Oncology
Senior Consultant & H.O.D, Head and Neck Oncology – HCG Hospital, Hebbal20 years experience; Minimally Invasive Surgery, Transoral Laser & Robotic Surgery, Oral Cancer Surgery, Thyroid Cancer Surgery, Parotidectomy, Complex Salvage Surgery
HCG Hospital
Bengaluru
Dr. Akshay Shivappa Kudpaje is a senior Head & Neck Cancer Surgeon and Surgical Oncologist in Bangalore with around 20 years of experience in the diagnosis and surgical management of head and neck cancers. His clinical practice focuses on cancers involving the oral cavity, tongue, throat, larynx, hypopharynx, thyroid gland, salivary glands and other complex structures of the head and neck region.
Dr. Akshay Kudpaje holds an MBBS degree followed by MS in ENT and MCh in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology. He has completed specialized fellowship training in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology at Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology in Bangalore and advanced fellowship training in Sydney, Australia. He has also undergone dedicated training in robotic head and neck surgery in Seoul, South Korea.
His surgical expertise includes oral cancer resection, tongue cancer surgery, thyroidectomy, parotidectomy, neck dissection, mandibulectomy, maxillectomy, laryngectomy, skull base procedures and complex head and neck cancer resections. He also has significant experience in microvascular free-flap reconstruction following major cancer surgery.
A major area of Dr. Akshay Kudpaje’s expertise is transoral laser microsurgery for selected laryngeal and hypopharyngeal tumors. This minimally invasive approach may allow carefully selected patients to undergo tumor removal while aiming to preserve important functions such as voice and swallowing whenever clinically appropriate.
Dr. Akshay Kudpaje also has experience in robotic and other minimally invasive head and neck surgical techniques. His approach to cancer treatment combines appropriate tumor clearance with consideration for speech, swallowing, breathing, appearance and overall functional recovery.
He works within a multidisciplinary cancer care approach involving surgical oncology, medical oncology, radiation oncology, pathology, radiology, speech and swallowing rehabilitation and reconstructive surgery. Patients may consult him for evaluation of suspected head and neck cancers, surgical treatment planning, second opinions, complex recurrent tumors and post-treatment follow-up.
In addition to clinical practice, Dr. Akshay Kudpaje has been involved in medical education, research and professional training. He has conducted national and international workshops in transoral laser surgery and contributed academic chapters and research publications related to head and neck oncology and reconstructive surgery.
Surgical evaluation and treatment of malignant tumors affecting the mouth, tongue, throat, larynx, thyroid, salivary glands, nasal cavity, paranasal sinuses and other structures of the head and neck.
Surgical treatment for cancers involving the tongue, cheek, gums, floor of the mouth, jaw and other oral cavity structures. Treatment may include tumor removal, neck dissection and reconstructive surgery depending on the disease.
Comprehensive surgical management of tongue cancers ranging from localized lesions to advanced disease requiring reconstruction and multidisciplinary oncology care.
Evaluation and surgical management of cancers involving the throat, voice box and hypopharynx with attention to cancer control and preservation of speech and swallowing whenever clinically possible.
Minimally invasive laser surgery performed through the mouth for selected tumors of the larynx and hypopharynx.
Advanced minimally invasive robotic surgical techniques for selected head and neck tumors where robotic access is clinically suitable.
Surgical treatment of thyroid cancer and selected thyroid tumors, including thyroidectomy and appropriate lymph-node surgery when required.
Surgical management of benign and malignant salivary gland tumors, including parotid gland tumors.
Removal of lymph nodes and related tissues from the neck when cancer has spread or carries a significant risk of regional lymph-node involvement.
Advanced reconstructive surgery using tissue transferred from another part of the body following major head and neck cancer surgery.
Surgical removal of affected portions of the jaw when required for cancers involving the mandible or maxilla.
Surgical treatment for selected advanced laryngeal cancers combined with rehabilitation strategies designed to support communication after treatment.
MBBS, MS (ENT), MCh (Head and Neck Surgical Oncology), Fellowship in Head and Neck Oncology (Kidwai, Bangalore & Sydney, Australia), Robotic Surgery Training (Seoul, S. Korea)
Minimally invasive head & neck cancer surgeries, laser and robotic procedures
Genuine patient experiences and treatment feedback.
Quick answers to common questions about Dr. Akshay Kudpaje
Dr. Akshay Kudpaje advises that most patients recover within 1-2 weeks, with faster return to swallowing and speech compared to open surgery.
According to Dr. Akshay Kudpaje, no. Laser surgery is best for early-stage (T1/T2) oral cancers with clear margins. Advanced or deep tumours may need open resection.
He treats a broad range of head and neck cancers, including oral cancer, tongue cancer, throat cancer, laryngeal cancer, hypopharyngeal cancer, thyroid cancer, salivary gland cancer and selected skull base tumors.
Yes. Transoral laser microsurgery is one of his key areas of expertise. It may be used for selected laryngeal and hypopharyngeal tumors when the location and stage of the disease make this approach appropriate.
Yes. He has received advanced training in robotic head and neck surgery and may use minimally invasive robotic techniques for appropriately selected head and neck conditions.
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