Oncology
40 Years Experience
Dr. Ashok Mehta is a Senior Consultant Surgical Oncologist at S. L. Raheja Hospital – A Fortis Associate, Mahim, Mumbai. With over 40 years of experience in surgical oncology, he is recognised for his contribution to the development of head and neck oncology in India.
He holds MBBS, MS, FRCS (Glasgow) and FICS qualifications. Dr. Mehta has played a pioneering role in establishing head and neck oncology as a recognised super-speciality in India and has contributed to the advancement of surgical oncology at national and international levels.
In recognition of his contributions to medical specialities, he received the prestigious Dr. B. C. Roy National Award in 1996. He has also served as President of the Association of Surgeons of India (ASI), Indian Society of Oncology (ISO), Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO), and International Society for Head and Neck Oncology (ISHNO).
Dr. Mehta is actively involved in academic and educational initiatives. He has conducted numerous workshops and co-authored a book on cancer diagnosis and management. His approach to cancer care reflects an interest in holistic health, meditation, preventive healthcare and multidisciplinary treatment planning.
Surgical treatment of cancers affecting the head and neck region, planned according to the tumour location, stage and individual patient needs.
Surgical management of cancers affecting the mouth, including removal of cancerous tissue and reconstruction when clinically required.
Surgical treatment of thyroid cancer, which may involve partial or complete removal of the thyroid gland depending on the diagnosis.
Surgical management of cancer affecting the salivary glands, with treatment planned according to the type and extent of the disease.
A surgical procedure to remove lymph nodes in the neck when cancer has spread or may have spread to these nodes.
Reconstructive procedures performed to restore form and function following cancer surgery in the head and neck region.
Specialist surgical evaluation and treatment planning for complex cancer cases, often involving multidisciplinary care.
MBBS, MS, FRCS (Glasgow), FICS
Head and Neck Cancer Surgery, Oral Cancer Surgery, Thyroid Cancer Surgery, Salivary Gland Cancer Surgery, Neck Dissection, Reconstructive Surgery for Head and Neck Cancer, Surgical Management of Complex Cancers
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Quick answers to common questions about Dr. Ashok Mehta
Dr. Ashok Mehta is a Senior Consultant Surgical Oncologist at S. L. Raheja Hospital – A Fortis Associate, Mahim, Mumbai.
He has 40 years of experience in surgical oncology.
He holds MBBS, MS, FRCS (Glasgow) and FICS qualifications.
His primary focus is surgical oncology, particularly head and neck oncology and complex cancer surgery.
Yes. He received the Dr. B. C. Roy National Award in 1996 in recognition of his contribution to medical specialities.
He is associated with S. L. Raheja Hospital – A Fortis Associate, Mahim, Mumbai.
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