- Chengannur, Kerala, 689124
Dr. Gurukeerthi B is a dedicated Head & Neck Surgical Oncologist with specialized training in the diagnosis and surgical management of head and neck cancers. He completed his M.Ch in Head & Neck Surgery at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, one of India’s leading cancer centres.
With experience across renowned institutions including Tata Memorial Hospital, Kidwai Memorial Institute of Oncology, Adyar Cancer Institute, and Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, he has developed expertise in managing both routine and complex head & neck conditions.
Over the years, Dr. Gurukeerthi has built extensive experience in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology through specialized training, academic roles, and surgical practice at leading cancer centres across India.
KVG Medical College, Sullia, Karnataka
Completed MBBS under Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences.
Assam Medical College, Dibrugarh
Completed MS (ENT) under SSUHS, Guwahati. University Second Rank Holder.
Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
Advanced training in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology, including ablative and reconstructive cancer surgery.
Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai
Performed surgeries for various benign and malignant head & neck conditions and participated in research and skull base clinics.
Adyar Cancer Institute (WIA), Chennai
Continued specialized clinical and surgical experience in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology.
Kasturba Medical College, Manipal
Continued academic and clinical practice in Head & Neck Surgery and Oncology.
Dr. Gurukeerthi B currently serves as a Consultant in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology at Dr. KM Cherian Institute of Medical Sciences, Kallissery, Chengannur, Kerala. In this role, he provides specialized evaluation and surgical management for patients with head and neck cancers and complex head & neck conditions.
His current practice focuses on oral, throat, laryngeal, thyroid, salivary gland, skull base, and recurrent head & neck cancers, with treatment plans tailored to each patient’s condition. He combines his experience from leading cancer centres with a multidisciplinary approach to provide comprehensive and patient-centred surgical care.
With years of surgical expertise, academic excellence, and advanced microsurgical training, Dr. Raghuram Menon continues to provide comprehensive plastic and reconstructive surgical care with compassion, precision, and dedication.
Dr. Gurukeerthi has experience in the surgical management of oral, tongue, buccal mucosa, pharyngeal, laryngeal, thyroid, salivary gland, skull base, and recurrent head & neck cancers. His surgical experience includes both ablative and reconstructive procedures, as well as advanced techniques such as Transoral Laser Surgery and Transoral Robotic Surgery.
His approach to treatment is centered on achieving effective cancer control while preserving speech, swallowing, appearance, and overall quality of life whenever possible.
Alongside his clinical practice, Dr. Gurukeerthi has an active interest in research and academic medicine. His work has been published in peer-reviewed national and international journals, covering areas such as oral cancer, thyroid cancer, reconstruction, salivary complications, and other aspects of head & neck oncology.
He has also presented research at national and international conferences and has received recognition for his academic work, including third prize for an oral cavity poster presentation at AHNS 2023 in Montreal, Canada
Dr. Gurukeerthi believes that cancer care goes beyond surgery. Every patient brings unique concerns, expectations, and circumstances to their treatment journey. His approach combines evidence-based medicine, surgical precision, clear communication, and compassionate care.
Through personalized treatment planning and multidisciplinary collaboration, he strives to help each patient understand their condition and make informed decisions about their care
“Behind every diagnosis is a person with hopes, fears, and loved ones. My goal is to guide each patient with expertise, empathy, and unwavering commitment.”
— Dr. Gurukeerthi B Kedilaya
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