The head and neck cancer team at Creighton University Medical Center, led by Dr. Thomas Dobleman, offers a highly specialized, multi-disciplinary approach to treatment of head and neck cancer. Our team of expert surgeons, oncologists, radiation oncologists, endocrinologists, dentists, pathologists, and speech and swallowing therapists work together to provide some of the latest technology and treatment options.

Head and neck cancers are identified by the area they begin. These areas include:

• Oral cavity
• Salivary glands
• Paranasal sinuses and nasal cavity
• Skin
• Lymph nodes
• Pharynx
• Larynx
• Thyroid

Our Approach

The head and neck cancer team at Creighton University Medical Center understands cancer care is more than tests, surgery, and drug therapy. Our multidisciplinary team was created to meet all aspects of our patient’s needs and to treat issues our patients may encounter during treatment, including:

• Difficulty with speech and swallowing
• Changes in appearance due to surgery and treatment - leading to subsequent reconstructive surgery needs
• Emotional and physical needs of both the patient and their family and the disease’s impact on quality of life

Our Commitment to Education

Head and neck cancer affects the lives of more than 80,000 Americans each year, with an additional 400,000 who develop skin cancer in the head and neck area. Cancers of the head and neck are not easily detected, and the team at Creighton University Medical Center is dedicated to early detection education throughout the community. Our program focuses on all aspects of head and neck cancers, including research and cure, clinical trials, free screenings, educational outreach, treatment, and recovery services.

Testimonials

“I felt I was in the best possible place by going to Dr. Dobleman and his team. Anyone who knows Dr. Dobleman tells you he is the best there is,” says Denise. “By starting with the chemotherapy, he gave me the best shot for a less invasive surgery,” she adds. – Denise McBride
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“Dr. Dobleman gave me the news straight and answered all my questions, including that the location of the cancer did not automatically mean any of the brain tissue was involved,” explains Harley. “I had all the confidence in the world in him and wouldn’t have wanted anyone else,” adds Harley. – Harley Batie
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For Patients

For more information on head and neck cancer at Creighton University Medical Center

Office: 866.704.2362

For Physicians

To refer a patient or seek a consultation, call

877.775.0011

Our Specialists

Thomas Dobleman, M.D.
Director, Head and Neck Surgery
Surgical Oncologist and
Reconstructive Surgeon
Assistant Clinical Professor -
Department of Oral and
Maxillofacial Surgery - Creighton
School of Dentistry
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Gimani S. Soori, M.D.
Medical Oncology/Hematology

Robert Langdon, M.D.
Medical Oncologist/Hematologist

Peter Silberstein, M.D.
Chief, Hematology/Oncology

Peter Townley, M.D.
Medical Oncologist

Cam Nguyen, M.D.
Radiation Oncologist

Andjela Drincic, M.D.
Endocrinologist

John Schaner, D.M.D.
Associate Professor of General
Dentistry

Zoran Gatalica, M.D.
Pathologist

Caishu Deng, M.D.
Pathologist

Pat J. Gill, M.S., CCC-SLP
Speech and Swallowing
Therapist