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Dr. Shekhar Shikare

Dr. Shekhar Shikare

Consultant Nuclear Medicine

Professional Summary:

Dr. Shekhar Shikare is a distinguished expert in Nuclear Medicine, with over four decades of clinical experience. He holds an MBBS, DRM, and DNB, and is certified as a Diplomate by the Certification Board of Nuclear Cardiology (USA), Additionally, he is a Fellow of the European Board of Nuclear Medicine, demonstrating his commitment to maintaining international standards of medical practice.

Training:

Dr. Shikare’s advanced training in Nuclear Medicine includes esteemed institutions such as:

  • Royal Prince Alfred Hospital – Sydney, Australia
  • Institute of Medicine – Jülich, Germany
  • University of Münster – Münster, Germany

His comprehensive education has provided him with a global perspective and expertise in the latest diagnostic and therapeutic techniques in nuclear medicine.

Professional Experience:

In June 1998, Dr. Shikare established the Department of Nuclear Medicine at Al-Zahra Hospital in Sharjah, UAE, where he continues to serve as Consultant and Head. Under his leadership, the department has grown into one of the most advanced nuclear medicine facilities in the region, known for offering cutting-edge diagnostic and therapeutic services.

Before joining Al-Zahra Hospital, Dr. Shikare held key academic and clinical roles, including:

  • Associate Professor & Lecturer of Nuclear Medicine Seth G.S. Medical College & K.E.M. Hospital, Bombay, India Dr. Shikare spent seven years in academic medicine, where he contributed significantly to the field of nuclear medicine through teaching and research.
  • Consultant & Head of Nuclear Medicine Dr. Balabhai Nanavati Hospital, Bombay, India During his three-year tenure, Dr. Shikare led the department in delivering high-quality nuclear medicine services.
    • Research & Publications:

    Dr. Shikare is a prolific researcher with numerous publications in peer-reviewed national and international journals. His research focuses on General Nuclear Medicine, Hybrid SPECT -CT imaging and its application in various branches of Medicine and thus contributing to advancements in patient care globally.

Case Study

Explore my comprehensive case studies showcasing the latest advancements in nuclear medicine. Each study highlights unique applications, patient outcomes, and innovative techniques. Click on the links below to dive deeper into specific cases and gain valuable insights into how nuclear medicine is transforming healthcare.

Endocrinology

  1. The role of 99mtc-sestamibi in the evaluation of thyroid nodule & its diagnostic accuracy (unusual cases picked up on dual isotope technique ( 99mtc-sestamibi parathyroid & 99mtco4 thyroid scintigraphy) with diagnosis of hyperparathyroidism.
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  2. Case of Primary Hyperparathyroidism With Minimal Symtoms & Maximum Findings (Unusual Case).
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  3. Right lobe intrathyroidal parathyroid adenoma as a cause of primary hyperparathyroidism with recurrent nephrolithiasis (usefullness of 99mtcsestamibi spect-ct parathyroid scintigraphy)
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  4. Thyroid scintigraphy and usefulness of spect-ct fused imaging in adult hood with missing thyroid gland
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  5. Thyroid-Related Complications of Amiodarone-The role of Nuclear Medicine (short cases).
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  6. 131-MIBG scintigraphy in pheochromocytoma (short case)
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  7. Osteitis Fibrosa Cystica of olecranon process of left ulnar bone, as Initial Manifestation of Primary Hyperparathyroidism
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  8. Ectopic Parathyroid Adenoma in Neck by Tc-99m Sestamibi SPECT/CT Localization
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  9. Primary Hyperparathyroidism Underdiagnosed Among Kidney Stone Formers (short cases)
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  10. Unusual Presentation of Primary Hyperparathyroidism
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  11. Case Of Primary Hyperparathyroidism Due To An Ectopic Parathyroid Adenoma Presenting As Acute Pancreatitis. Ectopic thyroid tissue in thyroglossal cyst duct remnant and related to elevation of serum thyroglobulin after 1-131 ablation therapy (short cases)
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  12. Primary hyperparathyroidism in patients with diabetes mellitus (Short cases)
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  13. Coexistence of parathyroid adenoma & follicular adenoma on the same side of thyroid gland in a same patient (short case)
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  14. Hybrid SPECT-CT imaging in the diagnosis of thyroid nodularity and retrosternal goiter
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  15. Hybrid SPECT-CT somatostatin-receptor
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  16. Hybrid SPECT-CT somatostatin-receptor scintigraphy with 99mTc-Tektrotyd in follow up of post-operative neuroendocrine tumor of 3rd part of duodenum (unusual site) with liver metastases
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  17. Multiple Parathyroid Adenomas vs Hyperplasia & 99mTc Sestamibi Parathyroid Hybrid SPECT-CT Scintigraphy
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  18. Parathyroid Adenoma without Hyperparathyroidism
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  19. Primary hyperparathyroidism in patients with diabetes mellitu (short cases)
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  20. The value of whole body scintigraphy using (99m)tc-hynic-toc (tektrotyd) and with single photon emission computerized tomography (spect/ct hybrid imaging) in the detection of primary and metastatic neuroendocrine tumor (nets). (Short case)
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  21. Thyroid scintigraphy and usefulness of spect-ct fused imaging in adult hood with missing thyroid gland (new case)
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  22. Thyrotoxicosis after COVID-19 vaccination: case reports
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Breast Imaging

