Apollo Speciality Hospital, Jayanagar – India
About Dr. Dilip Gopalakrishnan
Dr. Dilip Gopalakrishnan is a distinguished Senior Consultant Orthopedic Spine Surgeon based in Bangalore, widely recognised as a leading Paediatric Orthopedecian, Spine Surgeon specialist in Bangalore, India for spinal deformity (scoliosis), degenerative spinal disorders, and spinal trauma — including paediatric and adult spine care.
- 36-47+ years of clinical and academic experience in orthopedic spine surgery
- MBBS from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore, 1976
- Diploma in Orthopaedics from Christian Medical College & Hospital, Vellore, 1979
- MS in Orthopaedics from All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, 1982
- Senior Consultant Spine Surgery at Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Jayanagar, Bangalore
- Visiting Clinical Fellow at the University of Nottingham (Queens Medical Centre), UK and Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital (University of Paris)
- Former Professor of Orthopedics at M.S. Ramaiah Medical College (1987–2003)
- Member of Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI), AOSpine Asia Pacific, Scoliosis Research Society, North American Spine Society
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore, India, 1976
- Diploma in Orthopaedics (D.Ortho) — Christian Medical College & Hospital, Vellore, India, 1979
- MS in Orthopaedics — All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India, 1982
Fellowships & Special Training
- Visiting Clinical Fellow — University of Nottingham, Queens Medical Centre, UK
- Visiting Clinical Fellow — Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital, University of Paris, France
- Specialised training in Spinal Deformity Surgery (Scoliosis Correction)
- Advanced training in Degenerative Spinal Disorder Surgery
- Specialised training in Spinal Trauma Surgery
- Specialised training in Paediatric Orthopedic Surgery
- Advanced training in Adult Spine Reconstruction
Certifications & Accreditations
- Karnataka Medical Council — Registered
- National Medical Commission / Medical Council of India Registration
- Board-Certified Specialist — Orthopaedics (MS, D.Ortho)
- Member — Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI)
- Member — AOSpine Asia Pacific
- Member — Scoliosis Research Society
- Member — North American Spine Society
- Member — Karnataka Orthopaedic Association (KOA)
- Member — Bangalore Orthopaedic Society (BOS)
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Spinal Deformity (Scoliosis, Kyphosis)
- Degenerative Spinal Disorders
- Spinal Trauma
- Paediatric Spinal Disorders
- Spinal Tuberculosis (Cervico-Thoracic Junction)
- Lumbar Disc Prolapse / Disc Herniation
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Back Ache / Lumbago
- Spinal Tumours (Surgical Coordination)
- Spinal Infections
- Spondylolisthesis
- Osteoporotic Vertebral Fractures
- Ankle Pain / Hip Conditions
- Paediatric Orthopedic Conditions
Sub-specialties
- Spinal Deformity / Scoliosis Correction: Specialist in complex spinal deformity surgery — establishes him as a trusted paediatric orthopedecian, spine surgeon specialist in Bangalore, India.
- Degenerative Spinal Disorders: Comprehensive expertise in disc and degenerative spine surgery.
- Spinal Trauma Surgery: Specialist in fracture management and spinal stabilisation.
- Paediatric Orthopedic and Spine Surgery: Dedicated paediatric spine specialist — for international patients seeking best spine surgery in India.
- Multidisciplinary Spine Care: Pioneer in collaborative orthopedic-neurosurgical spine care team.
- Comprehensive Adult Spine Surgery: 47+ years of expertise across all spine surgery aspects.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Scoliosis Correction Surgery
- Spinal Deformity Surgery
- Lumbar Disc Surgery (Discectomy)
- Cervical Spine Surgery
- Spinal Decompression / Laminectomy
- Spinal Fusion
- Spinal Stabilisation / Instrumentation
- Spinal Trauma Repair
- Vascularized Rib Graft for Humeral Diaphysis Defects (Paediatric)
- Paediatric Spine Surgery
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Surgery
- Spondylolisthesis Surgery
- Vertebroplasty / Kyphoplasty
- Spinal Tumour Resection (with Onco-Team)
- Spinal Infection Surgery (TB, etc.)
- Hip and Ankle Arthroscopy
- Comprehensive Orthopedic and Spine Care
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Apollo Speciality Hospital, Jayanagar, Bangalore (21/2, Old Number 2, 14th Cross, 3rd Block, Dr. Parvathamma Rajkumar Road, near Madhavan Park Circle) — Senior Consultant, Spine Surgery, Present
Past Affiliations
- M.S. Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore — Professor, Orthopedics (1987–2003)
- University of Nottingham, Queens Medical Centre, UK — Visiting Clinical Fellow (Past)
- Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital, University of Paris, France — Visiting Clinical Fellow (Past)
- All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi — MS Orthopaedics Resident (1979–1982)
- Christian Medical College & Hospital, Vellore — Diploma in Orthopaedics Trainee (1976–1979)
- Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute, Bangalore — MBBS (1971–1976)
Academic & Research Roles
- Senior Consultant — Spine Surgery, Apollo Speciality Hospital, Jayanagar
- Former Professor — Orthopedics, M.S. Ramaiah Medical College (1987–2003, 16 years)
- Pioneer — Collaboration between orthopedic and neurosurgical spine surgeons to develop comprehensive spine care team
- Author — Furtado SV et al. (associated). "Cervico thoracic junction spinal tuberculosis presenting as radiculopathy." Neurology India, 2002 March; 50(1):93–4.
