Dr M I Laxmidhar

Dr. Murtuza I. Laxmidhar is a distinguished figure in the field of surgical oncology, known for his profound expertise and dedication to treating patients with diverse forms of cancer, including breast, lung, colon, and pancreatic cancer, among others. He is recognized for his proficiency in executing complex surgical procedures and his emphasis on minimally invasive surgeries to expedite recovery.

Educational Qualifications:

• MBBS
• MS (General Surgery)
• MCh (Surgical Oncology)

Professional Experience:

• Dr. Laxmidhar has been in private practice attached to Gujarat Cancer Research Institute / Civil Hospital / Rajasthan Hospital as a visiting surgeon.
• He has over 25 years of experience in the field of Surgical Oncology and was one of the pioneers who started Transoral Laser Microsurgery and Tracheoesophageal Prosthesis in Laryngectomized patients in Ahmedabad.

Notable Achievements:

• Presented papers and an innovative video on ‘Rule of 4 stitches in oral cavity cancer resection at the World Congress of IAOO, Rome, Italy, in 2019.
• Invited as faculty and conducted many educational programs for doctors and awareness talks for the community.
• Organized workshops on TLM, organ-specific updates on skull base, paranasal sinus tumors, and Thyroid cancers.

Certifications:

• Trained at internationally acclaimed centers in the field of oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, USA.
• Clinical experience as a Visitor at the world-famous M.D. Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA.
• Special training in Transoral Laser Microsurgery for laryngeal and oropharyngeal cancers.