Apollo Hospitals, Mumbai – India
About Dr. Naresh Kumar Biyani
Dr. Naresh Kumar Biyani is a Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon at SRCC Children Hospital, Mahalakshmi, Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital, and Bombay Hospital, Mumbai — the first Indian child-neurosurgeon to successfully perform Deep Brain Stimulation in infants — with 28+ years of experience, MCh Neurosurgery from Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences (2003), and three international Paediatric Neurosurgery fellowships at Dana's Children Hospital Tel Aviv (Israel), Great Ormond Street Hospital London (UK), and Kaiser Permanente Oakland San Francisco (USA).
- 28+ years of experience; 99% patient recommendation rate; first Indian child-neurosurgeon to perform Deep Brain Stimulation in infants; 30+ scientific publications; MNAMS
- MBBS — Mysore Medical College (1997); MS — General Surgery, LTMMC Mumbai (2000); DNB — General Surgery, NBE (2000); MCh — Neurosurgery, Bombay Hospital Institute Mumbai (2003); DNB — Neurosurgery, NBE (2003)
- Fellowships: Dana's Children Hospital, Tel Aviv, Israel (2004–2006); Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, London, UK (2006–2007); Kaiser Permanente Medical Centre, Oakland, San Francisco, USA (2009)
- Specialises: hydrocephalus, spinal dysraphism, tethered cord syndrome, paediatric neuro-oncology, epilepsy surgery, craniofacial surgery, neuro-endoscopy
- Member: National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS), Neurological Society of India (NSI), Maharashtra Medical Council
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Mysore Medical College, Mysore, 1997
- MS — General Surgery, Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College (LTMMC), Mumbai, 2000
- DNB — General Surgery, National Board of Examinations (NBE), New Delhi, 2000
- MCh — Neurosurgery, Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences, Mumbai, 2003
- DNB — Neurosurgery, National Board of Examinations (NBE), New Delhi, 2003
- MNAMS — Member, National Academy of Medical Sciences, India
International Fellowships
- Fellowship — Paediatric Neurosurgery, Dana's Children Hospital, Tel Aviv, Israel (2004–2006)
- Fellowship — Paediatric Neurosurgery, Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children (GOSH), London, UK (2006–2007)
- Fellowship — Paediatric Neurosurgery, Kaiser Permanente Medical Centre, Oakland, San Francisco, USA (2009)
Certifications & Accreditations
- MNAMS — National Academy of Medical Sciences, India
- Member — Neurological Society of India (NSI)
- Member — Maharashtra Medical Council
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Hydrocephalus (Neuro-endoscopy, VP Shunt, ETV)
- Spinal Dysraphism & Tethered Cord Syndrome
- Cranial Dysraphism
- Paediatric Neuro-Oncology (Brain & Spinal Tumours)
- Epilepsy Surgery (Paediatric)
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) — including in infants
- Craniofacial Surgery & Congenital Anomalies
- Intramedullary Spinal Cord Tumours
Sub-specialties
- Paediatric Neurosurgery — Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) in Infants: The first Indian child-neurosurgeon to perform Deep Brain Stimulation in infants — a landmark achievement — with three international fellowships at Dana's Children Hospital (Israel), Great Ormond Street Hospital (UK), and Kaiser Permanente (USA). Expert in neuro-endoscopy, craniofacial surgery, and congenital spinal cord anomalies — one of India's most comprehensively trained paediatric neurosurgeons at SRCC Children Hospital, Mumbai.
