Dr. Abhay Nene
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Dr. Abhay Nene

Senior Consultant — Spine Surgery

Spine Surgeon

Gleneagles Hospital Mumbai, India 31+ Years Experience
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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

  • MBBSUniversity of Bombay, 1995
  • MS (Orthopedics)University of Bombay, 1998
  • Spine Foundation Fellowship, 2000–2001
  • ASSI-Dartmouth Spine FellowshipDartmouth-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 Journal2014

    Non-surgical management of cord compression in tuberculosis: a series of surprises

    Asian Spine Journal2014

    De-novo XDR Tuberculosis Spine in a 3-year-old Girl

    Journal of Global Infectious Diseases2014

    Procedures

    Spinal deformity correction and scoliosis surgerySpinal tumor resection and reconstructionCervical spine fusion and instrumentationLumbar disc replacement surgery Microdiscectomy and endoscopic spine surgeryVertebroplasty and kyphoplastySpinal fusion for degenerative disc diseaseOccipital-cervical spine surgeryComputer-navigated spine surgeryRevision and complex spine reconstruction

    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.