From recognition to recovery: A shared journey through head and neck cancer
10 Oct 2026
Keynote Theatre
Learning Content
Join a dental professional and a head and neck cancer patient as they share a powerful dual perspective on the cancer journey. Exploring the importance of early recognition, timely referral, compassionate communication and long-term support. Combining clinical expertise with lived experience, delegates will gain practical insights into delivering person-centred care and better understand how the dental team can positively influence patient outcomes and survivorship.
Aims
To explore the patient journey through head and neck cancer from both the dental professional's and the patient's perspectives, highlighting the vital role of the dental team in early detection, compassionate communication, multidisciplinary care, and long-term survivorship.






