10 neurosurgery specialists are listed in our India network in Mumbai, at 3 hospitals, with 10–41 years of listed experience among them.
This page lists the neurosurgery doctors in our directory for Mumbai, India, drawn from hospitals including Wockhardt Hospital, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals). Each listing links through to the doctor's full profile page.
Why Choose Mumbai, India for Neurosurgery?
Mumbai, India is one of GAF Healthcare's listed hubs for neurosurgery, with 10 specialists across 3 hospitals in our directory, offering 10–41 years of listed experience among them.
Of the hospitals listed here, 2 hold JCI (Joint Commission International) accreditation, and 2 hold NABH accreditation — recognised international and national benchmarks for hospital patient-safety and clinical-quality standards. Published patient guides on this site put typical India treatment costs at roughly 60–80% less than equivalent care in the US, UK or Gulf.
As with every doctor and hospital you find through GAF Healthcare, choosing Mumbai, India comes with our own coordination support: a single itemised quote, visa and travel arrangements, and a language-speaking companion where needed — see "How GAF Healthcare assists" below.
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FeaturedDr. Suresh Sankhla
- 41+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Senior Consultant in Neurosurgery at Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai (Parel).
- Previously held neurosurgical positions at Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences, Mumbai.
- Endoscopic Brain Surgery
- Skull Base Tumor Surgery
- Brain Tumor Surgery
- Glioma Surgery
- Meningioma Surgery

Dr. Nitin Dange
- 25+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Consultant Neurosurgeon at Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai — current role, managing complex cranial and spinal cases.
- Consultant Neurosurgeon at Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai — serving one of the city's premier private hospitals.
- Brain Tumor Surgery
- Brain Aneurysm Clipping
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Surgery
- Skull Base Tumor Surgery
- Craniotomy

Dr. Dattatray Mazumdar
- 23+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery — Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai
- Associated with KEM Hospital, Mumbai — active participant in the epilepsy surgery program and neuro-oncology tumor board
- Epilepsy Surgery with Intraoperative Electrocorticography
- Brain Tumor Surgery
- Glioma Surgery
- Meningioma Surgery
- Skull Base Tumor Surgery

Dr. Abhidha Shah
- 22+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Consultant, Neurosurgery at Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, managing complex brain and skull base cases.
- Founded the Bombay Skull Base Society, fostering regional collaboration in advanced neurosurgical care.
- Brain Tumor Surgery
- Skull Base Tumor Surgery
- Glioma Surgery
- Meningioma Surgery
- Pituitary Tumor Surgery

Dr. Harish R Naik
- 15+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Senior Consultant in Neurosurgery at Medicover Hospital, Navi Mumbai, a NABH-accredited tertiary care centre.
- Completed advanced training in Deep Brain Stimulation and Functional Neurosurgery at King's College Hospital, London, in February 2018.
- Brain Tumor Removal and Resection
- Pituitary Tumor Surgery
- Brain Aneurysm Clipping
- Endoscopic Brain Surgery
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)

Dr. Kushal Bhatia
- 14+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Consultant Neurosurgeon in the Neurosurgery Department at Gleneagles Hospital, Parel, Mumbai.
- Served as Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at Seth GS Medical College & KEM Hospital, Mumbai, contributing to surgical training and academic research.
- Skull Base Tumor Surgery
- Craniotomy
- Brain Aneurysm Clipping
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Surgery
- Epilepsy Surgery

Dr. Dharav Kheradia
- 13+ years of experience in Neuro and Vascular Interventional Radiologist
- Consultant, Neuro and Vascular Interventional Radiology, Wockhardt Hospital, Mumbai — Present
- Specialist practice at Wockhardt Hospitals, South Mumbai and Mumbai Central locations
- Intracranial aneurysm coiling
- Arteriovenous malformation embolization
- Mechanical thrombectomy
- Carotid artery stenting
- Flow diverter placement

