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About Traumatic Brain Injury Surgery doctors in India
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Traumatic Brain Injury Surgery doctors
FeaturedDr. Aditya Singh Bhati
MBBS, DNB (Neurosurgery), MNAMS (Member, National Academy of Medical Sciences), Fellowship in Neuroendoscopy
Specialist, Neurosurgery · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India22+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 22+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Specialist in Neurosurgery at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi — one of India's leading tertiary care centres.
- Has spent over 22 years building expertise across the full spectrum of neurosurgical and spinal conditions, from routine decompressions to complex skull base and tumor resections.
Expertise & Procedures
- Craniotomy for Brain Tumor Resection
- Endoscopic Brain Surgery
- Pituitary Tumor Surgery (Endoscopic Transsphenoidal)
- Skull Base Tumor Surgery
- Meningioma Surgery
Neurosurgeon Experience: 22+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Chander M Malhothra
MBBS, MS, MCh (Neurosurgery)
Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India25+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 25+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Senior Consultant in Neurosurgery at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi.
- Has been part of the Apollo Hospitals network, one of India's premier multispecialty healthcare groups, contributing to its neurosciences program.
Expertise & Procedures
- Brain Tumor Surgery
- Meningioma Surgery
- Skull Base Tumor Surgery
- Pituitary Tumor Surgery
- Craniotomy
Neurosurgeon Experience: 25+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Kishor Rao
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Neurosurgery)
Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road Bengaluru, India17+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 17+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently practicing as Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road and Seshadripuram, Bengaluru.
- Has held senior neurosurgery positions across multiple leading hospitals in Bengaluru over a career spanning 17+ years.
Expertise & Procedures
- Brain Tumor Resection (Craniotomy)
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Implantation
- Epilepsy Surgery
- Endoscopic Skull Base Tumor Surgery
- Pituitary Tumor Surgery (Neuroendoscopic)
Neurosurgeon Experience: 17+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta RoadHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Pranav Kumar
MBBS, MS (Master of Surgery), MCh (Neurosurgery)
Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India27+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 27+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi.
- Has practiced advanced neurosurgery within the Apollo Hospitals network, Delhi, for a significant part of his career.
Expertise & Procedures
- Brain Tumor Surgery
- Skull Base Tumor Surgery
- Pituitary Tumor Surgery
- Acoustic Neuroma / Vestibular Schwannoma Surgery
- Meningioma Surgery
Neurosurgeon Experience: 27+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
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. Ravi Sharma
MBBS, MCh (Neurosurgery)
Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
Paras Hospitals Gurugram, India15+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 15+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery — Paras Hospitals, Gurugram (current)
- Faculty, Department of Neurosurgery — All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi (former)
Expertise & Procedures
- Brain Tumor Removal / Resection
- Skull Base Tumor Surgery
- Craniotomy
- Endoscopic Brain Surgery
- Pituitary Tumor Surgery
Neurosurgeon Experience: 15+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Paras HospitalsHospital accreditation: NABH, NABL
Dr. Rishabh Kedia
MBBS, MS (Neurosurgery)
Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
Medanta – The Medicity Gurugram, India20+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 20+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery, at Medanta Institute of Neurosciences, Medanta – The Medicity, Gurugram.
- Appointed Quality Champion at Medanta Institute of Neurosciences, leading patient safety and care quality initiatives.
Expertise & Procedures
- Brain Tumour Removal and Resection
- Glioma Surgery
- Meningioma Surgery
- Skull Base Tumour Surgery
- Endoscopic Brain Surgery
Neurosurgeon Experience: 20+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Medanta – The MedicityHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Dr. Sogani Shani Kumar
MBBS, MS (Master of Surgery), MCh (Neurosurgery)
Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery · Specialty: Neurosurgeon
Indraprastha Apollo Hospital New Delhi, India35+ Years experience
Why consider this doctor?
- 35+ years of experience in Neurosurgeon
- Currently serving as Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, New Delhi — one of India's leading tertiary-care centres.
- Built a 35+ year career focused on complex neurosurgical procedures spanning brain tumors, vascular conditions, spinal disorders, and pediatric neurosurgery.
