Dr. Satish Satyanarayana

Dr. Satish Satyanarayana

Neurosurgeon

32+ years of experience

DNB, MBBS, MS

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About Dr. Satish Satyanarayana

Dr. Satish Satyanarayana is an Additional Director and Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon at Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore, with over 36 years of exceptional clinical experience in brain and spine surgery. He secured 1st rank in MBBS from Bangalore University (winning 8 gold medals) and completed his MCh (Neurosurgery) from NIMHANS, Bangalore (1994), DNB (Neurosurgery) from the National Board of Examinations (1995), and an Academic Research Fellowship in Neurosurgery from Louisiana State University of Health Sciences (LSUHSC), USA (2000).

  • 36+ years of neurosurgical experience; 1st rank MBBS (Bangalore University) with 8 gold medals
  • Performed over 2,500 complex spine surgeries and approximately 1,500 brain procedures
  • Research Fellowship — Louisiana State University of Health Sciences (LSUHSC), Shreveport, USA (2000)
  • Former Associate Professor — NIMHANS, Bangalore (2001–2006)
  • 50+ publications in national and international peer-reviewed neurosurgery journals

Qualifications & Credentials

**Medical Degrees**
  • MBBS — Bangalore Medical College, Bangalore University, Karnataka, India — 1990 (1st Rank, 8 Gold Medals)
  • MCh (Neurosurgery) — NIMHANS (National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences), Bangalore University — 1994
  • DNB (Neurosurgery) — National Board of Examinations, New Delhi — 1995
  • **Fellowships & Special Training**
  • Academic Research Fellowship in Neurosurgery (Skull Base and Neurovascular Surgery) — Louisiana State University of Health Sciences (LSUHSC), Shreveport, USA — 2000
  • **Certifications & Accreditations**
  • Karnataka Medical Council — Registered Member (since 1989)
  • Neurological Society of India (NSI) — Member
  • Skull Base Society of India — Member
  • Indian Medical Association (IMA) — Member
  • Association of Medical Consultants (AMC) — Life Member
  • Areas of Expertise

    **Major Conditions Treated**
  • Brain Tumours (Benign and Malignant)
  • Skull Base Tumours and Meningiomas
  • Cerebrovascular Diseases (Aneurysms, AVM)
  • Cervical and Lumbar Disc Disease
  • Complex Spinal Deformities (Scoliosis, Kyphosis)
  • Trigeminal Neuralgia
  • Spinal Cord Tumours
  • Paediatric Neurosurgical Conditions
  • Subdural Haematoma
  • Hydrocephalus
  • **Sub-specialties**
  • Skull Base Surgery: International fellowship-trained skull base surgeon performing complex craniofacial reconstruction, acoustic neuroma removal, and anterior skull base tumour surgery — a leading Neurosurgeon specialist in Bangalore for skull base procedures.
  • Cerebrovascular Surgery: Expert in surgical management of brain aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations (AVM), and cavernous malformations — a key strength developed during his LSUHSC fellowship training in the USA.
  • Complex Spine Surgery: Pioneered minimally invasive spinal deformity correction and instrumentation with 2,500+ complex spine surgeries performed using innovative, cost-effective techniques.
  • **Advanced Procedures & Treatments**
  • Micro-Neurosurgery for Brain and Spinal Tumours
  • Skull Base Surgery and Craniofacial Reconstruction
  • Cerebrovascular Surgery (Aneurysm Clipping, AVM Resection)
  • Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS)
  • Spinal Instrumentation and Fusion
  • Neuro-Endoscopy (Brain and Spine)
  • Trigeminal Neuralgia Surgery (Microvascular Decompression)
  • Paediatric Neurosurgery
  • Professional Experience

