Virinchi Hospital – India
About Dr. Praveen Ankathi
Dr. Praveen Ankathi is a Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon and Spine Surgeon at Virinchi Hospitals, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, with over 19 years of clinical experience — a best Neurosurgeon doctor in India for complex neurosurgeries, deep brain stimulation (DBS), skull base, pituitary, and spine surgeries. He has performed more than 10,000 major brain and spinal cord surgeries and has 300+ DBS procedures in Parkinson's disease and dystonia.
- 19+ years of clinical experience in neurosurgery
- MCh (Neurosurgery) from Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Hyderabad
- Former Associate Professor (until 2014) at NIMS Neurosurgery Department
- Performed 10,000+ major brain and spinal cord surgeries; 300+ DBS procedures
- Presented 50+ papers at national and international conferences
OPD Schedule Of Dr. Praveen Ankathi
Consultation Fees Rs. 900 /-
Virinchi Hospital
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Siddhartha Medical College, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh
- MCh (Neurosurgery) — Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Hyderabad, Telangana
Fellowships & Special Training
- Advanced training in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's Disease & Dystonia
- Training in Endoscopic Trans-Nasal Pituitary & Skull Base Surgery
- Training in Complex Cervical Spine and Craniovertebral Junction Surgery
- Brain Aneurysm and Neurovascular Surgery Training
Certifications & Accreditations
- Telangana / Andhra Pradesh Medical Council Registration
- Neurological Society of India — Member
- Movement Disorder Society — Member
- Telangana Neuroscientist Association — Member
- Indian Medical Association (IMA) — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Brain Tumours (Gliomas, Meningiomas, Skull Base Tumours)
- Pituitary Adenomas & Craniopharyngiomas
- Vestibular Schwannoma & Trigeminal Schwannoma
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Brain Aneurysms & AVMs (Arteriovenous Malformations)
- Parkinson's Disease & Dystonia (DBS Candidates)
- Cervical Spine Disorders (AAD, Basilar Invagination, Odontoid Fracture, OPLL)
- Craniovertebral Junction Disorders
- Hydrocephalus
- Head Injuries & Spine Trauma
Sub-specialties
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS): 300+ DBS surgeries for Parkinson's disease, tremor, and dystonia — a trusted Neurosurgeon specialist in Hyderabad for functional and movement-disorder neurosurgery.
- Skull Base & Endoscopic Neurosurgery: Expert in endoscopic trans-nasal pituitary tumour surgery, CSF rhinorrhoea repair, and skull base meningioma surgery — a best Neurosurgeon doctor in India for endoscopic and minimally invasive skull base approaches.
- Complex Spine & CV Junction Surgery: Specialist in cervical spine and CV junction surgery (AAD, basilar invagination, OPLL) and spinal fixations for listhesis.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Surgery
- Endoscopic Trans-Nasal Pituitary Surgery
- CSF Rhinorrhoea Repair
- Brain Tumour Surgery (Glioma, Meningioma)
- Skull Base Tumour Surgery
- Brain Aneurysm Clipping
- AVM Surgery
- Complex Cervical Spine & CV Junction Surgery
- Spinal Fixation & Listhesis Correction
- Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy for Hydrocephalus
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon — Virinchi Hospitals, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad (Present)
- Consultant — Gleneagles Hospital, L.B. Nagar, Hyderabad (Present)
- Consultant — Thumbay New Life Hospital, Hyderabad (Present)
- Consultant — Brain and Spine Center, Himayath Nagar, Hyderabad (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Hyderabad — Associate Professor (until 2014)
- Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Hyderabad — Senior Resident, Department of Neurosurgery
- Siddhartha Medical College, Vijayawada — MBBS
Academic & Research Roles
- Former Associate Professor — NIMS, Hyderabad
- Organiser — Endoscopic Brain and Spine Surgeries Conference in Hyderabad, India
- Conducted Head Injury Conference at NIMS Hyderabad
- Participant and presenter — Skull Base Endoscopic Conferences
- Presented 50+ papers at national and international conferences
- Published peer-reviewed scientific papers; landmark article on aneurysm and research on gliomas
Key Achievements
- 10,000+ major brain and spinal cord surgeries performed
- 300+ Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgeries in Parkinson's disease and dystonia
- Former Associate Professor at NIMS Hyderabad (until 2014)
- Landmark publication on brain aneurysm management
- Invited speaker at multiple international skull base endoscopic conferences
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available for named awards.
Professional Memberships
- Neurological Society of India
- Movement Disorder Society
- Telangana Neuroscientist Association
- Indian Medical Association (IMA)
- Telangana / Andhra Pradesh Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Landmark article on brain aneurysm management (peer-reviewed journal) — Information not publicly available for complete bibliographic citation.
- Research papers on gliomas in peer-reviewed journals.
- 50+ paper presentations at national and international neurosurgery conferences.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Deep brain stimulation outcomes in Parkinson's disease and dystonia
- Endoscopic skull base and pituitary surgery
- Brain aneurysm and neurovascular surgery
- Complex cervical spine and CV junction pathology
- Glioma management and outcomes
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurosurgery Consultation | ₹800 – ₹2,500 | $10 – $30 |
| Brain Tumour Surgery (Craniotomy) | ₹3,50,000 – ₹8,00,000 | $4,200 – $9,600 |
| Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) — Bilateral | ₹12,00,000 – ₹22,00,000 | $14,500 – $26,500 |
| Endoscopic Trans-Nasal Pituitary Surgery | ₹3,50,000 – ₹7,50,000 | $4,200 – $9,000 |
| Brain Aneurysm Clipping | ₹4,00,000 – ₹9,00,000 | $4,800 – $10,800 |
| Complex Spine / CV Junction Surgery | ₹3,00,000 – ₹7,00,000 | $3,600 – $8,400 |
*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. Praveen Ankathi use in Neurosurgeon, Spine Surgeon treatment?
Dr. Praveen Ankathi offers advanced neurosurgical techniques including Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's and dystonia, endoscopic trans-nasal pituitary and skull base surgery, CSF rhinorrhoea repair, brain aneurysm clipping, AVM surgery, complex cervical spine and CV junction surgery, and endoscopic third ventriculostomy for hydrocephalus. Virtual consultations are available for international patients through Cancer Rounds.
2. What conditions does Dr. Praveen Ankathi specialize in treating?
Dr. Praveen Ankathi is a specialist Neurosurgeon and Spine Surgeon in Hyderabad who treats brain tumours, pituitary adenomas, skull base tumours, vestibular schwannoma, trigeminal neuralgia, brain aneurysms and AVMs, Parkinson's disease and dystonia (DBS candidates), complex cervical spine disorders (AAD, basilar invagination, OPLL), hydrocephalus, and head and spine trauma. As a best Neurosurgeon doctor in India with 10,000+ surgeries and 300+ DBS procedures, he sees patients from across India and abroad.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Praveen Ankathi?
Appointments with Dr. Praveen Ankathi 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. Praveen Ankathi?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Praveen Ankathi, 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. Praveen Ankathi offer second opinions for Neurosurgeon, Spine Surgeon cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. Praveen Ankathi — a NIMS-trained Neurosurgeon and Spine Surgeon specialist in Hyderabad with 10,000+ surgeries — can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or surgical plan, particularly for DBS, aneurysm, pituitary, or complex spine cases.
