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Head and neck cancer can be a devastating disease that affects patients’ critical functions, including eating, swallowing, speaking, and breathing, as well as their physical appearance. Head and neck cancer can affect many locations, including the mouth, throat, nose, and sinuses. Cancer can also arise from the thyroid gland, parotid/salivary gland, and skin of the face, ear, neck, and scalp.
The multidisciplinary Head and Neck Cancer team at UI Health is made up of doctors who specialize in treating cancers of the head and neck. We work together as a team to diagnose, stage, and treat patients with individualized treatment plans. We offer the most advanced, state-of-the-art surgical and medical treatments, including clinical trials. Our team is dedicated to patient care and quality of life, both during and after treatment.
Our surgical oncologists offer a variety of surgeries tailored to the type and size of cancer for each patient. Surgeries range from minimally invasive microsurgery and transoral robotic surgery (TORS) to complex surgeries involving the removal of bone from the face and mandible. For larger surgeries, our reconstructive surgeons offer microvascular free flap reconstruction to provide patients with optimal cosmetic and quality-of-life outcomes. We are one of only a few sites in the world that offer full-service reconstruction, including nerve and dental reconstruction, often in one single procedure.
Our radiation oncologists and medical oncologists offer nonsurgical, organ-sparing treatments made up of radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Chemotherapy is no longer the only type of systemic therapy available for head and neck cancer. Our medical oncologists offer immunotherapy based on the latest clinical trials and research to best treat our patients.
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Our Team of Experts
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Dara Adams, MD
Otolaryngology
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Viju Ananthanarayanan, MBBS, MD, FCAP
Pathology
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Nicholas Callahan, MPH, DMD, MD
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
View Profile
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Quinn Golinske, PA-C
Otolaryngology
View Profile
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Stephanie Joe, MD
Otolaryngology
View Profile
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Mark Korpics, MD
Radiation Oncology
View Profile
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Erin Mulligan, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, CNOR
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
View Profile
Request an Appointment
Karolina Plonowska-Hirschfeld, MD
Otolaryngology
View Profile
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David Reisberg, DDS
Craniofacial Center
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Ari Rubenfeld, MD
Otolaryngology
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Alexandra Schenck, MS, CCC-SLP
Otolaryngology
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Akanksha Srivastava, BDS, MSc, MDSc, FACP, FRCD(C), FAAMP
Craniofacial Center
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Bethzaida Suarez Gonzalez, MD
Otolaryngology
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Cynthia Udeh, DDS, MS, FACP
Craniofacial Center
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Barry Wenig, MD, MPH, FACS
Otolaryngology
Our team includes:
Head and Neck Surgical Oncologists and Reconstructive Surgeons (ENT and Oral Maxillofacial surgeons)
Radiation Oncologists
Medical Oncologists
Neuroradiologists
Pathologists
Speech-language Pathologists
Specialized Nurse Navigators
Maxillofacial Prosthodontists
Click here to see the full team of experts.
Our Location
Specialty Care Building, 6th Floor
1009 S. Wood St.
Chicago, IL 60612
Directions
To schedule an appointment
with an ENT surgeon
, call
312.996.6555
College of Dentistry, Room 110
801 S. Paulina St.
Chicago, IL 60612
Directions
To schedule an appointment with an OMFS surgeon, call
312.996.7460
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Primary & Specialty Care
At UI Health, our foundation in academic excellence leads to new possibilities in healthcare. We take pride in serving Chicago and are committed to keeping your family healthy.
Find a Doctor
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Locations
MyChart
Billing & Pricing
Contact Us
Call Us
866.600.CARE
For Patients & Visitors
A visit to the hospital can be overwhelming. At UI Health, we strive to make the patient and visitor experience as stress-free and comfortable as possible.
Find a Doctor
Make An Appointment
Locations
MyChart
Billing & Pricing
Contact Us
Call Us
866.600.CARE
For Referring Physicians
About UI Health
The University of Illinois Hospital and Clinics is a patient-centered organization. Providing safe, high-quality and cost-effective care for our patients is our foremost responsibility. The care of our patients and their families will always be at the heart of our mission.
Our Mission
Find a Doctor
Make An Appointment
Locations
MyChart
Billing & Pricing
Contact Us
Call Us
866.600.CARE
Head & Neck Cancer
Additional
Navigation
Home
/
Primary & Specialty Care
/
Cancer Services at UI Health
/
Cancer Programs
/
Head and Neck Cancer
Head & Neck Cancer
Symptoms & Detection
Stages & Treatment
Surgical Treatments
Our Team
Resources
American Head and Neck Society
Cancer.net
American Cancer Society
Head & Neck Cancer
Head and neck cancer can be a devastating disease that affects patients’ critical functions, including eating, swallowing, speaking, and breathing, as well as their physical appearance. Head and neck cancer can affect many locations, including the mouth, throat, nose, and sinuses. Cancer can also arise from the thyroid gland, parotid/salivary gland, and skin of the face, ear, neck, and scalp.
