Dr. Muzammil Shaikh
Experience: 21+ years
Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai
Mumbai, India
Introduction
Dr. Muzammil Shaikh is Principal Director – Medical Oncology at Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai. He has more than 21 years of experience in medical oncology, with a focus on cancer treatment across different age groups and cancer types.
About Dr. Muzammil Shaikh
Dr. Muzammil Shaikh completed his MBBS from Grant Medical College and Sir J.J. Hospital, Mumbai, followed by an MD in Internal Medicine from Seth G.S. Medical College and KEM Hospital. He later completed his DM in Medical Oncology from The Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute and a DNB in Medical Oncology from the National Board, New Delhi.
He has also received international training through a preceptorship in metastatic colorectal malignancies in Liverpool, UK, and an observership at MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, USA. His areas of interest include precision and molecular oncology, geriatric oncology, breast, ovarian and lung cancers, gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary cancers, head and neck cancers, genitourinary cancers, palliative care, and bone and soft tissue sarcomas.
Qualifications
- MBBS – Grant Medical College & Sir J.J. Hospital, University of Mumbai
- MD (Internal Medicine) – Seth G.S. Medical College & KEM Hospital, University of Mumbai
- DM (Medical Oncology) – The Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute
- DNB (Medical Oncology) – National Board, New Delhi
Awards & Recognition
- Gold Medal in Medical Oncology – Gujarat University
Specialities & Expertise
- Precision & Molecular Oncology
- Geriatric Oncology
- Breast, Ovarian & Lung Cancers
- Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary Cancers
- Head & Neck Cancers
- Genitourinary Cancers
- Palliative Care
- Bone & Soft Tissue Sarcomas
Patient Experience & Approach
Cancer treatment can involve different stages, from diagnosis and treatment planning to regular follow-up. Dr. Muzammil Shaikh works across several areas of medical oncology, including chemotherapy-based and other medical treatments for different types of cancer. His areas of interest also include precision oncology and palliative care, depending on the patient’s condition and treatment needs.
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