  1. Imaging in breast cancer: scintimammography (smm)(short interesting cases)
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Neurology

  1. Usefulness of dopamine transporter imaging (dat scan) & normal morphological brain imaging
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  2. Evaluation of 99mTc-TRODAT SPECT (DAT SCAN) in the diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease versus other movement disorders
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Nephro-Urology

  1. The Role of 99MTC Dmsa Renal Scan In The Evaluation Of Ectopic & Small Kidneys (Not Visualised On Ultrasonography)
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  2. Renal function recovery after laparosocopic pyeloplasty (Usefullness of Pre & Post 99mTc MAG3 Diuretic Renal Scan)
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Ophthalmology

  1. Diagnostic value of dacryoscintigraphy in patients with epiphora (short cases)
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  2. A Case of recurrent Conjunctivitis & Blocked Tear Duct- The role of Lacrimal Duct Scintigraphy (Dacryocystography)
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Gastroenterology

  1. Clinical applications of nuclear medicine exceptional gatroenterology cases
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  2. Bleeding meckels diverticulum (Three short cases)
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  3. Hepatobiliary scintigraphy (hbs) adjunt hbs spect- ct fused imaging in detection of active biliary leak and anatomical localisation of the site following post laproscopic cholectsectomy (unusual case of medical management).
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  4. Hepatic hemangiomas- the role of 99mtc rbc lebelled liver blood pool scintigraphy (static and spect-ct hybrid imaging (short cases)
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  5. Evaluation of Leven – Shunt patency using 99mTc MAA
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  6. The hotspot hepatobiliary scan in focus nodular hyperplasia (short case)
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  7. An improved radionuclide method for the diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux and aspiration in children (MILK SCAN)
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  8. A Pediatric Case of Meckel Diverticulum with uncommon presentation showing no lower Gastrointestinal Bleeding
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Cardiology

  1. Diagnostic and prognostic significance of transient ischemic dilatation (TID) in myocardial perfusion imaging (MPI)
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  2. Nuclear medicine imaging of myocardial viability & its practical implication
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  3. Graves disease with acute myocardial infarction and normal coronary arteries
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  4. Diagnostic value of stress myocardial perfusion scintigraphy in a patient with chest pain and normal coronary angiogram.
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  5. Role of Stress MPI in the evaluation of post PCI/ Stenting patents (A case of recurrent stenosis with no ST-T changes on TMT
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Oncology

