Dr. Subbiah Shanmugam
Senior Consultant – Surgical Oncology
SIMS Hospital, Vadapalani, Chennai
33+ years of experience
About Doctor
Qualifications:
- MBBS
- MS (General Surgery)
- M.Ch (Surgical Oncology)
Overview:
Dr. Subbiah Shanmugam is a distinguished Surgical Oncologist with over 33 years of extensive experience in the field. Throughout his illustrious career, he has performed more than 5,000 major cancer surgeries and 500 laparoscopic cancer surgeries. Dr. Shanmugam has a robust academic background, having published 110 scientific journal articles and delivered numerous orations. He has played a pivotal role in shaping future oncologists by training over 50 M.Ch students.
His commitment to advancing medical education is further evidenced by his memberships in esteemed institutions such as the Institute Body of AIIMS Bibinagar and Madurai, the Board of Governors at IIT Palakkad, and the Court of IISc Bengaluru. Dr. Shanmugam's expertise encompasses a wide range of oncological surgeries, including head and neck malignancies, breast tumors, gastrointestinal cancers, gynecological malignancies, and musculoskeletal tumors. His dedication to patient care, combined with his academic contributions, positions him as a leading figure in the realm of surgical oncology.
Conditions Treated:
- Head and neck malignancies
- Breast tumors
- Gastrointestinal cancers
- Gynecological malignancies
- Musculoskeletal tumors
Procedures Performed:
- Surgical resection and reconstruction for head and neck malignancies
- Breast tumor surgeries, including conservative and radical resections, sentinel node mapping, and reverse axillary mapping
- Endoscopic evaluation and laparoscopic diagnosis with resection for gastrointestinal malignancies
- Open surgical procedures for various cancers
- Surgical interventions for gynecological malignancies
- Limb-sparing surgeries and amputations for musculoskeletal tumors
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Dr. Shanmugam specializes in surgical oncology, with proficiency in treating head and neck malignancies, breast tumors, gastrointestinal cancers, gynecological malignancies, and musculoskeletal tumors.
To book an appointment with Dr. Shanmugam, you can contact SIMS Hospital directly. Alternatively, international patients can reach out to HOSPIDIO via email at [email protected] or call/WhatsApp at +91-9870538337 for assistance with scheduling and medical travel arrangements.
Yes, Dr. Shanmugam has performed over 500 laparoscopic cancer surgeries, showcasing his expertise in minimally invasive surgical techniques.
Absolutely. Dr. Shanmugam has authored 110 scientific journal publications and has delivered numerous orations, contributing significantly to oncological research and education.
Dr. Shanmugam is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the Association of Surgeons India, the Indian Association of Surgical Oncologists (where he serves as a national faculty and national EC Member), the Indian Association of Endocrine Surgeons, and the Indian Society of Oncologists.