Shalini Thakur
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7
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About
Dr. Shalini Thakur is a pioneering head and neck surgeon whose work is redefining surgical approaches for cancer treatment. Her primary research focuses on minimally invasive and robotic-assisted techniques for neck dissection, aiming to reduce patient morbidity while maintaining oncologic rigor. She is best known for conceptualizing the "Transoral retroauricular neck dissection (TREND)" approach, a novel combination technique that eliminates visible scars by accessing the neck through the mouth and a hidden retroauricular incision. This work, published in 2021, has garnered early attention with 4 citations, signaling its growing influence. Complementing this, her study on robot-assisted neck dissection at a tertiary care cancer center (3 citations) provides critical evidence for the feasibility and safety of robotic systems in managing head and neck malignancies. Dr. Thakur’s contributions are particularly impactful for young surgeons and researchers interested in the intersection of surgical innovation and patient-centered outcomes. Her achievements highlight a commitment to advancing surgical precision and quality of life, positioning her as a rising leader in the field of head and neck oncology.
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