  1. Super scan on 99mTc MDP skeletal scintigraphy in prostatic adenocarcinoma
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  2. 99mTc PSMA HYBRID SPECT-CT IMAGING IN PROSTATE CANCER (Case Series)
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Orthopaedic

  1. Bone scintigraphy in tibial stress syndrome or shin splints (short cases)
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  2. Bone scintigraphy in osteomyelitis (non-violated bone) - short cases
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  3. Role of bone scintigraphy in the early diagnosis of discitis
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  4. A case of polystotic pagets with dorsal vertebral tubercular spondylodiscitis on whole body spect-ct skeletal scintigraphy
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  5. Additional Benefit of Bone Spect-ct in Investigating Heel Pain (A Case of Left Foot Achilles Tendonitis)
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  6. Bone Scintigraphy in Metabolic Bone Diseases (Short Cases)
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  7. Osteoid Osteoma (short cases) the role of gamma probe guided osteoid osteoma surgical removal (current senario).
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  8. Nuclear medicine in sports & usefulness of hybrid bone spect-ct imaging (short cases- stress fractures)
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  9. Radionuclide imaging in the diagnosis of osteoid osteoma and spect-ct improves scintigraphic accuracy of the diagnosis (a case report).
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  10. Bone spect-ct imaging of obscure foot and ankle pain (short cases)
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  11. Benefits of performing a Nuclear Medicine
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  12. Bone scintigraphy in shin splints
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  13. Facetal Arthopathy
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  14. Fibrous Dysplasia in Maxillary Bone
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  15. Hybrid Bone SPECT-CT imaging of the Foot and Ankle
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  16. Is hybrid imaging - SPECTCT
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  17. Quiescent and Accessory Navicular Syndrome
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  18. Spondylolysis
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  19. Tc-99m MDP Bone Scan in Bilateral Osteitis
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  20. The role of bone scintigraphy in diagnosing
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  21. The role of hybrid bone SPECT-CT imaging
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  22. Utility of 99mTc-MDP bone scan and Hybrid SPECT-CT for the diagnosis of skull base osteomyelitis
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Urology

  1. 99mTc labelled Tektrotyd (Octreotide) Somatostatin Receptor Hybrid SPECT CT Scintigraphy in Meningiomas And Its Clinical Utility
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Uro-Oncology

  1. Role of 99mtc PSMA (Prostate Specific Membrane Antigen) Whole Body and Spect-ct Scan in Prostate Cancer with Psa of 0.454 Ng/ml.
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Lymphatic Sentinel Lymph Node Scintigraphy

  1. Lymphoedema after breast cancer treatment- Role of upper limb lympho- scintigraphy (Short cases).
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  2. First case of cancer breast (left) encountered with visualisation of axillary and infraclavicular sentinel lymph nodes by sln scintigraphy and subsequent gamma probe guided removal. Histopathology showed micro metastatis in both the sentinel lymph nodes.
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  3. Identification of the sentinel lymph node by scintigraphy & gamma probe-guided sentinel lymph node biopsy in breast cancer patients: 99m technetium labeled nano colloid
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  4. Use of Sentinel Node Lymphoscintigraphy in Malignant Melanoma
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  5. Usefulness of spect-ct sentinel lymph node scintigraphy in malignant melanoma patients, because of the unpredictability of lymphatic drainage, preoperative scintigraphy findings may lead to changes in surgical management (four short cases): 99mtc labeled nano colloid
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  6. Sentinel lymph node scintigraphy in primary mucinous carcinoma of scalp
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Neuro-Endocrinology

  1. Neuroendocrine Tumor Insulinoma On Somatostatin Receptor (Octreotide) Scintigraphy Associated with Men I (A Case report)
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  2. Somatostatin receptor/ octreotide scintigraphy & its clinical relevance in neuro endocrine tumours (three short cases).
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Paediatrics

  1. Congenital Hypothyroidism: Role of Nuclear Medicine (Short cases)
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