Doctors in India — Page 11

Dr. Aditya Adhav is a surgical oncologist and breast surgeon at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He completed a fellowship in breast surgery at this facility. Dr. Adhav specializes in breast-conserving surgeries and radical mastectomies. He also treats benign breast disorders at this NABH-accredited center.

• Expertise includes chemotherapy port surgery, core cut biopsies, and fine-needle aspirations.
• Lifetime member of the Association of Breast Surgeons of India.
• Member of the Association of Surgeons of India.
• Presents clinical research at national and international scientific conferences.

Dr. Shruti Kate is a medical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. She previously worked as a consultant at the Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai. Dr. Kate focuses on immunotherapy and metronomic therapy for treating solid and pediatric tumors. She was the sole recipient from India of the 2018 World Conference on Lung Cancer award.

• Specializes in the treatment of lung, breast, gynecological, and genitourinary cancers.
• Proficient in complex procedures, including the Whipple surgery and chemotherapy management.
• Member of ASCO, ESMO, and the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer.
• Practices at the NABH-accredited HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

The doctor is a Senior Consultant in Anaesthesia with over 18 years of experience. Specializes in providing comprehensive anaesthesia services, ensuring patient safety and comfort during surgical procedures. The extensive experience in the field highlights a commitment to excellence in patient care and clinical practice.

The doctor is a consultant specializing in radiation oncology, holding an MD in the field. With expertise in advanced cancer treatment technologies, the doctor offers services such as Tomotherapy-H, Linear Accelerator, and Brachytherapy. These cutting-edge techniques are pivotal in delivering precise and effective radiation therapy to patients, enhancing treatment outcomes and minimizing side effects.

The doctor holds an MD in Radiation Oncology and serves as a consultant. Specializing in advanced cancer treatment techniques, the doctor offers services including Tomotherapy-H, Linear Accelerator, and Brachytherapy. These modalities are utilized to deliver precise radiation therapy, minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues and enhancing treatment efficacy.

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.

Dr. Lalit Banswal is a surgical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. He has successfully performed more than 10,000 major surgeries. Dr. Banswal focuses on gastrointestinal cancer and robotic surgical techniques. He completed a two-year fellowship at the Tata Medical Centre, Kolkata.

• Specializes in minimally invasive procedures, including laparoscopy and thoracoscopy.
• Performs robotic cancer surgeries and advanced endoscopic procedures.
• Served as a former assistant professor at the State Cancer Institute.
• Acts as a co-principal investigator for original clinical research projects.
• Treats complex esophageal, stomach, colon, and rectal cancers.

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.

Dr. Girish Badarkhe is a hematology-oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. He specializes in leukemia, multiple myeloma, and bone marrow transplants. Dr. Badarkhe treats both adults and children with complex blood disorders. He holds a DM in Clinical Hematology from Medical College, Calcutta.

• Performs allogenic and haploidentical bone marrow transplant procedures.
• Treats blood cancers including lymphoma and acute lymphoblastic leukemia.
• Completed medical training at Grant Medical College and Sir JJ Hospital.
• Works at Maharashtra's first NABH-accredited cancer hospital.

Dr. Sirshendu Roy is a surgical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He trained as a post-graduate at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai. Dr. Roy performs major oncosurgical procedures for breast, head, and neck cancers. He works at Maharashtra’s first NABH-accredited cancer hospital, which treats 75,000 patients every year.

• Specializes in thoracic, pediatric, and gastrointestinal cancer surgeries.
• Provides plastic and reconstructive services for bone and soft tissue cases.
• Treats complex conditions including esophageal and tongue cancers.
• Earned an MS from the University of Mumbai.

Dr. Raj Nagarkar has performed over 50,000 cancer surgeries at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He specializes in breast and thoracic surgical oncology. Dr. Nagarkar trained at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai. He is a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh.

• Participated as a lead investigator in more than 200 clinical trials.
• Serves as a professor for DNB Superspecialty Surgical Oncology.
• Expert in complex procedures including mastectomy and thoracic resections.
• Founder of Curie Manavata Cancer Centre, a major regional treatment hub.

The doctor has been awarded an MCh from TATA Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, and completed an MS in General Surgery from B. J. Medical College, Pune. Specializing in Head & Neck Reconstruction, Breast Reconstruction, Trunk & Limb Reconstruction, Vascular Surgery, and Lymphedema Management, the doctor has performed over 1500 cases of Microvascular Tissue Transfer for Oncoreconstruction. The doctor is a lifetime member of the World Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery, International Course on Supermicrosurgery, and the Indian Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery.