About Dr. Ram Chaddha
Dr. Ram Chaddha is a Senior Consultant Spine Surgeon at Lilavati Hospital & Research Centre, Bandra West, and S.L. Raheja Hospital (Fortis Associate), Mahim, Mumbai, with over 30 years of experience. He completed MBBS and MS in Orthopaedics from Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College (LTMMC), Sion, Mumbai (1984 & 1989), and completed 6 prestigious international fellowships across France, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Hong Kong, and the USA. He is the pioneer of MICOSS (Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Spine Surgery) in India and introduced Robotic Spine Surgery (Mazor Renaissance Robot) in Western India.
- 30+ years of spine surgery experience; Pioneer — MICOSS (Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Spine Surgery) in India; Pioneer — Robotic Spine Surgery (Mazor Renaissance), Western India
- MBBS — LTMMC, Mumbai (1984); MS Orthopaedics — LTMMC, Mumbai (1989); 6 International Fellowships — France, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Hong Kong, USA
- Past President — Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI, 2015–17), Bombay Spine Society, Bombay Orthopaedic Society
- Awards: A.T. Talwalkar Award (WIROC 1997), Young Surgeons' Forum Award (BOS), J.B. Modi Gold Medal for Neurotrauma, K.S. Masalawala Award (WIROC 1997)
- Editorial Board — Asian Spine Journal, Indian Spine Journal, Malaysian Orthopaedic Journal; Council Member — Asia-Pacific Orthopaedic Association
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College (LTMMC), Sion, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India — 1984
- MS (Orthopaedics) — Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College (LTMMC), Sion, Mumbai — 1989
Fellowships & Special Training
- AADO Fellowship — Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong — 1990
- Fellowship — Clinique St. Jean Languedoc, Toulouse, France — 1992
- AO Special Grant Fellowship — Medizinische Hochschule, Hannover, Germany — 1993
- Fellowship — Klinik für Unfallchirurgie, Zurich, Switzerland — 1993
- Fellowship — Istituto Ortopedici Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy — 1993
- Fellowship — Barrow Neurological Institute, Phoenix, Arizona, USA
- Fellowship — CTO, Strasbourg, France
Certifications & Accreditations
- Maharashtra Medical Council Registration
- Past President — Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI) — 2015–2017
- Past President — Bombay Spine Society
- Past President — Bombay Orthopaedic Society
- Council Member — Asia-Pacific Orthopaedic Association
- Chief National Delegate — Asia-Pacific Spine Society
- Editorial Board — Asian Spine Journal; Indian Spine Journal; Malaysian Orthopaedic Journal
- Member — Indian Orthopaedic Association (IOA), Indian Arthroplasty Association, Indian Medical Association (IMA)
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Lumbar & Cervical Disc Herniation (Disc Prolapse)
- Spinal Stenosis (Lumbar Canal Stenosis)
- Scoliosis & Kyphosis (Spinal Deformity)
- Spinal Trauma & Fractures
- Spinal Tumours (Primary & Secondary)
- Spinal Infections (TB Spine, Spondylodiscitis)
- Degenerative Spine Disease (Spondylosis)
- Failed Back Surgery Syndrome (Revision Spine Surgery)
- Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fractures
- Cervical Myelopathy & Radiculopathy
Sub-specialties
- MICOSS — Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Spine Surgery: Pioneer of MICOSS in India — a technique performing spine surgery through cosmetically minimal incisions — a key reason international patients seek Dr. Chaddha as one of the best minimally invasive spine surgeons in Mumbai, India and globally.
- Robotic Spine Surgery: Pioneer of Robotic Spine Surgery (Mazor Renaissance Robot) in Western India at Apollo Hospitals Navi Mumbai — using robotic guidance for enhanced accuracy in complex and deformity spine surgery.
