
Dr. Abhay Nene
Senior Consultant — Spine Surgery
Spine Surgeon
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About Dr. Abhay Nene
Dr. Abhay Nene is a Senior Consultant in Spine Surgery at Gleneagles Hospital, Parel, Mumbai, with over 31 years of dedicated experience in the field. He holds an M.B.B.S. and M.S. in Orthopedics from the University of Bombay, complemented by a Spine Foundation Fellowship and specialized training through the prestigious ASSI-Dartmouth Spine Fellowship at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in New Hampshire, USA. This international exposure has shaped his comprehensive approach to complex spinal conditions.
Dr. Nene's clinical expertise spans the full spectrum of spine surgery, from minimally invasive techniques such as endoscopic microdiscectomy and vertebroplasty to major reconstructive procedures including spinal deformity correction, spinal tumor surgery, and disc replacement. He is proficient in contemporary approaches like computer-navigated spine surgery and growing rod techniques with rib expansion. His work encompasses cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine pathology, as well as spinal trauma and revision cases. The breadth of his surgical volume and technical skill is reflected in his numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals including the European Spine Journal and Asian Spine Journal.
International patients form an important part of Dr. Nene's practice. He treats patients from across the Gulf region, Africa, and South Asian countries, leveraging his fluency in English, Hindi, and Marathi to ensure clear communication and cultural sensitivity. Patients appreciate his methodical consultation process, detailed surgical planning, and commitment to personalized care regardless of their geographic origin.
Gleneagles Hospital, Parel, is one of Mumbai's premier multispecialty tertiary care centers, equipped with state-of-the-art operating theaters, advanced imaging facilities, and dedicated ICU support. The hospital's international patient services team facilitates smooth coordination for overseas visitors, handling everything from visa support to post-operative follow-up. International patients benefit from the hospital's NABH accreditation and established protocols for complex spine care.
For medical tourists seeking spine surgery in India, Dr. Nene's combination of decades of experience, advanced technical skills, fellowship training in the USA, and patient-centered approach makes him an excellent choice. Gleneagles Hospital's location in Mumbai offers excellent international connectivity and a robust medical tourism infrastructure.
Conditions Treated by Dr. Abhay Nene
- Spinal deformity and scoliosis
- Spinal tumors and cancer
- Cervical spine disorders
- Lumbar disc herniation
- Spinal cord compression
- Vertebral fractures and osteoporosis
- Spinal infections and tuberculosis
- Spinal trauma and injuries
- Degenerative disc disease
- Spinal stenosis
- Revision spine surgery
Areas of Interest
- Spinal Deformity Correction
- Spinal Tumor Surgery
- Cervical Spine Surgery
- Disc Replacement Surgery
- Microdiscectomy
- Vertebroplasty/Kyphoplasty
- Spinal Fusion Surgery
- Thoracic Spine Surgery
- Lumbar Spine Surgery
- Revision Spine Surgery
- Spinal Trauma Surgery
Qualifications
- MBBS — University of Bombay, 1995
- MS (Orthopedics) — University of Bombay, 1998
- Spine Foundation Fellowship — , 2000–2001
- ASSI-Dartmouth Spine Fellowship — Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, New Hampshire, USA, 2006
Work Experience
- Senior Consultant – Spine Surgery, Gleneagles Hospital, Parel, Mumbai
- Consultant Spine Surgeon, Wockhardt Hospital, Mumbai
- Spine Surgeon, Hinduja Surgical Specialty Hospital, Mumbai
- Spine Surgeon, Sportsmed Hospitals, Mumbai
- Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, B.J. Wadia Children's Hospital, Mumbai
Certifications (6)
MBBS
University of Bombay — 1995
MS (Orthopedics)
University of Bombay — 1998
Spine Foundation Fellowship
Spine Foundation — 2001
ASSI-Dartmouth Spine Fellowship
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, New Hampshire, USA — 2006
International ISSLS Spine Fellow Award
International Society for the Study of Lumbar Spine (ISSLS), Cleveland, Ohio, USA — 2002
Scoliosis Research Society Scholarship
Scoliosis Research Society, Buenos Aires, Argentina — 2004
Memberships (0)
Research Papers & Publications (3)
Predictors of kyphotic deformity in osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures: a radiological study
European Spine Journal — 2014
Non-surgical management of cord compression in tuberculosis: a series of surprises
Asian Spine Journal — 2014
De-novo XDR Tuberculosis Spine in a 3-year-old Girl
Journal of Global Infectious Diseases — 2014
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Frequently Asked Questions
International patients can reach out to Gaf Healthcare to schedule a consultation with Dr. Nene. We offer video consultations for initial assessment, WhatsApp-based document review, and pre-operative planning. Once you contact us, our team will arrange the appointment, guide you through pre-consultation preparations, and coordinate all administrative details to ensure a smooth experience from booking through treatment.
