Best Neurologists & Neurosurgeons in Chennai, India

• Dr. Sadan Palande is a Neurosurgeon with 23+ years of experience.
• He is a member of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), The Neurological Society of India (NSI), Trauma Society, Skull Base, and Spinal Society.
• He has publications under his name in various national journals.
• Along with speaking English, Dr. Sadan Palande is also an affluent Tamil, Marathi, and Hindi Speaker.

• Dr K.V. Karthikeyan is a skilled Neurosurgeon who has been practising in the medical field for about 16 years.
• His special interests are Endoscopic Neurosurgery, Micro-Neurosurgery, and Vascular Neurosurgery.
• He is one of the few Neurosurgeons in Chennai to perform more than 50 trans-sphenoidal and 30 vascular neuro-surgeries.
• He is well-trained in using highly specialised biomedical equipment such as the LEICA OH4 and PENTURO800. 
• He also dedicates his time to teaching upcoming Neurosurgeons and mentoring them. In addition, he conducts several CME (Continuing Medical Education) programs for Medical Professionals.
• Dr Karthikeyan often travels around to give lectures at both national and international conferences; he helps in organising international Neurosurgery Conferences across India.
• Being an internationally recognised researcher, his articles have been published both in national and international indexed journals.
• He is a member of the Indian Medical Association (IMA), Neurological Society of India, Neurovascon, and the Tamil Nadu Neurosurgeons Association. 

• Dr S Balamurugan is a renowned and skilled Neurosurgeon with +15 years of experience in the field of surgeries for advanced neurological conditions.
• He holds professional memberships of the Neurological Society of India(NSI) as a lifetime member, the Neurotrauma Society of India(NTSI), the Cerebrovascular Society Of India, the Neuro Endoscopy Society of India and the Skull Base Surgery Society of India (SBSSI). 
• Dr. Balamurugan graduated in 1997 from Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU) and did M.Ch from Madras Medical College in 2008. He has completed an FNS from Japan too.
• Besides being known for laminectomy, he also performs spine surgery, brain tumour surgery, neuro endoscopic surgery, cerebro vascular surgery, comprehensive care for brain and spine trauma, cerebrovascular surgery, peripheral neuro surgery, brain aneurysm treatment, AVM surgery, skullbase surgery and pediatric neurosurgery.
• During his modest career span, he has operated on +2,000 patients for various neurosurgical conditions.

• Dr. Anusha D is a renowned Neurologist practicing for more than 14 years.
• She specializes in Vertigo Treatment, Epilepsy Treatment, Migraine Treatment, Dementia Treatment, and many more.
• After completing medical school in 2007, she pursued MD in Pediatrics from PGIMER, Chandigarh in 2011 followed by DNB in Pediatrics.
• She has been associated with various organizations including the Indian Academy of Neurology, Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP), American Academy of Neurology - AAN, Movement Disorder Society, International Headache Society, International Child Neurology Association, and Indian Epilepsy Association (IEA).
• She has been honored with various awards and recognitions.

• Dr. Somasundaram Aadhimoolam Chinnadurai is a well-experienced Neurologist with more than 12 years of experience.
• He holds expertise in the treatment of Migraine, Dementia, Epilepsy, Sleep Disorder, paralysis, and many more.
• After completing medical school in 2009, he pursued MD in General Medicine from Kilpauk Medical College in 2012 followed by DM in Neurology from Madras Medical College in 2016.
• In 2019, he completed his Ph.D. in Neurology from Madras Medical College.
• He has been honored with various awards and recognitions.
• He is actively associated with various organizations including the American Academy of Neurology - AAN, Indian Academy of Neurology, Indian Epilepsy Association (IEA), and Movement Disorder Society Of India.

• Dr. Senthilnathan J is a Neurologist, based in Chennai having 16+ years of experience.
• His expertise lies in Canalith Repositioning (CR), Headache Management, Spinal Disorders, Nerve and Muscle Disorders, Neuromuscular Disorders, Stroke, Acute Spinal Cord Injury, Alzheimer's Disease, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Ataxia, Bell's Palsy, Cerebral Aneurysm, Epilepsy, etc.
• Dr. Senthilnathan has completed his graduation and post-graduation from the reputed Rajah Muthiah medical college. Later, he did DM in Neurology from Madras Medical College, Chennai. He is a member of the Indian Medical Association (IMA) and Indian Academy of Neurology.
• Under his credit, there are numerous national and international publications and he is actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific meetings, CME's, worldwide conferences to talk about Neuromuscular Disorders.

Dr. Vishwaraj Ratha is a distinguished Neurosurgeon with over 16 years of experience. He is dedicated to providing exceptional medical care. He is known for precision and excellence in complex neurological procedures.

