Best Doctors for Craniotomy in India

• Dr. Bharat Shinde is a neurosurgeon with more than 16 years of expertise in this field.
• Services provided by him includes Brain and spine trauma, Brain and spine tumors, Aneurysm and AVM surgeries, Prolapsed Disc surgeries, and many more.
• Dr. Bharat Shinde earned his M.Ch. Neurosurgery from the National Facility of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bangalore, a national research institute.
• Dr. Bharat received his fellowship in skull base and neurooncology from Osaka City University Hospital in Japan. 
• He completed a fellowship in endoscopic brain surgery as part of his quest for perfection. 
• He was asked to talk at the International Conference on Recent Advances in Neurotraumatology (ICRAN 2018), which was held in Italy.
• Dr. Rakesh Patel is a member of Neurological Society of India and Neuroendoscopy Society of India.
• He is registered with 2008/08/3086 Maharashtra Medical Council, 2008.
• Dr. Bharat Shinde is fluent in English, and Hindi.

• Dr. Shrey Kumar Shah is a Neurosurgeon having over 12 years of experience.
• He specialises in treating movement disorders, epilepsy, spondylolisthesis, colloid cyst, subdural hematoma, neurotrauma, as well as sellar, suprasellar, skull base and vascular lesions.
• Dr. Shah did MBBS from BJ Medical College, Pune, in 2012 and then a DNB (General Surgery) from Apollo BGS, Mysore, in 2016.
• Later, he pursued MCh (Neurosurgery) in 2020 and a Postdoctoral Fellowship (Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery) in 2021 from Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology, Kerala.
• He was awarded the second prize in the Young Neurosurgeon Awards at the World Federation of Skull Base Surgery conference in 2021.
• Dr. Shah has been a part of various conferences and authored publications and book chapters.

• Dr. Anurag Sihag is a Neurosurgeon with over 12 years of experience.
• He specialises in neuro-endovascular procedures such as skull base surgery, craniotomy, cranioplasty, burr hole surgery, peripheral nerve surgery, carotid artery stenting, and endoscopic brain surgery.
• Dr. Sihag did his MS in General Surgery from the RNT Medical College, Udaipur in 2016 after completing MBBS from the GMC, Maharashtra in 2012.
• Later, he pursued an MCh in Neurosurgery in 2022.
• He has represented India in Beijing, China, at the World Federation of Neurosurgery Conference in 2019 and is an honorary member of the Neurological Society of India.

Dr. Nilay Shah is a Consultant Neurosurgeon at Shalby Hospital, Surat, and a specialist in Minimally Invasive Brain and Spine Surgery. With over 13 years of medical experience, dedicated to neurosurgery, Dr. Shah has built a reputation for precision and excellence, offering advanced care and renewed hope to patients with complex neurological conditions.

Why Choose Dr. Shah?

• Proven Neurosurgical Expertise: With 13+ years in medicine and neurosurgery, Dr. Shah has a proven track record in treating complex conditions such as brain strokes, brain and spine tumours, vascular anomalies, congenital neurological disorders, and degenerative spine diseases.
• Specialist in Minimally Invasive Procedures: Dr. Shah is well-known for his proficiency in advanced minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques, including endoscopic brain surgeries and neuronavigation-assisted procedures. These approaches ensure enhanced precision, faster recovery times, and reduced surgical risks for patients.
• Pioneering Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery in Surat: Dr. Shah has played a pivotal role in advancing minimally invasive neurosurgical procedures at Shalby Hospital, Surat. His integration of cutting-edge techniques has significantly improved patient outcomes in the region.
• Leader in Patient-Centric Neurosurgical Care: As a leading neurosurgeon, Dr. Shah exemplifies excellence in patient-focused neurological care. His commitment to personalised treatment and continuous surgical innovation is central to his clinical practice.
• Award-Winning Dedication: Dr. Shah’s commitment to advancing neurosurgery was honoured with the prestigious President NBEMS Gold Medal in 2022, highlighting his outstanding contributions to medical excellence.

Dr. Puneet Kant Arora is a renowned Neurosurgeon, famous for his expertise in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Endoscopic Brain Surgery, and complex neuro-oncology. He has over 15 years of dedicated experience. He is at the forefront of innovative neurosurgical treatments. He offers renewed hope and significantly improves the quality of life for patients with complex brain and spine conditions.

Why Choose Dr. Arora?

• Expert in Complex Brain & Spine Surgery: Dr. Arora skillfully diagnoses and treats complex conditions, including brain tumors, skull-base tumors, and severe head & spine injuries, performing intricate surgeries with precision and care.
• Pioneer in Minimally Invasive & Functional Neurosurgery: He is highly skilled in advanced Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeries and Endoscopic Brain Surgery. His expertise also includes Functional Neurosurgery techniques, such as Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and Vagus Nerve Stimulation.
• Comprehensive Neurosurgical Care & Diagnostic Excellence: Dr. Arora's expertise encompasses the full spectrum of neurosurgical care, ranging from managing complex hydrocephalus and spasticity in children (Pediatric Neurosurgery) to treating vascular conditions such as aneurysms, ensuring a holistic and integrated treatment plan.
• Academic Leader with Elite Training: He completed his MBBS from Rajasthan University of Health Sciences in 2010 and an MCh in Neuro Surgery from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University in 2018. He also holds an MS in General Surgery from Baba Farid University of Health Sciences in 2013.

