UHNM teams up with Keele University Celebrate Groundbreaking Advances in Head and Neck Cancer Care

University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust (UHNM) has teamed up with Keele University to showcase the latest groundbreaking advances in head and neck cancer care.
 
UHNM clinicians and academic partners were joined by former patients and members of the public at a special showcase evening at Keele University’s School of Medicine on 3 December.
 
The event, supported by UHNM Charity ,highlighted how advanced surgical training, cutting-edge technology and charitable support are driving improvements in cancer treatment and recovery.
 
As well as being able to hear patient’s stories, those in attendance were able to tour the Keele Anatomy Surgical Training Centre (KASTC) and try their hand at virtual reality and 3D systems used in surgical training.
 
The evening also featured the launch of a first-of-its-kind virtual reality trans-oral anatomy simulator supported by UHNM Charity.
 
Professor Ajith George, consultant head and neck surgeon at UHNM, said: “This event showed the strength and importance of our partnership with Keele University and UHNM Charity.
Hearing patients share their experiences of tonsil cancer was incredibly moving and reminded us why this work matters.
 
“The minimally invasive techniques developed at KASTC mean more accurate surgery, quicker recovery and fewer complications for our patients. These skills can be used worldwide, even in centres without robotic systems.
 
“It was great to let visitors try the virtual reality and 3D training technologies and to highlight the importance of the body donation programme. Launching our new virtual reality trans-oral anatomy simulator funded by UHNM Charity was a major milestone and will help train the next generation of surgeons.”