Samsung Comprehensive Cancer Center

Head and Neck Cancer Center

Pursuing the Best Cure and Quality of Life Through Optimal Care

The Head and Neck Cancer Center at Samsung Medical Center provides specialized, multidisciplinary care for cancers of the head and neck. Through close collaboration among experts in head and neck surgery, radiation oncology, hematology oncology, radiology, nuclear medicine, and pathology, we deliver patient-tailored treatment using advanced technologies-including 3D printing guided surgery, robotic surgery, and reconstructive surgery-with the goal of preserving function while improving survival and quality of life.

Leading-Edge Treatment Across All Modalities

Our multidisciplinary approach integrates state-of-the-art surgical, radiation, medical, and immunotherapy techniques, leading to significant improvements in both survival and quality of life for our patients.
Surgical treatment incorporates 3D printing-guided surgery, microvascular reconstruction, robotic surgery, and minimally invasive techniques to reduce postoperative complications and optimize oncologic outcomes.
Advanced radiation therapies such as intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT), proton therapy, and Gamma Knife radiosurgery deliver highly targeted treatment that minimizes side effects and preserves surrounding critical structures.
In addition to conventional chemotherapy, patient- and tumor-specific targeted therapies and immunotherapies are used to improve treatment outcomes. As a result, survival rates have been increasing even among patients with advanced-stage head and neck cancer.
At Samsung Medical Center, we take pride in delivering comprehensive, multidisc

Specialized Expertise

Multidisciplinary Tumor Board Team (MDT)

Complex and recurrent cases are reviewed by a team of specialists-including surgeons, medical and radiation oncologists, radiologists, pathologists, and reconstructive surgeons-to ensure comprehensive, individualized treatment planning. This collaborative process streamlines diagnosis, improves treatment accuracy, and actively involves patients and their families in care decisions.

Recurrent Head and Neck Cancer Clinic

Korea's first clinic dedicated to recurrent head and neck cancer, offering specialized evaluation of prior treatments, advanced diagnostics, and individualized care plans. Management options may include re-operation, re-irradiation, or enrollment in clinical trials-aiming to improve outcomes in these highly challenging cases.