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Best Orthopedic Specialists for Laminectomy And Decompression in Mumbai, India

This page lists 3 laminectomy and decompression doctors in Mumbai, India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

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This page lists 3 laminectomy and decompression doctors in Mumbai, India. Review each doctor's experience, specialty and hospital, then contact our care team for help with the next step.

About Laminectomy and Decompression doctors in Mumbai, India

This directory is based on doctors currently listed in GAF Healthcare's registry. Clinical suitability varies by patient; a doctor should review your history and investigations before any treatment decision.

Laminectomy and Decompression doctors

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Dr. Agnivesh Tikoo

MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics), DNB (Orthopaedics), Fellowship in Spine Surgery, AO Spine Fellowship, Fellowship in Complex Spine Surgery, Fellowship, Fellowship
Consultant Spine Surgeon · Specialty: Spine Surgeon
Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai Mumbai, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 15+ years of experience in Spine Surgeon
  • Consultant Spine Surgeon, Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai, Present
  • Fellowship in Spine Surgery, Indian Spinal Injuries Centre, New Delhi
Expertise & Procedures
  • Spinal Fusion Surgery (Anterior, Posterior, Lateral)
  • Minimally Invasive Discectomy
  • Endoscopic Spine Surgery
  • Spinal Deformity Correction
  • Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty
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Spine Surgeon Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Navi MumbaiHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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Dr. Uday Pawar

MBBS, D Ortho, DNB, Spine Fellowship, Assistant Dartmouth Spine Fellow, Visiting Spine Surgeon
Consultant Spine Surgeon · Specialty: Spine Surgeon
Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai Mumbai, India13+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 13+ years of experience in Spine Surgeon
  • Consultant Spine Surgeon, Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai — Present
  • Visiting Spine Surgeon, SRH Klinikum, Germany
Expertise & Procedures
  • Cervical spine fusion
  • Lumbar discectomy and microdiscectomy
  • Laminectomy and decompression
  • Spinal deformity correction
  • Anterior and posterior spinal fusion
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Spine Surgeon Experience: 13+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles Hospital, MumbaiHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
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Dr. Manoj Jain

MBBS, MS, National Fellowship in Spine, Adult Reconstructive Fellowship, Spine Fellowship
Senior Consultant — Orthopedics · Specialty: Orthopedic and Spine Surgeon
Gleneagles Hospital Mumbai, India18+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
  • 18+ years of experience in Orthopedic and Spine Surgeon
  • Senior Consultant — Orthopedic & Spine Surgery, Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai — Present
  • Spine Surgeon (Emergency Spine Care Team), Australia — Fellowship placement
Expertise & Procedures
  • Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF)
  • Posterior lumbar interbody fusion (PLIF)
  • Transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion (TLIF)
  • Total knee arthroplasty (TKA)
  • Revision knee arthroplasty
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Orthopedic and Spine Surgeon Experience: 18+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles HospitalHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
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Hospitals where these doctors practise

Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)🇮🇳 Parel, Mumbai, India
Starting from$5,500

Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)

Est. 1996
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Laminectomy and DecompressionOrthopedicsLiver TransplantCardiac Surgery
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Dr. Uday PawarDr. Manoj Jain
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Why consider treatment in India?

Many international patients consider India for spinal stenosis treatment for several reasons, including:

More affordable estimates

Competitive indicative costs compared with many other countries, for similar clinical standards.

Internationally accredited hospitals

Hospitals experienced in treating international patients.

Experienced specialists

Doctors who regularly manage similar cases.

Care coordination support

A team to help with planning, medical translation and follow-up.

About the Procedure

What is Laminectomy and Decompression?

Laminectomy and decompression is a spinal surgery that removes part or all of the lamina (bony arch of the vertebra) along with any thickened ligament or bone spurs to relieve pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots. It is most commonly performed to treat lumbar or cervical spinal stenosis causing back pain, leg pain, numbness, or weakness that has not responded to conservative treatment. The goal is to create more space within the spinal canal to reduce nerve compression and improve mobility.

Who may be considered?

Laminectomy and Decompression may be considered after a qualified specialist reviews your reports and medical history. Suitability varies from person to person and must be assessed by your treating doctor.

How does it work?

A standard open surgical approach using a midline incision to directly access and remove the lamina and compressive tissue, suitable for multi-level or severe stenosis.

2 approaches available for this procedure:

Traditional Open Laminectomy

Widely Performed

A standard open surgical approach using a midline incision to directly access and remove the lamina and compressive tissue, suitable for multi-level or severe stenosis.

Comprehensive Investigations

Estimated cost: $300 - $600

MRI spine, CT scan, X-ray (flexion/extension views), CBC, coagulation profile, ECG, nerve conduction study (if indicated)

Treatment / Procedure Estimate

Estimated cost in India: $5,500 - $8,500

Stay in India

Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~1-2 days
Hospitalisation: ~3-5 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~2-4 weeks recommended
Total stay: approx 2-3 weeks

Usually Included in Hospital Package

  • Surgeon and anesthetist fees
  • Operating room and standard implants (if needed)
  • Hospital stay in standard room
  • Post-operative physiotherapy sessions
  • Routine post-op medications during stay

Usually Not Included

  • International and local travel
  • Airport transfers and hotel accommodation for attendants
  • Advanced implants or spinal instrumentation if required
  • Post-discharge medications and follow-up MRI
  • Visa and travel insurance

Recovery and follow-up

Most patients begin walking within 24-48 hours after surgery and are advised to avoid heavy lifting and bending for 4-6 weeks, with a structured physiotherapy program to restore strength and mobility. Follow-up visits with imaging are typically scheduled at 2 weeks, 6 weeks, and 3 months post-surgery.

