Indian Spinal Injuries Center, New Delhi – India
About Dr. Gururaj M
Dr. Gururaj M (Sangondimath) is a Senior Consultant Spine Surgeon in New Delhi, India, with over 17 years of clinical experience and globally recognised expertise in keyhole and minimally invasive spine surgery. He has performed nearly 5,100 spinal procedures and holds international fellowships across Germany, USA, Hong Kong, Japan and Italy.
- 17+ years of experience in spine surgery and orthopaedics
- Performed nearly 5,100 spinal surgeries with high success rate
- International fellowships from Germany, USA (Washington University), Hong Kong, Japan (Hokkaido University), and Italy
- Investigator of the Year 2013 Award — Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI)
- AO Spine Research Award (6,000 Swiss Francs) for 2014–15
OPD Schedule Of Dr. Gururaj M
Consultation Fees Rs. 1600 /-
Indian Spinal Injuries Center, New Delhi
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Hubli (Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore), India, 2004
- MS (Orthopaedics) — St. John's Medical College, Bangalore (Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences), India, 2008
- Fellowship of National Board (FNB) — Spine Surgery, Indian Spinal Injuries Centre, New Delhi, India
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowship — Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Germany
- Fellowship — Spinal Deformity, Hong Kong University and Washington University, USA
- Fellowship — Cervical Spine Surgery and Deformity, Hokkaido University, Japan
- Fellowship — Spine Deformity, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Seoul, South Korea
- Fellowship — Italy
- Certificate — Pain and Palliative Care
Certifications & Accreditations
- Delhi Medical Council Registration No. 50983
- Member — Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI)
- Member — Spinal Cord Society (India)
- Member — Delhi Spine Society
- Member — Indian Association of Palliative Care
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Slipped Disc and Sciatica
- Cervical and Lumbar Spondylosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Scoliosis and Kyphosis (Spinal Deformity)
- Spinal Tumours
- Spinal Trauma and Fractures
- Osteoporotic Spine Fractures
- Paediatric Spine Conditions
- Back Pain and Neck Pain
- Spondylolisthesis
Sub-specialties
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS): Keyhole spine procedures including endoscopic disc surgery — making him a leading spine surgeon specialist in New Delhi, India for international patients.
- Spinal Deformity Correction: Internationally trained correction of scoliosis and kyphosis in adults and children.
- Cervical Spine Surgery: Disc replacement, cervical decompression and fusion.
- Spinal Oncology & Trauma: Surgical management of spinal tumours and complex trauma cases.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Microdiscectomy
- Cervical and Lumbar Disc Replacement
- Scoliosis Correction Surgery
- Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty
- Spinal Fusion and Pedicle Screw Fixation
- Motion-Preserving Spine Surgery
- Revision and Complex Spine Surgery
- Spinal Tumour Excision
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Indian Spinal Injuries Centre, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi, India — Senior Consultant Spine Surgeon (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Indian Spinal Injuries Centre, New Delhi, India — Spine Fellow (Best Spine Fellow of the Year 2012–13)
- Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham, UK — AO Spine Fellowship under Dr. Michael Grevitt
- Gangnam Severance Hospital, Seoul, South Korea — Fellowship, Spinal Deformity
Academic & Research Roles
- Postgraduate teacher in spine surgery
- Active researcher with publications in national and international spine journals
Key Achievements
- Nearly 5,100 spinal surgeries performed
- Investigator of the Year Award — Association of Spine Surgeons of India, 2013
- AO Spine Research Award (6,000 Swiss Francs) — 2014–15
- Best Spine Fellow of the Year — Indian Spinal Injuries Centre, 2012–13
- Bronze Medal — MS Orthopaedics Examination
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Investigator of the Year — Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI), 2013
- AO Spine Research Award — 6,000 Swiss Francs, 2014–15
- Best Spine Fellow of the Year — Indian Spinal Injuries Centre, 2012–13
- AO Spine Fellowship — Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham, UK
- Bronze Medal — MS Orthopaedics
Professional Memberships
- Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI)
- Spinal Cord Society (India)
- Delhi Spine Society
- Indian Association of Palliative Care
- AO Spine International
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Multiple peer-reviewed publications on minimally invasive spine surgery, spinal deformity correction, and cervical spine outcomes in Indian and international spine journals. Specific citations accessible via PubMed under "Sangondimath G".
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery
- Spinal deformity correction
- Cervical disc replacement
- Osteoporotic spine fractures and vertebroplasty outcomes
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Spine Surgery Consultation | ₹1,050 – ₹2,000 | $12 – $24 |
| Microdiscectomy / MIS Spine Surgery | ₹1,80,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $2,160 – $4,200 |
| Endoscopic Spine Surgery | ₹2,00,000 – ₹4,00,000 | $2,400 – $4,800 |
| Cervical / Lumbar Spinal Fusion | ₹2,50,000 – ₹5,50,000 | $3,000 – $6,600 |
| Scoliosis / Kyphosis Correction | ₹6,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 | $7,200 – $14,500 |
| Cervical Disc Replacement | ₹3,50,000 – ₹6,50,000 | $4,200 – $7,800 |
*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. Gururaj M use in Spine Surgeon treatment?
Dr. Gururaj M uses advanced endoscopic and minimally invasive spine platforms, intraoperative neuromonitoring, motion-preserving disc replacement implants, and 3D image-guided navigation — many learned during his international fellowships in Germany, the USA, Japan, Hong Kong and Italy.
2. What conditions does Dr. Gururaj M specialize in treating?
Dr. Gururaj M specialises in slipped disc, scoliosis, kyphosis, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, spinal tumours, osteoporotic spine fractures, and complex revision spine surgery — making him a leading spine surgeon specialist in New Delhi, India and best spine surgeon doctor in India for keyhole and deformity correction surgery.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Gururaj M?
Appointments with Dr. Gururaj M 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. Gururaj M?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Gururaj M, 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. Gururaj M offer second opinions for Spine Surgeon cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. Gururaj M can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for international patients seeking expert review of slipped disc, scoliosis, spine tumour, or revision spine surgery cases from a senior Spine Surgeon in New Delhi, India.
