Dr. Narayana Subramaniam

About Dr. Narayana Subramaniam

Dr. Narayana Subramaniam (Dr. Narayana R Subramaniam) is a national and international award-winning Head and Neck Surgical Oncologist and Reconstructive Surgeon based in Bangalore, widely recognised as a leading Surgical Oncologist specialist in Bangalore, India for head and neck oncology, TransOral Robotic Surgery, and advanced reconstruction.

12+ years of experience in surgical oncology and head and neck surgery
120+ published articles and book chapters (h-index 17)
Editor of 'Comprehensive Management of Head and Neck Cancer' (Jaypee)
Leading Surgical Oncologist Award at Elets' 12th Healthcare Innovation Awards, 2024
Karnataka Medical Council registered (Reg. No. 95396)

Qualifications & Credentials

Medical Degrees

MBBS — M.S. Ramaiah Medical College, Bengaluru, India
MS in General Surgery — M.S. Ramaiah Medical College, Bengaluru, India
MRCSEd — Diplomate, Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh, UK
MCh in Head and Neck Surgery & Oncology — Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi, India, 2018
FICRS — Fellow of the International College of Reconstructive Surgeons

Fellowships & Special Training

Advanced Fellowship in Head and Neck Surgery — Chris O'Brien Lifehouse / Sydney Head and Neck Cancer Institute, Sydney, Australia
TransOral Robotic Surgery (TORS) Certification — University of Pennsylvania, USA
Training in Robotic Surgery — New Delhi
Professor & Fellowship Director — Head and Neck Oncology Fellowship, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bengaluru (Sep 2021–Present)
Assistant Fellowship Director — Federation for Head and Neck Oncology National Fellowship (May 2019–Dec 2020)

Certifications & Accreditations

Karnataka Medical Council Registration No. 95396
Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh — Member (MRCSEd)
International College of Reconstructive Surgeons — Fellow (FICRS)
National Medical Commission / Medical Council of India Registration

Areas of Expertise

Major Conditions Treated

Oral Cavity Cancer (Tongue, Buccal, Floor of Mouth, Palate)
Oropharyngeal Cancer
Salivary Gland Tumours (Parotid, Submandibular)
Thyroid Cancer & Thyroid Nodules
Laryngeal Cancer
Pharyngeal & Hypopharyngeal Cancer
Sinonasal Cavity Tumours
Anterior Skull Base Tumours
Recurrent / Salvage Head and Neck Cancer
Facial Nerve Tumours
Parathyroid Disease
Post-Radiotherapy Head and Neck Defects

Sub-specialties

Head and Neck Oncology — Ablative Surgery: Oral cavity, oropharynx, salivary glands, thyroid, larynx, pharynx, sinonasal cavity, and anterior skull base — a trusted surgical oncologist specialist in Bangalore, India.
Salvage (Post-Radiotherapy) & Re-operative Surgery: Specialised expertise in complex and re-do head and neck surgery.
Microvascular Reconstruction: Regional and microvascular (free flap) reconstruction with special interest in facial nerve reanimation.
Jaw-in-a-Day Reconstruction: Prefabricated dental rehabilitation with 3D virtually-planned dental implant-guided jaw reconstruction.
TransOral Robotic Surgery (TORS): Minimally invasive robotic surgery for head and neck cancer — for international patients seeking best head and neck cancer treatment in India.
Minimally Invasive Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery: Including robotic thyroidectomy and parathyroidectomy.

Advanced Procedures & Treatments

Wide Excision & Neck Dissection for Oral Cancer
TransOral Robotic Surgery (TORS)
Total & Partial Laryngectomy
Radical Thyroidectomy with Neck Dissection
Parotidectomy (Superficial & Total)
Microvascular Free Flap Reconstruction (Fibula, Radial Forearm, Anterolateral Thigh)
Jaw-in-a-Day (Single-Stage Jaw Reconstruction with Immediate Dental Implants)
Facial Nerve Reanimation
Secondary Reconstruction (Delayed Post-Cancer Reconstruction)
Anterior Skull Base Surgery
Minimally Invasive / Robotic Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery
Voice Surgery & Laser Surgery of Vocal Cord
Salvage Head and Neck Surgery

List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Narayana Subramaniam can be consulted

Professional Experience

Current Affiliation

Aster International Institute of Oncology, Bangalore (Aster Whitefield, Aster RV, Aster CMI) — Lead Consultant, Head and Neck Surgery and Oncology, May 2025–Present

Past Affiliations

SPARSH Hospitals, Bangalore — Senior Consultant & Director, Head and Neck Surgery and Oncology & Director of Clinical Innovation, 2023–2025
Sri Shankara Cancer Hospital & Research Centre, Bengaluru — Head of Department, Head and Neck Surgical Oncology, February 2021–November 2023
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bengaluru — Professor and Fellowship Director, Head and Neck Oncology Fellowship, September 2021–Present
Federation for Head and Neck Oncology National Fellowship — Assistant Fellowship Director, May 2019–December 2020
Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi — MCh Head and Neck Oncology Training

Academic & Research Roles

Editor — 'Comprehensive Management of Head and Neck Cancer' textbook (Jaypee Bros.)
Editor — Two upcoming textbooks to be published by Springer Nature (Q4 2025 / Q1 2026)
Associate Editor — Frontiers in Oncology, October 2021–Present
Co-Principal Investigator & National Coordinator — Two multicentric National Cancer Grid clinical trials
Member — National Executive Committee, Head and Neck Cooperative Oncology Group (March 2022–Present)
Member — Federation for Head and Neck Oncology Education Committee (March 2022–Present)
Oncology Mentor & Advisory Board Member — GE India Edison Accelerator Program, February 2021–Present
Chair — All India Management Association Young Leaders Council Bengaluru Chapter, August 2021–Present