Expertise & Procedures
- Brain Tumor Removal & Resection
- Skull Base Tumor Surgery
- Pituitary Tumor Surgery
- Glioma Surgery
- Meningioma Surgery
Neurosurgeon Experience: 35+ YearsHospital Affiliation: Indraprastha Apollo HospitalHospital accreditation: JCI, NABH
Hospitals where these doctors practise
🇮🇳 New Delhi, IndiaStarting from$3,500
Apollo Hospitals
Est. 1983
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Traumatic Brain Injury SurgeryNeurosurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiology
4+
Doctors for Traumatic Brain Injury Surgery
4.9
1240 reviews
1000+
Beds
43+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Bangalore, IndiaStarting from$3,500
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road
Est. 2007
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Traumatic Brain Injury SurgeryNeurosurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Traumatic Brain Injury Surgery
4.2
25 reviews
250+
Beds
19+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$3,500
Paras Hospitals
Est. 2006
NABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditationNABL — National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories accreditation
Traumatic Brain Injury SurgeryNeurosurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiology
2+
Doctors for Traumatic Brain Injury Surgery
4.4
59 reviews
300+
Beds
20+
Years Since Founded
🇮🇳 Gurgaon, IndiaStarting from$3,500
Medanta - The Medicity
Est. 2009
JCI — Joint Commission International accreditationNABH — National Accreditation Board for Hospitals & Healthcare Providers accreditation
Traumatic Brain Injury SurgeryNeurosurgeryCardiac SurgeryCardiology
1+
Doctors for Traumatic Brain Injury Surgery
4.9
2150 reviews
1600+
Beds
17+
Years Since Founded
Why consider treatment in India?
Many international patients consider India for traumatic brain injury 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 Traumatic Brain Injury Surgery?
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Surgery refers to a range of emergency and planned neurosurgical procedures performed to relieve pressure on the brain, remove blood clots, and repair skull or brain damage caused by head trauma. It is typically required after road accidents, falls, or sports injuries when imaging shows bleeding, swelling, or skull fractures compressing brain tissue. The goal of surgery is to prevent secondary brain damage, preserve neurological function, and stabilize the patient for further recovery and rehabilitation.
Who may be considered?
Traumatic Brain Injury 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 section of the skull is temporarily removed to allow a swollen, injured brain to expand safely, reducing life-threatening intracranial pressure.
3 approaches available for this procedure:
Decompressive Craniectomy
Emergency ProcedureA section of the skull is temporarily removed to allow a swollen, injured brain to expand safely, reducing life-threatening intracranial pressure.
Comprehensive Investigations
Estimated cost: $300 - $900
Emergency CT Brain, CT Angiography, CBC, Coagulation Profile, Blood Grouping & Cross-matching, Electrolytes, Renal Function Test, ECG
Treatment / Procedure Estimate
Estimated cost in India: $5,500 - $10,500
Stay in India
Pre-procedure stay (outside hospital): ~0-1 days (emergency)
Hospitalisation: ~10-15 days
Recovery period (outside hospital): ~60-90 days recommended
Total stay: approx 12-16 days
Usually Included in Hospital Package
- ICU stay with ventilator support
- Neurosurgeon and neuro-anesthetist fees
- Operation theatre and implant/craniectomy kit charges
- Post-operative CT scans
- Standard nursing and hospital stay
Usually Not Included
- Cranioplasty (skull reconstruction) surgery, done later
- Long-term rehabilitation and physiotherapy
- Airfare, visa and accommodation for attendants
- Prolonged ICU stay beyond standard package if complications arise
Recovery and follow-up
Recovery involves a period of intensive neuro-monitoring followed by gradual mobilization, with many patients requiring structured neuro-rehabilitation, physiotherapy, and cognitive therapy for weeks to months depending on injury severity. Regular follow-up CT scans and neurosurgeon reviews are essential to monitor healing and, if applicable, plan a later cranioplasty.
Risks
As with any major neurosurgical intervention, risks include infection, bleeding, seizures, cerebrospinal fluid leakage, and varying degrees of permanent neurological deficit depending on the extent of the original brain injury. There is also a risk that despite surgery, some functional impairment may remain due to the initial trauma itself.
Alternatives
In select cases of mild TBI without significant mass effect, close observation with serial imaging and medical management of intracranial pressure may be sufficient without surgery. However, when imaging shows significant hematoma, midline shift, or dangerously elevated intracranial pressure, surgical intervention is usually the only effective option to prevent irreversible brain damage.