Risks

Potential risks include infection, bleeding, dural tear with cerebrospinal fluid leak, nerve injury, recurrent stenosis, and, in rare cases, spinal instability requiring fusion. Overall complication rates are low when performed by experienced spine surgeons in accredited hospitals.

Alternatives

Non-surgical alternatives include physiotherapy, epidural steroid injections, and pain management medications, which may provide temporary relief for mild to moderate stenosis. In select cases, minimally invasive spacer devices or interspinous process decompression may be considered instead of full laminectomy.

What we need to prepare a formal estimate

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Reports required

  • Recent MRI of the affected spinal region (within 3-6 months)
  • CT scan of the spine, if available
  • X-rays including flexion/extension views
  • Detailed neurological examination report
  • Prior conservative treatment history (physiotherapy, injections, medications)
  • Bone density (DEXA) report if over 60 or osteoporosis suspected
  • List of current medications and comorbidities
  • Cardiac clearance report if history of heart disease

Patient information needed

  • Age and body weight/BMI
  • Exact level(s) and severity of spinal stenosis
  • Duration and progression of symptoms (pain, numbness, weakness)
  • History of previous spine surgery, if any
  • Any bladder/bowel dysfunction or signs of cauda equina syndrome
  • Chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, or osteoporosis
  • Blood thinner or anticoagulant use
  • Smoking status

Costs shown are indicative planning estimates based on typical pricing across leading Indian hospitals. They are not a quote — actual pricing depends on your case complexity, hospital choice, and length of stay. Share your reports for a personalized estimate.

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How this directory is built

Doctors are matched using the specialty, location, condition (Laminectomy and Decompression) and procedure (Laminectomy and Decompression) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.

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Common questions

FAQs about Laminectomy and Decompression in Mumbai, India

What is Spinal Stenosis?
Spinal stenosis is the abnormal narrowing of the spinal canal or nerve-root channels, most often caused by age-related degenerative changes such as bone spur formation, thickened ligaments, or disc degeneration, which reduce the space available for the spinal cord and exiting nerve roots.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Spinal Stenosis?
Common symptoms include pain, aching, or cramping in the back, buttocks, or legs that typically worsens with standing or walking and improves with sitting or bending forward (a pattern sometimes called neurogenic claudication), as well as numbness, tingling, or weakness in the arms or legs depending on which region of the spine is affected. In more advanced cases, people may notice difficulty with balance, reduced walking tolerance, or, in serious situations, loss of bladder or bowel function. Experiencing these symptoms does not confirm a diagnosis of spinal stenosis, as several other conditions can produce similar presentations.
How is Spinal Stenosis diagnosed?
Diagnosis typically begins with a detailed clinical history and a neurological examination assessing reflexes, muscle strength, sensation, and gait. MRI is the preferred imaging modality because it clearly shows soft-tissue structures, the degree of canal narrowing, and nerve compression; CT myelography may be used when MRI is contraindicated. Clinicians often describe stenosis severity as mild, moderate, or severe based on the degree of canal or foraminal narrowing seen on imaging combined with the functional impact on the patient, and electromyography (EMG) or nerve conduction studies may be added to clarify the extent of nerve involvement.
How is Spinal Stenosis treated?
Treatment decisions depend on the severity of symptoms, the degree of anatomical narrowing, and the patient's overall health and functional goals, and must be guided by a qualified specialist following individual assessment. Mild-to-moderate cases are frequently managed initially with non-surgical approaches, while persistent or severe neurological symptoms—particularly any loss of bladder or bowel control—often indicate a need for surgical intervention such as spinal decompression, laminectomy, or minimally invasive spine surgery. No treatment plan should be assumed appropriate without a personalised evaluation.
Can Spinal Stenosis be treated without a procedure?
Non-surgical management is a meaningful and often first-line option for many patients, and may include structured physical therapy to strengthen core and paraspinal muscles, activity modification, anti-inflammatory or analgesic medications, and epidural steroid injections to reduce nerve inflammation and improve function. These approaches aim to relieve symptoms and maintain mobility, though they do not reverse the underlying structural narrowing and may be insufficient for patients with progressive neurological deficits or severe functional limitation.
When is Laminectomy and Decompression considered for Spinal Stenosis?
Laminectomy and Decompression may be considered only when it is appropriate for the confirmed diagnosis and the expected benefit outweighs the individual risks. The decision may depend on symptom severity, investigation results, previous treatment, overall health and the patient's goals. A specialist should discuss alternatives and recovery before any procedure is planned.
Which doctor treats Spinal Stenosis?
Spinal stenosis is typically evaluated and managed by a neurosurgeon or an orthopaedic spine surgeon; in the earlier stages or for ongoing non-surgical care, a spine-specialised physiatrist (rehabilitation medicine physician) or a pain management specialist may also be closely involved in the care team.
How do I choose a doctor for Spinal Stenosis?
When selecting a specialist, it is worth comparing their documented experience with spinal decompression procedures relevant to your level and type of stenosis, their access to advanced intraoperative imaging or neuromonitoring, the availability of a multidisciplinary team including rehabilitation professionals, and their approach to structured post-operative follow-up and long-term monitoring.
What documents do international patients need to share for a medical evaluation?
Share a concise medical summary, symptom timeline, previous diagnoses, investigation and imaging reports, procedure or biopsy reports where relevant, current medicines, allergies and related treatment records. Provide clear copies with translations when needed. The reviewing doctor may request additional information before giving an opinion.
How does GAF Healthcare help international patients plan treatment in India?
Our care coordination team can review the initial information, help identify suitable doctors and hospitals, request a medical opinion where available, explain next steps and indicative cost information, and support practical planning before travel. A remote opinion does not replace an in-person examination or emergency care.
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