CION Ameerpet
Medically reviewed by Dr. Muralidhar Muddusetty, Surgical Oncologist · Last reviewed June 2026
Head and neck cancer surgery is where technique decides everything — whether the cancer is fully cleared, and whether you can still speak, eat, and look like yourself afterwards. CION runs a dedicated head and neck surgical pathway with 35+ centres across Telangana & AP, led by AIIMS-trained surgical oncologist Dr. Muralidhar Muddusetty, with reconstruction planned from the first consultation and every case reviewed by a multidisciplinary tumour board.
Head and neck cancer surgery removes the tumour with a clear margin of healthy tissue, addresses the lymph nodes in the neck, and — where needed — rebuilds the structures that let you speak, swallow, and look like yourself. Doing all three well in one coordinated plan is the difference between a cancer operation and an onco-specific head and neck operation.
Telangana and Andhra Pradesh see some of India's highest rates of mouth, tongue, and throat cancer, driven by tobacco, gutka, pan masala, and betel quid. In a region where so many of these cancers occur, who holds the scalpel — and whether they are trained specifically in head and neck oncology rather than general ENT or oral surgery — matters more here than almost anywhere else. Choosing the best cancer hospital for oral cancer in Hyderabad starts with asking these questions.
India accounts for roughly one-third of the world's oral cancer cases, and head and neck cancers are among the most common cancers in Indian men — largely driven by tobacco, gutka, and betel quid. Because survival and function both depend heavily on stage at diagnosis and on the surgeon's technique, being operated on by a trained head and neck oncologist — not a general ENT or oral surgeon — is one of the strongest factors in the outcome. (Source: ICMR–NCDIR National Cancer Registry Programme; GLOBOCAN.)
The right operation depends on the tumour site, size, and stage. Every plan is decided by the tumour board, with reconstruction mapped out alongside the resection. For a full breakdown of the types of oral cancer surgery, see our dedicated overview.
Removal of the tumour with a clear margin of healthy tissue around it. Adequate margin clearance is the single most important predictor of local control, and the part most affected by surgical training and judgement.
Removal of lymph nodes in the neck that may carry cancer cells. Choosing the correct type — selective, modified radical, or radical — for the tumour and nodal status is core onco-specific skill.
Partial or total removal of the tongue for tongue cancer, almost always paired with reconstruction to preserve speech and swallowing where possible.
Removal of part of the jawbone when cancer involves or threatens the mandible, followed by fibula or other free-flap reconstruction to restore the jaw.
Voice-box and throat surgery, with organ-preservation approaches considered first where appropriate, and definitive chemoradiation as an alternative for selected sites.
Rebuilding the tongue, jaw, or oral cavity with tissue from the forearm, thigh, or fibula. Planned alongside the cancer surgery from the first consultation — not as an afterthought.
Your exact operation, and whether radiation or chemotherapy is added before or after, is decided by the multidisciplinary tumour board for your specific case.
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Trained at AIIMS, Tata Memorial, and leading international centres. Combined 150+ years of experience. Every complex case is reviewed by 3+ of them — together.
MBBS(Gold Medal), DNB(General Medicine), DM(Medical Oncology)(Gold Medal)
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From your first call to your final follow-up, here is how your surgical case is actually managed at CION's oral cancer care network.
A senior head and neck oncologist reviews your case in full. If you already have a biopsy report, MRI, or CT, we review what you have. Family welcome. Telugu, Hindi, or English.
Biopsy histopathology is re-read by our oncology pathologist. MRI of the face and neck, plus PET-CT for advanced cases, are reviewed for staging. HPV testing (p16) is performed on oropharyngeal cancers. Dental and nutritional assessments are arranged before radiation where indicated.
Your case is presented to surgical, medical, and radiation oncology — and reconstructive surgery where indicated — together, usually within five working days. The consensus on the operation, reconstruction, and radiation sequence is documented.
You meet your lead surgeon — CION's panel includes the best oral cancer surgeons in Hyderabad. The full plan is explained in your preferred language — the surgical approach, reconstruction plan, expected functional outcomes, and likely radiation or chemoradiation needs. You receive a written, itemised cost estimate before anything begins.
Oncologic resection with the correct neck dissection and, where needed, microvascular free-flap reconstruction coordinated with accredited reconstructive teams — delivered at an oral cancer hospital in Hyderabad near you. The same lead doctor remains accountable throughout.
Post-operative follow-up involves clinical review every 2–3 months for the first 2 years, with imaging where indicated. Speech and swallow therapy and nutritional support continue alongside cancer surveillance. Your lead doctor stays the same.
If at any stage you want a second opinion — internal or external — we facilitate it. Free, in writing, yours to keep.
Surgical technique directly affects speech, swallowing, and appearance. A free written second opinion costs you nothing and is yours to keep.
For an operation where the difference between a trained head and neck oncologist and a general surgeon directly affects whether you can speak afterwards, you need more than a recommendation. Bring these questions to your consultation — at CION, or anywhere else.
