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Dr. Arjun Srivatsa

Neurosurgeon

Dr. Arjun Srivatsa

Senior Consultant

20+ years of experience

DNB, MBBS

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    Areas of Expertise

    Dr. Arjun Srivatsa

    Major Conditions Treated

    • Brain Tumours (Gliomas, Meningiomas, Skull Base Tumours, Pituitary Adenoma)
    • Disc Prolapse (Slip Disc) & Sciatica
    • Cervical Myelopathy & Spinal Stenosis
    • Scoliosis & Spinal Deformity
    • Spinal Trauma & Fractures
    • Parkinson's Disease (DBS — Surgical)
    • Spasticity (Surgical Management)
    • Hydrocephalus
    • Aneurysm & Aortic Aneurysm Repair
    • Urinary Incontinence (Neurological)

    Sub-specialties

    • Minimal Access Spine Surgery: Pioneer in India since 2001 — Dr. Arjun Srivatsa is the foremost authority in minimally invasive spine surgery in Bangalore, offering endoscopic disc surgery, artificial disc replacements, and minimally invasive tumour excision with the shortest recovery times.
    • Functional Neurosurgery: Expert in Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's disease, spasticity management, and neurological urinary incontinence — a rare and highly specialised skill in India.
    • Skull Base Neurosurgery: Member of the Skull Base Surgery Society of India; experienced in complex skull base tumour resections requiring multidisciplinary team approach.

    Advanced Procedures & Treatments

    • Minimal Access Spine Surgery (Endoscopic, Tubular)
    • Artificial Disc Replacement (Cervical & Lumbar)
    • Craniotomy for Brain Tumour Resection
    • Skull Base Surgery
    • Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson's Disease
    • Spasticity Management (Intrathecal Baclofen, DBS)
    • Aneurysm Clipping & Endovascular Repair
    • Hydrocephalus Surgery (VP Shunt, ETV)
    • Minimally Invasive Tumour Excision (Spinal)
    • Functional Surgery for Urinary Incontinence

    Qualifications & Credentials

    Medical Degrees

    • MBBS — Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Hubli, Karnataka, India, 1990
    • DNB — General Surgery — St. John's Medical College, Bangalore, Karnataka, India, 1991
    • DNB — Neurosurgery — VHS Medical Centre, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

    Fellowships & Special Training

    • Advanced training in artificial disc replacements, endoscopic disc surgery, and minimally invasive tumour excision
    • Trained in functional neurosurgery for Parkinson's disease, spasticity, and urinary incontinence
    • Pioneer in Minimal Access Spine Surgery in India — introduced the technique in 2001

    Certifications & Accreditations

    • Karnataka Medical Council Registration: A-31180
    • Member — Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI)
    • Member — Bangalore Neurological Society
    • Member — Neurological Society of India (NSI)
    • Member — Indian Medical Association (IMA)
    • Member — Skull Base Surgery Society of India (SBSSI)
    • Member — Congress of Neurological Surgeons, USA
    • Life Member — Rotary Club

    Professional Experience

    Current Affiliation

    • Sakra World Hospital, Devarabeesanahalli, Varthur Hobli, Bangalore — Director & Head, Institute of Brain and Spine, Present

    Past Affiliations

    • Columbia Asia Hospital, Bangalore — Consultant Neurosurgeon (2005–2011; 2013–2014)
    • Sakra World Hospital, Bangalore — Visionary and Medical Director (2011–2012; founding role)
    • Mahaveer Jain Hospital, Bangalore — Consultant Neurosurgeon (1994–2005)

    Academic & Research Roles

    • Director — Institute of Neurosciences, Sakra World Hospital (academic and clinical leadership)
    • Head — Sakra Institute of Spine Surgery (one of India's finest tertiary spine care centres)
    • Regular presenter — National and international neurosurgery and spine conferences
    • Papers presented at national and international conferences

    Key Achievements

    • 30+ years of experience; 7,500+ neurosurgical and spine surgeries performed
    • Pioneer of Minimal Access Spine Surgery in India (2001)
    • Established Sakra Institute of Spine Surgery — one of India's finest spine centres
    • Expert in DBS for Parkinson's disease and functional neurosurgery — rare skill in India
    • Mantra: "It's a beautiful day to save lives" — reflecting deep commitment to patient care

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