Oncology · ENT / Otolaryngology
Head & Neck Cancer treatment in India
Head and neck cancer is a group of cancers of the mouth, throat, voice box, nose, sinuses and salivary glands. Tobacco, heavy alcohol use, betel quid and human papillomavirus (HPV) are the main causes.
- Starting price
- $3,231Starting price
- Hospitals
- 6Hospitals
- Treatment options
- 3Treatment options
- Recovery window
- 21–60 daysRecovery window
Treatment options
How Head & Neck Cancer is treated in India
- First-line Head & Neck Cancer Surgery Oncology Stay12 days Recovery~60 days See Head & Neck Cancer Surgery pricing in India
- Proton Beam Therapy Oncology 0 Recovery~21 days See Proton Beam Therapy pricing in India
- Radiation Therapy (IMRT) Oncology 0 Recovery~30 days See Radiation Therapy (IMRT) pricing in India
Top India hospitals for Head & Neck Cancer, ranked by value
See all specialists| # | Top India hospitals for Head & Neck Cancer, ranked by value | From | Treatments | ★ | Quote |
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| 1 | Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India | $3,231 | 1 of 3 | ★ 4.9 | Quote |
| 2 | Amrita Hospital Faridabad Faridabad, India | $3,409 | 1 of 3 | ★ 4.4 | Quote |
| 3 | Sarvodaya Hospital Faridabad, India | $3,494 | 1 of 3 | ★ 4.1 | Quote |
| 4 | Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket New Delhi, India | $3,664 | 1 of 3 | ★ 4.3 | Quote |
| 5 | Artemis Hospital Gurugram, India | $3,913 | 1 of 3 | ★ 4.5 | Quote |
| 6 | Medanta - The Medicity Gurugram, India | $4,023 | 1 of 3 | ★ 4.7 | Quote |
Specialists in India
Surgeons treating Head & Neck Cancer
- Dr. Dr. Naresh Trehan Medanta - The Medicity · Gurugram 45+ years experience
- Dr. Dr. Arvind Kumar Medanta - The Medicity · Gurugram 35+ years experience
- Dr. Dr. Vinod Raina Indraprastha Apollo Hospital · New Delhi 30+ years experience
- Dr. Dr. S.K. Gupta Indraprastha Apollo Hospital · New Delhi 28+ years experience
- Dr. Dr. Harit Chaturvedi Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket · New Delhi 25+ years experience
- Dr. Dr. Aditya Gupta Artemis Hospital · Gurugram 22+ years experience
- Dr. Dr. Rajneesh Malhotra Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket · New Delhi 22+ years experience
- Dr. Dr. Ranjan Kumar Sarvodaya Hospital · Faridabad 20+ years experience
FAQ
Head & Neck Cancer in India — common questions
Where do most international patients go for Head & Neck Cancer in India?
The most common destinations are tier-1 metro hospitals (Delhi NCR, Istanbul, Bangkok, Singapore, etc.) where the relevant specialty volumes are highest. Surgeon volume — not hospital prestige — is one of the strongest predictors of outcomes for Head & Neck Cancer, so ask each hospital for its case volume.
What does Head & Neck Cancer treatment typically cost in India?
Across the 6 accredited hospitals we list, packaged costs start from about $3,231 and run up to $4,023 depending on procedure choice, complexity, and implant or device tier. We never publish a final number — your case manager itemises every line before you commit.
How long should I plan to stay in India for treatment?
Most Head & Neck Cancer cases need around 21–60 days in-country covering pre-op workup, the procedure itself, and the first follow-up before flying home. Plan an extra week buffer for travel + visa logistics.
Should I get a second opinion before booking?
Yes — and it's free. A second opinion can confirm the plan or suggest a different procedure. Share your imaging and current plan; a specialist returns a written opinion in 5–10 working days, with no obligation to travel.
Is India accredited for international medical patients?
Each hospital page shows the accreditations we hold on record (JCI, NABH, ISO 9001, KTQ, HA-Thailand or the local ministry licence). Check the issuing body's directory, or ask your coordinator to confirm current status, before you book.
Destination evaluation
How to evaluate care for this condition in this destination
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Match destination strength to condition
Some destinations excel at specific conditions. Verify the destination has high-volume programs for your specific case type.
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Compare hospital options
From the hospitals shown above, narrow to 2-3 candidates with strong sub-specialty match.
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Request itemized quotes
Quotes from 2-3 hospitals enable real comparison. Generic 'package' quotes hide what's included.
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Plan logistics
Visa, flights, accommodation, recovery support. Plan around the recovery window for this condition.
Head & Neck Cancer · India
Continue evaluating head & neck cancer care
Destination is one variable. These hubs widen the search by specialty, by surgeon, by treatment, and by alternative destinations.
- Condition Head & Neck Cancer overview Description, severity grading, treatment paths.
- Surgeons Doctors who treat Head & Neck Cancer Volume-ranked specialists across relevant specialties.
- Procedure Head & Neck Cancer Surgery hub First-line treatment for this condition.
- Cost Head & Neck Cancer Surgery cost in India Per-hospital pricing in this destination.
- Specialty Oncology hub Programs and surgeons across oncology.
- Specialty ENT / Otolaryngology Alternative specialty involved in care for this condition.
- Destination India hospital hub Featured programs and pricing benchmarks across India.
- Visa India medical visa Documents, processing time, embassy guidance.
- Compare Hospital comparison Side-by-side accreditations, ratings, beds, and pricing.
- Tool Match-me triage Three questions, get a specialty + destination + 3-hospital shortlist.
- Tool Cost calculator Hospital-reported pricing across procedures × destinations.
- Action Free second opinion Independent panel review of your case in 48 hours — no charge.
Next step · Head & Neck Cancer · India
Get 3 itemized quotes for Head & Neck Cancer in India this week.
Share your imaging or current plan. A named case manager shortlists 3 hospitals and returns an itemized quote + travel plan in under 48 hours.