Throat cancer operation Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Prof. Dr. Abdullah Sakin is a professor of medical oncology. He treats solid tumors, including lung, breast, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, gynecologic, head and neck cancers, and melanoma.

He delivers personalized, evidence-based care. His treatments include chemotherapy, targeted therapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, and precision oncology. He has authored more than 200 scientific publications and takes part in international clinical research. This work advances patient-centered cancer care.

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 Shruti Kate serves as the Head of Department at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre after honing her expertise at the world-renowned Tata Memorial Hospital.

• Specialises in multi-modal care for solid tumours and complex malignancies
• Utilises immunotherapy and metronomic therapy for managing advanced-stage cases
• Recipient of the prestigious travel award at the World Conference on Lung Cancer
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
• Member of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)

Dr Ahmer Arif Shaikh is a specialist oral and maxillofacial surgeon at the NABH-accredited HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He holds a prestigious fellowship in Head and Neck Surgical Oncology.

• Specialises in organ preservation techniques to maintain function after surgery
• Performs complex laryngectomies and structural rehabilitations of the throat
• Focuses on functional rehabilitation to help patients regain speech and swallowing
• Active researcher with work published in major international medical journals
• Experienced in managing lymphadenectomy to prevent cancer spread

Professor Lalit Banswal has performed 10,000 major surgeries and specialises in high-precision oncology at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He uses robotic-assisted techniques to handle complex cases requiring delicate tissue management.

• Assistant Professor at the State Cancer Institute training the next generation of surgeons
• Completed a prestige surgical oncology fellowship at Tata Medical Centre in Kolkata
• Expert in minimally invasive methods to support faster recovery and less scarring
• Served as lead investigator for research projects into advanced surgical techniques
• Authored numerous papers in international medical journals on oncological outcomes

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.

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.

Professor Surender Dabas holds the record for the most trans-oral robotic surgeries performed in Asia. He has completed over 8,000 complex head, neck, and thoracic cancer operations.

• Director of Surgical Oncology and Robotic Surgery at BLK Cancer Centre
• Specialises in treating tumours of the larynx and pharynx using robotic systems
• Former Director of Head and Neck Oncology at Rajiv Gandhi Cancer Institute
• Member of the International Guild of Endoscopic and Robotic Head and Neck Surgery
• Pioneered robotic techniques for complex skull base and spinal reconstructions