Best Neurologists & Neurosurgeons in India

• Dr. S S Nandi is a well-known Neurologist with 23 years of experience.
• Dr. Nandi Specializes in acute stroke management, post-stroke rehabilitation and botox treatment for patients with dystonias, blepharospasm, hemifacial spasms and post-stroke spasticity.
• He has a rich experience of managing a vast number of stroke patients in previous hospitals.
• The doctor was instrumental in establishing the JCI approved stroke management protocol.
• His other areas of interest are headache management, movement disorders and white matter disease (multiple sclerosis).
• Dr. Nandi has presented many papers at National Neurology conferences and delivered guest lecturers at various medical forums.
• He is a teacher of post-graduation and Co-Guide for DNB in family medicine.
• Dr. Nandi is associated with the Indian Academy of Neurology (IAN), Neurological Society Of India (NSI), Indian Medical Association(IMA), Indian Epilepsy Association (IEA), Critical Care Society of India and Alzheimer Related Disorder Society of India ( ARDSI).

• Dr. Abhaya Kumar is a renowned Neurosurgeon with 20+ experience.
• His expertise lies in Brain Tumour Surgery, Minimal Invasive Spine Surgery, Trigeminal Neuralgia Surgery, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, Paediatric Neurosurgery, Craniovertebral Junction abnormalities, Epilepsy, Head injury, Pituitary tumors, Subarachnoid hemorrhage, Pediatric brain tumors, Hydrocephalus, Minimal Invasive Spine Surgery, Spine tumors, Spinal Dysraphism, and Trigeminal Neuralgia.
• Dr. Kumar completed his MBBS from the prestigious Bangalore University, India followed by DNB from the well known National Board of Examinations, New Delhi. Later, he did FRCS in General Surgery from the renowned Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. Under his credit, there are both national and international publications and he is actively invited as a guest speaker in scientific meetings, CME's, Wolrwdide conferences to talk about brain tumor surgeries.
• Efficiently handled more than 5000+ cases, out of which 2200 were Spine and 2800 were braincases. He is one of the few neurosurgeons who have expertise in treating both Brain and Spine cases and has operated over 1500+ Minimal Invasive spine cases successfully.

• Dr. Ashok Singhal has 16+ years of experience in handling patients with neurological problems.
• His special area of interests is a stroke (thrombolytic therapy), neuromuscular disorders and electrophysiology (ENMG).
• In 2005, he was awarded with Dr. Anisiya Vasant Memorial award at Nimhans for his exceptional work.
• He is an active member of Indian Academy of Neurology, Bangalore neurological society and Indian epilepsy association and an associate member of international headache society.
• He did his MBBS from Sardar Patel Medical College in 1998 then MD - General Medicine - Sawai Mansingh Medical College, Jaipur (SMS College) in 2001 and DM - Neurology - National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) in 2005.
• He can be followed on his LinkedIn profile.

• Dr. Chander M Malhothra is a reputed General Physician & Neurosurgeon in India, practicing successfully for more than 25+ years.
• He is an esteemed member of the Neurological Society of India (NSI), Delhi Medical Co (DMC), etc.
• His expertise lies in treating Brain infection, Pediatric Neurosurgery, Paralysis, Peripheral Nerve, Minimally invasive neurosurgery, Neurovascular surgery, etc.
• Dr. Malhotra has completed his MBBS, MS, MCh - Neuro Surgery from University of Lucknow.
• He has written numerable journals for national and international publications.

• Dr. Deepak S Malhotra is a leading Neurosurgeon with +15 years of experience in performing surgeries for advanced neurological conditions.
• He holds professional memberships of the All Indian Surgeon's Association and the Urological Society of India.
• Dr. Malhotra completed his graduation from Gujarat University in 1999, followed by MS in 2001 and M.Ch in 2005. He was awarded an ECFMG certification, Fellowship in Uro-gynecology and Neuro-urology from Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New York. 
• He holds the distinction of being the first and only neurosurgeon in Gujarat to perform External Carotid artery – Middle Cerebral artery, Superficial Temporal artery- Middle Cerebral artery bypass for Moyamoya disease. He has also performed an endoscopic removal of third ventricular tumor (colloid cyst), CP angle epidermoids.
• Additionally, he is also the first neurosurgeon in the state to start minimally invasive neurosurgeries, do maximum cases of endoscopic third ventriculostomy (+70 cases ), do endoscopic assisted Microvascular decompression for Trigeminal neuralgias, chairi malformation (only 25 mm skin incision), do posterior fixation with custom made titanium screw & rod (way back in 2006), when no Indian made implants were available.
• He is the only member (as Assistant Professor) in a committee of distinguished neurosurgeons (Professors & Head) formed for establishing AIIMS like centres in India under Pradhan Mantri Swastha Seva Yojna scheme. 
• Dr. Malhotra was chosen by Hon’ble Health minister to prepare pilot project for establishing a dedicated neuroscience centre, the plan for which has been submitted.
• An expert neurosurgeon, he is known to perform, laminectomy and offering treatment for other neurological conditions such as, foot drop, carotid body tumour embolization, petrosal sinus sampling, head & neck tumour embolization, spinal and cerebral tumor embolization, brain arteriovenous fistula embolization, brain dural arteriovenous fistula embolization, brain aneurysm coiling and carotid cavernous fistula treatment.
• He has co-authored several research publications for reputed journals. 

