Oncology
Head and Neck Oncologist3 Years of Experience in Head and Neck Oncology
HCG Cancer Hospital, Double Road
Bangalore
Dr. Ajay Kumar N is a Head and Neck Oncologist in Bengaluru with experience in the diagnosis and surgical management of cancers affecting the oral cavity, throat, larynx, thyroid, salivary glands and other structures of the head and neck region.
His clinical practice focuses on organ-specific oncology care for head and neck cancers, including surgical evaluation, tumour removal, neck dissection and coordinated multidisciplinary cancer treatment.
Dr. Ajay Kumar N has completed MBBS and MS qualifications and currently practises in the Head and Neck Oncology department at HCG Cancer Hospital, Double Road, Bengaluru.
His treatment approach includes careful assessment of tumour location, stage and involvement of surrounding structures before selecting an appropriate surgical or multidisciplinary cancer treatment plan.
He works as part of a comprehensive oncology team, coordinating with radiation oncologists, medical oncologists, pathologists, radiologists and reconstructive specialists when required for head and neck cancer management.
Oral cancer surgery involves removal of malignant tumours affecting areas such as the tongue, gums, inner cheek, floor of the mouth or other oral structures. Surgical planning depends on tumour size, location and stage.
Tongue cancer surgery is performed to remove malignant tissue while aiming to preserve important functions such as speech and swallowing whenever clinically possible.
Throat cancer surgery may be considered for selected tumours involving the pharynx or nearby structures depending on cancer stage, location and overall treatment requirements.
Laryngeal cancer surgery is used to treat selected cancers of the voice box, with the surgical approach determined by tumour extent and the possibility of preserving voice and swallowing function.
Thyroid cancer surgery generally involves removal of part or all of the thyroid gland and may include lymph node surgery depending on the type and extent of disease.
Salivary gland cancer surgery involves removal of tumours affecting glands such as the parotid or submandibular glands while carefully considering nearby nerves and structures.
Neck dissection is a surgical procedure used to remove lymph nodes and surrounding tissue when head and neck cancer has spread or is considered at significant risk of spreading to lymph nodes.
Oral cavity cancer surgery may involve tumour excision along with lymph node assessment and reconstruction depending on tumour size and anatomical involvement.
Head and neck tumour surgery includes surgical management of malignant and selected complex tumours involving the mouth, throat, thyroid, salivary glands and surrounding structures.
Reconstructive surgery may be required after tumour removal to restore form and important functions such as swallowing, speech and facial structure.
MBBS, MS
Oral Cancer Surgery, Tongue Cancer Surgery, Throat Cancer Surgery, Laryngeal Cancer Surgery, Thyroid Cancer Surgery, Salivary Gland Cancer Surgery, Neck Dissection, Oral Cavity Cancer Surgery, Head and Neck Tumor Surgery, Reconstructive Head and Neck Surgery
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Quick answers to common questions about Dr. Ajay Kumar N
Yes. Head and Neck Oncology includes treatment of cancers affecting the throat and larynx, with treatment selected according to tumour site, stage and multidisciplinary assessment.
Yes. Head and Neck Oncology includes the surgical evaluation and management of selected thyroid cancers, including thyroid surgery and lymph node procedures when required.
Neck dissection is a common surgical procedure in Head and Neck Oncology for selected patients with lymph node involvement or a significant risk of cancer spread to neck lymph nodes.
Yes. As a Head and Neck Oncologist, Dr. Ajay Kumar N manages cancers affecting the oral cavity, including selected tumours of the tongue, gums and other oral structures.
Dr. Ajay Kumar N's current HCG profile lists his qualifications as MBBS and MS.
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