OVERVIEW

Dr. Bhavin Vadodariya is a board-certified Surgical Oncologist with an MS in General Surgery and a DrNB in Surgical Oncology. He is renowned for his expertise in oral cancer surgeries, larynx cancer surgeries, base of skull surgeries, transoral robotic surgeries, and thyroid, parathyroid, and salivary gland procedures. With a particular focus on minimally invasive techniques, Dr. Vadodariya excels in performing commando surgeries for oral cancers, providing patients with less invasive options and faster recovery times.

His proficiency also includes transoral laser surgeries, laser microlaryngeal surgery, and post- laryngectomy voice rehabilitation, all aimed at precision and reduced trauma during complex head and neck procedures. He received specialized training for these techniques at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai. Additionally, Dr. Vadodariya’s commitment to advancing cancer care is highlighted by his preceptorship in thyroid cancer at Tata Memorial Hospital, where he refined his skills under the guidance of leading experts. His dedication to patient-centric care and surgical excellence establishes him as a trusted name in Head and Neck oncology.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• Oral Cancer Surgeries
• Thyroid and Parathyroid cancer
• Larynx Cancer Surgery
• Salivary Glands including Parotid Surgeries
• Transoral Laser Surgeries (TLM)
• Minimal Invasive Commando Surgeries
• Transoral Robotic Surgery (TORS)
• Post-laryngectomy voice rehabilitation surgeries
• Organ preservation in Head and Neck Cancers

AWARDS & ACCOLADES

• Recipient of Best Paper Award at NATCON IASO 2018 – Annual Conference of Indian Association of Surgical Oncology at Thiruvananthapuram.
• National faculty in various head neck oncology conferences panelist and interview regarding tobacco smoking prevention and head neck cancer in TV shows.
• Has been invited as faculty, lecturer and a panelist at several national and international conferences.
• Has published and presented several scientific papers in Surgical Oncology Journals and Conferences.
• Member of Indian Association of Surgical Oncology (IASO), Federation of Head Neck Oncology (FHNO), American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO), Indian Society of Oncology (ISO)

PROCEDURE & TREATMENT

• • Removal of tumors in the mouth, including the tongue, gums, and palate, often involving reconstruction to restore function and appearance.
  • Surgical removal of the thyroid gland, typically to treat thyroid cancer, with careful preservation of surrounding structures like the vocal cords and parathyroid glands.
  • Flap Harvest & Microvascular Surgery
  • Removal of part or all of the parotid gland (a major salivary gland) to treat tumors, while aiming to protect the facial nerve to avoid facial paralysis.
  • A complex, minimally invasive procedure for advanced oral cancers that involves the removal of the affected area along with the neck dissection, often followed by reconstructive surgery.
  • A precision technique using lasers to remove tumors in the mouth and throat through the mouth without external incisions, reducing recovery time and preserving function.