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About Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery doctors in 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.
Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery doctors
FeaturedDr. Bipin Walia
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), M.Ch (Neurosurgery), DNB (Neurosurgery)
Chairman & Head – Neurosurgery & Neurospine · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket New Delhi, India30+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 30+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Chairman & Head of Neurosurgery and Neurospine at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, New Delhi.
- Affiliated with Max Smart Super Speciality Hospital, Saket, and Max Hospital Saket West, providing neurosurgical expertise across the Max Healthcare network.
Expertise & Procedures
- Brain Tumour Surgery
- Endoscopic Brain Surgery
- Craniotomy
- Glioma Surgery
- Meningioma Surgery
Neurosurgeon Experience: 30+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Max Super Speciality Hospital, SaketHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Ganesh Krishna Murthy
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Neurosurgery)
Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
Medicover Hospitals, Whitefield Bengaluru, India37+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 37+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon at Medicover Hospitals, Whitefield, Bengaluru.
- Has held senior neurosurgery positions across leading hospitals in Bengaluru over a career spanning more than three decades.
Expertise & Procedures
- Brain Tumour Surgery
- Glioma Surgery
- Meningioma Surgery
- Craniotomy
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
Neurosurgeon Experience: 37+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medicover Hospitals, Whitefield
Dr. Gowtham Raman S
MBBS, DNB (Neurosurgery)
Consultant, Brain & Spine Surgery · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road Bengaluru, India10+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 10+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Consultant, Brain & Spine Surgery at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru.
- Accumulated 10+ years of clinical and surgical experience managing complex brain and spine conditions.
Expertise & Procedures
- Brain Tumour Surgery
- Craniotomy
- Brain Aneurysm Clipping
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Surgery
- Spinal Disc Surgery
Neurosurgeon Experience: 10+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Krishna Chaitanya N
MBBS, MS (Master of Surgery), M.Ch (Neurosurgery)
Consultant Neurosurgeon, Neurosurgery · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road Bengaluru, India16+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 16+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Serving as Consultant Neurosurgeon at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru — his primary base of practice.
- Built a focused clinical practice in brain tumor surgery, endoscopic neurosurgery, and cranial procedures over 16+ years.
Expertise & Procedures
- Brain Tumor Surgery
- Meningioma Surgery
- Glioma Surgery
- Endoscopic Brain Surgery
- Craniotomy
Neurosurgeon Experience: 16+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Mayur Gharat
MBBS, DNB (General Surgery), MCh (Neurosurgery)
Consultant Neurosurgeon & Interventional Neurology Specialist · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
Gleneagles Hospital, Parel Mumbai, India13+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 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.
Expertise & Procedures
- Brain Tumor Surgery
- Endoscopic Brain Surgery
- Craniotomy
- Brain Aneurysm Clipping
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Surgery
Neurosurgeon Experience: 13+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles Hospital, Parel
Dr. Naren Nayak
MBBS, MS, MCh (Neurosurgery), Fellowship in Stereotaxy and Functional Neurosurgery
Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai Mumbai, India11+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 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.
Expertise & Procedures
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
- Brain Tumor Surgery
- Craniotomy
- Acoustic Neuroma / Vestibular Schwannoma Surgery
- Stereotactic Neurosurgery
Neurosurgeon Experience: 11+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Gleneagles Hospital, MumbaiHospital accreditation: NABH, JCI
Dr. Raghav Singla
MCh in Neurosurgery, MBBS
Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
Paras Hospitals, Gurugram Gurugram, India14+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 14+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery at Paras Hospitals, Gurugram.
- Has built over 14 years of progressive clinical experience in neurosurgery across brain and spine conditions.
Expertise & Procedures
- Endoscopic Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumour Removal and Resection
- Skull Base Tumour Surgery
- Brain Aneurysm Clipping
- Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Surgery
Neurosurgeon Experience: 14+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Paras Hospitals, GurugramHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
Dr. Siddharth Mittal
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), M.Ch (Neurosurgery)
Senior Consultant, Neuro Surgery & Neuro Spine · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital New Delhi, India10+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 10+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Senior Consultant in Neuro Surgery & Neuro Spine at BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi.
- Has spent over 10 years building clinical expertise across complex neurosurgical and neuro spine conditions.
