Faculty: Adam J. Luginbuhl, MD
This online CME activity uses a patient–clinician dialogue format to explore the evolving role of perioperative immunotherapy in locally advanced head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). Expert commentary and patient-centered discussions address how to identify appropriate candidates based on disease stage, PD-L1 expression, resectability, and overall fitness for multimodality therapy. The program reviews clinical evidence from perioperative studies, with emphasis on implications for integrating immunotherapy into curative-intent care. Practical considerations include surgical timing, multidisciplinary coordination, and management of immune-related adverse events. By illustrating shared decision-making and real-world communication between clinicians and patients, this program offers actionable insights into aligning treatment with patient goals while optimizing care across the perioperative continuum.