Has over 400 peer reviewed journals to his name as well as honorary fellowships form the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, England and Australia
The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd) recently recognised the achievements of a leading North American based head and neck cancer surgeon at a diploma ceremony held at the 500-year-old Edinburgh College.
Currently the Chief of Head and Neck Service at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, as well as Chair of the Council of the International Academy of Oral Oncology (IAOO), Professor Jatin Shah, received the Honorary Fellowship from the RCSEd’s Faculty of Dental Surgery in recognition of the contribution made to medicine, particularly in the field of oral oncology. 
Having received medical training in Baroda, India, Professor Shah undertook a research fellowship in Philadelphia, USA before moving in New York. He undertook a series of research and senior surgical positions, including being appointed to the position of Professor of Surgery at the Weill Medical College of Cornell University, New York recently. In addition, he has over 400 peer reviewed publications to his name as well as Honorary Fellowships from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, England and Australia.
Explaining more about Professor Shah’s nomination to receive the RCSEd Honorary Fellowship in Dental Surgery, Dean of the RCSEd Dental Faculty, Professor Richard Ibbetson said:
“Professor Shah is one of the most distinguished and leading figures worldwide in the field of oral oncology. His significant contribution to healthcare and education, particularly in the field of oral cancer, worldwide, deserves to be duly recognised.” Established in 1505, and with a worldwide membership, The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh is one of the world’s oldest and largest surgical establishments dedicated to the pursuit of excellence and advancement in surgical and dental practice, through its activities in education, training and examinations.
“I am deeply humbled and sincerely grateful to the RCSEd for bestowing this distinguished honour upon me. Recognition by colleagues from a different background is a high point in my career, and a unique privilege with a special meaning. Such recognition will go a long way towards strengthening the common platform created between surgeons from differing backgrounds involved in the care of patients with oral cancer, such as head and neck surgeons; otolaryngologists; plastic surgeons and dental / oral / maxillofacial surgeons,” Professor Shah said.
