Dental Rehabilitative Oncology Course
Dental Rehabilitative Oncology is a specialized discipline that integrates general dentistry, oral medicine, oral pathology, and maxillofacial prosthodontics to address the complex oral health needs of cancer patients. This comprehensive dental oncology course offers hands-on training and clinical exposure alongside expert Head and Neck Rehabilitation Teams. Participants will learn to evaluate and manage oral complications resulting from chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and surgical treatments.
Hybrid (Online + Offline)
3 Months
BDS / MDS Graduates
About courses
- Apply clinical reasoning to manage complex oral complications arising from cancer therapies..
- Develop individualized dental rehabilitation plans incorporating prosthetic and supportive care.
- Integrate interdisciplinary inputs (oncology, speech therapy, nutrition, etc.) into dental treatment workflows.
- Demonstrate proficiency in maxillofacial prosthetic selection and post-cancer oral functional restoration.
- Effectively communicate clinical findings and rehabilitation strategies with oncology teams and patients.
- Reflect on clinical case scenarios to enhance critical thinking and professional decision-making in dental oncology practice.
- Didactic Lectures
- Interactive Sessions
- Hands-on training
- Early detection and screening of oral potentially malignant disorders.
- Dental pre-habilitation prior to cancer therapies (Chemo, Radio, Surgery, etc).
- Management of odontogenic infections in oncology patients.
- Maxillofacial prosthetic rehabilitation post cancer treatment.
- Managing oro-dental complications from cancer therapy.
- Multidisciplinary communication and collaboration.
- Research refinement and evidence-based practice.
Course Mentor & Faculty
Dr. J. Raghunand Sindhe
Course Mentor and FacultyHOD, Dental Rehabilitative Oncology, HCG
Dr. Meghana Maruthi
Course DirectorOral & Maxillofacial Physician
Dr. Vishal Rao
Course FacultyHOD, Head & Neck Oncology, Dean – HCG Academics
Dr. Abhishek Bhadranna
Course FacultyChief Clinician and Consultant Oral Pathologist
Dr. Varshha BK
Course FacultyBDS, MDS - Oral Pathology and Oral Microbiology Oral Pathologist,Dentist
Dr. Subash Adiga
Course Faculty
Dr. Anand Subash
Course Faculty
Dr. Shalini Thakur
Course FacultyConsultant head & Neck surgeon, HCG Cancer Center
Dr. Prajna Shetty
Course FacultyMDS (Prosthodontics) in Crown and Bridge
Dr. Kritilaxmi Jha
Course FacultyVisiting Consulatant Maxillofacial Prosthhodontist & Implantilogist HCG Cancer Center
Dr. Aparajita Lal
Course FacultyMDS in Maxillofacial Prosthodontist and Implantologist
Dr. Sharieff
Course FacultyCourse Curriculum
01 Module I: Oral Precancer & Cancer
Etio Pathogenesis
Diagnosis
02 Module II: Management Strategies
Tobacco Cessation
Oncosurgery
Oncology Therapies
03 Module III: Dental Rehabilitative Oncology
Oral Complications
Maxillofacial Prosthesis
03 Module IV: Hands-on Workshops
Case-Based Discussions
One-on-One Mentor Interactions
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
01 Who can enroll in this course?
BDS and MDS graduates interested in oncology-focused dental rehabilitation can apply.
02 What is the course duration and format?
It’s a 3-month hybrid course with online sessions and 2 days of offline training at HCG, Bengaluru.
03 What will I learn in this course?
You’ll gain skills in oral cancer screening, managing therapy-induced complications, and maxillofacial prosthetic rehab.
04 Is there hands-on training?
Yes, offline sessions include workshops, demonstrations, case discussions, and hospital tours.
05 Who are the mentors and faculty?
Led by Dr. J. Raghunand Sindhe, Dr. Meghana Maruthi, and Dr. Vishal Rao, along with multidisciplinary experts.
06 Will I receive a certificate?
Yes, a joint certificate from HCG and Global Healthcare Academy will be awarded after course completion.
07 How will this course help my career?
It prepares you for roles in oncology settings and enhances your scope in rehabilitative dental care..
08 Are the online sessions recorded?
Yes, all sessions are recorded and accessible throughout the course duration.
09 How can I get more details about the course?
You can visit our official website or write to us at info@globalhealthcareacademy.in for detailed information and support.
10 Is there any assessment involved?
Yes, completion of assignments and evaluations is mandatory for certification.
