Dr. Rajan Shah

Neurosurgeon

Dr. Rajan Shah

Senior Director

40+ years of experience
MBBS, MS, MCh, Fellowship
Nanavati Super Specialty Hospital, Mumbai - India

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    OPD Schedule Of Dr. Rajan Shah

    Consultation Fees Rs. 2000 /-
    Nanavati Super Specialty Hospital, Mumbai
    MON
    02:00 PM - 06:00 PM
    TUE
    02:00 PM - 06:00 PM
    WED
    02:00 PM - 06:00 PM
    THU
    02:00 PM - 06:00 PM
    FRI
    02:00 PM - 06:00 PM
    SAT
    09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
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    Areas of Expertise

    Dr. Rajan Shah

    • Brain Tumor Surgery (gliomas, meningiomas, acoustic neuromas, skull-base tumors)
    • Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery (aneurysms, AVMs, cavernomas)
    • Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
    • Endoscopic Neurosurgery (pituitary tumors, intraventricular lesions)
    • Skull-Base Neurosurgery
    • Functional Neurosurgery (trigeminal neuralgia, chronic pain, movement disorders)
    • Trauma & Emergency Neurosurgery
    • Micro-neurosurgery and precision-guided surgery
    Major Cancer Types Treated Although Dr. Rajan Shah is not an oncologist, he performs neurosurgical management of a wide range of neuro-oncological (brain and spine) cancers, including:
    • Gliomas (low-grade & high-grade, including GBM)
    • Meningiomas
    • Pituitary Adenomas Schwannomas / Acoustic Neuromas
    • Brain Metastases from systemic cancers
    • Spinal Cord Tumors (intramedullary & extramedullary)
    • Skull-Base Tumors (clival tumors, chordomas, cranio-pharyngiomas)
    These are among the most common and complex tumors treated by high-volume neurosurgeons like him.

    Qualifications & Credentials

    • Highly experienced Neurosurgeon with 40+ years of clinical expertise
    • Director & Head, Department of Neurosurgery, Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai
    • Recognized for advanced neurosurgical work in brain tumors, aneurysms, vascular lesions, skull-base surgery, and minimally invasive spine techniques
    Medical Degrees
    • MBBS – KEM Hospital & Seth G.S. Medical College, Mumbai
    • MS (General Surgery) – Grant Medical College & Sir JJ Hospital, Mumbai
    • MCh (Neurosurgery) – Grant Medical College & Sir JJ Hospital, Mumbai
    (These are consistently listed in major medical directories, clinician profiles, and hospital listings.) Fellowships & Special Training Dr. Rajan Shah has undergone advanced neurosurgical training at top international centers, including:
    • Fellowship in Neuro-Vascular & Skull-Base Surgery – USA (Mount Sinai Hospital, New York – publicly referenced in multiple profiles)
    • Advanced Training in Neuro-Oncology & Endoscopic Neurosurgery – Japan (Fujita HealthUniversity Hospital)
    • Special Training in Microsurgical Techniques – Europe (Beaumont Hospital, Dublin; other European centers featured in doctor directories)
    These fellowships strengthened his expertise in:
    • Cerebral aneurysm surgery
    • AVM & vascular lesion management
    • Skull-base tumor removal
    • Minimally invasive and endoscopic neurosurgical approaches
    Certifications & Accreditations
    • Licensed Neurosurgeon registered under the Maharashtra Medical Council
    • Accredited by leading hospitals in Mumbai for high-complexity neurosurgical procedures
    • Recognized as a senior neurosurgical expert by multiple national and international professional bodies (as referenced across multiple hospital profiles)
    • Known for contributions to the adoption of microneurosurgical and minimally invasive standards in India

    Professional Experience

    Current Affiliation:

    Director & Head – Department of Neurosurgery
    Nanavati Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mumbai

    • Leads one of Mumbai’s highest-volume neurosurgery units.
    • Specializes in brain tumors, aneurysm surgery, skull-base surgery, and minimally invasive spine procedures.
    • Oversees complex neurosurgical care, clinical training, and adoption of advanced microsurgical techniques.

    Past Affiliations:

    Dr. Rajan M. Shah has been associated with several prominent hospitals and neurosurgical centers across Mumbai, including:

    • Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai – Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon
    • Global Hospital, Parel – Consultant Neurosurgeon
    • Saifee Hospital, Mumbai – Visiting Neurosurgeon
    • Panacea Hospital, Mumbai – Consultant
    • Jaslok-associated and other tertiary neurosurgical units (as listed across doctor directories)

    These roles involved:

    • High-volume neurosurgery practice
    • Neuro-oncology, cerebrovascular, and spine surgeries
    • Training young neurosurgeons
    • Building specialized neurosurgical services

    Academic & Teaching Experience

    • Trained and mentored postgraduate students in neurosurgery during his tenure at major teaching hospitals in Mumbai.
    • Involved in clinical training programs, microsurgical technique workshops, and neurosurgery skill development.
    • Invited speaker at various national and international neurosurgery conferences.
    • Contributor to scientific discussions, case presentations, and neurosurgical knowledge platforms.
    • Active participant in continued medical education (CME) programs focusing on:
      • Brain tumor surgery advancements
      • Minimally invasive neurosurgery
      • Modern techniques in cerebrovascular surgery

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