Dr. Reetesh Ranjan is a senior and trusted Head & Neck Cancer Surgeon and Robotic Surgery expert at Manipal Hospital, with more than 15 years of experience in treating complex cancers of the head and neck region. As the Head of the Department, he leads a specialized team that manages cancers affecting the mouth, throat, voice box, thyroid, salivary glands, and skull base. He is especially known for handling difficult cases with accuracy and care.
His medical journey began with MBBS from Darbhanga Medical College, Bihar, followed by MS in ENT from Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), New Delhi, one of India’s top government medical colleges. To further strengthen his expertise, he completed multiple national and international fellowships in head & neck surgical oncology and received advanced hands-on training in robotic surgery using the da Vinci Robotic Xi System in Seoul, South Korea. This allows him to perform highly precise surgeries through very small incisions.
Dr. Ranjan specializes in robotic head & neck cancer surgeries, transoral robotic surgery (TORS), skull base surgeries, laser and micro-laryngeal surgeries, and thyroid and salivary gland tumor operations. These modern techniques help in preserving speech, swallowing, and appearance, while reducing pain, blood loss, hospital stay, and recovery time. His focus is always on removing the cancer completely while maintaining the best possible quality of life for patients.
In addition to patient care, Dr. Ranjan is a certified robotic surgery proctor, meaning he also trains other surgeons in advanced robotic techniques. He has received several prestigious awards and recognitions, including the Chairman’s Appreciation Award and the Vattikuti Scholarship for robotic surgery. He is an active lifetime member of many reputed national and international medical societies, reflecting his commitment to continuous learning and high standards of cancer care.