Key Achievements

120+ published articles and book chapters, h-index 17
100+ scientific presentations
Editor of the landmark textbook 'Comprehensive Management of Head and Neck Cancer' (Jaypee)
Two upcoming textbooks with Springer Nature
Multiple national and international awards for surgical excellence
Indian representative at 12th Australia India Youth Dialogue, 2024
DNA India: Top 10 Indian Pioneers (2024)
Businessworld Healthcare World 40 under 40 (2023)

Awards & Recognitions

National & International Awards

Amrita Outstanding Research Award, 2018
Leading Surgical Oncologist Award — Elets 12th Annual Healthcare Innovation Awards, 2024
3D Technology-Assisted Oncologist of the Year — 3D GEM Awards, IIT Delhi, 2024
Indian Representative — 12th Annual Australia India Youth Dialogue, 2024
DNA India: Top 10 Indian Pioneers Setting New Standards in Excellence, 2024
Indian Medical Association Young National Academic Excellence Award, 2023
Most Promising Healthcare Leader of the Year — 2nd Annual Pharma and Health Tech Summit, 2023
Asia-GCC Award for Excellence and Leadership in Healthcare, 2023
Businessworld Healthcare World 40 under 40, 2023
Bharat Chikitsa Puraskar National Award, 2022

Professional Memberships

Head and Neck Cooperative Oncology Group — National Executive Committee Member
Federation for Head and Neck Oncology — Education Committee Member
Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh — MRCSEd
International College of Reconstructive Surgeons — Fellow (FICRS)
Karnataka Medical Council — Registered

Research & Publications

Published Papers (Selected)

Subramaniam N et al. "Incidence of occult contralateral node positivity in central oral cavity tumours." (Head and Neck Oncology)
Subramaniam N et al. "Use of rapid prototype (RPT) modeling in complex mandibular reconstruction with fibular free flap for benign and malignant tumours." (Head and Neck Reconstruction)
Subramaniam N et al. "Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Oral Tongue in Young Patients: Outcomes and Implications for Treatment."
Subramaniam N et al. Research on indocyanine green (ICG) fluorescence imaging as an adjunct for real-time surgical guidance in oral cancer surgery.
Subramaniam N et al. "Jaw-in-a-day technique (JIADT) or single-stage jaw reconstruction" — outcomes in cancer patients requiring adjuvant radiotherapy.
Editor — 'Comprehensive Management of Head and Neck Cancer' (Jaypee Bros.)
Two upcoming textbooks with Springer Nature (Q4 2025 / Q1 2026)
120+ published articles and book chapters (h-index 17) in journals including European Journal of Surgical Oncology, Surgical Oncology, Oral Oncology, and Head and Neck.

Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests

Head and neck oncology outcomes research
Microvascular and jaw-in-a-day reconstruction
Immunotherapy in head and neck cancer
3D virtual planning and digital surgical innovation
ICG fluorescence imaging in oral cancer surgery
National Cancer Grid multicentric clinical trials

Estimated Treatment Costs

Procedure / Consultation	Estimated Cost (INR)	Estimated Cost (USD)
Surgical Oncology Consultation	₹1,000 – ₹2,500	$12 – $30
Oral Cancer Surgery with Neck Dissection	₹2,50,000 – ₹6,00,000	$3,000 – $7,200
Microvascular Free Flap Reconstruction	₹3,50,000 – ₹7,00,000	$4,200 – $8,400
Jaw-in-a-Day Reconstruction	₹5,00,000 – ₹10,00,000	$6,000 – $12,000
TransOral Robotic Surgery (TORS)	₹3,50,000 – ₹7,00,000	$4,200 – $8,400
Total Thyroidectomy with Neck Dissection	₹1,50,000 – ₹4,00,000	$1,800 – $4,800

*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What advanced technologies does Dr. Narayana Subramaniam use in Surgical Oncologist treatment?

Dr. Narayana Subramaniam uses TransOral Robotic Surgery (TORS), 3D virtually-planned dental implant-guided reconstruction, jaw-in-a-day technique, microvascular free flap reconstruction, facial nerve reanimation, ICG fluorescence imaging, and minimally invasive robotic thyroid surgery — a cutting-edge toolkit that establishes him as a leading surgical oncologist specialist in Bangalore, India.

2. What conditions does Dr. Narayana Subramaniam specialize in treating?

Dr. Narayana Subramaniam specialises in cancers of the oral cavity, oropharynx, salivary glands, thyroid, larynx, pharynx, sinonasal cavity, and anterior skull base, recurrent/salvage head and neck cancer, facial nerve tumours, parathyroid disease, and post-radiotherapy defects — comprehensive care for international patients seeking best head and neck cancer treatment in India.

3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Narayana Subramaniam?

Appointments with Dr. Narayana Subramaniam can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.

4. Can international patients receive treatment from Dr. Narayana Subramaniam?

Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Narayana Subramaniam, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.

5. What support is available for international patients?

International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.

6. Does Dr. Narayana Subramaniam offer second opinions for Surgical Oncologist cases?

Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with an expert surgical oncologist specialist in Bangalore, India, especially for complex head and neck cancer, salvage surgery, and jaw-in-a-day reconstruction cases.

About Dr. Narayana Subramaniam