Apollo Speciality Hospital, Jayanagar – India
About Dr Ameet H Kulkarni
Dr. Ameet H. Kulkarni is a Consultant Neurosurgeon and Spine Surgeon at Apollo Specialty Hospital, Jayanagar, Bangalore, with over 14 years of clinical experience in spinal surgery. He holds the prestigious FRCS (Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons) and completed a Senior Spinal Fellowship at the Centre for Spinal Studies & Surgery, Queen Medical Centre, Nottingham, UK — one of Europe's leading spine surgery units.
- 14+ years of spine surgery experience
- MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics), DNB (Orthopaedics), FRCS
- Senior Spinal Fellowship — Centre for Spinal Studies & Surgery, Queen Medical Centre, Nottingham, UK
- Part of Paediatric Spine Team — Queen Medical Centre, Nottingham, UK
- Expert in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Scoliosis Correction, Paediatric Spine, UBE Fusions, and Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- Member — Association of Spine Surgeons of India, British Association of Spine Surgeons, Eurospine, AOSpine
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — (Institution details not publicly available in full)
- MS — Orthopaedics
- DNB — Orthopaedics — National Board of Examinations, New Delhi, India
- FRCS — Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons (Orthopaedics and Traumatology), UK
Fellowships & Special Training
- Senior Spinal Fellowship — Centre for Spinal Studies & Surgery, Queen Medical Centre, Nottingham, UK (prestigious European spine surgery centre)
- Paediatric Spine Team — Queen Medical Centre, Nottingham, UK
Certifications & Accreditations
- Karnataka Medical Council Registration (KMC)
- FRCS — Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons, UK
- Member — Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI)
- Member — British Association of Spine Surgeons (BASS)
- Member — Eurospine
- Member — AOSpine International
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Disc Herniation (Slipped Disc) — Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar
- Spinal Stenosis (Lumbar Canal Stenosis)
- Scoliosis & Kyphosis (Spinal Deformity)
- Spinal Trauma & Fractures
- Cervical Myelopathy & Radiculopathy
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spinal Tumours
- Autoimmune & Inflammatory Spinal Conditions
- Paediatric Spine Disorders
- Bursitis & Musculoskeletal Spine Conditions
Sub-specialties
- UBE (Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy) Spinal Fusion: Expert in UBE fusion — presented his work at the annual Endoscopy in Neurosurgery meeting at Guy's Hospital, London — one of the few spine surgeons in Bangalore performing this advanced endoscopic technique.
- Scoliosis & Spinal Deformity Correction: UK-trained paediatric spine surgery expertise from Queen Medical Centre, Nottingham, for high-grade kyphoscoliosis correction in children and adults.
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MIS): Advanced MIS techniques for disc prolapse and spinal stenosis — making Dr. Ameet Kulkarni a leading spine surgeon in Bangalore, India for keyhole spine procedures.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- UBE (Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy) Spinal Fusion
- Minimally Invasive Discectomy & Decompression
- Spinal Fusion (PLIF / TLIF / XLIF)
- Scoliosis & Kyphosis Correction Surgery
- Foraminotomy & Laminectomy
- Interlaminar Implant (DIAM / Coflex)
- Kyphoplasty & Vertebroplasty
- Cervical Disc Replacement
- Spinal Trauma Fixation
- Paediatric Spine Surgery
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Apollo Specialty Hospital, Jayanagar, Bangalore — Consultant Neurosurgeon & Spine Surgeon, Present
Past Affiliations
- Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore — Consultant Spine Surgeon (Past)
- Queen Medical Centre, Nottingham, UK — Senior Spinal Fellowship (Paediatric Spine Team, Past)
- Various NHS Hospitals, UK — FRCS training and spine surgery rotations
Academic & Research Roles
- Presenter — Annual Endoscopy in Neurosurgery Meeting, Guy's Hospital, London (UBE Fusions)
- Multiple paper presentations at national and international spine conferences (ASSI, Eurospine, BASS)
- Papers published in peer-reviewed spine surgery journals
Key Achievements
- 14+ years of spine surgery experience with UK-level FRCS training
- Senior Spinal Fellowship — Queen Medical Centre, Nottingham, UK (one of Europe's top spine units)
- Expert in UBE Spinal Fusion — presented at Guy's Hospital, London
- Part of Paediatric Spine Team — Queen Medical Centre, Nottingham
- Member of British Association of Spine Surgeons — bringing UK standards of care to India
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available for specific individual awards.
Professional Memberships
- Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI)
- British Association of Spine Surgeons (BASS)
- Eurospine
- AOSpine International
- Karnataka Medical Council (KMC)
- FRCS — Royal College of Surgeons, UK
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Research on UBE (Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy) Spinal Fusion — presented at Guy's Hospital, London (Endoscopy in Neurosurgery Meeting) and published in peer-reviewed journals (specific citations not publicly available in full).
- Multiple papers on minimally invasive spine surgery and scoliosis correction — presented at ASSI, Eurospine, and BASS conferences.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- UBE endoscopic spinal fusion outcomes
- Paediatric scoliosis and high-grade kyphoscoliosis management
- Minimally invasive cervical and lumbar spine surgery
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Spine Surgery Consultation | ₹750 – ₹2,000 | $9 – $24 |
| Minimally Invasive Discectomy | ₹1,00,000 – ₹2,50,000 | $1,200 – $3,000 |
| UBE Spinal Fusion | ₹2,50,000 – ₹5,00,000 | $3,000 – $6,000 |
| Scoliosis Correction Surgery | ₹4,00,000 – ₹10,00,000 | $4,800 – $12,000 |
| Kyphoplasty (Vertebral Fracture) | ₹80,000 – ₹1,80,000 | $960 – $2,160 |
*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. Ameet H Kulkarni use in Spine Surgery?
Dr. Ameet Kulkarni employs advanced endoscopic and minimally invasive spine technologies including UBE (Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy) spinal fusion — a technique he has presented at Guy's Hospital, London. He also uses interlaminar implants (DIAM/Coflex), kyphoplasty, and cervical disc replacement with FRCS-level UK-trained surgical expertise.
2. What conditions does Dr. Ameet H Kulkarni specialize in treating?
Dr. Kulkarni specialises in disc herniation, spinal stenosis, scoliosis and kyphosis (including paediatric cases), spinal trauma, cervical myelopathy, spondylolisthesis, and spinal tumours. International patients seeking the best spine surgeon in Bangalore, India benefit from his UK training, FRCS qualification, and membership of the British Association of Spine Surgeons.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Ameet H Kulkarni?
Appointments with Dr. Ameet H Kulkarni 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. Ameet H Kulkarni?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Ameet H Kulkarni, 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. Ameet H Kulkarni offer second opinions for Spine Surgery cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients seeking expert review from an FRCS-qualified spine surgeon in Bangalore with UK fellowship-level spinal surgery expertise.
