers.
- Use of wide local excision principles and functional preservation.
- Methods of dealing with problematic resections (e.g., involvement of the base of the skull, cervical spine involvement).
- Removal of mouth and oropharyngeal tumors.
- Surgery of the larynx and hypopharynx.
- Malignancies of the nose, sinus and nasopharynx.
- Multifocal skull base and infratemporal fossa resections.
- Treatment of perineural invasion, vascularity, and bone resections.
- Surgical procedures with complex tumor resections.
- Use of surgical navigation and intraoperative imaging.
Lymph Node Dissection and Neck Surgery
- Thorough learning and performance of detailed neck dissections (levels I-V).
- Selective neck dissection using tumor site and lymphatic drainage.
- Location and protection of the essential structures (e.g., nerves, blood vessels).
- Knowledge about recurrence patterns of the neck, and the effect of neck dissection on prognosis.
- Signs of radical vs. selective neck resection.
- Techniques in lymphatic mapping and sentinel node biopsy.
- Neck recurrent disease.
- The value of frozen section and intraoperative pathology in neck surgery.
- Neck dissection courses, cadavers dissections and live operations.
Reconstructive Surgery in Head and Neck Oncosurgery
- Art in the reconstruction procedures after oncological resections.
- Knowledge of soft tissue and bony reconstruction.
- Use of free tissue transfer, flap (microvascular, regional, local) and grafts.
- Maximization of functional and aesthetics in head and neck reconstructions.
- Flap design and choice principles.
- Microvascular surgery and blood vessels transfer (free fibula, radial forearm flaps).
- Mandibular defects bone grafting and reconstruction.
- Functional outcomes: Pre- and post-reconstruction functional restoration of swallowing, speech, and breathing.
- Aesthetic reconstructions of the faces.
- Live case and cadaveric simulated surgery.
- Practice of microvascular suturing and free flap anastomosis.
Advanced Techniques in Endoscopic and Robotic Surgery
- Introduction to head and neck oncology, minimally invasive techniques.
- Expertise in endoscopic methods of resection of tumours in hard to reach locations.
- Practical exposure to head and neck cancer resections using robots.
- Naresopharyngeal and laryngeal tumors, endoscopic resection.
- Surgery Robotic-assisted procedures in head and neck surgery.
- Advantages and disadvantages of less invasive methods.
- Aftercare and possible complications of minimally invasive procedures.
- Simulation models of robotic surgery.
- Endoscopic techniques of dissection and resection of the nasopharynx and larynx.
Multidisciplinary Management and Adjuvant Therapies
- Combination of surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy to treat head and neck cancer.
- Recognizing those patients who would need adjuvant therapy (radiotherapy/chemotherapy).
- Treating radiation therapy complications, which include xerostomia and osteoradionecrosis.
- Postoperative adjuvant therapy and preoperative optimization.
- Neoadjuvant therapy and induction chemotherapy.
- Treatment of radiation induced toxicities and follow-up.
- Nutrition and speech/swallowing therapy after treatment.
- Involvement in tumor boards, conversations about complex cases with the multidisciplinary team.
- Practical training on dealing with complications and side effects of adjuvant therapy.
Emerging Technologies in Head and Neck Oncosurgery
- Exposure to latest technologies in head and neck cancer.
- Artificial intelligence (AI) applications in surgery and diagnosis.
- Knowledge of the potential of personalized medicine and molecular targeted therapies.
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning in tumor imaging and surgery.
- Intraoperative imaging, augmented reality, and robotic assistance innovations.
- The importance of next-generation sequencing and targeted therapies in head and neck cancer.
- Immunotherapy and the changing roles of immuno-oncology in head and neck cancers.
- Case studies Precision medicine and molecular tumor profiling.
- Practical experience with AI-driven diagnostic systems and robots.
Research, Academic, and Leadership Skills
- Training to become a self-sufficient clinician and academic leader.
- Practice in how to do high-impact research, writing scientific articles, and speaking at international conferences.
- Acquisition of leadership and teaching skills in academics.
- Head and neck oncology Research methodology and biostatistics.
- Composing and publication of papers in academia; speaking at conferences.
- Surgical team leadership, junior resident mentoring, and fellows.
- Head and neck oncology surgery: Innovations in surgery: Trends and future directions.
- Presentation and peer review of research projects.
- Mentorship and leadership training.
Palliative Care and End-of-Life Management
- Knowledge of the concepts of palliative care with advanced head and neck cancers.
- Symptom management skills such as pain management, dysphagia management and airway obstruction management.
- Ethics in end of life care, such as interaction with patients and families.
- Palliative care principles: The management of pain, dysphagia management. Tracheostomy management.
- Treatment of complications of the advanced disease: Hemorrhage, airway obstruction.
- Importance of hospice care and multidisciplinary palliative teams.
- The ethical decision-making in terminally ill head and neck cancer.
- Patient/family psychological support.
- Palliative care interventions case studies.
- Role-playing activities on how to convey bad news and end-of-life conversations.
Genetic and Molecular Aspects of Head and Neck Cancer
- Detailed knowledge of the genetic and molecular mechanisms of head and neck tumours.
- Molecular profiling and genetic testing in treatment decisions.
- Role of genetic counseling and precision medicine in head and neck oncology.
- Pathways and genetic mutations in head and neck cancer (e.g., EGFR, HPV-related cancers).
- Biomarkers and their use in prognosis and treatment planning.
- The future of personalized treatment and molecular targeted therapies.
- Genomic sequencing and its translation to clinical practice.
- Ethical factors and genetic counseling.
- Genetic test and molecular profile interpretation workshops.
- Oncologists and genetic counselor panel discussion on precision medicine.
Pediatric Head and Neck Oncology
- Knowledge of the special features of head and neck cancers in children.
- Knowledge of pediatric-related surgical techniques and factors.
- Cooperative care by pediatric oncologists, radiologists, and speech pathologists.
- Epidemiology and biology of tumors of the head and neck in children.
- Surgical plans of children with malignant or congenital tumors.
- Reconstructive surgery in children.
- Childhood cancer treatment such as rhabdomyosarcoma, neuroblastoma and thyroid cancer in children.
- Radiotherapy and chemotherapy problems, specific to the pediatric population.
- Discussions of pediatric head and neck tumors based on a case.
- Practical simulation of pediatric surgery.
Functional Rehabilitation and Speech Therapy
- Emphasize functional rehabilitation after head and neck surgery, speech and swallowing.
- Cooperation with speech-language pathologists to maximize functional results.
- Post-cancer rehabilitation of long-term disabilities.
- Rehabilitation of speech, swallowing and voice after surgery.
- Methods of rehabilitation of speech following laryngectomy (e.g., voice prostheses, esophageal speech).
- Swallowing rehabilitation therapy, such as feeding tubes and other techniques.
- Use of prosthetics for oral cavity defects and restoration of facial aesthetics.
- Management of trismus, xerostomia, and other functional impairments.
- Workshops with speech therapists for voice restoration techniques.
- Simulated swallowing exercises and rehabilitation protocols.
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