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
- Latest CT Brain / CT Angiography images and radiology report
- MRI Brain report, if performed
- Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) score at admission and current status
- Emergency room / trauma admission notes
- Current medication list and ICU flowsheets, if applicable
- Coagulation profile and CBC reports
- Any prior neurosurgical or head injury history
- List of current comorbidities (diabetes, hypertension, cardiac conditions)
Patient information needed
- Full name, age, and nationality of the patient
- Current level of consciousness and neurological status
- Mechanism and date/time of injury
- Whether the patient is currently ventilated or breathing independently
- Any known allergies, especially to anesthesia or contrast dye
- Name and contact details of the accompanying attendant/family member
- Insurance or payment method for treatment
- Details of any prior surgeries or hospitalizations
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 (Traumatic Brain Injury Surgery) and procedure (Traumatic Brain Injury 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 Traumatic Brain Injury Surgery in India
What is Traumatic Brain Injury?
Traumatic brain injury is damage to the brain caused by an external physical force, such as a fall, road traffic accident, sports impact, or assault, which temporarily or permanently alters brain structure or function. Severity ranges from mild concussion to severe, life-threatening injury.
What are the symptoms and health risks of Traumatic Brain Injury?
Symptoms vary widely by severity and may include headache, confusion, memory problems, dizziness, nausea, loss of consciousness, slurred speech, limb weakness, visual disturbances, personality or mood changes, and, in serious cases, seizures or coma. Mild TBI (concussion) can present with subtle symptoms that fluctuate over days or weeks, while severe TBI may involve prolonged unconsciousness or focal neurological deficits. The presence or absence of any particular symptom is not sufficient to establish a diagnosis or determine severity — a formal clinical assessment is always required.
How is Traumatic Brain Injury diagnosed?
TBI is assessed using a combination of injury history, neurological examination, and the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS), a standardised tool that scores eye opening, verbal response, and motor response to classify injury as mild (GCS 13–15), moderate (GCS 9–12), or severe (GCS 3–8). CT scanning of the brain is typically the first-line imaging investigation, particularly in the acute setting, to identify bleeding, skull fractures, cerebral oedema, or contusions; MRI may be used for more detailed assessment, especially in subacute or chronic presentations. Additional investigations such as neuropsychological testing, intracranial pressure monitoring, or specialist neurophysiology studies may be recommended depending on the clinical picture.
How is Traumatic Brain Injury treated?
Treatment approach depends on injury severity, the presence of intracranial complications, and the patient's overall clinical condition, and must be determined through individual assessment by a qualified clinician. Mild TBI is often managed conservatively with rest, symptom monitoring, graduated return to activity, and regular follow-up, while moderate-to-severe TBI may require intensive medical management including measures to control intracranial pressure, prevent secondary brain injury, and support vital functions. When imaging reveals surgically significant findings — such as a large haematoma, depressed skull fracture, or refractory raised intracranial pressure — neurosurgical intervention such as haematoma evacuation, decompressive craniectomy, or intracranial pressure monitoring device placement may be indicated.
Can Traumatic Brain Injury be treated without a procedure?
Many cases of mild and some cases of moderate TBI are managed entirely without surgery, through a structured programme of physical and cognitive rest, pain and symptom management, seizure prophylaxis where appropriate, and rehabilitation therapies including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, and neuropsychological support. Even when surgery is performed, non-surgical rehabilitation remains a critical part of recovery and long-term outcome. Whether a non-surgical pathway is appropriate depends entirely on the individual findings at assessment.
When is Traumatic Brain Injury Surgery considered for Traumatic Brain Injury?
Traumatic Brain Injury 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 Traumatic Brain Injury?
TBI is typically evaluated and managed by a neurosurgeon in the acute and surgical phase, often working alongside a neurologist, neuro-intensivist or intensive care specialist, and rehabilitation medicine physician. Multidisciplinary input from neuropsychologists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and speech and language therapists is standard for ongoing recovery.
How do I choose a doctor for Traumatic Brain Injury?
When comparing providers, consider the neurosurgeon's and centre's documented experience with both emergency and elective TBI surgery, access to a dedicated neuro-intensive care unit, availability of advanced imaging, and the quality of the multidisciplinary rehabilitation programme offered alongside surgical care. Continuity of follow-up — including neurological review and access to rehabilitation services after discharge — is particularly important for this condition.
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.