Dr. Mayur Gharat
- 13+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Consultant Neurosurgeon and Interventional Neurology Specialist at Gleneagles Hospital, Parel, Mumbai.
- Established practice as a Hybrid Neurosurgeon performing both open and endovascular procedures across brain, spine, and vascular neurology.
- Brain Tumor Surgery
- Endoscopic Brain Surgery
- Craniotomy
- Brain Aneurysm Clipping
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Surgery

Dr. Naren Nayak
- 11+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery — Gleneagles Hospital, Parel, Mumbai (current role).
- Co-founded the Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Program at Gleneagles Hospital, Parel, in 2015, alongside Dr. Pankaj Agarwal, successfully treating patients with Parkinson's disease, essential tremor, and dystonia.
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
- Brain Tumor Surgery
- Craniotomy
- Acoustic Neuroma / Vestibular Schwannoma Surgery
- Stereotactic Neurosurgery

Dr. Manish Baldia
- 10+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Consultant Functional Neurosurgeon in the Department of Neurosurgery at Wockhardt Hospitals, South Mumbai – Mumbai Central.
- Has treated over 3,500 patients across a range of complex neurological and neurosurgical conditions over a 10+ year career.
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
- Epilepsy Surgery
- Craniotomy
- Microvascular Decompression (for Trigeminal Neuralgia)
- Peripheral Nerve Surgery
How we selected these doctors
A doctor appears on this page when their listed specialty maps to Neurosurgery in Mumbai, India. Doctors are not ranked by a proprietary "best" score — the order follows years of listed experience (highest first), the same field shown on each doctor's profile. This page does not display aggregate star ratings.
Leading Hospitals for Neurosurgery in Mumbai, India
How to Select the Best Doctor for Neurosurgery in Mumbai, India?
Choosing the right neurosurgery surgeon is one of the most important decisions in your treatment journey. A few factors are worth weighing before you decide:
Experience and Expertise
Look for a surgeon with a strong track record in neurosurgery specifically, not just general surgery. Years of listed experience — shown on every profile below — is a reasonable starting point.
Specialization
Neurosurgery covers a wide range of procedures, from routine endoscopic work to complex organ transplants. Check that the doctor's listed procedures (see "Procedures in neurosurgery" below) actually match the treatment you need.
Hospital Affiliation
The hospital matters as much as the surgeon. Look for an accredited centre with a dedicated gastroenterology/HPB (hepatopancreatobiliary) unit, ICU support, and experience treating international patients — see "Hospitals where these doctors operate" below.
Communication and Second Opinions
You should be able to get clear answers about your case before committing to travel. Ask for a written second opinion on your reports, in a language you're comfortable in, before you decide.
Transparent Costs
Ask for an itemised, all-inclusive estimate — surgeon's fee, hospital charges and stay — before you travel, so there are no surprises once treatment begins. Our cost calculator (linked below) gives a starting estimate.
How GAF Healthcare Assists in Choosing the Best Doctor for Neurosurgery in Mumbai, India
Discover the Top Doctors for Neurosurgery in Mumbai, India
This page lists 10 neurosurgery specialists across 3 hospitals in Mumbai, India, so you can compare experience and hospital affiliation in one place.
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Share your medical reports with us on WhatsApp or email. Our medical team reviews them and comes back with a recommended doctor, hospital and treatment plan for your case.
Transparent, All-Inclusive Costs
We provide a single, itemised quote covering the doctor's fee, hospital charges and stay — no hidden fees, and there's no charge for requesting an estimate. Use our cost calculator alongside this page for a first estimate.
Visa, Travel and Stay Coordination
Once you choose a doctor, we help arrange the medical visa invitation letter, hotel or serviced-apartment booking near the hospital, airport pickup and transport to your appointments.
On-the-Ground and Language Support
A dedicated, language-speaking companion can accompany you to appointments, and our team stays in touch after you return home to check on your recovery.
Curious what treatment might cost for your case? Use our cost calculator for a personalized estimate.
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