Expertise & Procedures
- Brain Tumour Surgery
- Endoscopic Brain Surgery
- Pituitary Tumour Surgery
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
- Craniotomy
Neurosurgeon Experience: 10+ YearsHospital Affiliation: BLK-Max Super Speciality HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Sundeep V K
MBBS, MS (Master of Surgery), MCh in Neurosurgery
Consultant, Neurosurgery · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road Bengaluru, India10+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 10+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Consultant Neurosurgeon at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru.
- Built over 10 years of clinical and surgical experience managing a wide range of cranial and spinal neurosurgical conditions.
Expertise & Procedures
- Brain Tumor Surgery
- Endoscopic Brain Surgery
- Meningioma Surgery
- Craniotomy
- Skull Base Surgery
Neurosurgeon Experience: 10+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Hospitals where these doctors practise
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$8,500
Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket
Est. 2005
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Endoscopic Skull Base SurgeryNeurosurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery
3.8
49 reviews
539+
Beds
21+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Bangalore, IndiaStarting from$8,500
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road
Est. 2007
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Endoscopic Skull Base SurgeryNeurosurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiology
3+
Doctors for Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery
4.2
25 reviews
250+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Parel, Mumbai, IndiaStarting from$8,500
Gleneagles Global Hospitals (Global Hospitals)
Est. 1996
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationJCI — Joint Commission International accreditation
Endoscopic Skull Base SurgeryNeurosurgeryLiver TransplantCardiac Surgery
1+
Doctors for Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery
4.6
183 reviews
450+
Beds
30+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$8,500
Paras Hospitals
Est. 2006
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Endoscopic Skull Base SurgeryNeurosurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery
4.4
59 reviews
300+
Beds
20+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$8,500
BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital
Est. 1959
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Endoscopic Skull Base SurgeryNeurosurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery
3.8
48 reviews
650+
Beds
67+
Years Since Founded
Why consider treatment in India?
Many international patients consider India for skull base tumors 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 Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery?
Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery is a minimally invasive neurosurgical technique used to remove tumors and lesions located at the base of the skull, such as pituitary adenomas, meningiomas, chordomas, and craniopharyngiomas, by accessing them through the nose and sinuses using a high-definition endoscope. It avoids traditional open craniotomy incisions, resulting in less trauma to the brain, shorter hospital stays, and faster recovery. The procedure is performed by a combined team of neurosurgeons and ENT skull base surgeons in specialized centers.
Who may be considered?
Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery 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 fully endoscopic technique performed through the nostrils without external incisions, commonly used for pituitary tumors and midline anterior skull base lesions.
2 approaches available for this procedure:
Standard Endoscopic Endonasal Approach (EEA)
Most PopularA fully endoscopic technique performed through the nostrils without external incisions, commonly used for pituitary tumors and midline anterior skull base lesions.
Comprehensive Investigations
Estimated cost: $400 - $1,200
Contrast-enhanced MRI Brain/Skull Base, CT Paranasal Sinuses, Hormonal Panel (for pituitary lesions), CBC, Coagulation Profile, ECG, Ophthalmology & Visual Field Assessment, ENT Endoscopic Nasal Evaluation
Treatment / Procedure Estimate
Estimated cost in India: $8,500 - $14,000
Stay in India
Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~1-2 days
Hospitalisation: ~4-6 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~2-4 weeks recommended
Total stay: approx 7-10 days
Usually Included in Hospital Package
- Pre-anesthesia evaluation
- Surgeon, neuro-anesthetist and ENT team fees
- Neuro-navigation and endoscopic equipment usage
- ICU/HDU monitoring post-surgery
- Standard room stay and nursing care
- Routine post-op imaging (CT/MRI)
Usually Not Included
- Hospital stay beyond package duration
- Histopathology and specialized biomarker testing
- Radiotherapy or Gamma Knife (if required later)
- International travel and visa costs
- Long-term hormone replacement medications
Recovery and follow-up
Most patients resume light activities within 2-3 weeks, with nasal packing removal and endoscopic sinus cleaning done during follow-up visits; hormonal and imaging follow-up is typically scheduled at 3 and 6 months post-surgery.
Risks
Potential risks include cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak, meningitis, nasal bleeding, hormonal imbalance, and rarely vision or cranial nerve injury, all of which are minimized through advanced navigation and multilayer skull base reconstruction.
Alternatives
Alternatives include traditional open craniotomy for very large or laterally extending tumors, stereotactic radiosurgery (Gamma Knife/CyberKnife) for small or residual lesions, and in select cases, close observation with periodic imaging for slow-growing benign tumors.