Why Choose Dr. Ratha?

• Extensive Surgical Expertise: With 16+ years of experience, Dr. Ratha has a proven track record in treating a wide range of neurological conditions, specialising in epilepsy surgery, endoscopic neurosurgery, neuro-trauma, rehabilitation, and paediatric neurosurgery.
• Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: He is known for his advanced surgical approaches, including neuro-cognitive rehabilitation and neurologic music therapy. His expertise extends to the intricate treatment of Trigeminal Nerve Neuralgia and complex spine surgeries.
• Pioneer in Neurosurgical Innovation: Dr. Ratha was the first in India to introduce Awake Neurosurgery for Trigeminal Nerve Neuralgia, a breakthrough achievement that has significantly benefited patients.
• Leader in Advanced Surgical Monitoring: He played a pivotal role in pioneering the utilisation of the first-of-its-kind real-time intra-operative neuromonitoring in spine surgery, showcasing unparalleled expertise in this advanced technique.
• Award-Winning Excellence: Dr. Ratha has received several prominent honors and accolades during his career, including a Gold Medal in MCh Neurosurgery, the Bombay Neurosciences Academy's Best Neurosurgery Resident Award, and the Professor Hakim Best Ophthalmology Student Award.

• Dr. Ramanujam S is a Neurosurgeon, based in Chennai having an experience of 15+ years.
• His expertise lies in managing patients with neurological and neurosurgical disorders affecting the brain, spine, skull, peripheral nerves, and extra & intracranial vasculature and specializes in Micro-neurosurgery in the sub-specialties of Neuro Traumatology (Brain and spine), Neuro-oncology, Skull-base surgeries, Paediatric Neurosurgery and Spine surgeries.
• Dr. Ramanujam completed his MBBS from the prestigious PSG Institute of medical sciences and research, TNMC, followed by MS General Surgery from Thanjavur Medical College. Later, he did MCh in Neurosurgery from the well known Madras Medical College, TNMC.
• Under his credit, there are numerous national and international publications and he is actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific meetings, CME's, worldwide conferences to talk about Neurosurgical disorders.

• Dr. Selvapandian S is a well-known Neurosurgeon with an experience of more than 21 years.
• He is a member of Neurological Society of India (NSI), Indian Society of Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery,Indian Society of Cerebrovascular Surgery, Asian Conference of Neurological Surgeons, Congress of Neurological Surgeons (USA) and Society for Biotechnologists (India).
• He has expertise in performing all kinds of Neurosurgery such as Brain Arteriovenous Fistula Embolization, Brain Suite, Peripheral Nerve, Vagus Nerve Stimulation (Epilepsy) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Treatment etc.
• He is the recipient of several awards such as Best Paper award for Differentiating Gliosis and Glioma using Acridine Orange – December 1993 and Best Paper award for remarkable recobery following Carotid stenting- September 2006
• He takes a keen interest in research and has published papers in National and International medical journals.

• Dr. Chandrasekar K is a reputed Neurosurgeon in India, practicing successfully for more than 20+ years.
• He is an esteemed member of the Indian Medical Association (IMA) and Fellowship in Cranial base & Cerebrovascular surgery – Washington D.C., the USA, and Fellowship in Neuroendovascular surgery – The Netherlands. 
• His expertise lies in treating various states such as Repair CSF Rhinorrhea, Brain infection, Pediatric Neurosurgery, Paralysis, and Peripheral Nerve.
• Dr. Chandrasekar K has completed his MBBS from Bangalore University in 1989 and MCh - Neuro Surgery from the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) in 1994.

• Dr. Anbuselvam M is a reputed Neurosurgeon in India, practicing successfully for more than 24+ years.
• He is an honored member of the Neurological Society of India, Indian Society of Stereotactic and Functional neurosurgery, Platinum Member AO Spine International, World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies, and Asian Congress of Neurological Surgeons. 
• His expertise lies in treating Head Injury, Spine surgery, Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery.
• He has been awarded the Prof. S. Kalyanaraman Gold Medal for outstanding Neurosurgery student in 1994 and MBBS First Prize in Ophthalmology in 1983.
• Dr. Anbuselvam M has paper publications in various well-known national and international journals.

• Dr. Shankar Balakrishnan is an eminent neurologist with experience of nearly 35 years.
• He has expertise in the treatment of Brain Tumor Surgery, Deep Brain Stimulation, Epilepsy surgery, Brain Suite, and Vagus Nerve Stimulation (Epilepsy).
• He has a keen interest in research & development which leads to various publications of his international as well as national medical journals.
• Dr. Shankar has done STIMO (Stimulation Movement Overground) at MIOT International.
• He has received awards for his incredible achievements in medical sciences.