Profile Summary
A dedicated and highly skilled ENT surgeon with advanced fellowship training in head and neck cancer surgery from Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai. Dr. Ariful Islam has extensive experience at leading cancer centers in Bangladesh, including Delta Hospital Ltd. and Combined Military Hospital, Dhaka. Renowned for both surgical expertise and compassionate care, he delivers comprehensive, evidence-based, and patient-centric solutions for all ENT and head-neck oncology needs.
Dr. Arif has a particular fascination with the challenges and innovations in head & neck cancer surgery and advanced sinus surgery, areas in which he continues to develop specialized expertise.
Areas of Special Interest
- Head & Neck Cancer Surgery: Deeply committed to the surgical management, reconstruction, and long-term care of patients with head and neck malignancies.
- Endoscopic Sinus Surgery: Special interest in minimally invasive techniques for the management of complex sinonasal disease, nasal polyps, and skull base tumors.
Professional Experience
KPJ Dhaka Specialized Hospital
Specialist, Ear, Nose, Throat & Head-Neck Cancer Surgery
Gazipur, Bangladesh
Present
- Lead consultant for ENT and head-neck oncology services.
- Performs complex head and neck cancer surgeries, including radical resections and advanced reconstructions.
- Provides advanced diagnostics, minimally invasive interventions, and multidisciplinary care.
Delta Hospital Ltd.
Registrar, Head-Neck Cancer Surgery & ENT
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Previous
- Core team member at a renowned cancer hospital, handling a high volume of cancer and major ENT surgeries.
- Performed oral cavity, oropharyngeal, laryngeal, thyroid, and neck dissections.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for integrated care, from diagnosis to rehabilitation.
- Engaged in clinical research and cancer awareness initiatives.
Combined Military Hospital, Dhaka
Core Training, Head-Neck Oncology & ENT
Dhaka, Bangladesh
- 2 years of intensive training, developing expertise in military and civilian cancer surgery.
Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, India
Fellow, Head-Neck Cancer Surgery
- Completed advanced fellowship in one of Asia’s premier oncology institutions.
Core Competencies
- Comprehensive ENT and head-neck cancer surgery
- Minimally invasive and reconstructive techniques
- Complex airway and thyroid procedures
- Multidisciplinary oncologic management
- Cancer patient counseling and holistic care
- Medical education and surgical training
Workshops & Continuing Education
- Participated in numerous national and international workshops, seminars, and advanced training programs in ENT and Head-Neck Surgery, continuously updating skills and knowledge to remain at the forefront of surgical innovation.
Memberships & Affiliations
- Bangladesh Society of Otolaryngologists
- Member, American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery
- Member, Dundee Institute of Head & Neck Education