Dr. Swati Nair

Dr. Swati Nair is an Associate Consultant in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology at Medanta — The Medicity, Gurgaon, bringing over 10 years of specialized surgical expertise to the management of head and neck cancers. She holds an MBBS from Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, an MS in ENT from B R Ambedkar Medical College, Bangalore, and a dedicated Fellowship in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology from Medanta, Gurugram. Her clinical foundation is built on rigorous training at a high-volume head and neck cancer centre, equipping her with the precision and depth required for complex oncologic cases.

Dr. Nair's surgical portfolio is extensive and evidence-based. She has assisted and performed over 800 thyroidectomies and 400 oral cancer surgeries, demonstrating significant clinical volume in her core areas. Her expertise spans oral cancer surgery, thyroid and parathyroid oncology, comprehensive neck dissections, salivary gland surgery, and oropharyngeal and hypopharyngeal malignancies. She employs advanced techniques including sentinel lymph node biopsy protocols, composite resections for complex tumours, and transoral robotic approaches where appropriate, ensuring personalised surgical planning for each patient.

International patients from the Gulf region, Africa, and South Asia comprise a meaningful portion of her case load at Medanta. Dr. Nair combines technical excellence with a patient-centred approach, taking time to explain surgical options and expected outcomes to patients from diverse backgrounds. Her commitment to multidisciplinary care ensures coordination with medical oncology, radiation therapy, and rehabilitation teams, addressing the holistic needs of cancer patients.

Medanta — The Medicity is a NABH and JCI-accredited tertiary-care facility in Gurgaon, known for its dedicated Cancer Care department and comprehensive oncologic support infrastructure. The hospital's robust international patient services, in-house diagnostics, and coordinated care model make it an ideal destination for complex head and neck malignancies. International patients benefit from streamlined admission processes, English-speaking nursing staff, and proximity to Delhi's international airport, reducing logistical burden during treatment and recovery.