Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre, Chennai – India
About Dr. K. Ganesh
Dr. K. Ganesh is a Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon in Chennai, India, with over 26 years of expertise in brain tumour surgery, spine microsurgery, and neurovascular disorders. Madras University-trained, he is widely recognised for his ethical practice and his international affiliations with the Congress of Neurological Surgeons (USA) and the European Association of Neurosurgeons.
- 26+ years of experience in neurosurgery and spine microsurgery
- MCh in Neurosurgery from Madras University, Chennai (1987)
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council Registration No. 35309 (1981)
- Member — Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS), USA and European Association of Neurosurgeons
- Multiple peer-reviewed publications in Neurology India
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Osmania University, Hyderabad, India, 1981
- MCh (Neurosurgery) — Madras University, Chennai, India, 1987
Fellowships & Special Training
- Specialised training in Brain Tumour Surgery and Spine Microsurgery
- Advanced training in Neurovascular Surgery and Microsurgical techniques
Certifications & Accreditations
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council Registration No. 35309 (1981)
- Life Member — Neurological Society of India (NSI)
- Member — Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS), USA
- Member — European Association of Neurosurgeons (EANS)
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Brain Tumours (Adult)
- Spinal Cord Tumours
- Cerebrovascular Disorders
- Arteriovenous Malformations (AVMs)
- Cerebral Aneurysms
- Tremor and Movement Disorders
- Meniere's Disease
- Neurotrauma (Head and Spine Injuries)
- Cervical and Lumbar Disc Disease
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
Sub-specialties
- Brain Tumour Surgery: Microsurgical excision of supratentorial and posterior fossa tumours — making him a leading neurosurgeon specialist in Chennai, India.
- Spine Microsurgery: Microsurgical disc surgery, spinal tumour excision and decompression procedures.
- Neurovascular Surgery: Aneurysm clipping, AVM excision, and microvascular decompression.
- Neurotrauma Management: Acute head and spine injury management.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Microsurgical Brain Tumour Resection (Craniotomy)
- Spinal Cord Tumour Excision
- Microsurgical Disc Surgery
- Cerebral Aneurysm Clipping
- AVM Excision
- Microvascular Decompression for Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Decompression Surgery for Cervical and Lumbar Disorders
- Neurotrauma and Head Injury Surgery
- Spinal Stabilisation and Instrumentation
List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. K. Ganesh can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre (SRMC), Porur, Chennai, India — Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon (Present)
Past Affiliations
- Senior consultancy positions across leading Chennai tertiary hospitals over more than three decades. Specific past tenures not publicly indexed.
Academic & Research Roles
- Active researcher and author of multiple papers in Neurology India
- Faculty involved in postgraduate neurosurgical teaching
Key Achievements
- 26+ years of clinical neurosurgery practice
- Multiple peer-reviewed publications in Neurology India
- International affiliations with CNS (USA) and EANS
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council registration since 1981 — among the senior-most neurosurgeons in Chennai
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Information not publicly available regarding specific named awards.
Professional Memberships
- Neurological Society of India (NSI) — Life Member
- Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS), USA
- European Association of Neurosurgeons (EANS)
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Multiple peer-reviewed publications in Neurology India on brain tumour surgery, spine microsurgery and neurovascular disorders. Specific journal citations accessible through PubMed and Neurology India archives.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Brain tumour surgery outcomes
- Spine microsurgery techniques
- Neurovascular disorders and surgical management
- Neurotrauma protocols
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurosurgery Consultation | ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 | $12 – $30 |
| Brain Tumour Surgery (Craniotomy) | ₹3,00,000 – ₹6,50,000 | $3,600 – $7,800 |
| Spinal Cord Tumour Excision | ₹2,80,000 – ₹5,50,000 | $3,360 – $6,600 |
| Microsurgical Disc Surgery | ₹1,80,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $2,160 – $4,200 |
| Aneurysm Clipping / AVM Excision | ₹3,50,000 – ₹7,50,000 | $4,200 – $9,000 |
| Microvascular Decompression (Trigeminal) | ₹2,50,000 – ₹4,50,000 | $3,000 – $5,400 |
*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. K. Ganesh use in Neurosurgeon treatment?
Dr. K. Ganesh uses advanced operating microscopes, microsurgical instrumentation, modern neuronavigation systems, and contemporary spinal stabilisation hardware. Microsurgical and minimally invasive approaches are employed wherever appropriate.
2. What conditions does Dr. K. Ganesh specialize in treating?
Dr. K. Ganesh specialises in brain tumours, spinal cord tumours, cerebrovascular disorders, AVMs, tremor, neurotrauma, and disc disease — making him a leading neurosurgeon specialist in Chennai, India and best neurosurgeon doctor in India for brain tumour surgery and spine microsurgery.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. K. Ganesh?
Appointments with Dr. K. Ganesh 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. K. Ganesh?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. K. Ganesh, 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. K. Ganesh offer second opinions for Neurosurgeon cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations with Dr. K. Ganesh can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for international patients seeking expert review of brain tumour, spine, aneurysm, AVM, or neurotrauma cases from a senior Neurosurgeon in Chennai, India.
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