Fellowship in Head and Neck Oncosurgery

Overview

• There is vast heterogeneity in standard of care of head and neck cancers in India and abroad. FHNO( Foundation of head and neck oncology), is a cornerstone foundation and an active body to oversee the standards of care, education and research for such a significant health problem of the country.
• The goal of FHNO HN Fellowship is to provide structured and didactic training in all aspects relevant to research, prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of head and neck cancers, with specific emphasis on hands-on surgical training in head and neck oncology and contemporary reconstruction. The program has well balanced and integrated clinical and academic aspects.
• The fellowship will involve entrance examination, 2 years of resident program with periodic evaluations as the program progresses, and exit examination. Pertinent details can be found in the attachments. Upon successful completion of the exit examination a certificate will be issued by FHNO recognizing the satisfactory completion of the course, and passing the examination.
• The fellowship will have two paths for training with different curricula, according to the primary qualification of the candidates. The fellows with Maxillofacial background will be trained for “FHNO Oral Oncology Fellowship” and will be awarded certificate for “Oral Oncology”. The fellows with other background will be trained for “FHNO Head & Neck Fellowship” and will be awarded certificate for “Head & Neck Oncology”.

Eligibility

Candidate should have completed MS ENT / DNB ENT.

Minimum Education