The Healthcare Experiences of People With Head and Neck Cancer and Associated Communication Changes: An Interpretative Phenomenological Study

Martin Checklin, Abby M. Foster, Rebecca Packer, Benjamin Dixon, Robyn O, Department of Allied Health, Epworth Healthcare, School of Allied Health, Human Services , La Trobe University, Discipline of Speech Pathology, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Allied Health Workforce, Monash Health, School of Primary and Allied Health Care, Monash University, School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, The University of Queensland, Department of Surgery, University of Melbourne, Department of Head and Neck Surgery, St Vincents Hospital

Qualitative Health Research

Published online on November 12, 2025

Abstract

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Head and neck cancer (HNC) includes a diverse group of cancers, involving complex care pathways and life-altering side effects, including changes to how people communicate. Patient experience is an important outcome of HNC care; however, to date, little ...