About Dr Jacob Eapen Mathew
Dr Jacob Eapen Mathew is one of India's most internationally trained Spine and Neurosurgeons with over 18 years of experience, specialising in minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) and complex scoliosis and spine deformity correction in both adult and paediatric patients.
- 18+ years of clinical experience in neurosurgery and complex spine surgery
- MBBS and MCh in Neurosurgery from two of India's most prestigious mission medical school campuses
- Completed multiple international fellowships across Canada (neurological institute and university teaching centres in Montreal) and Germany (neuro-endoscopy training in western Germany)
- AO Spine North America Certified Fellowship
- One of the very few neurosurgeons in India with orthopaedic spine training to perform scoliosis and spine deformity surgery
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore, India
- MCh (Neurosurgery) — Christian Medical College (CMC), Ludhiana, India
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowship in Neuro-Endoscopy — Hospital of Barmherzigen Brüder, Trier, Germany
- Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery — Montreal Neurological Institute, McGill University, Montreal, Canada
- Fellowship in Spine Surgery (Orthopaedic Scoliosis and Adult Spine Deformity) — Montreal General Hospital, McGill University, Montreal, Canada
- Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery — Jewish General Hospital, Montreal, Canada
- Fellowship in Paediatric Scoliosis and Deformity — Shriners Hospital for Children and Montreal Children's Hospital, Montreal, Canada
- AO Spine North America Certified Fellowship
Certifications & Accreditations
- Kerala Medical Council Registration
- Neurological Society of India — Member
- Spine Society of India — Member
- AO Spine — Certified Fellow
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Scoliosis (Adolescent & Adult Idiopathic Scoliosis)
- Spinal Deformity (Kyphosis, Lordosis, Scheuermann's Disease)
- Cervical Disc Herniation & Spondylosis
- Lumbar Disc Herniation & Sciatica
- Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Tumours (Intradural & Extradural)
- Spinal Trauma & Fractures
- Spondylolisthesis
- Spinal Cord Compression
- Paediatric Spine Disorders
- Degenerative Disc Disease
Sub-specialties
- Scoliosis & Spine Deformity Correction: Adult and paediatric scoliosis surgery — one of the very few neurosurgeons in India trained in orthopaedic spine deformity correction, making him a leading Spine Surgeon specialist in Kochi, India.
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS): Microdiscectomy, endoscopic spine surgery and minimally invasive fusion — trusted as the best Spine Surgeon doctor in India for MISS procedures.
- Disc Replacement & Spinal Fusion: Cervical and lumbar disc replacement, TLIF, PLIF and ACDF.
- Spinal Tumour Surgery: Resection of intradural and extradural spinal tumours.
- Paediatric Spine Surgery: Treatment of paediatric scoliosis, congenital spine anomalies and deformities.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Scoliosis Correction Surgery (Adult & Paediatric)
- Spine Deformity Correction (Kyphosis, Lordosis)
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS)
- Microdiscectomy (Cervical & Lumbar)
- Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion (ACDF)
- Cervical & Lumbar Artificial Disc Replacement
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion (TLIF, PLIF, OLIF)
- Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- Spinal Tumour Resection
- Spinal Trauma & Fracture Fixation
- Vertebroplasty & Kyphoplasty
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Consultant Spine Surgeon & Neurosurgeon — Aster Medcity, Kochi, India (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Spine Surgery Fellow — Montreal Neurological Institute, McGill University, Montreal, Canada
- Spine Surgery Fellow — Montreal General Hospital, McGill University, Montreal, Canada
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery Fellow — Jewish General Hospital, Montreal, Canada
- Paediatric Scoliosis & Deformity Fellow — Shriners Hospital for Children and Montreal Children's Hospital, Montreal, Canada
- Neuro-Endoscopy Fellow — Hospital of Barmherzigen Brüder, Trier, Germany
Academic & Research Roles
- Active participant and faculty in AO Spine and Indian spine surgery conferences
- Trains junior neurosurgeons in scoliosis surgery and MISS techniques
- Conducted workshops on spine deformity correction
Key Achievements
- 18+ years of clinical experience in neurosurgery and complex spine surgery
- One of the very few neurosurgeons in India trained in orthopaedic spine deformity correction
- Internationally trained at top centres in Canada (McGill, Shriners) and Germany
- AO Spine North America Certified Fellow
- Active patient base from across India, the Middle East and Africa
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- AO Spine North America Certified Fellowship
- International Fellowships at McGill University, Shriners Hospital and Hospital of Barmherzigen Brüder, Trier
Professional Memberships
- Neurological Society of India
- Spine Society of India
- AO Spine
- Indian Medical Association (IMA)
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Conference presentations at AO Spine and Spine Society of India annual meetings
- Peer-reviewed contributions on minimally invasive spine surgery and scoliosis correction
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Scoliosis and spine deformity correction outcomes
- Minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) techniques
- Paediatric spine surgery
- Spinal cord stimulation for chronic pain
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Spine Surgery Consultation | ₹1,200 – ₹2,500 | $15 – $30 |
| Scoliosis Correction Surgery | ₹6,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 | $7,200 – $14,400 |
| Lumbar Microdiscectomy | ₹1,60,000 – ₹3,20,000 | $1,920 – $3,840 |
| ACDF (Cervical Discectomy & Fusion) | ₹2,30,000 – ₹4,80,000 | $2,760 – $5,760 |
| Cervical Artificial Disc Replacement | ₹3,20,000 – ₹6,80,000 | $3,840 – $8,160 |
| Lumbar Spinal Fusion (TLIF/PLIF/OLIF) | ₹2,80,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,360 – $7,200 |
| Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) | ₹2,50,000 – ₹5,80,000 | $3,000 – $6,960 |
| Spinal Tumour Resection | ₹3,00,000 – ₹7,50,000 | $3,600 – $9,000 |
| Vertebroplasty / Kyphoplasty | ₹1,80,000 – ₹3,80,000 | $2,160 – $4,560 |
*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 Jacob Eapen Mathew use in Spine Surgeon treatment?
Dr Jacob Eapen Mathew uses cutting-edge spine surgery techniques including scoliosis and spine deformity correction (adult and paediatric), minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS), microdiscectomy, cervical and lumbar artificial disc replacement, lumbar spinal fusion (TLIF, PLIF, OLIF), endoscopic spine surgery, vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty. He is internationally trained at McGill University, Shriners Hospital and AO Spine North America. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are available to international patients through Cancer Rounds.
2. What conditions does Dr Jacob Eapen Mathew specialize in treating?
Dr Jacob Eapen Mathew is a specialist Spine Surgeon treating scoliosis, spinal deformity, kyphosis, cervical and lumbar disc herniation, sciatica, spinal stenosis, spinal tumours, spinal trauma, spondylolisthesis, spinal cord compression, paediatric spine disorders and degenerative disc disease. International patients seek him as a leading Spine Surgeon specialist in Kochi, India.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr Jacob Eapen Mathew?
Appointments with Dr Jacob Eapen Mathew 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 Jacob Eapen Mathew?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr Jacob Eapen Mathew, 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 Jacob Eapen Mathew offer second opinions for Spine Surgeon cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr Jacob Eapen Mathew can be arranged through Cancer Rounds — particularly valuable for international patients evaluating scoliosis correction surgery, complex spine deformity or paediatric spine surgery with an internationally trained Spine Surgeon specialist in Kochi, India.
