Best Surgical Oncologist in HITEC City

Brief Profile

Dr. Saleem Shaik is a Surgical Oncologist with over 10 years of medical experience, including more than 6 years of focused expertise in the field of Surgical Oncology. He is proficient in diagnosing and treating complex malignancies while providing comprehensive and compassionate patient care. His clinical skills extend across evaluating medical histories, conducting thorough physical examinations, and managing medication sensitivities to ensure safe and effective treatment plans. Dr. Shaik is highly skilled in performing a wide range of advanced cancer surgeries, including breast surgeries (BCS, MRM, sentinel lymph node biopsy), head and neck procedures (thyroid, parotid, commando surgeries), hepato-biliary interventions (Whipple’s, radical cholecystectomy), gastrointestinal oncologic surgeries (D2 gastrectomy, APR, LAR, hemicolectomy), gynecologic malignancy surgeries (staging, cytoreduction, radical hysterectomy), and limb-salvage procedures for bone and soft tissue sarcomas. He also has experience with HIPEC in advanced abdominal malignancies, minimally invasive surgery, and robotic surgery. Known for his strong communication and patient counselling skills, Dr. Shaik emphasizes preventive healthcare and strives to foster a collaborative, multidisciplinary care environment. His commitment lies in delivering high-quality cancer care with a holistic, patient-first approach.
 

Research and Presentations

• University First in M.S. General Surgery, Dr. NTR University, Andhra Pradesh
• Best Poster Presentation in ASI Conference, A.P. chapter on the Topic of Disseminated Peritoneal Hydatidosis
• First Runners Up in Quiz during the activity entitled Best of SABCS India, and participated in a conference organized by San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS) in March 2020 in New Delhi
• Participated in the 4th Congress of the International Guild of Robotic and Endoscopic Head and Neck Surgery (IGReHNS) in October 2019 in New Delhi
• Attended CME on Rectal Cancer Management held in January 2020, organized by ASI Delhi Chapter and Rectal Cancer Treatment Outcome Group (RCTOG)
• Participated in Controversies and Complications in GI Surgery organized in GI Surgicon 2019 by Fortis Cancer Institute, Shalimar Bagh
• Participated in Cancer Update 2015, organized by Nagarjuna Hospital, Vijayawada

Publications

• Saleem Shaik Basha, Nayak V., Goel A., Panda S.K., et al - Predictive Factors for Submandibular Gland Involvement in Oral Cavity Squamous Cell Carcinoma - A prospective study from a tertiary cancer center.Indian J Surg Oncol (2021)
• Panda S.K., Goel A., Nayak V., Saleem Shaik Basha - Can Preoperative Ultrasonography and MRI Replace Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy in Management of Axilla in Early Breast Cancer a Prospective Study from a Tertiary Cancer Center. Indian J Surg Oncol (2019) 10: 483
• Unipedal pectoralis major myocutaneous flap for reconstruction of skin defects in oral cancer surgery: A prospective study of 40 cases- Dr. Kaushik Hari, Dr. Ashwatappa D, Dr. Shaik Saleem Basha

Education

• MBBS from P.E.S Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre, Kuppam, A.P. in May 2009, 
• MS in General Surgery from Dr. Pinnamaneni Siddhartha Institute of Medical Sciences, Vijayawada in April 2013, 
• DNB-SS in Surgical Oncology from Dr. B.L. Kapur Memorial Hospital, New Delhi in July 2020

Languages Known

English, Hindi, Urdu, Telugu

Past Positions

• Consultant - Surgical Oncologist