What we need to prepare a formal estimate
Share whatever you have — the care team will confirm the final checklist after reviewing your case.
Reports required
- Recent contrast-enhanced MRI Brain/Skull Base (DICOM CD)
- CT scan of paranasal sinuses and skull base
- Histopathology report (if biopsy already done)
- Hormonal/endocrine test results (for pituitary lesions)
- Visual field and ophthalmology examination report
- Previous surgical or radiotherapy records, if any
- Current medication list and comorbidity details
- Recent CBC and kidney/liver function tests
Patient information needed
- Age and full medical history
- Presenting symptoms (headache, vision changes, hormonal issues)
- Tumor size, location and extent from imaging
- History of prior nasal, sinus or brain surgery
- Known allergies and current medications
- History of diabetes, hypertension or bleeding disorders
- Passport copy and preferred travel dates
- Name of attendant/caregiver accompanying the patient
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.
How this directory is built
Doctors are matched using the specialty, location, condition (Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery) and procedure (Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery) recorded in their profiles. Inclusion is not an endorsement and does not guarantee a treatment outcome.
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Common questions
FAQs about Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery in India
What is Skull Base Tumors?
A skull base tumor is a growth—benign or malignant—arising in or around the complex bony floor of the skull that forms the base of the brain cavity, an anatomically challenging area that houses major nerves and blood vessels.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Skull Base Tumors?
Symptoms vary considerably depending on the tumor's location and size, but may include persistent headaches, facial numbness or weakness, double or blurred vision, hearing loss or tinnitus, difficulty swallowing, hoarseness, or loss of smell. Some tumors grow slowly and produce minimal symptoms for years, while others cause rapid neurological deterioration. The presence or absence of these symptoms alone is not sufficient to confirm or rule out a skull base tumor—formal clinical and radiological evaluation is required.
How is Skull Base Tumors diagnosed?
Diagnosis typically begins with a detailed neurological history and physical examination, followed by high-resolution MRI of the brain and skull base, often with contrast enhancement, and sometimes CT scanning to assess bony involvement. Additional studies such as MR angiography, PET-CT, audiological testing, or endocrine blood panels may be ordered depending on suspected tumor type—for example, pituitary tumors often require hormonal profiling. Tissue biopsy or surgical sampling may be necessary for definitive histological classification, which directly guides treatment planning.
How is Skull Base Tumors treated?
Treatment is highly individualized and depends on the tumor type, size, location, growth rate, and the patient's overall health and neurological status. Options range from active surveillance with serial imaging for small, slow-growing benign tumors to surgery (open skull base surgery or minimally invasive endoscopic approaches), stereotactic radiosurgery, fractionated radiotherapy, chemotherapy, or combinations of these modalities for malignant or aggressive lesions. A multidisciplinary team review is standard practice for complex cases, and no single approach is appropriate for every patient.
Can Skull Base Tumors be treated without a procedure?
For small, asymptomatic, or slow-growing benign tumors—such as certain meningiomas or vestibular schwannomas—a strategy of watchful waiting with periodic MRI surveillance is a legitimate and widely used option. Stereotactic radiosurgery (such as Gamma Knife or CyberKnife) and conventional or proton-beam radiotherapy offer non-operative treatment alternatives for selected tumors that are not surgically accessible or where surgery carries prohibitive risk. Malignant skull base tumors, however, generally require a combination of surgery, radiation, and sometimes systemic chemotherapy, and rarely have a meaningful management pathway that avoids all procedural intervention.
When is Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery considered for Skull Base Tumors?
Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery 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 Skull Base Tumors?
Skull base tumors are typically evaluated and managed by a neurosurgeon with subspecialty training in skull base surgery, often working alongside a head and neck or otolaryngological (ENT) surgeon, a neuro-oncologist, and a radiation oncologist as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team. Endocrine involvement may also require an endocrinologist, particularly for pituitary-region tumors.
How do I choose a doctor for Skull Base Tumors?
When selecting a specialist or centre, look for a neurosurgeon or skull base surgical team with documented experience in both open and endoscopic skull base procedures, affiliation with a hospital that has intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring and a dedicated neuro-intensive care unit, and access to a tumour board for multidisciplinary review. Clear communication about expected follow-up intervals, rehabilitation support, and what happens if the tumor recurs or progresses is equally important to consider.
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.