Education

FHNO Head & Neck Oncology Fellowship

(For Non-Maxillofacial Background Candidates)

Kolhapur Cancer Centre offers FHNO-certified fellowship programs aimed at developing expertise in Head & Neck Oncology through structured training, research, and multidisciplinary exposure.

Eligible Primary Qualifications

Candidates must hold one of the following degrees from NMC-recognized institutions:

• MS ENT / DNB Otorhinolaryngology
• MS General Surgery / DNB General Surgery
• MCh / DNB Surgical Oncology (enhanced H&N training)
• MCh Head & Neck Surgery
• Equivalent surgical specialty acceptable under FHNO guidelines
• Valid registration with NMC / State Medical Council

Eligibility Criteria

• Completed postgraduate training + mandatory registration
• Basic operative and clinical experience preferred
• Selection through departmental assessment + FHNO approval

Duration

• 2-year full-time structured fellowship
• Includes H&N surgical oncology training, reconstruction principles, multidisciplinary rotations, research, and logbook-based competency assessment
• Certificate Awarded: “FHNO Head & Neck Oncology Fellowship”

Common Training Features (All Fellowships)

• FHNO-approved curriculum
• Rotations across:
  • Surgery
  • Pathology
  • Radiation Oncology
  • Medical Oncology
  • Prosthodontics & Rehabilitation
  • Palliative Care
• Mandatory
  • Logbook maintenance
  • Research project
  • Case presentations
• Regular assessments + final exit examination

Contact: academicscoordinator@kolhapurcancercentre.com

Why Choose KCC for Oncology Training?

• High patient volume = real clinical exposure
• Strong multidisciplinary approach
• Advanced infrastructure
• Academic excellence with research focus
• Mentorship-driven learning environment