7 Best Mastectomy Doctors in Nashik

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 oncology department at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre and previously served as a consultant at Tata Memorial Hospital – India's premier cancer institution.

• Specialises in managing complex breast tumours using both medical and surgical approaches
• Uses metronomic therapy and immunotherapy to manage aggressive or advanced-stage cancers
• Received the prestigious solo travel award from India at the World Conference on Lung Cancer
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Focuses on breast-conserving treatments to improve patient recovery and aesthetic outcomes

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.

• Expert in functional rehabilitation for patients recovering from oral cancer.
• Active researcher with multiple publications in various medical journals.
• Works at an NABH-accredited center that treats over 75,000 patients yearly.
• Treats complex conditions including tongue, thyroid, and tonsil cancers.

Professor Lalit Banswal has performed 10,000 major surgeries as a surgical oncologist. He specialises in minimally invasive cancer treatments at the HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• Completed a surgical oncology fellowship at the Tata Medical Centre in Kolkata
• Appointed Assistant Professor at the State Cancer Institute and Government Cancer Hospital
• Uses robotic and laparoscopic techniques to improve patient recovery and outcomes
• Serves as a lead investigator for clinical research in surgical oncology
• Expertise includes complex gastrointestinal and genitourinary cancer resections

Dr. Shaunak Valame is a medical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. He specializes in the molecular basis of cancer and targeted therapies. Dr. Valame completed his DNB training in medical oncology at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital. He previously served as a registrar at Jawaharlal Nehru Cancer Hospital.

• Presented stomach cancer research at the ASCO Gastrointestinal Cancer Symposium in San Francisco.
• Expert in chemotherapy and targeted therapy for breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers.
• Treats various solid tumors, pediatric cancers, and hematological malignancies.
• Works at an NABH-accredited center that treats over 75,000 patients annually.

Professor Raj Nagarkar completed his surgical oncology training at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital and is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh.

• Performed more than 50,000 cancer surgeries during his career
• Serves as Professor of Breast Surgery at the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences
• Principal investigator for over 200 clinical trials for new cancer therapies
• Specialises in breast and thoracic surgical oncology at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre
• Acts as a senior educator for the Delhi National Board in surgical oncology