FHNO India

The Foundation for Head and Neck Oncology (FHNO) is a multi-specialty national society for Head & Neck Cancer in India. Our membership is drawn from the entire gamut of medical sub-specialties involved with Head & Neck Cancer including but not limited to Otolaryngology, Head & Neck Surgery, Surgical Oncology, Maxillo-facial Surgery, Radiation Oncology, Medical Oncology, Reconstructive Surgery , Basic Sciences , Allied specialties, Speech and Swallowing Therapies.Head & Neck Cancers as a group are the most prevalent cancers in India and the subcontinent. The FHNO was conceived in 2001 with the teaming together of national group of clinical and research scientists active in the specialty who felt the necessity of an active body to oversee the standards of care, education and research for such a significant health problem of the country. The three main thrusts of activity for the Foundation have been towards establishing uniform and internationally accepted standards of care in head and neck cancers in the country; promote research programs in basic sciences as well as clinical areas and initiate educational activities like structured oncology training programs and fellowships in head and neck oncology. Hence more like minded professionals with the required background and expertise are most welcome to further the cause and join the association. FHNO 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 Head & Neck 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.