Dr. Naveen M A
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Dr. Naveen M A

Head of Department and Senior Consultant — Spine Surgery

Neurosurgeon — Spine Surgery

Gleneagles Hospitals Bengaluru, India 19+ Years Experience
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About Dr. Naveen M A

Dr. Naveen M A is the Head of Department and Senior Consultant in Spine Surgery at Gleneagles Hospitals, Bengaluru, bringing 19 years of specialized expertise in neurosurgical care. He holds an MCh in Neurosurgery, combined with fellowships in minimal access surgery and advanced spine techniques completed in Seoul and the USA, positioning him at the forefront of minimally invasive spine surgery in India.

Dr. Naveen's clinical practice encompasses a comprehensive range of spinal pathologies, from cervical and lumbar degenerative disease to complex spinal tumors and deformity correction. He is particularly recognized for his proficiency in endoscopic spine surgery, microdiscectomy, and skull base endoscopy—techniques that allow him to address even intricate neurological conditions through small-incision approaches. His commitment to minimal access methodology has resulted in consistently shorter recovery times and improved functional outcomes for his patients.

International patients from the Gulf states, Africa, and South Asia regularly choose Dr. Naveen for complex spine cases. He is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, ensuring clear communication with patients from diverse backgrounds. His department at Gleneagles manages cases ranging from routine disc herniation to salvage operations for failed prior spine surgery, with particular expertise in cases that other centers deem high-risk.

Gleneagles Hospitals in Bengaluru is recognized for its multispecialty infrastructure, state-of-the-art neurosurgical operating theaters, and dedicated international patient services. The hospital's commitment to advanced imaging (MRI, CT) and intraoperative monitoring makes it an ideal destination for complex spine work. Patients choosing Dr. Naveen benefit from a hospital environment that combines modern surgical technology with compassionate care coordination, ensuring smooth treatment journeys from initial consultation through post-operative rehabilitation and follow-up.

Conditions Treated by Dr. Naveen M A

  • Cervical spondylosis and degenerative disc disease
  • Lumbar disc herniation
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Spinal cord tumors
  • Vertebral body tumors
  • Spinal cord tethering
  • Spinal deformity (scoliosis, kyphosis)
  • Recurrent disc herniation
  • Skull base tumors
  • Syringomyelia

Areas of Interest

  • Spinal Tumor Surgery
  • Cervical Spine Surgery
  • Lumbar Spine Surgery
  • Endoscopic Spine Surgery
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Spinal Fusion Surgery
  • Spinal Deformity Correction
  • Skull Base Endoscopy
  • Minimal Access Brain Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Qualifications

  • MBBS
  • MS
  • MCh (Neuro)
  • FMAS
  • FMISSSeoul, South Korea
  • FASSUSA
  • Fellow, Skull Base EndoscopyUSA

Work Experience

  • Head of Department and Senior Consultant — Spine Surgery at Gleneagles Hospitals, Bengaluru
  • Neurosurgeon specializing in minimal access brain and spine surgery with 19+ years of clinical experience
  • Fellowship training in minimally invasive spine surgery, Seoul, South Korea
  • Fellowship training in advanced spine surgery, USA
  • Fellow in skull base endoscopy, USA

Certifications (7)

  • MBBS

  • MS in General Surgery

  • MCh in Neurosurgery

  • FMAS — Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery

  • FMISS — Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

    Seoul, South Korea

  • FASS — Fellowship in Advanced Spine Surgery

    USA

  • Fellow in Skull Base Endoscopy

    USA

Memberships (0)

    Research Papers & Publications (5)

    Minimally invasive approaches to thoracic spinal tumors: technique and outcomes

    Journal of Neurosurgery: Spine

    Endoscopic discectomy versus open microdiscectomy in lumbar disc herniation: a comparative analysis

    Indian Journal of Neurosurgery

    Skull base endoscopy in complex cranial base pathology: multidisciplinary approach

    Neurosurgical Focus

    Cervical spondylotic myelopathy: outcomes of minimal access fusion techniques

    Spine Surgery and Related Research

    Management of recurrent lumbar disc herniation: endoscopic versus conventional revisional approaches

    Journal of Spine Surgery

    Procedures

    Endoscopic spine surgeryMinimally invasive discectomyCervical fusion surgeryLumbar fusion and instrumentationSpinal tumor resectionSkull base endoscopyMicrodiscectomySpinal deformity correctionLaminectomy and decompressionMinimal access brain surgery

    Frequently Asked Questions

    International patients can easily schedule a consultation with Dr. Naveen M A through Gaf Healthcare's dedicated international patient platform. We offer video consultations, document review, and WhatsApp-based communication in English, Hindi, and Kannada. Patients simply need to provide their medical history and imaging scans, which our team reviews before the appointment to ensure maximum clinical value from the first interaction.