Dr. Shivakumar S Kupanur

About Dr. Shivakumar S Kupanur

Dr. Shivakumar S Kupanur is a distinguished and one of the best neurosurgeons of India with expertise in brain tumors, spinal disorders, and functional neurosurgery. He has successfully performed over 3,000 complex neurosurgical and spinal procedures, including awake craniotomies for eloquent brain regions, stereotactic surgeries, and minimally invasive spine operations.

OPD Schedule Of Dr. Shivakumar S Kupanur

Consultation Fees Rs. N/A /-

Sparsh Hospital (Yeshwanthpur) Bangalore

MON 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

TUE 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

WED 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

THU 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

FRI 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

SAT 08:00 AM - 08:00 PM

Medical Degrees:

MBBS – Mysore University, 1996
DNB (Neurosurgery) – Manipal Institute for Neurological Disorders, Bangalore, 2006

Fellowships & Special Training:

Fellowship in minimally invasive spine surgery – France
Specialized training in vascular neurosurgery and complex spine surgery

Certifications & Accreditations:

Life Member – Neurological Society of India & Bangalore Neurological Society
Associate Member – American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) & AO Spine

Major Conditions Treated:

Brain & spinal tumors
Degenerative spine diseases
Vascular disorders (aneurysms, AVMs)
Epilepsy, functional hemispheric disorders
Neurotrauma, spinal injuries

Sub‑specialties:

Awake craniotomy for eloquent cortex
Stereotactic & functional neurosurgery
Minimally invasive spine surgery
Vascular neurosurgery
Radiosurgery (Gamma Knife/CyberKnife)

Advanced Procedures Performed:

Craniotomies, tumor resections
Awake craniotomies, ETV, VP shunts
Microdiscectomy, laminectomy, spinal fusion, vertebroplasty
Deep brain stimulation
Stereotactic radiosurgery

Current Role:

Head of Neuroscience – Sparsh Super Specialty Hospital, Yeshwanthpur

Previous Affiliations:

Consultant Neurosurgeon – BGS Global Hospital, Sagar Hospital, Manipal Hospital
Department Head – Sapthagiri Super Speciality Hospital

Sparshian Award for Best Contribution – Sparsh Hospital
B.C. Roy Award – IMA Bangalore
Kalyana Karnataka Award – Healthcare Excellence

Active contributor to neurosurgical research with multiple papers and CME/journal presentations in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery.

“Intracranial Rosai–Dorfman Disease Involving the Meninges: Report of a Rare Case”

Notable Cases Handled:

Spinal and brain tumor resections
Awake surgeries in eloquent brain regions
Complex spine corrections

Patient Feedback:“Performed a complex spinal surgery… life-changing results.”“Guided through a brain tumour with clarity and compassion.” “Thorough diagnosis and surgery helped my chronic back pain.”

Patient‑Centered Care: Prioritizes communication, empathy, and shared decision-making
Technology & Innovation: Expertise in awake craniotomy, functional mapping, and minimally invasive techniques
Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Works with oncology, rehab, radiology, pediatrics, and pain management teams

Treatment Type	Cost Range Estimate (INR)	Cost Range Estimate (USD)
Brain Tumor Surgery / Craniotomy	200,000 – 800,000	2,395 – 9,583
Spine Surgery (fusion, decompression)	150,000 – 600,000	1,796 – 7,185
Awake / Functional Neurosurgery	250,000 – 900,000	2,994 – 10,793

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