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Head & Neck Cancer:
Bridging the Gap - from Cure to Survivorship
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15 , 16 and 17 March, 2024
Venue: Hotel Crowne Plaza, Rohini, New Delhi, India

Conference Brochure
 About the Conference
Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Ins tute and Research Centre organizes its yearly global academic conference with the aim
of promo ng ongoing medical educa on and sharing knowledge and exper se from dis nguished facul es,
both domes c and interna onal, to benefit our delegates, students, and professionals alike.

Registra on for RGCON 2024, scheduled to take place in New Delhi, India from 15th to 17th March 2024, is now
open. The conference theme for this year is "Head and Neck Cancer: Bridging the Gap; from Cure to
Survivorship." RGCON 2024 promises an enriching experience, with a compelling program featuring the latest
groundbreaking advancements and research presented in scien fic and educa onal sessions, complemented
by vibrant networking events.

We have curated a comprehensive program that encompasses the latest developments in diagnosis, treatment
modali es, and survivorship care. With an impressive lineup of esteemed speakers, both na onally and
interna onally renowned, this event promises to be a dynamic and enriching experience for all a endees.

Key highlights of the conference include:

 Cu ng-Edge Research: Explore groundbreaking research and innova ons in the field of head and neck
oncology. Learn about novel therapies, precision medicine approaches, and emerging technologies that are
transforming cancer care.

 Mul disciplinary Approach: Engage in sessions that promote collabora on among various disciplines,
including surgery, radia on oncology, medical oncology, pathology, and suppor ve care. We believe in the
power of teamwork to improve pa ent outcomes.

 Pa ent-Centered Care: Hear inspiring pa ent stories and gain insights into the importance of pa ent-
centered care in managing head and neck cancers. Understanding the human aspect of oncology is
fundamental to delivering compassionate and effec ve treatments.

 Interac ve Workshops: Par cipate in hands-on workshops and case discussions to enhance your prac cal
skills and problem-solving abili es. Our workshops are designed to provide prac cal insights into complex
clinical scenarios.

 Networking Opportuni es: Connect with like-minded professionals, researchers, and industry
representa ves during our networking events. Forge valuable partnerships and collabora ons that can
drive progress in the field.

We invite clinicians, researchers, students, and all healthcare professionals with an interest in head and neck
oncology to join us for this remarkable event. Together, let's elevate the standard of care, improve pa ent
outcomes, and make a significant impact on the fight against head and neck cancers.

Mark your calendars and register early to secure your spot at the Head and Neck Oncology: Bridging the Gap;
from Cure to SurvivorshipConference 2024. We look forward to welcoming you to this transforma ve event.
See you there!
 Patrons

Mr. Rakesh Chopra Shri D S Negi Dr. Sudhir Rawal Dr. D C Doval Dr. A K Dewan

Organising Committee

Dr Mudit Agarwal Dr Munish Gairola Dr Rajat Saha Dr Sumit Goyal

Dr Sunil Pasricha Dr Vikas Arora

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Surgical Oncologists (Head & Neck Surgery), ENT Surgeons,
Dental Surgeons (Maxillofacial Surgeons),
General Surgeons, Medical Oncologists, Radiation Oncologists,
Pathologists, Nuclear Medicine Specialists and Post-Graduate in Concerned Specialties

Last Date for Abstract Submission: February 15, 2024

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 Organising Committee

Patrons Organizing Committee Scientic Committee

Mr. Rakesh Chopra Dr. Mudit Agarwal Dr. Anurag Mehta
Shri D S Negi Dr. Munish Gairola Dr. Gauri Kapoor
Dr. Sudhir Rawal Dr. Rajat Saha Dr. Rajeev Kumar
Dr. D C Doval Dr. Sumit Goyal Dr. Jaskaran S Sethi
Dr. A K Dewan Dr. Sunil Pasricha Dr. Ullas Batra
Dr. Vikas Arora Dr. KMM Vishvak Chanthar
Dr. Shivashankara Swamy MS

Editorial Reception Commiittee Website

Dr. Vineet Talwar Dr. L M Darlong Dr. Rajiv Chawla
Dr. I C Prem Sagar Dr. Vaishali Zamre Dr. Rajan Arora
Dr. Sunil K. Puri Dr Vandana Jain Dr. Kundan Chufal
Dr. Shivendra Singh Dr. Pankaj Goyal Dr. Sandeep Jain
Dr. Anita Kulkarni Dr. Meenakshi Kamboj Dr. Garima Daga
Dr. Gurudu Gupta Dr. Mansi Sharma Dr. Sarthak Tandon
Dr. Varun Goel Dr. Abhishek Aggarwal Dr. Sheetal Bhalla
Dr. Ashish Khanna Dr. Kripa Shankar Mishra Dr. Kapil Goyal
Dr. Anchit Kumar

