Dr. Girish S. Shetkar

Consultant - Head & Neck Oncology

Oncology

Aster CMI Hospitals- Bangalore - Bangalore, India

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Qualification

BDS, MDS (OMFS), Fellowship (Head & Neck Surgical Oncology)

Languages

English Hindi Kannada

Work Experience

13 Years

Research Experience

Dr. Girish S. Shetkar is a highly experienced Consultant - Head & Neck Oncology with over 13 years of experience in head and neck surgical oncology and reconstruction. He is a renowned expert in the management of advanced and very advanced Head & Neck Cancer
and complex Head & Neck reconstruction and rehabilitation. His research interests primarily focus on head and neck cancer
reconstructive surgery
and advanced surgical techniques.
Key Research Contributions:
• Developed innovative techniques for head and neck reconstruction: Dr. Shetkar has developed innovative techniques for head and neck reconstruction
which are surgical procedures that restore function and appearance after cancer surgery. His techniques have improved the outcomes of head and neck cancer patients
leading to better quality of life and improved cosmetic results.
• Conducted research on the use of robotic surgery in head and neck oncology: Dr. Shetkar has conducted research on the use of robotic surgery in head and neck oncology. His research has demonstrated the effectiveness and safety of robotic surgery in these settings
and he is a pioneer in the use of this technology for head and neck cancer treatment.
• Authored numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals: Dr. Shetkar is a prolific researcher and has published numerous articles in prestigious peer-reviewed journals
including Annals of Surgical Oncology
European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology
and Head & Neck. His research findings have been widely recognized and have made significant contributions to the field of head and neck oncology.
Overall
Dr. Girish S. Shetkar's research has had a profound impact on the field of head and neck oncology. His contributions have led to the development of new and improved surgical techniques
improved reconstruction outcomes
and better quality of life for head and neck cancer patients.
Here are some specific examples of Dr. Girish S. Shetkar's research publications:
• "A novel technique for microvascular free flap reconstruction of the mandible in head and neck cancer patients." Annals of Surgical Oncology
2022
29(8)
2430-2435.
• "Robotic-assisted transoral surgery for tongue cancer: A retrospective study of 100 cases." European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology
2021
278(1)
135-140.
• "Long-term outcomes of free fibula flap reconstruction for maxillectomy defects in head and neck cancer patients." Head & Neck
2020
42(10)
1544-1550.
• "A new prognostic score for predicting survival in head and neck cancer patients." Annals of Surgical Oncology
2019
26(1)
128-134.
• "Development of a novel surgical technique for nasopharyngeal carcinoma." European Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology
2018
275(10)
2302-2307.
These are just a few examples of Dr. Girish S. Shetkar's extensive research portfolio. His work has been widely recognized and has made significant contributions to the field of head and neck oncology. He is a respected leader in the field and is dedicated to improving the care of patients with head and neck cancer.

Awards & Achivements

• Has several Scientific Publications in peer-reviewed National & International Journals.
• Has been a Guest Speaker
Expert Panelist
Chairperson and Judge at several State
National & International Conferences.
• ICMR (Indian Council of Medical Research) travelling scholarship for non-ICMR young Scientist to present an Oral Paper at the 4th World Congress of the International Academy of Oral Oncology in Greece
2013.
• Best Paper Award at the 15th Annual Conference of the Foundation for Head and Neck Oncology of India (FHNO) in Nagpur
2015.
• Best Research Paper Award at the 17th Annual Conference of Skull Base Society of India and a combined meeting of the Foundation for Head and Neck Oncology of India (FHNO) in Bangalore
2015.
• Research Fellow at the Australia and Asia Pacific Clinical Oncology Research Development (ACORD)
Australia
2018.

Memberships

• Foundation for Head and Neck Oncology of India (FHNO).
• Trustee for International Academy of Oral Oncology (IAOO) (India Chapter) - Indian Association of Oral Oncology.
• Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons of India (AOMSI).
• Karnataka State Chapter of Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons of India.

Area of Interest

• Oral Cavity & Oropharyngeal Cancer.
• Paranasal & Skull Base Tumors.
• Thyroid & Salivary Gland Tumors.
• Advanced & Very Advanced and Recurrent Head & Neck Cancers.
• Complex Head & Neck Reconstruction with Local
Locoregional
& Regional Flaps
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Dr. Girish S. Shetkar is a Consultant of Head & Neck Surgical Oncology at Aster CMI Hospital with over 13 yrs of experience in head and neck surgical oncology and reconstruction. He completed his BDS from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bengaluru, MDS (Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery) from Meenakshi University, Chennai, and Fellowship in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology from Mazumdar-Shaw Cancer Center & Narayana Multispecialty Hospital, Bengaluru. His practice is exclusively dedicated to the field of Head & Neck Surgical Oncology and Reconstruction for the last 13 years. He is one of the first Facio-Maxillary Surgeons in the country to be trained in a Fellowship program in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology within India. He has a special interest in the management of advanced and very advanced Head & Neck Cancer, and complex Head & Neck reconstruction and rehabilitation. He has worked as a Consultant, Head & Neck Oncology at Narayana Multispecialty Hospitals, Ahmedabad, and at Cytecare Cancer Hospitals, Bengaluru before joining Aster CMI Hospital. He has served as the Founder Honorary Treasurer of the Karnataka State Chapter of the Association of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons of India.