About Dr. B A Chandramouli
Dr. B.A. Chandramouli is Lead Consultant Neurosurgeon at Aster RV Hospital, J.P. Nagar, Bangalore and Principal Consultant at Apollo Speciality Hospital, Jayanagar, Bangalore — with 46+ years of experience, former Professor and Head of Neurosurgery at NIMHANS (National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences), Bangalore, Fellowship in Microneurosurgery from Zurich and Skull Base Surgery from George Washington University, and MCh Examiner at AIIMS, SGIMS, NIMS, and multiple national institutes.
- MBBS — Bangalore Medical College & Research Institute (BMCRI) (1976/77); MCh (Neurosurgery) — Bangalore University / BMCRI (1983); Fellowship in Microneurosurgery — University Hospital, Zurich, Switzerland; Fellowship in Skull Base Surgery — Sekhar University Hospital, George Washington University, Washington DC, USA
- 46+ years; former Professor & Head of Neurosurgery — NIMHANS Bangalore; expert in epilepsy surgery, vascular lesions, brain & spinal cord tumours, craniovertebral junction (CVJ) anomalies, neuro-oncology, spinal disorders; MCh Examiner — AIIMS, SGIMS, NIMS, NTR Medical University, SVIMS, SCTIMST; numerous national & international indexed publications; guest faculty at global conferences
- Member — Neurological Society of India; Bangalore Neurological Society; Karnataka Medical Council Registration
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Bangalore Medical College & Research Institute (BMCRI), Bangalore University, Karnataka, India, 1976/77
- MCh (Neurosurgery) — Bangalore University / BMCRI, Karnataka, India, 1983
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowship in Microneurosurgery — University Hospital, Zurich, Switzerland
- Fellowship in Skull Base Surgery — Sekhar University Hospital, George Washington University (GWU), Washington DC, USA (under Prof. Laligam N. Sekhar)
Certifications & Accreditations
- Karnataka Medical Council Registration
- Neurological Society of India — Member
- Bangalore Neurological Society — Member
- MCh (Neurosurgery) Examiner — AIIMS New Delhi; SGIMS (Sanjay Gandhi Institute); NIMS Hyderabad; NTR Medical University; SVIMS; SCTIMST Thiruvananthapuram
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Brain Tumours (Glioma, Meningioma, Acoustic Schwannoma)
- Spinal Cord Tumours
- Vascular Lesions (Brain Aneurysm, AVM)
- Epilepsy (Surgical Management)
- Craniovertebral Junction (CVJ) Anomalies
- Skull Base Tumours
- Spinal Disorders (Degenerative, Trauma)
- Neuro-Oncology
- Cerebrovascular Disorders
- Paediatric Neurosurgery
Sub-specialties
- Microneurosurgery & Skull Base Surgery: Zurich fellowship in microneurosurgery and George Washington University fellowship in skull base surgery — expert in microsurgical resection of acoustic schwannomas, skull base meningiomas, and complex brain tumours — a premier skull base neurosurgeon Aster RV Hospital Bangalore India with internationally trained expertise.
- Epilepsy Surgery: Former Professor & Head at NIMHANS Bangalore — India's premier neurology and neurosurgery institution — expert in surgical management of epilepsy including temporal and extra-temporal resections — a leading epilepsy surgeon Bangalore India trained at a national reference centre.
- Craniovertebral Junction (CVJ) Anomalies: Recognised nationally for expertise in CVJ anomalies and their surgical management — an expert CVJ neurosurgeon Aster RV Hospital Bangalore for atlas-axis instabilities, Chiari malformations, and basilar invagination.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Craniotomy for Brain Tumours
- Skull Base Surgery (Microsurgical)
- Brain Aneurysm Clipping
- AVM (Arteriovenous Malformation) Surgery
- Epilepsy Surgery (Temporal & Extra-Temporal)
- Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS)
- Craniovertebral Junction (CVJ) Surgery
- Spinal Tumour Resection
- Discectomy & Spinal Fusion
- Burr Hole (Cranial)
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Aster RV Hospital, J.P. Nagar, Bangalore, Karnataka, India — Lead / Principal Consultant Neurosurgery (Present)
- Apollo Speciality Hospital, Jayanagar, Bangalore — Principal Consultant Neurosurgery (Present)
Past Affiliations
- NIMHANS (National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences), Bangalore — Professor and Head of Neurosurgery (Career spanning multiple decades; left after distinguished tenure)
Academic & Research Roles
- MCh (Neurosurgery) Examiner — AIIMS New Delhi; SGIMS Lucknow; NIMS Hyderabad; NTR Medical University; SVIMS Tirupati; SCTIMST Thiruvananthapuram
- Numerous national and international publications in indexed neurosurgery journals
- Guest faculty at global scientific conferences and CMEs on Microneurosurgery and Skull Base Surgery
Key Achievements
- 46+ years of neurosurgical practice
- Former Professor & Head of Neurosurgery — NIMHANS Bangalore (India's premier neuroscience institution)
- Zurich fellowship (Microneurosurgery) + George Washington University fellowship (Skull Base Surgery)
- MCh Examiner at AIIMS and 5 other national institutes
Awards & Recognitions
Professional Memberships
- Neurological Society of India
- Bangalore Neurological Society
Research & Publications
Publications
- Numerous national and international publications in indexed neurosurgery journals (confirmed via Aster RV Hospital and Apollo profiles).
- Guest faculty speaker at national and international conferences on microneurosurgery, skull base surgery, epilepsy, and CVJ anomalies.
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurosurgery Consultation | ₹850 – ₹2,000 | $10 – $24 |
| Brain Tumour Craniotomy | ₹2,50,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,000 – $7,200 |
| Skull Base Surgery | ₹3,00,000 – ₹7,00,000 | $3,600 – $8,400 |
| Brain Aneurysm Clipping | ₹3,00,000 – ₹7,00,000 | $3,600 – $8,400 |
| Epilepsy Surgery | ₹3,00,000 – ₹8,00,000 | $3,600 – $9,600 |
*Indicative estimates only. Contact Cancer Rounds for a personalised quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Dr. B.A. Chandramouli known for?
Dr. B.A. Chandramouli is known for 46 years of neurosurgical expertise, former Professor and Head of Neurosurgery at NIMHANS Bangalore, internationally trained with fellowships in Microneurosurgery (Zurich) and Skull Base Surgery (George Washington University, USA), and serving as MCh (Neurosurgery) Examiner at AIIMS and five other national institutes. He is Lead Consultant at Aster RV Hospital, J.P. Nagar, Bangalore.
2. What conditions does Dr. B.A. Chandramouli specialise in treating?
He specialises in brain tumours, skull base tumours, vascular lesions (aneurysm, AVM), epilepsy surgery, craniovertebral junction anomalies, spinal cord tumours, and neuro-oncology. International patients seeking the best neurosurgeon in Bangalore, India for complex brain and skull base conditions consult him at Aster RV Hospital.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. B.A. Chandramouli?
Appointments 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. B.A. Chandramouli?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance 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.
6. Does Dr. B.A. Chandramouli offer second opinions for neurosurgery cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients wishing to review their brain or spine surgery plan with a NIMHANS-trained expert at Aster RV Hospital Bangalore, India.
