Lymphadenectomy Doctors Abroad — Page 2

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 serves as the Head of Department at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre after previously consulting at the prestigious Tata Memorial Hospital.

• Specialises in managing complex solid tumours, including lung, breast, and gynaecological cancers
• Recipient of the solo travel award from India for the 2018 World Conference on Lung Cancer
• Uses advanced immunotherapy and metronomic therapy for aggressive or late-stage cases
• Active member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the European Society for Medical Oncology

Dr Ahmer Arif Shaikh holds a specialised fellowship in Head and Neck Surgical Oncology. He focuses on organ preservation and functional rehabilitation at the JCI-accredited HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

• Performs complex lymphadenectomy to check and manage cancer spread
• Specialises in treating tongue, thyroid, and tonsil cancers
• Expertise in oral and maxillofacial surgery involving structural rehabilitation
• Active clinical researcher with work published in international medical journals
• Focuses on organ-sparing techniques to maintain patient quality of life

Dr Lalit Banswal has performed 10,000 major surgeries at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He leads complex oncological procedures using robotic and laparoscopic techniques.

• Specialises in robotic cancer surgery for gastrointestinal and rectal tumours
• Completed a prestigeous surgical oncology fellowship at Tata Medical Centre
• Assistant Professor at the State Cancer Institute and Government Cancer Hospital
• Served as lead investigator for research projects at Tata Medical Center
• Performs complex Whipple procedures and total robotic mesorectumectomy

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 Nagarkar has performed over 50,000 cancer surgeries and holds surgical oncology credentials from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh.

• Trained at Mumbai's Tata Memorial Hospital – India's premier cancer research institution
• Specialises in surgical oncology for breast and thoracic cancers requiring node removal
• Leads clinical trials for new cancer treatments as a primary clinical investigator
• Serves as a Professor of Breast Surgery at Maharashtra University of Health Sciences
• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh (MRCS)

Professor Tahir Saricam is a senior general surgeon at Private Optimed Hospital, where he applies surgical expertise gained through rigorous military medical training.

• Trained at the GATA Military Medical Academy – a premier institution for surgical disciplines
• Specialised in general surgery at the Military Medical Academy
• Former surgeon at Girne Military Hospital and Corlu Military Hospital
• Handles surgical cases within a cross-discipline hospital setting