S. L. Raheja Hospital, Mumbai – India
About Dr. Darpan Thakre
Dr. Darpan Thakre is a Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon, Neurologist and Paediatric Neurologist in Mumbai, India, with over 17 years of clinical experience. He is renowned for performing complex brain and spine surgeries, with a particular focus on minimally invasive skull base and paediatric neurosurgery, and is consistently rated for ethical, evidence-based practice.
- 17+ years of experience in neurosurgery and clinical neurology
- Performed 5,000+ complex brain and spine surgeries
- Gold Medallist in Anatomy & Biochemistry; University Topper, MBBS 1st year
- 98% patient recommendation rate from verified reviews
- Active member, Bombay Neurological Association, NSI, CNS (USA), and Dandy Walkers Society (USA)
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Government Medical College, Dhule, Maharashtra, India, 1998
- MS (General Surgery) — Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences, Mumbai, India, 2005
- DNB (Neurosurgery) — Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Medical Sciences (SSIHMS), Bengaluru, India, 2012
Fellowships & Special Training
- MNAMS (Member of National Academy of Medical Sciences) — Neurosurgery, 2010
- Advanced training at NIMHANS, Bengaluru, India
- Sub-specialty training in minimally invasive skull base and paediatric neurosurgery
Certifications & Accreditations
- Maharashtra Medical Council Registration No. 2000010009 (2000)
- MNAMS — National Academy of Medical Sciences, India
- Life Member — Neurological Society of India and Bombay Neurological Association
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Brain Tumours
- Spinal Tumours and Trauma
- Cerebral Aneurysms and AVMs
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Slipped Disc and Cervical/Lumbar Spine Disease
- Paediatric Neurosurgical Conditions
- Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders
- Stroke and Brain Haemorrhage
- Spasticity and Neuro-Rehabilitation
- Hydrocephalus
Sub-specialties
- Minimally Invasive Skull Base Surgery: Endoscopic and microscopic approaches to skull base lesions — a sought-after neurosurgeon specialist in Mumbai, India for complex cranial cases.
- Paediatric Neurosurgery: Treatment of congenital brain and spine anomalies, paediatric tumours, and hydrocephalus.
- Functional & Stereotactic Neurosurgery: Deep Brain Stimulation, stereotaxy, and surgery for movement disorders.
- Vascular Neurosurgery: Aneurysm clipping and AVM management.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Microsurgical Brain Tumour Resection
- Aneurysm Clipping and AVM Surgery
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's Disease
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery and Spinal Instrumentation
- Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery
- Microvascular Decompression for Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Paediatric Hydrocephalus Shunting
- Brain Suite-Guided Image Navigation Surgery
List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Darpan Thakre can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Krish Neuro Clinic, Andheri West, Mumbai, India — Owner and Consultant Neurosurgeon (2014–Present)
- Thunga Hospital, Malad West, Mumbai, India — Consultant Neurosurgeon (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai, India — Assistant Consultant, Neurosurgery (2009–2011)
- Global Hospital, Mumbai, India — Consultant Neurosurgeon (2011–)
- SL Raheja-Fortis Hospital, Mahim, Mumbai, India — Consultant Neurosurgeon (2011–)
- BSES Hospital, Mumbai, India — Consultant Neurosurgeon (2011–)
- Oscar Hospital, Mumbai, India — Consultant Neurosurgeon (2011–)
- Criticare Hospital, Mumbai, India — Consultant Neurosurgeon (2011–)
- Shushrusha Hospital, Mumbai, India — Consultant Neurosurgeon
Academic & Research Roles
- Faculty — Bombay Neurological Association educational programmes
- Active speaker at national neurosurgery conferences
Key Achievements
- 5,000+ complex brain and spine surgeries performed
- Gold Medallist in Anatomy and Biochemistry; University Topper in MBBS 1st year
- 98% patient recommendation score from verified feedback
- Active life member of Dandy Walkers Society, California, USA
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Gold Medal — Anatomy and Biochemistry, MBBS
- University Topper / Gold Medallist — MBBS 1st year
Professional Memberships
- Neurological Society of India (NSI)
- Bombay Neurological Association (BNA)
- Congress of Neurological Surgeons, USA (CNS)
- Dandy Walkers Society, California, USA
- Indian Medical Association (IMA)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Information not publicly available.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Minimally invasive skull base surgery
- Paediatric neurosurgical outcomes
- Functional neurosurgery and DBS
- Spine instrumentation and minimally invasive spine surgery
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurosurgery / Neurology Consultation | ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 | $12 – $30 |
| Brain Tumour Surgery (Craniotomy) | ₹2,50,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,000 – $7,200 |
| Aneurysm Clipping | ₹3,50,000 – ₹7,00,000 | $4,200 – $8,400 |
| Microdiscectomy / MIS Spine Surgery | ₹1,50,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $1,800 – $4,200 |
| Microvascular Decompression for Trigeminal Neuralgia | ₹2,50,000 – ₹4,50,000 | $3,000 – $5,400 |
| Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) | ₹10,00,000 – ₹15,00,000 | $12,000 – $18,000 |
*Indicative estimates only. Actual costs subject to hospital pricing, case complexity, and insurance. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What advanced technologies does Dr. Darpan Thakre use in Neurosurgeon, Neurologist, Pediatric Neurologist, Geriatric Neurologist treatment?
Dr. Darpan Thakre uses Brain Suite image-guided navigation, modern operating microscopes, neuroendoscopy systems, and stereotactic platforms for precise functional neurosurgery and DBS. Minimally invasive spine instrumentation is used wherever clinically appropriate.
2. What conditions does Dr. Darpan Thakre specialize in treating?
Dr. Darpan Thakre specialises in brain tumours, cerebral aneurysms, AVMs, slipped disc, trigeminal neuralgia, paediatric neurosurgical conditions, Parkinson's disease, and head and spine trauma — making him a leading neurosurgeon specialist in Mumbai, India, and best neurosurgeon doctor in India for complex skull base and spine cases.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Darpan Thakre?
Appointments with Dr. Darpan Thakre can be booked directly through the Cancer Rounds website or by contacting their international patient department for priority scheduling.
4. Can international patients receive treatment from Dr. Darpan Thakre?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Darpan Thakre, including medical visa invitation letters, airport transfers, and local accommodation coordination.
5. What support is available for international patients?
International patients benefit from a dedicated concierge service provided by Cancer Rounds, including language interpretation, financial counselling, and pre-travel virtual consultations to review medical records before arrival.
6. Does Dr. Darpan Thakre offer second opinions for Neurosurgeon, Neurologist, Pediatric Neurologist, Geriatric Neurologist cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. Darpan Thakre can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for international patients seeking expert review of brain tumour, spine, or paediatric neurosurgery cases from a senior Neurosurgeon and Neurologist in Mumbai, India.
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