Head and neck surgery is a specialised field of surgery focused on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the structures of the head and neck. This includes conditions involving the throat, thyroid gland, salivary glands, lymph nodes, mouth and surrounding tissues.
Many head and neck conditions require surgical treatment to remove abnormal tissue, restore function or treat tumors. Surgeons carefully evaluate symptoms through clinical examination, imaging studies and diagnostic tests before recommending treatment.
Head and neck surgery may be required for both benign and malignant conditions. Common procedures include removal of tumors, thyroid surgery, treatment of salivary gland disorders and surgical management of congenital or structural abnormalities.
Modern surgical techniques allow many procedures to be performed with improved precision and reduced complications. Treatment planning often involves collaboration with specialists in oncology, radiology, pathology and other medical disciplines to ensure comprehensive care.
Early evaluation of symptoms such as persistent throat pain, difficulty swallowing, neck swelling or voice changes is important for timely diagnosis and effective treatment.
At Moolchand, our Head and Neck Surgery Department is a center of excellence for the diagnosis, surgical treatment, and rehabilitation of benign and malignant conditions affecting the head and neck region. This includes cancers of the oral cavity, throat, larynx (voice box), thyroid, salivary glands, sinuses, and skin.
Led by experienced surgeons with advanced training in head and neck oncology, we offer:
Complex cancer surgeries with organ preservation
Minimally invasive and laser-assisted techniques
Thyroid and parathyroid surgery
Voice-preserving and airway reconstruction procedures
Oncologic emergency management
Reconstructive and functional surgery post-tumor removal
Our team works in close coordination with specialists in oncology, radiology, pathology, speech therapy, and rehabilitation to provide seamless, multidisciplinary care.
We are committed to not only treating disease but also restoring quality of life—helping our patients breathe, speak, swallow, and live with confidence.
• Surgery for thyroid nodules and tumors
• Treatment of thyroid enlargement (goiter)
• Parathyroid gland surgery
• Removal of salivary gland tumors
• Treatment of salivary gland infections or stones
• Surgical treatment of benign tumors
• Management of head and neck cancers
• Lymph node surgery
• Treatment of tumors affecting the mouth and throat
• Surgical management of structural abnormalities
• Reconstruction following tumor removal
• Restoration of speech and swallowing functions
The head and neck region contains complex anatomical structures responsible for essential functions such as breathing, swallowing, speech and facial expression. Diseases affecting these structures may significantly impact quality of life.
Head and neck surgeons are trained to manage conditions involving these areas with careful attention to both functional and cosmetic outcomes. Diagnostic evaluation often involves imaging techniques such as ultrasound, CT scans or MRI to identify the extent of disease.
Treatment may involve surgery alone or a combination of surgery with other therapies depending on the underlying condition.
• Thyroid nodules and thyroid tumors
• Goiter and thyroid enlargement
• Salivary gland tumors
• Head and neck cancers
• Lymph node enlargement
• Oral cavity tumors
• Throat tumors and structural abnormalities