The multidisciplinary Head and Neck Cancer team at UI Health is made up of doctors who specialize in treating cancers of the head and neck. We work together as a team to diagnose, stage, and treat patients with individualized treatment plans. We offer the most advanced, state-of-the-art surgical and medical treatments, including clinical trials. Our team is dedicated to patient care and quality of life, both during and after treatment.
Our surgical oncologists offer a variety of surgeries tailored to the type and size of cancer for each patient. Surgeries range from minimally invasive microsurgery and transoral robotic surgery (TORS) to complex surgeries involving the removal of bone from the face and mandible. For larger surgeries, our reconstructive surgeons offer microvascular free flap reconstruction to provide patients with optimal cosmetic and quality-of-life outcomes. We are one of only a few sites in the world that offer full-service reconstruction, including nerve and dental reconstruction, often in one single procedure.
Our radiation oncologists and medical oncologists offer nonsurgical, organ-sparing treatments made up of radiation therapy and chemotherapy. Chemotherapy is no longer the only type of systemic therapy available for head and neck cancer. Our medical oncologists offer immunotherapy based on the latest clinical trials and research to best treat our patients.
REQUEST MY APPOINTMENT
Current Patient (MyChart)
New Patients
312.996.6555
Refer a Patient
Free Oral, Head, & Neck Cancer Screenings
April 27–May 1
Click here to learn more.
Our Team of Experts
View Profile
Request an Appointment
Dara Adams, MD
Otolaryngology
View Profile
Request an Appointment
Viju Ananthanarayanan, MBBS, MD, FCAP
Pathology
View Profile
Request an Appointment
Nicholas Callahan, MPH, DMD, MD
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
View Profile
Request an Appointment
Quinn Golinske, PA-C
Otolaryngology
View Profile
Request an Appointment
Stephanie Joe, MD
Otolaryngology
View Profile
Request an Appointment
Mark Korpics, MD
Radiation Oncology
View Profile
Request an Appointment
Erin Mulligan, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, CNOR
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
View Profile
Request an Appointment
Karolina Plonowska-Hirschfeld, MD
Otolaryngology
View Profile
Request an Appointment
David Reisberg, DDS
Craniofacial Center
View Profile
Request an Appointment
Ari Rubenfeld, MD
Otolaryngology
View Profile
Request an Appointment
Alexandra Schenck, MS, CCC-SLP
Otolaryngology
View Profile
Request an Appointment
Akanksha Srivastava, BDS, MSc, MDSc, FACP, FRCD(C), FAAMP
Craniofacial Center
View Profile
Request an Appointment
Bethzaida Suarez Gonzalez, MD
Otolaryngology
View Profile
Request an Appointment
Cynthia Udeh, DDS, MS, FACP
Craniofacial Center
View Profile
Request an Appointment
Barry Wenig, MD, MPH, FACS
Otolaryngology
Our team includes:
Head and Neck Surgical Oncologists and Reconstructive Surgeons (ENT and Oral Maxillofacial surgeons)
Radiation Oncologists
Medical Oncologists
Neuroradiologists
Pathologists
Speech-language Pathologists
Specialized Nurse Navigators
Maxillofacial Prosthodontists
Click here to see the full team of experts.
Our Location
Specialty Care Building, 6th Floor
1009 S. Wood St.
Chicago, IL 60612
Directions
To schedule an appointment
with an ENT surgeon
, call
312.996.6555
College of Dentistry, Room 110
801 S. Paulina St.
Chicago, IL 60612
Directions
To schedule an appointment with an OMFS surgeon, call
312.996.7460
Find a Doctor
Request an Appointment
Locations
Contact Us
Accessible Care
Privacy Policy
MyChart (Patient Portal)
Accepted Insurance Plans
Price Transparency
Pay a Bill
Give a Gift
Career Opportunities
Employee Intranet
Marketing Toolkit
UIC.edu
Website Feedback
Site Map
GENERAL INFORMATION
866.600.CARE (2273)
University of Illinois Hospital
1740 West Taylor Street
Chicago, IL 60612
© 2026 University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System
Find a Doc
Schedule
Locations
MyChart
Contact Us