Event Management Committee Transport & Accommodation

Dr. Shalini Mishra Dr. Manoj Gupta
Dr. Anila Sharma Dr. Himanshu Rohela
Dr. Amitabh Singh Dr. Vishal Yadav
Dr. Sarika Gupta Dr. Shaifali Goel
Dr. Anjali K Pahuja Dr. Sarbartha Kumar Pra har
Dr. Praveen Ahalawat Dr. Kondamudi Dheeraj
Dr. Abhishek Singh

Finance Committee
Dr. P. S. Choudhury Dr. Manoj Bharadwaj
Dr. Dinesh Bhurani Dr. Narendra Agarwal
Dr. Shubham Jain Dr. Shreya Rai
 International Faculty

Dr. Raymond K. Tsang
Associate Professor
Senior Consultant
Department of Otolaryngology -
Head and Neck Surgery
National University Hospital
Singapore
Dr. Sat Parmar
Consultant Maxillofacial/
Head and Neck Surgeon
Maxillofacial Department,
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Maxillofacial - University Hospitals
Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Prof. Yoon Woo Koh
Professor, ORL-HNS,
Head and Neck Surgeon
Severance Hospital,
Yonsei University, Seoul,
South Korea.

Dr. Francisco D. Demergasso MD Dr. Alejandro H. Ring MD Prof. Giuseppe Spriano

Head and Neck Surgeon Head and Neck Surgeon Director, Otorhinolaryngology
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon Chief, Mar del Plata Head Neck Surgery
Chief, Head and Neck Surgery, Head and Neck Surgical Unit, Humanitas University Milan, Italy
Delta Hospital, Rosario, Argentina Argentina

Dr. Robert M. Brody Prof. Federico Biglioli

Assistant Professor :
Otorhinolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery
University of Pennsylvania and
Veteran's Administration Medical Center,
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Full Professor of Maxillofacial Surgery
Milan University, Italy
Chief of the Head and Neck Department and
Maxillofacial Surgical Unit -
San Paolo and San Carlo Hospitals
Milan, Italy
 International Faculty

Dr Loren Mell Prof. Alexis Andrew Miller Dr Sarin Kitpanit

Tenured Professor and Vice-Chair of Radiation Oncologist Radiation Oncologist,
Clinical & Translational Research. Illawarra Cancer Institute MedPark Hospital, Thailand
Co-Leader of the Moores Cancer Center Wollongong, Australia Head and Neck
Head/Neck Disease Team (Particle Therapy)
Section Chief of Head/Neck Cancer
UCSD, California, US

Dr David Sher Dr Lester D.R.Thompson Dr. Tyler Sexton, MD

Professor, Chief of Head and Neck Consultant Pathologist Mediacal Director of
Radiation Oncology Service, and WHO Classication of Tumours, Singing River,
Vice Chair and Medical Director for Editorial Board Standing Member Pediatrics, Mississippi, USA
Clinical Operations and Quality Head and Neck Pathology Consultations, President of the
California, USA. American College of
Hyperbaric Medicine
Medical Director of
Hyperbaric Centers of Chicago

Prof Kenneth Jensen

Associate Professor,
Danish Centre for Particle Therapy,
Aarhus University Hospital and
Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University
Member of DAHANCA'S Radiotherapy Quality
Assurance Group, Denmark
 Scien fic Programme
Day 1, Friday
15th March 2024
SURGICAL WORKSHOP
08:00 Onwards REGISTRATION/QUIZ
9:00-9:15 Se ng the Context
Live Surgical Workshop
9:15-12:45 1)"Jaw in a Day " : Mandible Reconstruc on with CAD-CAM Free Fibula Flap and Placement of
Dental Implants
12:45-13: 30 Dr. KK Pandey Ora on
13:30-14:00 LUNCH
14:00-17:00 Live Surgical Workshop
2)TORS (Transoral Robo c surgery)
3)Robo c Thyroidectomy (Retroauricular approach/Modified BABA approach)
4)Open Par al Laryngectomy
5)Lateral Trapezius Flap Reconstruc on
*Subject to the availablity of cases

