Professional Bio
- Dr. Supreet Bhatt is a Consultant Head & Neck Cancer and Thyroid Surgeon at Zydus Cancer Hospital, with over 13 years of focused experience in managing complex and advanced head and neck malignancies.
- He previously served as Head and Associate Professor at the Gujarat Cancer & Research Institute (GCRI), Civil Hospital Campus—one of the most prestigious regional cancer centres in western India. Over the course of his career, he has performed more than 4,000 complex head and neck surgeries and has treated over 20,000 patients.
- Dr. Bhatt is dedicated to delivering patient-centred care, combining cutting-edge technology with compassionate, evidence-based treatment. His meticulous surgical approach aims to achieve optimal oncological outcomes while preserving function, enhancing quality of life, and maintaining cosmesis.
- His clinical practice is particularly focused on advanced-stage and high-complexity cancers, including a substantial number of recurrent and previously operated cases where initial treatments have failed. He is highly experienced in performing salvage surgeries, which demand precise planning, technical expertise, and advanced reconstructive techniques.
- In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Bhatt is actively involved in research and medical education, contributing to advancements in surgical oncology and mentoring the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Expertise and innovations
Advanced Oral Cancer & Tongue Cancer Expertise
- Dr. Bhatt has developed specialized expertise in the management of advanced (Stage IV) oral cancers, particularly those involving challenging anatomical regions such as the infratemporal fossa.
- He has pioneered refined surgical approaches for Stage IVB oral cancers, focusing on:
- Achieving optimal oncological clearance
- Preserving speech and swallowing function
- Minimising morbidity and improving cosmesis
He has a special clinical focus on tongue cancers, where his approach integrates:
- Precision tumour resection
- Function-preserving surgical techniques
- Advanced reconstruction to optimise speech and swallowing outcomes
Recurrent/Failed Head & Neck Cancers
- Dr Supreet Bhatt manages the bulk of salvage surgeries for prior treatment failures, optimising outcomes through careful patient selection and reconstruction. With his expertise, he has got high success rates in the treatment of local/regional recurrences where surgery remains curative despite having inherent higher risks.
Thyroid & Parathyroid Surgery – Advanced Innovation Focus
- Dr. Bhatt has a strong subspecialty interest in thyroid and parathyroid tumours, both benign and malignant.
- He is actively advancing surgical safety and outcomes through the use of:
- Continuous Intraoperative Nerve Monitoring (c-IONM) for real-time nerve preservation
- Indocyanine Green (ICG) fluorescence imaging to assess parathyroid viability
These technologies allow:
- Enhanced preservation of recurrent laryngeal nerve function
- Reduced complication rates
- More predictable and safer thyroid surgery outcomes
Minimally Invasive & Robotic Surgery
- Dr. Bhatt is highly skilled in advanced robotic and minimally invasive head & neck surgeries, including:
- Transoral Robotic Surgery (TORS) for throat cancers
- Scarless approaches for thyroid and selected tongue cancers
- His minimally invasive philosophy focuses on:
- Reduced surgical morbidity
- Faster recovery
- Superior cosmetic outcomes
Voice Preservation & Rehabilitation
- With a special inclination towards microlaryngeal surgery (TLM), Dr. Bhatt emphasizes voice preservation in laryngeal cancers.
- He is also experienced in voice prosthetic device placement, helping restore speech in patients undergoing total laryngectomy, significantly improving post-treatment quality of life.
Professional Experience
- Former Associate Professor & Unit Head – Gujarat Cancer and Research Institute, Ahmedabad
- Led a comprehensive head and neck oncology unit
- Supervised complex multidisciplinary cancer care
- Mentored surgical oncology residents and fellows
- Former Assistant Professor – Gujarat Cancer and Research Institute, Ahmedabad
- Developed clinical protocols for advanced head and neck cancers.
- Contributed to academic and research programs
Fellowships & Advanced Training
- Dr. Bhatt has received specialized training at world-renowned cancer centers:
1. MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas
Advanced training in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology
2. Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York
Advanced training in complex head and neck procedures
3. Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
Training in Head & Neck Oncology and skull base cancers
4. GHA Hospital, Bangalore
Robotics in Head & Neck Cancer Surgery
These prestigious fellowships equipped Dr. Bhatt with cutting-edge
techniques and international best practices in surgical oncology.
Academic Qualifications
- MCh (Surgical Oncology) – Gujarat Cancer and Research Institute, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad
- MS (General Surgery) – Smt. N.H.L. Municipal Medical College, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad
- MBBS – Smt. N.H.L. Municipal Medical College, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad
- Internship – Smt. N.H.L. Municipal Medical College, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad
Core Areas of Expertise
- Advanced Oral Cancers (Stage IV, including Stage IVB)
- Tongue Cancers (Function-preserving surgical approaches)
- Recurrent & Previously Operated Head & Neck Cancers (Salvage Surgery)
- Thyroid and parathyroid Surgery with Continuous IONM & ICG Guidance
- Robotic Head & Neck Surgery (TORS, thyroid, tongue cancers)
- Throat Cancer Surgery (Open & Minimally Invasive)
- Voice Prosthetic Rehabilitation
- Anterior & Lateral Skull Base Cancers
- Salivary Gland tumors
Patient Care Philosophy
- Dr. Bhatt's approach to patient care integrates:
1. Oncological Excellence: Prioritising complete tumour removal
and cancer control with evidence-based, personalised treatment planning
2. Functional Preservation: Maximising swallowing, speech, and breathing function
3. Aesthetic Outcomes: Minimising visible scarring through minimally invasive and robotic techniques
4. Quality of Life: Ensuring patients can return to meaningful activities post-treatment
5. Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Working closely with medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, speech therapists, and nutritionists
Key Highlights
- 4,000+ Complex Head & Neck Surgeries
- 20,000+ Patients Treated
- Expertise in Advanced & Recurrent Cancers
- Pioneer in Complex Stage IV Oral Cancer Surgery
- Advanced Thyroid Surgery with IONM & ICG
Research Work
- Surgical outcomes of T4b oral cancers: assessment of prognostic factors and a need to re-evaluate the current staging system, International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2022.
- Salvage surgery for recurrent carcinoma of the oral cavity: assessment of prognostic factors, International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, 2021.
- Bilobed pectoralis major myocutaneous flap reconstruction:a single institution experience of 150 patients and methods to prevent complications. Journal of maxillofacial and oral surgery, 2021.
- Survival impact of surgical resection in locally advanced T4b oral squamous cell carcinoma. The laryngoscope, 2021.
- Unusual presentation of MPNST of the mandible as a colossal tumour after neoadjuvant chemotherapy. Indian Journal of otolaryngology and head and neck surgery, 2021.
- Access surgery-Is the lip split needed for resection of intraoral tumours? Accepted and published in the Paripex Indian Journal of Research, 2016.
- Role of lymph node ratio in predicting recurrence in buccal mucosal cancers after neoadjuvant chemotherapy was accepted and published in the Indian Journal of Applied Research, 2019.
