Dr. Mahesh H. Patel - Sr. Head & Neck Cancer Surgeon

About Dr. Mahesh H. Patel

Dr. Mahesh H. Patel is the best head and neck cancer surgeon in Ahmedabad with more than 35 years of experience in Head & Neck Cancer Surgery. He has been closely involved in Head & Neck Cancer Management since 1991 and has performed a wide range of complex cancer surgeries. Known for his experienced and patient-focused approach, he continues to provide comprehensive surgical care for cancers and related conditions of the head and neck.

Academic Qualifications

Dr. Patel completed his MBBS, MS, and MCh from B.J. Medical College, Ahmedabad. He has held several academic and clinical positions at Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute (GCRI), including Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, MCh postgraduate teacher, and Unit Head of the Head & Neck Cancer Speciality. He has also served as an MCh examiner for Gujarat University. Over the years, he has contributed to cancer surgery education through conferences, CME programs, research presentations, and academic training.

Areas of Expertise

Dr. Patel’s surgical expertise covers a broad range of Head & Neck cancer procedures and complex surgical conditions, including:

• Composite resections for cancers of the tongue, jaw, and buccal mucosa cancer
• Marginal mandibulectomy for selected cancers involving the jaw and oral cavity
• Comprehensive neck dissection procedures for cancer management
• Thyroid surgeries performed for relevant thyroid conditions
• Parathyroid surgeon with experience in parathyroid procedures
• Parotid surgery for conditions involving the parotid gland
• Post-cricoid, laryngeal, and maxillary surgeries
• Various salvage surgeries for recurrent or persistent cancers

Clinical Interests

His clinical interests are focused on advanced Head & Neck oncology and complex cancer surgery, including:

• Surgical management of oral cavity and Head & Neck cancers
• Salvage surgery for recurrent cancers
• Thyroid and parathyroid surgery
• Laryngeal, post-cricoid, and maxillary cancer surgery
• Academic teaching and training in surgical oncology

Key Highlights

Dr. Patel’s career combines extensive surgical experience with academic leadership and continued contribution to Head & Neck Cancer care, including:

• More than 35 years of experience in Head & Neck Cancer Surgery
• More than three decades of focused involvement in Head & Neck Cancer Management
• Served as Unit Head of the Head & Neck Cancer Specialty at GCRI
• Appointed MCh postgraduate teacher and Gujarat University examiner
• Published Head & Neck Cancer surgery work in multiple journals
• Presented research and clinical work at various conferences across India
• Organized conferences and CME programs focused on Head & Neck Cancer
• Recognized as an experienced surgical oncologist and surgical oncologist in ahmedabad
• Extensive experience in thyroid surgery as a best thyroid surgeon

Consultation at Zydus Hospitals Ahmedabad

Appointments are available at Zydus Hospitals, Ahmedabad, on 079 66190300/372 from Monday to Saturday.