Day 1, Friday
15th March 2024
RADIATION ONCOLOGY WORKSHOP
08:00 Onwards REGISTRATION/QUIZ
9:00 – 9:15 Treatment De-escala on in Nasopharyngeal Tumours
Brachytherapy in SCCHN: Finding it at Pace with Modern Radia on Oncology for Organ
9:15 – 9:30
Preserva on
Video Demonstra on for Brachytherapy in SCCHN along with Post Implant Plan Parameters in
9:30 – 9:50
Brachytherapy in SCCHN
PLENARY SESSIONS
9:50 -10:10 De-escala ng Treatment Volumes in SCCHN. Is Volume More Important than Dose?
Breaking the Barriers of Re-irradia on in SCCHN: Is it Safe to go Beyond 2 courses of
10:10 – 10:30
Radia on?
10:30 – 10:50 Ar ficial Intelligence in the Daily Clinic in a Radiotherapy Department
10:50 – 11:10 Proton Beam Therapy in Non-Skull Base Tumours in Head and Neck Cancer
11:10 – 11:25 Revisi ng Frac ona on in SCCHN in 2024!
11:25 – 11:40 Hyperthermia– A Forgo en Ally in Radiotherapy Arsenal
11:40 – 11:55 Managing Treatment-Related Toxici es in Head and Neck Radia on
11:55 – 12:10 Moving to MRI-Guided Radia on Therapy: Present And Future in HNC
12:10 – 12:45 Real World Data Presenta ons
12:45 -13:30 Dr. KK Pandey Oration
13:30 -14:30 LUNCH
14:30 -15:30 Real World Data Presenta ons
15:30 -16:15 Case based Discussion: Skull Base and PNS Tumours
16:15 -17:45 CONTOURING SESSIONS
Post opera ve Oral Cavity CTV – “To Flap or not to Flap”?
Mas cator Space Delinea on – At Risk Unresectable Oral Cavity SCCHN. Where Would You
Want to Take Your Intermediate Dose CTVs?
Paranasal Sinus Tumours – What to Include in Post op CTV?
 Adap ve Radiotherapy in SCCHNC, a 2023-24 Decision Update - What to Adapt?
Intermediate CTV Delinea on in Pharyngeal Tumours
CTV Delinea on in Oropharyngeal Tumours
Move Beyond Standard OARS – The More Nuanced OARs in HNC Contouring and Planning

Day 1, Friday
15th March 2024
ONCOPATHOLOGY WORKSHOP
08:30 – 09:00 REGISTRATION/QUIZ
09:00 - 09:30 Opening Remarks
09:10- 09:30 Grossing in Head & Neck Tumors : “Well Begun is Half Done
09:30- 09:50 Diagnos c Approach Towards Challenging Oral Biopsies
09:50-10:10 Synop c Repor ng of HNSCC : Essen ali es and Clinical Relevance
10:10-10:40 Approach to Encapsulated Follicular Pa erned Lesions of the Thyroid
10:40-11:00 Molecular Tes ng in Thyroid Neoplasms: Shi ing the Goalpost
11:00-11:10 Q&A
11:10-11:30 TEA BREAK
11:30-12:45 Challenging Case Presenta ons (8+2)
12:45-13:30 Dr. KK Pandey Oration
13:30-14:00 LUNCH
14:00-14:45
WHO Update in Tumors of Nasal Cavity and Paranasal Sinuses
5MIN. (Q &A)
14:50-15:10
Mesenchymal and Unusual Tumors of Head & Neck Region
5MIN. (Q &A)
15:15-16:00 WHO Update of Thyroid Malignancies with Emphasis on Follicular Pa erned Thyroid
5MIN. (Q &A) Neoplasia
16:00-16:30 TEA BREAK
16:30-16:50 Approach to CUPs in Head & Neck
16:50-17:35
WHO Update in Salivary Gland Neoplasms
5MIN. (Q &A)
 Day 2, Saturday
16th March 2024
08:00 Onwards Registra on
Hall A
Symposium on Oral cavity Cancer

8:30 - 8:45 Defining Infratemporal Fossa and Mas cator Space- A Radiologist Perspec ve

