Our ENT & Head & Neck Surgery Experts
At Manipal Institute of Head & Neck Surgery (MIHNS), a team of highly experienced specialists from ENT and Head & Neck Surgery provides the highest level of care through a multidisciplinary approach, ensuring that every patient receives personalized treatment tailored to their needs.
Head & Neck Surgeons
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Dr. (Prof) Satish Nair
Academic Head and Consultant
ENT, Head & Neck Surgery, and Endoscopic Skull Base SurgeryManipal Hospital, HAL Airport Road, Bangalore
Dr. Satish Nair is a leading ENT and head and neck surgeon in Bangalore, currently practicing as the Academic Head and Consultant - ENT, Head & Neck Surgery, and Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery at Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road. A committed head and neck surgeon, he believes in policy of complete openness and honesty and explains the disease, treatment protocol and prognosis to each patient. His extensive experience in management of a full spectrum of ENT and head and neck conditions is rooted in his distinguished 23-year career in the Indian Armed Forces. Notably, Dr. Nair has pioneered a minimally invasive approach to parotid surgery, developing the “Nair Incision”, a small, hidden incision that exemplifies his innovative spirit.
Surgical Oncology
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Dr. Shabber Zaveri
Chairman HOD and consultant - Surgical Oncology & Robotic Surgery
Dr. Shabber Zaveri is the Chairman, HOD, and Consultant - Surgical Oncology at Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore. With over 31+ years of experience and an impressive academic foundation, Dr. Zaveri has earned his reputation as a trusted medical expert in the field of Surgical Oncology. He was instrumental in establishing the Department of Surgical Oncology at Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore in 2002. He introduced the Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy for Breast Cancer in 2004 and pioneered the Radioisotope Occult Lesion Localization (ROLL) for Breast Cancer treatment in 2005. Notably, he was among the first medical professionals in India to initiate Minimally Invasive Radio Guided Para Thyroid surgeries (MIRP). He also launched the HIPEC Program in 2013 at Manipal Hospital Bengaluru.
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Dr. Manjunath N M L
Consultant - Surgical Oncology
Dr. Manjunath N M L is a highly skilled Surgical Oncologist in Bangalore, who is currently practising as a Consultant - Surgical Oncology at Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road. Dr. Manjunath has established himself as a prominent figure with a comprehensive academic background and practical experience in the oncology field. His academic journey began with an MBBS from JSS Medical College in Mysore, Karnataka, which was followed by an MS in General Surgery at KIMS in Hubli, Karnataka, and an M.Ch in Surgical Oncology from AIIMS, New Delhi, which helped him master his surgical skills. He is the Best Surgical Oncologist in Bangalore, Old Airport Road
Medical Oncology
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Dr. Amit Rauthan
HOD & Consultant - Medical Oncology Haematology & Haemato-Oncology
Dr. Amit Rauthan is the Head of the Department and Consultant Medical Oncologist in Old Airport Road, Bangalore, currently associated with Manipal Hospitals. With over 20 years of experience in cancer care, Dr. Amit Rauthan has been involved in multiple newer modalities of medical management of cancer such as Immunotherapy, Targeted Therapies in in Molecular Oncology, as well as Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy. Dr. Rauthan possesses proficiency in the Integration of Chemotherapy with Biological Therapies and in treating haematological malignancies as well as specific solid tumours like lung, breast, gastrointestinal, head, and neck cancers. He has vast experience with immunotherapy in clinical practice and has contributed significantly to the field of immuno-oncology in India. His focus is also on molecular oncology and precision oncology, and its applications in clinical practice.
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Dr. Poonam Patil
Consultant - Medical Oncology
Dr. Poonam Patil is a highly experienced medical oncologist in Bangalore with over 35 years of rich experience in cancer care. She is currently associated with Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore as a Consultant - Medical Oncology. Specialising in gynaecological and women's cancer treatments, Dr. Poonam is dedicated to providing outstanding care and consistent support to patients. Her expertise encompasses chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted treatments, molecular oncology, and individualised therapy. Dr. Poonam's profound understanding further integrates chemotherapy with biological therapies, addressing lung, breast, gastrointestinal tract, gynecologic system, and head and neck cancers. Her rich academic background consists of an MBBS and MD degree from Sawai Mansingh Medical College, Jaipur, and a DM in Oncology from Kidwai Memorial Institute Of Oncology, Bangalore. She is the foremost Medical Oncologist in Oldairportroad, Bangalore.
Radiation Oncology
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Dr. Vadhiraja B M
HOD & Consultant – Radiation Oncology
Dr. Vadhiraja B M is a profoundly qualified and experienced professional in Radiation Oncology. Presently filling in as the Head of the Department and Expert in Radiation Oncology, Dr. Vadhiraja has made huge commitments to the medical field. He is perceived as a leading expert in his field, with a comprehensive educational foundation and mastery of different radiation treatment techniques. Dr. Vadhiraja completed his MBBS and MD in Radiotherapy from KMC Manipal in 2000. From that point forward, he has devoted himself to advancing his knowledge and abilities in Radiation Oncology. His quest for greatness is evident in his fellowships and memberships, including the Association of Radiation Oncologists of India, the American Society of Radiation Oncology (Astro), and the European Society of Radiation Oncology (ESTRO). One of Dr Vadhiraja's subject matters lies in stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), a precise and non-invasive radiation treatment for brain tumours and different conditions. He is likewise knowledgeable in stereotactic radiotherapy (SRT) and stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT/SABR), which are advanced procedures used to deliver highly designated radiation to tumours in the body. These techniques maximise treatment effectiveness while minimising damage to surrounding healthy tissues. For the same reason, he is considered the best radiation oncologist in Old Airport Road, Bangalore.
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Dr. Sindhu Paul Kavalakkat
Consultant – Radiation Oncology
Dr. Sindhu Paul Kavalakkat is a highly skilled and experienced Consultant in the field of Radiation Oncology. With a comprehensive educational background and extensive training, Dr. Kavalakkat has become a trusted expert in managing complex oncology cases. Her qualifications include an MBBS degree and DMRT and MD RT degrees from the prestigious Christian Medical College in Vellore. She has also earned a DNB certification, further showcasing her dedication to continuous learning and professional development.
Throughout her career, Dr. Kavalakkat has honed her expertise in various advanced techniques and modalities in radiation oncology. Her specialized areas of knowledge include Intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT), Image-guided radiotherapy (IGRT), Stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT), Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), High Dose Rate (HDR) Brachytherapy, Low Dose Rate (LDR) Brachytherapy, and Total Body Irradiation (TBI). Additionally, she is proficient in 3-Dimensional Conformal Radiotherapy (3DCRT), which enables precise targeting of tumours while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissues.
Dental Medicine
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Dr Kritilaxmi Jha
Consultant - Dental Medicine
Dr. Kritilaxmi Jha is a skilled Prosthodontist at Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bengaluru, with over 5+ years of expertise spanning maxillofacial prosthodontics, aesthetic dentistry, implant prosthesis, crowns and bridges, and full mouth rehabilitation. Holding BDS and MDS degrees in Prosthodontics, she further honed her expertise through a Post-doctoral Fellowship in Dental Rehabilitative Oncology at Health Care Global, Bangalore (2019-2020). Dr. Jha also specializes in speech and swallow aids, sleep apnea appliances, and dental rehabilitation for oncology patients undergoing various cancer treatments, offering comprehensive prosthetic solutions