- Spinal Deformity Correction: 30+ years of expertise in scoliosis, kyphosis, kyphoscoliosis, and degenerative scoliosis correction — including complex revision cases and failed back surgery syndrome.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- MICOSS — Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Spine Surgery
- Robotic Spine Surgery (Mazor Renaissance)
- Endoscopic & Microscopic Spine Surgery
- Thoracoscopic & Laparoscopic Spine Surgery (Deformities, Infections, Tumours)
- Spinal Fusion & Instrumentation (TLIF, PLIF, ACDF)
- Cervical Disc Replacement (Artificial Disc)
- Kyphoplasty / Vertebroplasty (Osteoporotic Fractures)
- Scoliosis & Kyphosis Deformity Correction
- Neuromonitoring & Neuronavigation-Guided Surgery
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Lilavati Hospital & Research Centre, Bandra West, Mumbai — Consultant Spine Surgeon (Present)
- S.L. Raheja Hospital (Fortis Associate), Mahim, Mumbai — Consultant Spine Surgeon (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai — Consultant Spine Surgeon (introduced Mazor Renaissance Robotic Spine Surgery in Western India) (Past)
- K.J. Somaiya Hospital & Medical College, Sion — Professor & Head of Department, Orthopaedics — 1997–2016
- Lokmanya Tilak Municipal (L.T.M.) General Hospital, Mumbai — Associate Professor of Orthopaedics — 1989–1994
- Madras Institute of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (MIOT), Chennai — Consultant (Past)
Academic & Research Roles
- Recognized undergraduate and postgraduate teacher and examiner — MBBS, DNB (Orth), FCPS (Orth)
- Editorial Board — Asian Spine Journal, Indian Spine Journal, Malaysian Orthopaedic Journal
- Organizing Secretary — IOACON 2020 (Annual Conference of Indian Orthopaedic Association), Mumbai
- Keynote lectures and guest orations at national and international spine conferences worldwide
Key Achievements
- Pioneer of MICOSS (Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Spine Surgery) in India
- Pioneer of Robotic Spine Surgery (Mazor Renaissance Robot) in Western India
- 6 prestigious international fellowships — France, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Hong Kong, USA
- Past President — ASSI, Bombay Spine Society, Bombay Orthopaedic Society
- A.T. Talwalkar Award (WIROC 1997), Young Surgeons' Forum Award (BOS), J.B. Modi Gold Medal for Neurotrauma, K.S. Masalawala Award (WIROC 1997)
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- A.T. Talwalkar Award — Western India Regional Orthopaedic Conference (WIROC) — 1997
- K.S. Masalawala Award (Best Paper) — WIROC — 1997
- Young Surgeons' Forum Award — Bombay Orthopaedic Society
- J.B. Modi Gold Medal for Neurotrauma
Professional Memberships
- Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI) — Past President (2015–17)
- Bombay Spine Society — Past President
- Bombay Orthopaedic Society — Past President
- Asia-Pacific Orthopaedic Association — Council Member
- Asia-Pacific Spine Society — Chief National Delegate
- Indian Orthopaedic Association (IOA)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Multiple academic papers presented at regional, national, and international conferences in orthopaedics and spine surgery. Specific titles not publicly indexed in full bibliographic form.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Minimally invasive and robotic spine surgery outcomes
- Spinal deformity correction — scoliosis and kyphoscoliosis in adults and adolescents
- Failed back surgery syndrome — revision spine surgery techniques
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Spine Surgery Consultation | ₹1,000 – ₹1,500 | $12 – $18 |
| MICOSS (Minimally Invasive Cosmetic Spine Surgery) | ₹1,50,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $1,800 – $4,200 |
| Robotic Spine Surgery | ₹3,00,000 – ₹7,00,000 | $3,600 – $8,400 |
| Spinal Deformity Correction (Scoliosis/Kyphosis) | ₹5,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 | $6,000 – $14,400 |
| Kyphoplasty / Vertebroplasty | ₹1,00,000 – ₹2,50,000 | $1,200 – $3,000 |
*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. Ram Chaddha use in Spine Surgery treatment?
Dr. Ram Chaddha — pioneer of MICOSS and Robotic Spine Surgery (Mazor Renaissance) in India — uses advanced spine surgery technologies including robotic guidance, neuronavigation, intraoperative neuromonitoring, endoscopic and thoracoscopic/laparoscopic spine techniques, laser and microsurgery, and minimally invasive instrumentation — trained at 6 international centres across Europe, Hong Kong, and the USA.
2. What conditions does Dr. Ram Chaddha specialise in treating?
Dr. Chaddha specialises in spine surgery — treating lumbar and cervical disc herniation, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal trauma, spinal tumours, TB spine, degenerative spine disease, failed back surgery, and osteoporotic fractures — for patients seeking the best spine surgeon in Mumbai, India.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Ram Chaddha?
Appointments with Dr. Ram Chaddha 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. Ram Chaddha?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Ram Chaddha, 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. Ram Chaddha offer second opinions for Spine Surgery cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking expert Spine Surgery review from a specialist in Mumbai, India.
