Gleneagles Hospital, L.B. Nagar, Hyderabad – India
About Dr. Kalyan Boomakanti
Dr. Kalyan Bommakanti is a Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon and Endoscopic Spine Surgeon in Hyderabad with more than 15 years of experience and a very high surgical volume. He is known for minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery, pituitary and skull-base surgery, and neuro-oncology.
- More than 15 years of experience in neurosurgery and spine surgery
- Performed over 7,500 brain and spine surgeries
- Expertise in endoscopic (monoportal) spine surgery and minimally invasive techniques
- Skilled in pituitary, skull-base and neuro-vascular surgery
- Gold medallist in Microbiology and Best Outgoing Student in Neurosurgery (NIMS)
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS – Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad
- MS (General Surgery) – Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad
- MCh (Neurosurgery) – Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Hyderabad, 2010
Fellowships & Special Training
- Advanced training in fully endoscopic transforaminal (monoportal) spine surgery
- Training in endoscopic spine surgery in India and abroad
Certifications & Accreditations
- Registered with the Telangana / Andhra Pradesh State Medical Council
- Member of recognised neurosurgical professional associations
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Brain tumours and intraventricular tumours
- Degenerative spinal disease
- Pituitary tumours
- Skull-base lesions
- Neurovascular conditions (aneurysm, AVM, fistula)
- Congenital malformations
- Epilepsy requiring surgery
Sub-specialties
- Endoscopic & Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery: monoportal endoscopic lumbar disc surgery – a trusted neurosurgeon in Hyderabad for endoscopic spine surgery.
- Pituitary & Skull-Base Surgery: endoscopic pituitary and skull-base surgery.
- Neuro-Oncology & Neuro-Vascular Surgery: brain tumour surgery and neuro-vascular procedures.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Monoportal endoscopic lumbar disc surgery (single 8 mm incision)
- Minimally invasive and microscopic spine surgery
- Endoscopic pituitary and skull-base surgery
- Brain tumour surgery and neuro-vascular procedures
- Epilepsy surgery and robot-assisted neurosurgery
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, Hyderabad, India – Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon & Endoscopic Spine Surgeon (2024–Present)
Past Affiliations
- Gleneagles Global Hospital, Hyderabad – Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon (2021–2024)
- Medicover Hospital, Hyderabad – Consultant Neurosurgeon (2016–2021)
- Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Hyderabad – Assistant Professor, Neurosurgery (2012–2016)
Academic & Research Roles
- Former Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery, NIMS, Hyderabad
- Leads a surgical robotics and neuro-rehabilitation mentorship programme; author of peer-reviewed publications
Key Achievements
- Performed over 7,500 brain and spine surgeries
- Best Outgoing Student, Department of Neurosurgery, NIMS (2010); Gold Medal in Microbiology (2001)
- Pioneer of monoportal endoscopic lumbar disc surgery in India
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Best Outgoing Student, Department of Neurosurgery, NIMS, 2010
- Gold Medal in Microbiology, Osmania Medical College, 2001
Professional Memberships
- Member of recognised neurosurgical professional associations
- Andhra Pradesh / Telangana State Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Bommakanti K, Alugolu R, Chittem LR, et al. “Fulminant holocord intramedullary tubercular abscess.” Surgical Neurology International. 2013.
- Bommakanti K, Ankathi P, Uma P, et al. “Cerebral abscess and calvarial osteomyelitis due to Burkholderia pseudomallei.” Neurology India. 2010.
- Mudumba V, Bommakanti K, Chittem L. “Dorsal spine involvement in Takayasu arteritis.” Neurology India. 2015.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery
- Pituitary and skull-base surgery
- Robot-assisted neurosurgery and AI-guided neuronavigation
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurosurgery Consultation | ₹800 – ₹2,000 | $10 – $24 |
| Brain Tumour Surgery | ₹3,50,000 – ₹9,00,000 | $4,200 – $10,800 |
| Spine Surgery (Decompression / Fixation) | ₹2,50,000 – ₹6,50,000 | $3,000 – $7,800 |
| Endoscopic / Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery | ₹3,00,000 – ₹7,00,000 | $3,600 – $8,400 |
| MRI Brain / Spine | ₹5,000 – ₹12,000 | $60 – $145 |
*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. Kalyan Bommakanti use in neurosurgery treatment?
Dr. Kalyan Bommakanti uses monoportal endoscopic spine surgery, minimally invasive and microscopic techniques, endoscopic pituitary and skull-base surgery, and robot-assisted neurosurgery with AI-guided neuronavigation. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are also available to international patients. Contact Cancer Rounds for a detailed technology overview specific to your case.
2. What conditions does Dr. Kalyan Bommakanti specialize in treating?
Dr. Kalyan Bommakanti treats brain and intraventricular tumours, degenerative spinal disease, pituitary tumours, skull-base lesions, neurovascular conditions, congenital malformations and epilepsy, covering both routine and complex neurosurgery and spine surgery cases for patients in Hyderabad, India and abroad.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Kalyan Bommakanti?
Appointments with Dr. Kalyan Bommakanti 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. Kalyan Bommakanti?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Kalyan Bommakanti, 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. Kalyan Bommakanti offer second opinions for neurosurgery cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. Kalyan Bommakanti can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review a brain or spine diagnosis or surgical plan with an expert neurosurgery specialist in Hyderabad, India.
