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DR. AFSAL MUHAMMED
- Specialist Oncology Surgeon
- Qualification: MBBS, MD, MCh, DNB
- Experience: 13 years
- Location: Dubai, UAE
Dr. Afsal Muhammed is a highly skilled Surgical Oncologist renowned for his expertise in advanced cancer surgeries and innovative treatment approaches. His practice focuses on delivering precise, minimally invasive cancer care designed to enhance recovery and preserve the patient’s quality of life. He is especially recognized for performing skin-sparing and nipple-sparing mastectomies, sentinel lymph node biopsies, and robotic-assisted cancer surgeries — procedures that reflect his commitment to surgical precision and patient-centered care.
Areas of Expertise
- Head and neck cancer surgeries
- Breast cancer surgery
- Gastrointestinal oncology (stomach, colon, rectum)
- Minimally invasive and laparoscopic cancer surgeries
Education
- MCh in Surgical Oncology – Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala University of Health Sciences
- DNB in General Surgery – Cosmopolitan Hospital, Thiruvananthapuram, National Board of Examinations
- MD in Pharmacology – Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala University of Health Sciences
- MBBS – T.D. Government Medical College, Alappuzha, Kerala University
- MBA in Hospital and Health Care Administration – Sikkim Manipal University
Professional Experience
Dr. Afsal Muhammed has extensive experience across academic and clinical oncology settings in India and the UAE. Before joining Aster Hospital, he served as a faculty member and surgical oncologist in India, gaining deep expertise in complex oncological procedures. At Aster Hospital, he continues to deliver world-class cancer surgery for both local and international patients.
