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From AUD $7,200. Total expenses depend on the surgical technique, such as laparoscopic or robotic-assisted methods, and the specific hospital location. Australians often spend around AUD $39,500 for this procedure locally, but can save approximately 82% by travelling. Standard Indian hospital packages generally include pre-operative tests, theatre fees, anaesthetic, and nursing care for an inpatient stay of several days.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing JCI-accredited hubs like Apollo Hospital Indraprastha provides a high-value alternative to the Australian private system. Major Indian networks frequently use advanced technology, including robotic surgery and IBM Watson for treatment planning. Surgeons like Dr. Lalit Banswal have performed over 10,000 major operations, offering expertise often difficult to access quickly on public waitlists at home.
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| Colectomy (large bowel resection) | from AUD $7,200 | ≈ AUD $13,700 | from AUD $7,200 |
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Dr. Ahmer Arif Shaikh is a surgical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He specializes in oral cancer treatment with a focus on organ preservation. Dr. Shaikh completed fellowship training in head and neck surgical oncology at the same center. He is proficient in performing major maxillofacial and head and neck surgeries.
The doctor graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine from Mysore University in 1996, followed by a Doctor of Medicine in radiotherapy from Banaras Hindu University in 2002. Further enhancing expertise, the doctor earned a Diplomate of National Board in radiotherapy in 2004.
The doctor is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the Association of Radiation Oncology of India, the Society for Neuro-Oncology, the Bangalore Oncology Group, and the Indian Association of Hyperthermia Oncology, reflecting a strong commitment to advancing the field of oncology.
The doctor is an experienced nuclear medicine specialist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre with 12 years in the field. The doctor specializes in various nuclear scans, PET-CT scans, and nuclear cardiology services, demonstrating proficiency in radioiodine and Lu-177 RN therapies. Over the course of their career, the doctor has managed more than 30,000 PET scans and treated over 1,000 thyroid cancer patients. Additionally, the doctor has contributed to the field through published papers in various medical journals.
Dr Shruti Kate leads the department at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre and previously served as a consultant at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital.