Medical science advances when we are willing to question established approaches, examine emerging evidence, and discuss where new treatments may fit into clinical practice. At FHNO 2026 in Srinagar, I had the opportunity to participate in an engaging academic debate on an increasingly relevant question in Head & Neck Oncology: “Neoadjuvant Immunotherapy Should Be the […]
Common Symptoms Mistaken for Sinus Infection
A blocked nose, facial pressure, headache, or nasal discharge is often associated with a sinus infection. In many cases, these symptoms are caused by sinusitis, allergies, or other non-cancerous conditions. However, persistent or unusual sinus symptoms should not always be assumed to be an infection. Some cancers of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses can […]
Why Does Cancer Recur? Understanding Recurrence
One of the most difficult questions patients and families face after cancer treatment is: “Why did the cancer come back?” After completing surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, or a combination of treatments, patients naturally hope that the cancer is gone permanently. When cancer is later detected again, it can be frightening and confusing. Cancer recurrence does […]
Reflections from IFHNOS 2026, Brisbane: Learning, Collaboration and the Future of Head & Neck Oncology
There are some professional meetings that leave you with a notebook full of information. Others leave you with ideas that continue to influence the way you think long after the meeting has ended. IFHNOS 2026 in Brisbane was one of those experiences for me. It was a privilege to participate as an invited faculty member […]