- Paediatric Neuro-Oncology & Spinal Cord Tumours: Specialist in paediatric brain and spinal cord tumours including intramedullary spinal cord tumours — with 30+ scientific publications and chapters in neurosurgery textbooks — making Dr. Naresh Kumar Biyani a leading academic and clinical paediatric neurosurgeon at Bombay Hospital and Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) — including in infants
- Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy (ETV) for Hydrocephalus
- VP Shunt Surgery
- Intraoperative MRI-guided Paediatric Neurosurgery
- Epilepsy Surgery (Paediatric)
- Craniofacial Surgery
- Spinal Cord Tumour Resection (including Intramedullary)
- Tethered Cord Release
Professional Experience
Current Affiliations
- SRCC Children Hospital, Mahalakshmi, Mumbai — Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon (Present)
- Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital, Vile Parle West, Mumbai — Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgery (Present)
- Bombay Hospital & Medical Research Centre, Marine Lines, Mumbai — Consultant Neurosurgeon (Present)
- Apollo Hospitals CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai — Consultant (Present)
- Sir H N Reliance Foundation Hospital, Girgaon, Mumbai — Consultant Neurosurgeon (Past)
Academic & Research Roles
- 30+ scientific publications in national and international neurosurgery journals (including Child's Nervous System, Pediatric Neurosurgery)
- Chapters in medical textbooks on paediatric neurosurgery
- Celebrated speaker at national and international neurosurgery conferences
Key Achievements
- 28+ years of clinical paediatric neurosurgery practice
- MCh & DNB Neurosurgery — Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences & NBE
- First Indian child-neurosurgeon to perform Deep Brain Stimulation in infants
- Three international paediatric neurosurgery fellowships (Israel, UK, USA)
- 30+ scientific publications; MNAMS
- 99% patient recommendation rate (HexaHealth)
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available.
Professional Memberships
- National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS), India
- Neurological Society of India (NSI)
- Maharashtra Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Biyani N et al. "Prophylactic antibiotics in pediatric shunt surgery: A survey." Child's Nervous System. 2006 Nov;22(11):1465–1471.
- Roth J, Beni Adani L, Biyani N, Constantini S. "Intraoperative portable 0.12-tesla MRI in pediatric neurosurgery." Pediatric Neurosurgery. 2006;42(2):74–80.
- Roth J, Beni-Adani L, Biyani N, Constantini S. "Classical and real-time neuronavigation in pediatric neurosurgery." Child's Nervous System. 2006 Sep;22(9):1065–1071.
- 30+ further scientific publications and textbook chapters in paediatric neurosurgery (full list available via SRCC Children Hospital & Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai).
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Deep Brain Stimulation in paediatric patients including infants
- Paediatric hydrocephalus management (ETV vs shunt)
- Intramedullary spinal cord tumours in children
- Paediatric epilepsy surgery outcomes
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Paediatric Neurosurgery Consultation | ₹1,200 – ₹2,000 | $14 – $24 |
| VP Shunt / ETV (Hydrocephalus) | ₹1,00,000 – ₹2,50,000 | $1,200 – $3,000 |
| Paediatric Brain Tumour Surgery | ₹2,50,000 – ₹7,00,000 | $3,000 – $8,400 |
| Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) | ₹6,00,000 – ₹14,00,000 | $7,200 – $16,800 |
| Tethered Cord Release / Spinal Surgery | ₹1,50,000 – ₹4,00,000 | $1,800 – $4,800 |
*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. Naresh Kumar Biyani use in Paediatric Neurosurgery?
Dr. Naresh Kumar Biyani employs intraoperative MRI-guided neurosurgery, Deep Brain Stimulation (including in infants), endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) for hydrocephalus, neuronavigation, and minimally invasive spinal cord tumour resection. He is the first Indian child-neurosurgeon to perform DBS in infants, with three international fellowships at Dana's Children Hospital (Israel), Great Ormond Street Hospital (UK), and Kaiser Permanente (USA) — and 30+ publications at SRCC Children Hospital, Mumbai.
2. What conditions does Dr. Naresh Kumar Biyani specialize in treating?
Dr. Naresh Kumar Biyani specialises in hydrocephalus, spinal dysraphism, tethered cord syndrome, paediatric brain and spinal cord tumours, epilepsy surgery, DBS, and craniofacial congenital anomalies. International patients seeking the best paediatric neurosurgeon in Mumbai consult him at SRCC Children Hospital or Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Naresh Kumar Biyani?
Appointments with Dr. Naresh Kumar Biyani 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. Naresh Kumar Biyani?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Naresh Kumar Biyani, 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. Naresh Kumar Biyani offer second opinions for Paediatric Neurosurgery cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for parents who wish to review their child's neurosurgical diagnosis with the first Indian child-neurosurgeon to perform DBS in infants — GOSH London and Dana's Children Hospital Tel Aviv-trained — at SRCC Children Hospital or Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai.
