Head and Neck Cancer Team
Supporting you along your cancer journey is a diverse team of specialists working alongside your oncologists to focus on your quality of life during and after treatment.
Physician partners include:
- Dental oncologists specialize in how your teeth and jaws are affected.
- Neurosurgeons work with our head and neck cancer surgeons to treat cancers that cross boundaries into the brain or spine, including pituitary tumors.
- Thoracic surgeons work with our head and neck cancer surgeons to treat cancers of the esophagus, trachea (windpipe) and lower neck.
- Palliative and supportive care physicians specialize in making you more comfortable and better able to enjoy your life during treatment.
Therapy partners include:
- Speech and language pathologists specialize in speech, voice and swallowing. Much like physical therapists for other parts of the body, SLPs help you restore these functions when affected by cancer.
- Physical therapists work with you to strengthen affected muscles, such as those in the neck and shoulders. They also work with patients to address other treatment side effects, including tightness and swelling after radiation.
- Integrative medicine specialists support your mental and emotional well-being with a range of art, music and exercise classes, peer support groups and mental health therapy.
Additionally, our care coordination and nurse navigation team anticipates your needs during your cancer treatment journey and ensures you get the help you need.
Our Team
Head and Neck Surgery
Cancer - Oral and Dental Care
Ear Nose and Throat (ENT - Otolaryngology)
Ear Nose and Throat (ENT - Otolaryngology)
Cancer - Surgery
Cancer - Head and Neck
Cancer - Surgery
Cancer - Surgery
Cancer - Surgery
Cancer - Head and Neck
Speech Language Pathologist
Speech Language Pathology
Speech Language Pathology
Speech Language Pathology
Speech Language Pathology
Speech Language Pathology
Speech Language Pathology
Speech Language Pathology
Speech Language Pathology
Hematology and Oncology
Hematology and Oncology
Hematology and Oncology
Hematology and Oncology
Hematology and Oncology
Hematology and Oncology
Endocrinology
Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism
Radiation Oncology
Cancer - Radiation Oncology
Cancer - Radiation Oncology
Cancer - Radiation Oncology
Cancer - Radiation Oncology
Reconstructive Surgery
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Cancer - Surgery
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Nurse Navigator
Xiomarra Sanchez, BSN, RN
Nurse Navigator for Head and Neck
Xiomarra Sanchez is an oncology nurse navigator with the Orlando Health Cancer Institute. She coordinates care for patients with head and neck cancers and acts as their advocate throughout treatment.
She also helps patients and their families understand their diagnosis and treatment options, provides resources for support, and collaborates with the cancer care team. Xiomarra treats patients with the same kindness and dedication as she would a family member.
A registered nurse (RN), Xiomarra earned her Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN) from Valencia College in Orlando, Florida, where she also received an associate degree. She is fluent in English and Spanish.
Outside of work, Xiomarra enjoys traveling and going to the beach with her family.
Email: [email protected]
Gabrielle Genao-Morales BSN, RN
Nurse Navigator for Head and Neck
Gabrielle Genao-Morales, BSN, RN, is an oncology nurse navigator at the Orlando Health Cancer Institute who coordinates care for patients with head and neck cancers. She is passionate about helping patients and their families understand their diagnosis and treatment options.
Gabrielle also offers emotional support, collaborates with the cancer care team and assists with access to support systems and services. She treats patients like they are family.
She earned her Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN) from Palm Beach Atlantic University in West Palm Beach, Florida, and is licensed as a registered nurse (RN) in Florida.
Outside of work, Gabrielle enjoys spending time with her husband, family and dog Maggie. She also is an avid Disney fan.
Email: [email protected]