- Author — "Vascularized rib graft for defects of the diaphysis of the humerus in children." Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery Br. 2000 Jan; 82(1):28–32.
- Author — "Microstructural organization of carbon-induced neotendon." International Surgery. 1984 Jul–Sep; 69(3):277–80.
- Member — Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI), AOSpine Asia Pacific, Scoliosis Research Society, North American Spine Society, Karnataka Orthopaedic Association, Bangalore Orthopaedic Society
Key Achievements
- 36-47+ years of clinical and academic experience
- Triple qualifications: MBBS Bangalore Medical College, Diploma in Orthopaedics from CMC Vellore, MS Orthopaedics from AIIMS New Delhi
- Senior Consultant Spine Surgery at Apollo Speciality Hospital, Jayanagar
- Former Professor of Orthopedics at M.S. Ramaiah Medical College for 16 years (1987–2003)
- Visiting Clinical Fellow at University of Nottingham, UK and Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital, Paris
- Pioneer in collaborative orthopedic-neurosurgical comprehensive spine care team
- Multiple peer-reviewed publications in Neurology India, Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery Br., and International Surgery
- Active member of international spine societies (Scoliosis Research Society, North American Spine Society, AOSpine Asia Pacific)
- 77% recommendation rate
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Visiting Clinical Fellowship — University of Nottingham, Queens Medical Centre, UK
- Visiting Clinical Fellowship — Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital, University of Paris, France
Professional Memberships
- Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI) — Member
- AOSpine Asia Pacific — Member
- Scoliosis Research Society — Member
- North American Spine Society — Member
- Karnataka Orthopaedic Association (KOA) — Member
- Bangalore Orthopaedic Society (BOS) — Member
- Karnataka Medical Council — Registered
- National Medical Commission / Medical Council of India — Registered
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Furtado SV et al. "Cervico thoracic junction spinal tuberculosis presenting as radiculopathy." Neurology India, 2002 March; 50(1):93–4.
- Gopalakrishnan D et al. "Vascularized rib graft for defects of the diaphysis of the humerus in children." Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery Br. 2000 Jan; 82(1):28–32.
- Gopalakrishnan D et al. "Microstructural organization of carbon-induced neotendon." International Surgery. 1984 Jul–Sep; 69(3):277–80.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Spinal deformity (scoliosis, kyphosis)
- Degenerative spinal disorders
- Spinal trauma
- Paediatric spine surgery
- Vascularized rib graft for paediatric humeral defects
- Cervico-thoracic spinal tuberculosis
- Multidisciplinary orthopedic-neurosurgical spine care
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Spine Surgery / Orthopedics Consultation | ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 | $12 – $30 |
| Scoliosis Correction Surgery | ₹6,00,000 – ₹15,00,000 | $7,200 – $18,000 |
| Lumbar Disc Surgery / Microdiscectomy | ₹1,50,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $1,800 – $4,200 |
| Spinal Fusion (Lumbar) | ₹2,50,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,000 – $7,200 |
| Cervical Spine Surgery | ₹2,00,000 – ₹5,00,000 | $2,400 – $6,000 |
| Paediatric Spine Surgery | ₹3,00,000 – ₹10,00,000 | $3,600 – $12,000 |
*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. Dilip Gopalakrishnan use in Paediatric Orthopedecian, Spine Surgeon treatment?
Dr. Dilip Gopalakrishnan uses advanced scoliosis correction surgery, modern spinal deformity surgery, lumbar disc surgery and microdiscectomy, comprehensive cervical spine surgery, modern spinal decompression and laminectomy, integrated spinal fusion and instrumentation, modern spinal trauma repair, vascularized rib graft for paediatric humeral diaphysis defects, paediatric spine surgery, lumbar spinal stenosis surgery, spondylolisthesis surgery, vertebroplasty / kyphoplasty, spinal tumour resection (with onco-team), and modern spinal infection surgery — a comprehensive toolkit refined through AIIMS, Nottingham UK, and Paris France training that establishes him as a leading paediatric orthopedecian, spine surgeon specialist in Bangalore, India.
2. What conditions does Dr. Dilip Gopalakrishnan specialize in treating?
Dr. Dilip Gopalakrishnan specialises in spinal deformity (scoliosis, kyphosis), degenerative spinal disorders, spinal trauma, paediatric spinal disorders, spinal tuberculosis (including cervico-thoracic junction), lumbar disc prolapse / disc herniation, lumbar spinal stenosis, cervical spondylosis, back ache / lumbago, spinal tumours (surgical coordination), spinal infections, spondylolisthesis, osteoporotic vertebral fractures, ankle pain / hip conditions, and paediatric orthopedic conditions — comprehensive care for international patients seeking best spine surgery in India.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Dilip Gopalakrishnan?
Appointments with Dr. Dilip Gopalakrishnan 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. Dilip Gopalakrishnan?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Dilip Gopalakrishnan, 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. Dilip Gopalakrishnan offer second opinions for Paediatric Orthopedecian, Spine Surgeon 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 paediatric orthopedecian, spine surgeon specialist in Bangalore, India, especially for complex scoliosis, paediatric spine surgery candidate, degenerative spine, spinal trauma, and spinal tumour cases.
