Abstract
Since the previous edition of these guidelines, significant changes have taken place in the training and assessment of surgeons and oncologists who treat patients with head and neck cancer. For those intending to become head and neck surgeons, a fellowship in head and neck surgery is virtually mandatory. This paper summarises the current career structure to specialise in head and neck oncology and surgery in the UK. Recommendation • Trainees applying for head and neck surgical oncology consultant posts should have completed additional training in the subspecialty.
Highlights
Education in the practice of head and neck oncology (HNO) has been identified as one of the key challenges in the management of head and neck cancer in the 21st century
The re-structuring and shortening of the training programmes over the last two decades has promoted the creation of interface and post-specialty training dedicated fellowship posts, with the ultimate aim of improving patient care
Educational principles Training in head and neck surgical oncology (HNSO) in the UK, both in the parent specialty and for interface trainees are governed by a curriculum approved by the General Medical Council
Summary
Education in the practice of head and neck oncology (HNO) has been identified as one of the key challenges in the management of head and neck cancer in the 21st century. Educational principles Training in head and neck surgical oncology (HNSO) in the UK, both in the parent specialty and for interface trainees are governed by a curriculum approved by the General Medical Council.
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