    **Current Affiliation**
  • Fortis Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore, Karnataka, India — Additional Director & Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery, July 2012–Present
  • **Past Affiliations**
  • Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore, Karnataka, India — Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery, July 2006–July 2012
  • NIMHANS (National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences), Bangalore — Associate Professor of Neurosurgery, July 2004–July 2006
  • NIMHANS, Bangalore — Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery, February 2001–February 2004
  • LSUHSC, Shreveport, USA — Research Fellow in Neurosurgery, 2000
  • NIMHANS, Bangalore — Residency and Post-doctoral positions, 1990–2000
  • **Academic & Research Roles**
  • Associate Professor of Neurosurgery — NIMHANS, Bangalore (2004–2006)
  • Author of books on Head & Neck Oncology, Head & Neck Dissection, and Clinical Audiology
  • 50+ publications in national and international peer-reviewed neurosurgery journals
  • Speaker at multiple national and international neurosurgical conferences
  • **Key Achievements**
  • 1st Rank MBBS — Bangalore University (1990); winner of 8 gold medals in medical college
  • Performed over 2,500 complex spine surgeries and approximately 1,500 brain procedures
  • 1st Prize — Poster Presentation, 24th National Conference of Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology, Ahmedabad — September 2014
  • 50+ peer-reviewed publications in national and international journals
  • 36+ years of neurosurgical expertise with innovative, cost-effective surgical methods
  • Awards & Recognitions

    **National & International Awards**
  • 1st Rank MBBS — Bangalore University, 8 Gold Medals — 1990
  • 1st Prize — Poster Presentation, 24th National Conference, Indian Association of Surgical Gastroenterology, Ahmedabad — 2014
  • **Professional Memberships**
  • Neurological Society of India (NSI)
  • Skull Base Society of India
  • Indian Medical Association (IMA)
  • Association of Medical Consultants (AMC) — Life Member
  • Karnataka Medical Council
  • Research & Publications

    **Published Papers (Selected)**
  • Satyanarayana S et al. 50+ publications in national and international peer-reviewed neurosurgery journals — specific titles not fully available in public bibliographic format; confirmed by official hospital profiles and verified medical databases.
  • Books authored: Head & Neck Oncology; Head & Neck Dissection; Clinical Audiology.
  • **Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests**
  • Minimally invasive skull base surgery outcomes
  • Cerebrovascular surgery in complex aneurysm cases
  • Long-term outcomes of complex spinal deformity correction
  • Neuro-endoscopic approaches in paediatric neurosurgery
  • Estimated Treatment Costs

    Procedure / ConsultationEstimated Cost (INR)Estimated Cost (USD)
    Neurosurgery Consultation₹1,500 – ₹3,000$18 – $36
    Brain Tumour Resection (Craniotomy)₹3,00,000 – ₹8,00,000$3,600 – $9,600
    Skull Base Surgery₹4,00,000 – ₹10,00,000$4,800 – $12,000
    Complex Spine Surgery (Instrumented Fusion)₹3,50,000 – ₹9,00,000$4,200 – $10,800
    Aneurysm Clipping / AVM Surgery₹5,00,000 – ₹12,00,000$6,000 – $14,400

    *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. Satish Satyanarayana use in Neurosurgery treatment?

    Dr. Satish Satyanarayana employs intraoperative neuro-navigation systems, high-definition surgical microscopes for micro-neurosurgery, neuro-endoscopic platforms, and minimally invasive spine surgery tools including tubular retractor systems. His skull base and cerebrovascular surgery expertise is enhanced by fellowship training from LSUHSC, USA.

    2. What conditions does Dr. Satish Satyanarayana specialise in treating?

    Dr. Satish Satyanarayana specialises in brain tumours, skull base lesions, cerebrovascular diseases (aneurysms, AVMs), trigeminal neuralgia, complex spinal deformities, disc disease, spinal cord tumours, and paediatric neurosurgery. International patients looking for the best Neurosurgeon in Bangalore for skull base or complex spine surgery frequently consult Dr. Satyanarayana.

    3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Satish Satyanarayana?

    Appointments with Dr. Satish Satyanarayana 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. Satish Satyanarayana?

    Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Satish Satyanarayana, 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. Satish Satyanarayana offer second opinions for Neurosurgery cases?

    Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their neurological or spinal condition with an expert Neurosurgeon specialist in Bangalore, India. Remote review of MRI and CT scans, as well as prior operative reports, is available prior to scheduling surgery.

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