• Dr. Mathura Prasad Mahato has 15 years of expertise in the field of Paediatrics.
• Besides Paediatrics, Dr Mahato specialises in Developmental Paediatrics and Paediatrics Neurology. 
• He has a P.G. Diploma in Development Neurology and MD in Paediatrics.
• He is a member of the Indian Academy of Paediatrics, Association of Child Neurology (AOCN), Association of Development Paediatrics, Indian Medical Association, and National Neonatology Forum of India.
• He has 4 publications to his credit.
• Dr. Mahato speaks Arabic, Bengali, Bangla, English, and Hindi.

• Dr. Mishal Johny is a leading and experienced Neurosurgeon with special interest in procedures of the brain and the spine. He has been practicing for +15 years.
• After completing his MBBS from the Government Medical College, Kozhikode, he did MS General Surgery and MCh in Neurosurgery from Govt Medical College, Kottayam. 
• Dr. Johny then completed his clinical observership from Pauline Braanthen Institute of Neurosciences, Cleveland clinic, Florida. He then completed his training for Intraoperative angiogram and tumor fluorescence from Regensburg University Germany.
• He is a skilled neurosurgeon, known for performing key-hole surgeries for brain and spine (tumours and discs), skull base surgery, surgery for intracranial aneurysms, microvascular decompression surgery for trigeminal neuralgia. He also treats brain and spine tumour, brain and spine injury and neurocritical care.  
• Dr. Johny has a keen interest in neuro-critical care of patients with severe disease of brain and spine. He has been handling operative and non-operative management of neurotrauma patients (brain and spine surgery). 

• Dr. Prashant Makhija is a renowned Neurologist with an experience of nearly 12 years.
• He specializes in treating conditions such as ADHD, fibromyalgia, insomnia, and procedures such as VP shunt, deep brain stimulation, neurotomy, and many others.
• He received the Young Investigator Award at the 10th World Stroke Congress 2016, Hyderabad.
• He also got Budur Krishna Murthy Silver Jubilee Conference Award and NIMHANS Internship Award in 2017.
• Dr. Prashant completed his MBBS in 2004 from Jiwaji University Gwalior and MD in General Medicine from Awadesh Pratap Singh University in 2008.
• He also did DM in Neurology from University of Delhi in 2014.

• Dr. R T S Naik is among the renowned Neurosurgeons and Spine Surgeons practicing for more than 38 years.
• Dr. Naik is renowned for treating head and spine surgeries, minimally-invasive spine surgeries, pediatric neurosurgery, and image-guided surgeries. He also performs liquid biopsy for the diagnosis of tumors and neuro endoscopy.
• After completing his MBBS in 1996 from  Nagarjuna University, he pursued MS from Bangalore University in 1991 and M.Ch in 1995 from the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS).
• He is a member of National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), 1995 of the Neurological Society of India and the AP Neuro Scientist Association and the Twin Cities Neuroclub.

• Dr. Rajan Kumar is a well-qualified Neurosurgeon. 
• He has more than 8 years of experience as a Specialist.
• He has achieved his MBBS degree from Ranchi University in 2005 followed by MS in General Surgery from Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University, Raipur in 2009. 

• Dr. Sanjay Mongia is a Neurosurgeon with 14+ experience.
• He is well trained in stereotactic, functional, and gamma knife surgery and efficiently handles Neuro Endoscopy, Epilepsy Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Neuro-Oncology, Neurotrauma, and Functional Neurosurgery.
• Persuaded his MBBS, MS, MCh in neurosurgery followed by FAIS from the association of surgeon of India. During his course, he learned ample medical and surgical specialties. 
• He received the prestigious Preston Robb Fellowship in Functional Neurosurgery at the Montreal Neurological Institute, Montreal, Canada, International College of Surgeons (ICS) Fellowship in Gamma Knife surgery at Na Homolce Hospital, Prague, Czech Republic, and Lars Leksell Fellowship in Gamma Knife Surgery at UPMC Pittsburgh, USA.

Dr. Santhosh N. U is a distinguished Consultant Neurosurgeon & Endovascular Neurosurgeon with over 18 years of experience, committed to delivering top-tier medical care. With a special interest in Endovascular Neurosurgery and numerous successful complex brain and spine surgeries, he has established a reputation for precision and excellence in the field.

Why Choose Dr. Santhosh N. U?

• Extensive Surgical Expertise: With 18+ years of experience, Dr. Santhosh N. U has a proven track record in treating cerebrovascular diseases, brain and spine disorders, paediatric brain tumours, hydrocephalus, and traumatic brain injury.
• Advanced Techniques & Specialised Expertise: He is known for minimally invasive Endovascular procedures, including mechanical thrombectomy in acute stroke, aneurysm coiling, AVM embolisation, tumour embolisation, carotico cavernous fistula and Pial AV fistula embolisation, and carotid angioplasty and stenting. His expertise extends to effectively managing spinal vascular malformations.
• Pioneer in Endovascular Neurosurgery: Dr. Santhosh N. U secured a prestigious Fellowship in Endovascular Neurosurgery from Zurich, Switzerland, under the guidance of Prof. Valavanis, making him one of the few neurosurgeons in India with extensive experience in this advanced subspeciality.
• Leader in Academic Excellence: He completed his MCh in Neurosurgery as a University topper from KEM Hospital Mumbai, where he also served as an Assistant Professor, working alongside Prof. Atul Goel.
• Award-Winning Excellence: Dr. Santhosh N. U has been recognised with prestigious achievements, including being a University topper in MCh Neurosurgery and holding a Fellowship in Interventional Neuroradiology from Zurich, showcasing his commitment to advancing neurosurgical care.