8:45 -9:00 Redefining Resectability in Mas cator Space Involvement

Debate:
9:00 -9:30
Topic: So Criterias Warrant Addi on of Adjuvant Radiotherapy.
Neoadjuvant Systemic Therapy in Borderline Operable Oral Cavity Squamous Cell Carcinoma -
9:30 -9:45
Expansion Beyond Standard Norms
9:45 -10:00 Recent Nuances in Mandible Reconstruc on
10:00 -10:45 Panel Discussion- Early Oral Cavity Cancers
Symposium on Salivary Gland Tumour
10:45 -11:00 Reanima on of the Face Simultaneously or A er Paro d Oncologic Surgery
11:00 -11:15 Systemic Management of Advanced Salivary Gland Tumours - A Histology Driven Approach
Symposium on Laryngeal and Hypopharyngeal Cancer
Immunotherapy and Novel Agents for Laryngeal Preserva on. Step Away From the
11:15 - 11:30
Conven on
11:30 - 12:15 Panel discussion: Locally Advanced Hypopharyngeal Tumours
Open Par al Laryngectomy - Is it an Effec ve Op on for Intermediate laryngeal and
12:15 - 12:30
Hypopharyngeal Cancers?
12:30 - 12:45 NBI(Narrow-Band Imaging) for Early Diagnosis of Laryngeal & Hypopharyngeal Cancers
12:45 - 13:30 Dr Raman Chaddha Oration :Conquering oral cancer in India : My journey
13:30 - 14:15 LUNCH
Symposium on Oropharyngeal Cancer
Relevance of p16 Posi vity in Surgical Management of Oropharyngeal Cancer -The Indian
14:15-14:30
Perspec ve
14:30-14:45 Managing Cispla n-Ineligible Pa ents Planned for Defini ve Chemoradia on
14:45-15:30 Panel discussion: Early Oropharyngeal Tumours
15:30-15:45 Do We Have Enough Data to De-intensify Therapy in p16 Posi ve OPSCC?
Debate :
15:45-16:15
Topic: TORS Vs Defini ve Radiotherapy – Is it Time to End the Ba le for TORS?
Symposium on Nasopharyngeal and Skull Base Cancer
16:15-16:30 Func onal Outcomes Robo c Nasopharyngectomy
16:30-16:45 Improving Survival with Modern Radiotherapy Techniques in PNS Malignancies
16:45-17:00 Role of Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy in Orbital Preserva on in Sinonasal Malignancy
17:00-17:15 Limits of Endoscopic Anterior Skull Base Surgery
Debate –
17:15-17:45
Topic: Re-irradia on for Early Stage Recurrent Nasopharyngeal Tumours
 Hall B
Oncology Nurses Symposium
8:00 Onwards REGISTRATION/QUIZ
09:30 - 10:10 Best Prac ce In Tracheostomy Care: Comprehensive Nursing Approach
10:10 - 10:50 Nutri onal Challenges In Head And Neck Cancer
10:50 - 11:20 WELCOME/INAUGURATION

11:20 - 11:40 TEA BREAK

11:40 -12:20 From Surgery To Recovery In Head And Neck Cancer Flap Management
12:20 - 12:45 Finding Voice Again: Speech And Swallowing Rehabilita on A er Head And Neck Cancer
12:45 - 14:00 LUNCH
14:00 - 14:40 Pa ent Centered Approach To Enhancing Body Image Resilience In Head And Neck Cancer Care
14:40 - 15:10 Insights Into The Role Of Nurses In Radia on Therapy: From Planning to Follow-Up

15:10 - 16:00 Quiz

16:00 onwards Valedictory Ceremony

 Day 3, Sunday
17th March 2024
06:00 Onwards FIT-A-THON 2024 (Run for Cancer Survivorship)
08:00 - 10:00 REGISTRATION/QUIZ
Hall - A
Symposium on Thyroid Cancer
Minimally Invasive /Remote Access Approaches to Thyroidectomy in the Era of Evolving ATA
08:30 - 08:45
Guidelines
08:45- 09:00 Use of Modern Age Theranos cs(68 Ga FAPI PET CT) in Radioac ve Iodine Refractory DTC
Novel Systemic Targeted Therapies/ Approaches in Differen ated Thyroid Cancer (including
09:00 - 09:15
Anaplas c Cancer)
09:15 - 10:00 Panel discussion:Management of Locally Advanced Thyroid Cancer
Symposium on Recurrent/Metasta c Head and Neck Cancer
Imaging Dilemmas in Diagnosing Recurrence/2nd Primary in HNSCC Post Defini ve
10:00 - 10:15
Treatment
10:15 - 10:30 Care for Recurrent Head Neck Cancers in Low and Middle Income Group Countries
10:30 - 10:45 Salvage Surgery in Recurrent Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma- What are the Limits?
10:45 - 11:15 Panel discussion : Managing R/M HNSCC
11:15 - 12:00 Mr. K K Mehta Oration
12:00 - 12:15 Role of SBRT in R/M HNSCC
12:15 - 12:30 Diagnosing Recurrent Head and Neck Cancers Using NBI(Narrow-Band Imaging)
12:30 - 13:30 Quiz ,Prize Distribu on & Valedictory Func on

