Aster RV Hospital, J P Nagar, Bangalore – India
About Dr. Manish Pai
Dr. Manish Pai is a senior Neurosurgeon in Bangalore, India, with around two decades of experience and special expertise in spine deformity surgery, paediatric and adult brain tumours, and functional neurosurgery. He holds an MCh in Neurosurgery from a national institute and multiple fellowships.
- Around 20 years of experience in neurosurgery
- MCh (Neurosurgery) from SCTIMST, Trivandrum
- Consultant Neurosurgeon at a leading Bangalore hospital
- Expertise in spine deformity surgery and brain tumours
- Fellowship-trained in skull-base, paediatric and functional neurosurgery
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute (Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences)
- MS (General Surgery) — Government Stanley Medical College & Hospital, Chennai
- MCh (Neurosurgery) — Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology (SCTIMST), Trivandrum
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowships in Skull Base Neurosurgery; Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Skull Base Neurosurgery (New York-Presbyterian / Cornell)
- Fellowships in Paediatric Neurosurgery; Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery; Spine Deformity Surgery
Certifications & Accreditations
- Registered Neurosurgery Specialist, India
- MRCS (Edinburgh); member, Neurological Society of India (NSI); AANS
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Spine deformity and spinal disorders
- Paediatric brain tumours
- Adult brain tumours
- Epilepsy
- Skull-base tumours
- Movement disorders
Sub-specialties
- Spine Deformity Surgery: Adult and paediatric spinal deformity correction — a neurosurgeon in Bangalore for patients seeking spine deformity surgery in India.
- Paediatric & Onco-Neurosurgery: Brain tumour surgery in children and adults.
- Functional & Skull-Base Neurosurgery: Stereotactic, functional and skull-base procedures.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Spine deformity surgery (adult and paediatric)
- Paediatric and adult brain tumour surgery
- Epilepsy surgery
- Skull-base and functional neurosurgery
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Aster RV Hospital / Manipal Hospital, Bangalore, India — Consultant Neurosurgeon, Present
Past Affiliations
- Brains Neuro Spine Centre, Bangalore, India — Neurosurgeon
- New York-Presbyterian Hospital / Cornell Medical College, USA — Fellowship training
- Mayo Clinic, USA — Spine surgery training
Academic & Research Roles
- International fellowship training in skull-base, paediatric and spine neurosurgery
Key Achievements
- MCh (Neurosurgery) from SCTIMST; MRCS (Edinburgh)
- Multiple international fellowships across sub-specialties
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available.
Professional Memberships
- Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (MRCS Ed)
- Neurological Society of India (NSI)
- American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Information not publicly available.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Spine deformity surgery
- Paediatric and adult brain tumours
- Functional and skull-base neurosurgery
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurosurgery Consultation | ₹500 – ₹1,500 | $6 – $18 |
| Brain Tumour Surgery (Craniotomy) | ₹2,50,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,000 – $7,200 |
| Spinal (Decompression / Fusion) Surgery | ₹2,50,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,000 – $7,200 |
| Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) | ₹2,50,000 – ₹5,00,000 | $3,000 – $6,000 |
| CSF Diversion (Shunt) Surgery | ₹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. Manish Pai use in Neurosurgery treatment?
Dr. Manish Pai uses spine deformity surgery (adult and paediatric), paediatric and adult brain tumour surgery, epilepsy surgery, and skull-base and functional neurosurgery. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are available to international patients through Cancer Rounds.
2. What conditions does Dr. Manish Pai specialize in treating?
Dr. Manish Pai specialises in spine deformity and spinal disorders, paediatric brain tumours, adult brain tumours, epilepsy, skull-base tumours, and movement disorders. Patients seek his expert neurosurgery care in Bangalore, India.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Manish Pai?
Appointments with Dr. Manish Pai 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. Manish Pai?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Manish Pai, 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. Manish Pai offer second opinions for Neurosurgery cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with an expert Neurosurgery specialist in Bangalore, India.
