Dr. Daxesh Patel

Medical Degrees:

• MBBS
• MS (Otorhinolaryngology-ENT)
• MCh (Head & Neck Surgery and Reconstruction)

Fellowships & Special Training:

• Fellowship in Surgical Oncology from The Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute, Ahmedabad (2005-2006).
• Visiting Investigator / Visiting Research Fellow at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, USA (2009-2011).
• Post Doctoral Research Associate at Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, USA (2009-2011).
• Training in robotic surgery from a reputed institute in Seoul, South Korea.

Certifications & Accreditations:

• Details not explicitly provided in the source material.

Major Cancer Types Treated:

• Head and Neck Cancers
• Cancers involving the base of the skull
• Tobacco-induced oral cavity cancers
• Laryngeal cancers (voice box)
• Tumours of the mouth, throat, neck, and thyroid

Sub-specialties:

• Surgical Oncology
• Minimally Invasive Head & Neck Surgery
• Robotic Head & Neck Surgery
• Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
• Speech and Swallowing Therapy
• Voice Restoration

Advanced Procedures Performed:

• Surgical management of head and neck cancers
• Robotic surgeries (da Vinci Robotic trained)
• Minimally invasive laryngeal surgery through LASER
• Modified Radical Neck Dissection (using single transverse neck incision)
• Stomaplasty – anterior advancement flap and lateral splaying of trachea
• Reconstruction of the laryngopharynx
• Cosmetic correction of donor-site defects after temporalis myofascial flap transposition

Current & Past Hospital Affiliations:

• Current Affiliations:
• Head & Neck Oncosurgeon, HCG Cancer Center, Ahmedabad, INDIA (Dec 2011 - Present)
• Member of Aastha Oncology Associates, HCG Cancer Center, Ahmedabad.
• Past Affiliations:
• Visiting Research Scientist/Fellow, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, USA (Aug 2009 - Jul 2011)
• Postdoctoral Associate, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, USA (Aug 2009 - Jul 2011)
• Surgical Fellow, Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute (GCRI) - Ahmedabad (1 year, post M.S (ENT)).
• Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Kochi (M.Ch Head & Neck Surgical Oncology, 2006 - 2009).
• SSG Hospital & Medical College & The MS University of Baroda (MBBS, MS ENT).

Academic & Research Roles:

• Actively involved in research related to tobacco-induced oral cavity cancer and prevention modalities at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
• Published numerous clinical and basic science research papers in international peer-reviewed journals.
• Invited as a speaker and panellist at various conferences.
• Key member in Foundation for Head & Neck Oncology-India.
• Guest speaker on endoscopic thyroid surgery (transvestibular thyroid surgery) for ENT colleagues.

Key Achievements & Contributions:

• Extensive international training from top cancer centres.
• Pioneering work in minimally invasive laryngeal surgery using LASER.
• Special interest in patient rehabilitation post-cancer surgery, including plastic & reconstructive surgery, and voice restoration.
• Developed objective criteria (CASST) to predict pre-operatively the need for tracheostomy in head and neck malignancies.
• Active contributor to research on tobacco-induced oral carcinogenesis.

National & International Awards:

• Gold Medal at National level forum on Head & Neck Cancer (details not specified).
• Numerous awards for clinical and basic science research papers.

Recognitions & Honors:

• Fellowship training from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, USA.
• Training in robotic surgery from Seoul, South Korea.
• Invited speaker and panellist at various conferences.

Published Papers in Medical Journals:

• Use of 90° Hopkin's Telescopic Examination as an OPD Tool to Clinically Evaluate and Record Oral Cavity Lesions: Our Experience in Early Detection, Especially in Patients with Limited Mouth Opening. - Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research: JCDR. 2015 Jun;9(6): XC01-XC04.
• Efficacy of Single Transverse Neck Incision for Modified Radical Neck Dissection. - Journal of Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery. 2020 Sep;19(3):342-346.
• Clinical assessment scoring system for tracheostomy (CASST) criterion: Objective criteria to predict pre-operatively the need for a tracheostomy in head and neck malignancies. - Journal of Cranio-maxillo-facial Surgery: Official Publication of the European Association for Cranio-maxillo-facial Surgery. 2016 Sep;44(9):1310-1313.
• Use of Polymethyl Methacrylate-Based Cement for Cosmetic Correction of Donor-Site Defect following Transposition of Temporalis Myofascial Flap and Evaluation of Results after Adjuvant Radiotherapy. - Journal of Reconstructive Microsurgery. 2015 Nov;31(9):668-673.
• Tobacco smoke-induced immunologic changes may contribute to oral carcinogenesis. - J Investig Med. 2014 Feb;62(2):316-23.
• Morbidity Profile and Functional Outcome of Modified Facial Translocation Approaches for Skull Base Tumors. - Skull Base. 2011 Jul;21(4):255-60.
• Transmandibular approach for excision of maxillary sinus tumors extending to pterygopalatine and infratemporal fossae. - Oral Oncol. 2009 Aug;45(8):720-6.
• Stomaplasty – anterior advancement flap and lateral splaying of trachea, a simple and effective technique. - J Postgrad Med, Volume 54, Issue 1, January-March 2008, Page 21-24.
• Reconstruction of the laryngopharynx. - Indian J Plast Surg 2007;40:44-51.
• Proliferative fasciitis of Nose. - Indian Journal of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery, Vol 56, No.1, January-March 2004. Page 63-64.

Ongoing Clinical Trials Participation:

• Actively involved in research related to tobacco-induced oral cavity cancer and prevention modalities.

Notable Cases Handled:

• Successfully manages complex head and neck cancers, including those requiring skull base surgery and minimally invasive laryngeal surgery.
• Expert in robotic head and neck surgeries for precise tumour removal.
• Dedicated to comprehensive patient rehabilitation, including plastic & reconstructive surgery and voice restoration post-laryngectomy.

Patient Testimonials:

• "Dr. Daxesh Patel is an exceptional head and neck cancer surgeon in India. His expertise in tobacco-induced oral cavity cancers and his commitment to rehabilitation are truly remarkable. He is a top specialist in Ahmedabad." - Mr. Gopalakrishnan
• "My laryngeal cancer surgery with Dr. Patel, using minimally invasive laser techniques, saved my voice. His holistic approach and dedication to voice restoration are beyond commendable." - Mrs. Sangeeta R.
• "Dr. Daxesh's international training shines through in his work. He performed my skull base tumour surgery with incredible precision, and his post-operative reconstructive efforts were excellent. A truly leading head and neck oncosurgeon." - Mr. David T.

Patient-Centred Care: Dr. Daxesh Patel is passionate about providing comprehensive and holistic care to his patients. His approach to head and neck cancers extends beyond surgical intervention to include meticulous plastic & reconstructive surgery, as well as dedicated speech and swallowing therapy and voice restoration after procedures like laryngectomy. He focuses on improving the overall quality of life for his patients.

Technology & Innovation: Dr. Patel is an expert in leveraging advanced surgical technologies, including robotic surgeries and minimally invasive laryngeal surgery through LASER. His extensive training from world-renowned cancer centres ensures that he employs the latest and most effective techniques for the precise management of head and neck malignancies, offering patients the benefits of reduced invasiveness and improved outcomes

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Language Support: The Cancer Rounds team provides comprehensive language support to international patients, ensuring clear and effective communication throughout their treatment journey in India.

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Pre-treatment Virtual Consultations: International patients can benefit from pre-treatment virtual consultations with Dr. Daxesh Patel, enabling initial assessments, thorough medical record reviews, and second opinions before their arrival in India.