Apollo Hospitals, Ahmedabad – India
About Dr. Deepak S Malhotra
Dr. Deepak S. Malhotra is a Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon at Apollo Hospitals International Limited, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, with over 22 years of specialised neurosurgical experience. Having completed MBBS (1999), MS General Surgery (2001), and MCh Neurosurgery (2005) — all from Gujarat University — and holding ECFMG certification and a Fellowship in Uro-gynaecology and Neuro-urology from Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New York, he is the first neurosurgeon in Gujarat to perform EC-IC bypass surgery for Moyamoya disease, with over 220 minimally invasive neurosurgeries to his credit.
- 22+ years of specialised neurosurgical experience at Apollo Hospitals Gandhinagar
- MBBS — Gujarat University — 1999; MS General Surgery — Gujarat University — 2001; MCh Neurosurgery — Gujarat University — 2005
- P.R. Thakore Gold Medal — 1st rank in MCh (Neurosurgery) examination — 2005
- ECFMG Certified; Fellowship in Uro-gynaecology and Neuro-urology — Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New York
- Pioneer: First neurosurgeon in Gujarat to perform EC-IC bypass (Moyamoya disease); first to perform endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) >70 cases; first to perform posterior fixation with custom titanium screws (2006)
- Decorated by Government of Gujarat for services during July 2009 terrorist blast in the city
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Gujarat University, Ahmedabad, Gujarat — 1999
- MS — General Surgery — Gujarat University, Ahmedabad, Gujarat — 2001
- MCh — Neurosurgery — Gujarat University (B.J. Medical College / Sola Civil Hospital), Ahmedabad, Gujarat — 2005 (P.R. Thakore Gold Medal — 1st rank)
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowship in Uro-gynaecology and Neuro-urology — Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New York, USA
- ECFMG (Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates) Certification — USA
Certifications & Accreditations
- Gujarat Medical Council Registration (Reg. No. G-27187, 1999)
- Member — All Indian Surgeons Association (AISA)
- Member — Urological Society of India (USI)
- Appointed to Government of India committee for establishing AIIMS-like centres under Pradhan Mantri Swastha Seva Yojna
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Brain Tumours (Glioma, Meningioma, Pituitary Adenoma, Craniopharyngioma, Metastasis)
- Moyamoya Disease (EC-IC Bypass)
- Hydrocephalus (Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy)
- Cerebral Aneurysms & Vascular Malformations
- Craniosynostosis (Paediatric)
- Epilepsy (Surgical Management)
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Cervico-medullary Junction Anomalies (Posterior Fixation)
- Spinal Cord Tumours & Degenerative Spine
- Head & Brain Trauma
Sub-specialties
- Moyamoya Disease Surgery (EC-IC Bypass — Pioneer in Gujarat): First neurosurgeon in Gujarat to perform External Carotid Artery to Middle Cerebral Artery (EC-IC) and Superficial Temporal Artery to MCA bypass for Moyamoya disease — a unique expertise sought by patients needing Moyamoya surgery in India.
- Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery (Pioneer — Gujarat): First neurosurgeon in Gujarat to pioneer minimally invasive neurosurgeries (220+ cases) including supraciliary mini fronto-orbital craniotomy for all anterior skull base tumours — one of the leading minimally invasive neurosurgeons in Gujarat.
