The Department of Oral Pathology and Microbiology is central to understanding disease processes at the cellular and molecular level. It plays a key role in diagnosing oral diseases, particularly precancerous and cancerous conditions, through histopathological evaluation. Students learn to correlate clinical, radiological, and microscopic findings for accurate diagnosis. The department also contributes to forensic odontology, supporting medico-legal investigations. With a focus on cancer awareness, early detection, and collaborative research, the department prepares students for academic, clinical, and research careers in oral pathology.
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Dr. Monali Shah is a distinguished academician and specialist in Oral Pathology & Microbiology at Ahmedabad Dental College & Hospital, with over 25 years of academic and clinical experience. She earned her BDS (1991) and MDS (1994) from Government Dental College, Ahmedabad. Renowned for her diagnostic expertise, she specializes in the histopathological evaluation of oral diseases, with a focus on OPMDs, oral squamous cell carcinoma, odontogenic cysts and tumors, and salivary gland lesions. She has authored 22+ publications and is known for her skill in grading epithelial dysplasia. Dr. Shah actively mentors UG and PG students, supervises research, and contributes to conferences and academic boards, making significant contributions to dental education and patient care.
