Dr. Nigel Peter Symss

National & International Awards

• Oi-Sami Fellowship Award (2007): Awarded by Jikei University, Japan, for excellence in Hydrocephalus research.
• Spinal Fellowship Award (2011): Awarded by Flinders Medical Centre, Australia.
• Functional Neurosurgery Fellowship Award (2014): Awarded by Flinders Medical Centre, Australia.

Recognitions & Honors

• Appointed to the Continental Editorial Board of the International Journal of Hydrocephalus.
• Invited speaker at numerous National and International neurosurgical conferences

Published Papers in Medical Journals

• Is there an ideal shunt? A panoramic view of 110 years in CSF diversions and shunt systems... – Journal Name Not Listed (2014)
• Complication avoidance in transcallosal transforaminal approach to colloid cysts of the anterior third ventricle: An analysis of 80 cases – Asian Journal of Neurosurgery (2014)
• Isolated skull base primary Ewing's sarcoma: An extremely rare location – Journal of Pediatric Neurosciences (2013)
• Management of pediatric intracranial meningiomas: An analysis of 31 cases and review of literature – Child's Nervous System (2013)
• Theories of cerebrospinal fluid dynamics and hydrocephalus: Historical trend: A review – Journal Name Not Listed (2012)
• Primary intrasellar schwannoma – Journal of Neurosciences in Rural Practice (2012)
• Pediatric multifocal glioblastoma multiforme with fulminant course – Journal of Pediatric Neurosciences (2012)
• Management of pediatric colloid cysts of anterior third ventricle: A review of five cases – Journal of Pediatric Neurosciences (2012)
• Management outcome of the transcallosal, transforaminal approach to colloid cysts of the anterior third ventricle: An analysis of 78 cases – Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery (2011)
• Multiple burr hole surgery as a treatment modality for pediatric moyamoya disease – Journal of Pediatric Neurosciences (2010)

Notable Cases Handled

• Dr. Symss is renowned for his "Colloid Cyst Series," having successfully operated on over 80 patients using the transcallosal approach with excellent preservation of memory and cognitive function.
• Managed a critical case of Paediatric Moyamoya disease using multiple burr hole surgery (revascularization), which successfully halted stroke recurrence in the child.

Patient Testimonials
"Dr. Nigel Symss saved my life. I was diagnosed with a colloid cyst in the third ventricle and was suffering from severe drop attacks. His explanation of the transcallosal surgery gave me confidence. The surgery was flawless, and I was back to work in a few weeks. He is truly the best neurosurgeon in Chennai." - S. Ramanathan

"We were very worried about our son's hydrocephalus diagnosis. Dr. Symss’s experience in Japan was evident in how he handled the shunt surgery. He is kind, patient, and extremely skilled." - Mrs. V. Lakshmi

"I flew in from Sri Lanka for spinal surgery with Dr. Nigel. His diagnosis was precise, and the micro-neurosurgery technique he used relieved my leg pain immediately. The coordination through the hospital was excellent." - A. Perera

Patient-Centred Care
Dr. Symss is committed to excellence in patient care, believing that a successful surgery starts with a precise diagnosis and a compassionate understanding of the patient's needs. He prioritises explaining complex neurological conditions in simple terms to patients and their families.

Technology & Innovation
Having trained in advanced centres in Australia and Japan, Dr. Symss utilises the latest neurosurgical technologies, including Neuro-navigation, Stereotaxy, and Advanced Micro-neurosurgical techniques. This ensures high precision, minimal damage to surrounding brain tissue, and faster recovery times.

Neurosurgical procedures are highly specialised. The costs below are estimates and can vary based on the specific hospital, implant choice (e.g., shunt type), and duration of stay.

Note: These are estimated costs. For appointment booking and to get a personalised cost estimate, you can connect with the Cancer Rounds team.

Language Support
Dr. Symss is fluent in English and Tamil. For patients speaking other languages, the Cancer Rounds team provides professional interpretation services to ensure clear communication.

Visa & Travel Assistance
Our team assists international patients with Medical Visa invitations, airport transfers, and finding accommodation near the hospital in Chennai to facilitate a smooth treatment journey.

Pre-treatment Virtual Consultations
International patients can arrange a preliminary video consultation with Dr. Nigel Peter Symss via Cancer Rounds. This allows for a review of MRI/CT scans and a discussion of the surgical plan before travelling.