- Endoscopic Neurosurgery (ETV Specialist): Performed the maximum cases of endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) for hydrocephalus in Gujarat (70+ cases in 2 years) — a rare subspecialty offering non-shunt management of hydrocephalus.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- EC-IC Bypass Surgery (Moyamoya Disease)
- Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy (ETV) for Hydrocephalus
- Supraciliary Mini Craniotomy for Skull Base Tumours
- Endoscopic Removal of Intraventricular Tumours (Colloid Cyst, CP Angle Epidermoid)
- Posterior Cervical / Craniocervical Fixation (Custom Titanium)
- Endoscopic-assisted Microvascular Decompression (Trigeminal Neuralgia)
- Chiari Malformation Surgery (Minimal Incision Technique)
- Pituitary Surgery (Microscopic Transsphenoidal)
- Brain Tumour Resection (Open and Minimally Invasive)
- Spinal Surgery (Instrumentation, Discectomy)
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Apollo Hospitals International Limited, Bhat GIDC Estate, Gandhinagar-Ahmedabad Road, Gandhinagar, Gujarat — Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon — Present
Past Affiliations
- B.J. Medical College, Ahmedabad — Assistant Professor, Department of Neurosurgery — 2005–2012
Academic & Research Roles
- Assistant Professor — B.J. Medical College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat — 2005–2012
- Appointed by Government of India to committee drafting AIIMS-like neuroscience centres (Pradhan Mantri Swastha Seva Yojna)
- Chosen by Health Minister to draft pilot project for a dedicated neuroscience centre
- Co-authored numerous research publications in national and international neurosurgery journals
Key Achievements
- P.R. Thakore Gold Medal — 1st rank in MCh Neurosurgery examination — Gujarat University — 2005
- Pioneer — First neurosurgeon in Gujarat to perform EC-IC bypass (Moyamoya), ETV (70+ cases), posterior fixation with custom titanium screws (2006), and supraciliary mini craniotomy (100+ cases)
- 22+ years of specialist neurosurgical experience
- ECFMG Certified; Fellowship at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New York
- Decorated by Government of Gujarat for exceptional medical services during the July 2009 terrorist blast
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- P.R. Thakore Gold Medal — 1st rank in MCh Neurosurgery Examination, Gujarat University — 2005
- Certificate of Appreciation — Government of Gujarat for services during the July 2009 terrorist blast in the city
Professional Memberships
- All Indian Surgeons Association (AISA)
- Urological Society of India (USI)
- Gujarat Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Co-authored papers in national and international neurosurgery journals on minimally invasive neurosurgeries, EC-IC bypass for Moyamoya disease, and ETV for hydrocephalus (full citation list not publicly available).
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Minimally invasive neurosurgery outcomes — supraciliary and endonasal approaches
- EC-IC bypass for Moyamoya disease — long-term outcomes in Gujarat
- Endoscopic management of hydrocephalus — ETV vs. shunt
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurosurgery Consultation | ₹1,000 – ₹2,000 | $12 – $24 |
| Craniotomy for Brain Tumour | ₹2,50,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,000 – $7,200 |
| EC-IC Bypass (Moyamoya Disease) | ₹3,50,000 – ₹7,00,000 | $4,200 – $8,400 |
| Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy (ETV) | ₹1,50,000 – ₹3,00,000 | $1,800 – $3,600 |
| Spinal Surgery with Instrumentation | ₹2,00,000 – ₹5,00,000 | $2,400 – $6,000 |
*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. Deepak S Malhotra use in Neurosurgery?
Dr. Malhotra uses EC-IC (extracranial-intracranial) bypass surgery for Moyamoya disease, endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV), supraciliary mini craniotomy for skull base tumours, endoscopic intraventricular tumour removal, custom titanium spinal fixation, and endoscopic-assisted microvascular decompression.
2. What conditions does Dr. Deepak S Malhotra specialise in treating?
Dr. Malhotra specialises in Moyamoya disease, brain tumours, hydrocephalus, trigeminal neuralgia, craniosynostosis, cerebral aneurysms, epilepsy, craniocervical anomalies, and spinal disorders. Patients seeking best neurosurgeon in Gandhinagar or minimally invasive neurosurgery specialist in Gujarat consult him regularly.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Deepak S Malhotra?
Appointments with Dr. Deepak S Malhotra 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. Deepak S Malhotra?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Deepak S Malhotra, 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. Deepak S Malhotra offer second opinions for Neurosurgery cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations are available for patients wishing to review brain tumour diagnosis, Moyamoya disease management, hydrocephalus treatment options, or spinal surgery plans with a Gold Medal neurosurgeon at Apollo Hospitals, Gandhinagar, India.