Many head and neck cancer operations in Hyderabad are performed by ENTs and oral surgeons without onco-fellowship training. Understanding which specialist treats oral cancer — and why it matters — is the first step. The difference in technique — adequate margin clearance, the correct neck dissection for the nodal status, and coordination of reconstruction — directly affects both function and survival. Ask plainly who will hold the scalpel, and what their specific head and neck oncology training is.
Head and neck surgery affects the face, jaw, and tongue — the parts of you that speak, eat, and show expression. Modern microvascular free-flap reconstruction can restore both function and appearance, but only if it is planned alongside the cancer surgery, not bolted on later. Ask whether reconstruction is coordinated from the first surgical consultation, and what functional outcome is realistic for your tumour site and size.
Head and neck cancer surgery is technically demanding, and outcomes track closely with experience. A team that operates once or twice a month is in a different league from one operating once or twice a week. Ask for the team's annual surgical volume, and ask specifically how many of those operations your named lead surgeon will personally perform — volume is the strongest single signal of surgical judgement.
The decision between surgery, chemoradiation, or both — and the exact sequence — should be made by surgical, medical, and radiation oncology together, not by one surgeon alone. Ask whether your case will be discussed at a documented tumour board before a date is fixed. A single doctor recommending immediate surgery without that review is a reason to seek a second opinion.
Head and neck surgery costs vary widely with stage, reconstruction type, and adjuvant therapy. You deserve a written, itemised estimate — surgery, reconstruction, radiation, and any chemotherapy or immunotherapy — before you commit, not a number revised upward afterwards. Ask whether Aarogyasri, EMI, and cashless insurance are accepted, and whether the estimate is given to you in writing.
A second opinion is especially valuable before head and neck surgery — both because technique affects speech, swallowing, and appearance, and because the choice between surgery and chemoradiation varies between centres. At CION the second opinion is free, written, and yours to keep. Our tumour board reviews your imaging, biopsy, and any existing recommendation and gives you a documented opinion you can take to any doctor.
This content is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified oncologist for guidance specific to your medical condition. The information on this page is periodically reviewed and updated by CION's medical team in accordance with current clinical guidelines.
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Start Your Story. Book Free Consultation.Head and neck cancer surgery at CION is led by AIIMS-trained surgical oncologist Dr. Muralidhar Muddusetty (MS Surgery, AIIMS), supported by medical and radiation oncologists. Every case is reviewed by a multidisciplinary tumour board before surgery is planned. This is onco-specific surgery — margin clearance, neck dissection, and reconstruction coordination — not general ENT or oral surgery. CION is consistently rated among the best oral cancer hospitals in Hyderabad.
It depends on the size and location of the tumour and on whether reconstruction is planned from the start. Modern microvascular free-flap reconstruction rebuilds the tongue, jaw, or oral cavity using tissue from the forearm, thigh, or fibula, restoring both function and appearance. At CION, reconstruction is planned alongside the cancer surgery from the first consultation, not added as an afterthought.
It depends on the site and stage. Most early-stage oral cavity cancers are treated primarily with surgery, with radiation added if the tumour is deep, margins are close, or lymph nodes are involved. Locally advanced disease often needs combined chemoradiation after surgery. The exact sequence is decided by the multidisciplinary tumour board based on your specific case.
A neck dissection removes lymph nodes in the neck that may contain cancer cells. Whether you need one, and what type — selective, modified radical, or radical — depends on the tumour site, depth, and whether nodes are clinically involved. Choosing the correct type of neck dissection is a core part of onco-specific head and neck training and directly affects both survival and recovery.
Costs vary by stage and complexity. Early-stage surgery with neck dissection typically ranges ₹1,50,000 to ₹4,00,000; complex resection with free-flap reconstruction ranges ₹4,00,000 to ₹8,00,000+ depending on flap type. Every CION patient receives a written, itemised cost estimate before surgery begins. Aarogyasri, EMI, and cashless insurance are accepted. For outcomes data, see our page on oral cancer treatment success rates in Hyderabad.
No. Continuing tobacco use during head and neck cancer treatment reduces the effectiveness of surgery and radiation, increases complications, and raises the risk of a second primary cancer. Stopping is the single most important thing you can do to improve your outcome. CION provides tobacco cessation counselling and support as part of every head and neck pathway.
Head and neck cancers can progress relatively quickly, so timely surgery matters — but rushing into the wrong operation is worse than a short, well-used delay for proper staging and planning. CION reviews most cases at tumour board within about five working days of complete staging, so surgery is scheduled promptly with the correct plan, reconstruction, and adjuvant therapy mapped out in advance.
Yes, and whether a second opinion is necessary is always worth asking before head and neck surgery — surgical technique directly affects speech, swallowing, and appearance, and the choice between surgery and chemoradiation varies between centres. At CION the second opinion is free, written, and yours to keep. Our tumour board reviews your imaging, biopsy, and any existing recommendation and gives you a documented opinion you can take anywhere.