• For 6+ years, Dr. Arunkumar Karthikayan has been a practising Neurosurgeon.
• He specializes in Advanced Endoscopic Skull & Vascular Surgery, Ventriculoperitoneal & Thecoperitoneal Shunts, Decompressive Craniectomy, Supratentorial Meningiomas, Low Grade & High-Grade Gliomas and Temporal Lobectomy.
• He is an expert in open and advanced Endoscopic Skull Base and Vascular Neurosurgery.
• He is a member of the Indian Medical Society and the Indian Medical Association.
• Dr. Arunkumar Karthikayan has completed his MBBS and MS (General Surgery) from the JIPMER, Pondicherry, India.
• He obtained his M.Ch (Neurosurgery) from the Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute of Medical Sciences and Technology, Trivandrum.
• He is the author of various papers and publications.
• Dr. Arunkumar Karthikayan is well-versed in Tamil and English.

• Dr Ajaya Nand Jha is one of the most skilled & respected neuro surgeon in India.
• With an experience of over 33 years, he is a pioneer in getting Intra-Operative MRI technology for brain tumour surgeries in India.
• He is recognised nationally & internationally for his expertise in performing tumour surgeries, operated in Brain lab with use of ALA dye for precision of tumour removal & cerebrovascular surgery.
• Completing his MBBS from the famous Armed Force Medical College, Pune, he did his Surgical Neurology from Manchester, UK.
• Dr Jha is an important member of British Medical Association, Society of British Neurological Surgeons, Manchester Medical Services, Congress of Neurological Surgeons (USA), and International Stereotactic Radiosurgery Society (USA).
• He is the president of Delhi Neurological Association & Indian Society of Cerebrovascular Surgery.

• Presently working as the Head of Spine Surgery department at Max Smart Super Specialty Hospital, Saket City, New Delhi
• Performed all kinds of cranial and spinal surgeries such as Microsurgical excision of brain tumours ,Transspenoidal pituitary surgery, Intracranial aneurysm surgery, Neuroendoscopic surgery, Microdiscectomy.
• Expertise includes Spinal Tumors, Spinal Stabilization, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Cervical Disc Replacement and Kyphoplasty with excellent outcomes.
• Awarded the Vishishth Seva Medal by the President of India

• Dr. Sanjeev Srivastava is a neurosurgeon with 14+ years of experience.
• He completed MBBS from Bundelkhand University, Jhansi, DNB in General Surgery from National Board of Examinations, New Delhi and DNB in Neurosurgery from National Board of Examinations, New Delhi.
• His areas of expertise include treatment for seizures, loss of sensation, migraine, paralysis, epilepsy, stroke, brain tumor, Alzheimer's, sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease and memory disorders treatment.
• He completed his MBBS from Bundelkhand University, Jhansi, DNB in General Surgery from National Board of Examinations, New Delhi and DNB in Neurosurgery from National Board of Examinations, New Delhi.
• Dr. Sanjeev completed his MRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh.

• Dr. Rahul Gupta is a well-known Neurosurgeon with over 20 years of experience.
• He is proficient in managing complex brain and spine trauma cases and has performed more than 10,000 Neurosurgical procedures with a high success rate. 
• His areas of expertise include Minimally Invasive Brain and Spine Surgery, Endoscopic Skull base Surgery, Endovascular Neuro Surgery, (complex Brain Tumor and Neurovascular Surgery) and Paediatric Neurosurgery. 
• After being trained at Government Medical College, Rohtak and PGIMER, Chandigarh, he worked as a teaching faculty member in the department of Neurosurgery at PGIMER, Chandigarh and GB Pant Hospital, New Delhi, for eight years.
• Dr. Rahul has been trained for the use of Fluorescence (5-ALA) in malignant glioma surgery in Graz, Austria and for Functional Neurosurgery in Amsterdam, Holland.
• He has published about 55 articles and presented many papers at national and international conferences.
• In 2011, he received the Prestigious Sugita Scholarship at Nagoya University of Medical Science, Japan.

• Dr. Ravi Kumar is a well-known Neurosurgeon.
• He has been practicing for the past 10 years and has gained proficient skills and knowledge.
• His areas of expertise are Brain Tumor Surgery, Skull Base Surgery, Deep Brain Stimulation, Peripheral Nerve Surgery, Gamma Knife Radiosurgery, Brain Tumor Resection, etc.
• Dr. Ravi did his MBBS in 2004 and after this, he did MS in General Surgery in 2009 from Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences, India.
• He also did an MCh in Neurosurgery from Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences, India, in 2013.
• He also gained a Fellowship in Endoscopic Spine Surgery from France.
• He is an active member of the Neurological Society of India. 

• Dr Dilip Kiyawat is a prominent Neurosurgeon with over 40 years of professional experience and knowledge.
• He specialises in Cerebrovascular Surgery, Spine Surgery, Peripheral Neurosurgery, Brain Tumor Surgery, and Neurosurgery.
• He is a member of the Maharashtra Medical Council and the Indian Medical Association.
• Dr Dilip Kiyawat studied MBBS (1973) at the MGM Institute of Health Science, Bombay.
• He studied MCh (1980) at the King Edward Memorial Hospital and Seth Gordhandas Sunderdas Medical College, Mumbai.
• Dr Dilip Kiyawat has articles and publications under his name.