HALL B
Head and Neck Reconstruc on Symposium:
Mastering Diversity - Comprehensive Surgical Flap Techniques for Head and Neck Reconstruc on
08:30 - 08:45 Over a Decade Experience of Free Fibula Osteomyocutnaeous Flap in RGCIRC
Video Sessions
Four Decades Unfolded - Evolu on of Lateral Trapezius Flap From Incep on to Present Day
08:45 - 09:15
U lity
09:15 - 09:30 Islanded Nasolabial Flap (NLF) - Enhanced Reach and Applica on
09:30 - 09:45 Facial Artery Musculomucosal Flap (FAMM) - A Versa le Flap
09:45 - 10:00 Submental Flap - Indica ons, Limita ons and Oncological Safety
10:00 - 10:15 Infrahyoid Myocutaneous Flap - An Overlooked Flap
10:15 - 10:30 New Era of Advanced CAD-CAM Maxillary Reconstruc on with Primary Dental Implants
10:30 - 11:15 Panel Discussion : Troubleshoo ng the Flaps in Adverse Scenarios of Head and Neck
11:15 - 12:00 Mr. K K Mehta Oration
12:00 - 12:15 New Alterna ve Approach Technique to Weber Fergusson andMandibular Swing Incision:T
Cummisurotomy
12:15- 13:00 Best Oral Paper Presenta on

HALL C
Speech and Swallowing Symposium
09:00 - 09:15 Speech Rehabilita on Following Laryngectomy
09:15 - 09:30 FEES (Flexible endoscopic evalua on of swallowing )
09:30 - 09:45 Speech and Swallowing in Pa ents Undergoing Radia on Therapy
09:45 - 10:00 Mul dimensional Voice Assessment in Post Radia on/Post LASER Cordectomy Pa ents
10:00 -10:15 Dysphagia Managment in Head and Neck Cancer Pa ents
10:15 -10:30 Deccanula on and Tracheostomy Management

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) Symposium

10:30 - 10:45 Role of HBOT in Managing Osteoradionecrosis of Mandible -Is it Really Helpful?
10:45 -11:00 Pathophysiology of HBOT-How Does it Work
11:00 -11:15 HBOT in Managing Complex Wounds
11:15 - 12:00 Mr K K Mehta Oration
12:00 - 12:10 Contraindica ons of HBOT and How to Handle Them
12:10 - 12:20 HBOT in India -Past,Present and Future / RGCIRC experience
Medical Ethics
12:20 - 12:50 The Undying Importance of Medical Ethics in Modern Oncology
Vote Of Thanks
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 Venue

Hotel Crowne Plaza

Twin District Centre, Swarn Jayanti Park, Sector 10, Rohini, New Delhi, Delhi, 110085

Crowne Plaza New Delhi Rohini, specializes in conferences and events and located in North-West Delhi. The hotel is
strategically situated an hour's drive from the Indira Gandhi Interna onal Airport and adjacent to the Rithala Metro
Sta on
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Fees

Categories Regular Fee Spot Fee

Oncologists, Otolaryngologists and

INR 2500 INR 5000
Maxillofacial surgeons

PG Students/ Residents/ Fellows INR 1000 INR 2000

Accompanying Person INR 1000 INR 1000

Bank Details :
Beneciery Name : Indraprastha Cancer Society & Research Centre
Bank Name : ICICI Bank
Alc No. : 629801089219
IFSC Code : ICIC0006298

Bank Address : Plot No. 7, Community Centre S.D. Tower, Scan QR Code to
Sec-8, Rohini, New Delhi-110085
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Phone: +91 95 9981 9331 | Email id - rgcon2024@gmail.com
Website: www.rgcirc.org/conference/rgcon-2024/

Conference Secretariat
Ms. Pinky Bohara Ms. Anju Chauhan
Marketing Department, -1 D - Block, Room no. 2067, Ground oor, D - Block, Surgical OPD,
Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute and Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute and Research Centre,
Research Centre, Rohini Sec-5, Delhi - 110085 Rohini Sec-5, Delhi - 110085
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