Amrita Hospital, Faridabad – India
About Dr. Satyakam Baruah
Dr. Satyakam Baruah is a highly accomplished, award-winning neurosurgeon, recognised as one of the leading epilepsy and functional neurosurgeons in India. With over 14 years of experience, his exceptional skill is built on a foundation of training from India’s most prestigious neurosciences institute, NIMHANS, Bangalore, and a super-specialist clinical fellowship in Epilepsy Surgery from the world-renowned Montreal Neurological Institute (MNI), Canada. This unique combination of training places him at the global forefront of neurological care. As one of the top neurosurgeons in India, he possesses elite expertise in the most advanced and minimally invasive surgical techniques, including Robotic StereoEEG, Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (LITT) for tumours and epilepsy, and neuromodulation (VNS, DBS). Dr. Baruah is dedicated to bringing world-class, international best-practice protocols to India, offering new hope to patients with complex epilepsy, brain tumours, and spinal disorders.
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- M.Ch. (Neurosurgery): National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bangalore
- MS (General Surgery): Gauhati Medical College, Assam
- MBBS: Silchar Medical College, Assam
- Clinical Fellowship in Epilepsy Surgery: Montreal Neurological Institute (MNI), McGill University, Montreal, Canada
Areas of Expertise
- Major Conditions Treated
- Drug-Resistant Epilepsy (Focal and Generalised)
- Brain Tumours (especially in eloquent and critical areas)
- Spinal Disorders (Disc Herniation, Spinal Stenosis, Degenerative Scoliosis)
- Movement Disorders (for DBS)
- Neuropathic Pain
- Hydrocephalus
- Epilepsy Surgery
- Functional Neurosurgery (DBS, VNS)
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS)
- Robotic Neurosurgery
- Neuroendoscopy
- Neuro-Oncology (Precision Excision of Brain Tumours)
- Robotic Stereoelectroencephalography (StereoEEG) for epilepsy mapping
- Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (LITT) for epilepsy and brain tumours
- Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) for epilepsy
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for epilepsy and movement disorders
- Microsurgical Resection for Epilepsy (e.g., Temporal Lobectomy, Lesionectomy)
- Thermocoagulation for epilepsy
- DREZotomy for neuropathic pain
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (Microdiscectomy, Laminectomy, Fusion)
- Neuroendoscopy (for hydrocephalus, tumours)
List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr. Satyakam Baruah can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current & Past Hospital Affiliations
- Current Affiliation: Senior Consultant & Assistant Professor, Department of Neurosurgery, Amrita Hospital, Faridabad
- Past Affiliation: Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon, Medanta - The Medicity, Gurugram
- Assistant Professor, Department of General Surgery, School of Medicine, Amrita Hospital, Faridabad.
- Active Member and Collaborator with the MNI Robotic StereoEEG Team (2018-2019).
- One of the few neurosurgeons in India with dedicated fellowship training in epilepsy surgery from the Montreal Neurological Institute, a historic world leader in the field.
- Pioneering the use of advanced minimally invasive technologies like LITT and Robotic StereoEEG in the Indian context.
- Honoured by the Prime Minister of India as one of the country's 100 meritorious students for academic excellence in Neurosurgery.
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Prime Minister’s Guest Award at the Republic Day Parade, New Delhi, for academic excellence in M.Ch Neurosurgery (2016)
- American Epilepsy Society Young Investigator Fellows Award (2018)
- Simon Groom Travel Award, McGill University, Montreal, Canada (2018-2019)
- Best Paper in Neurosurgery, 64th Annual Conference of Neurological Society of India (2015)
- Shri J.B. Modi Best Paper Award, 22nd Annual Conference of Neurotrauma Society of India (2013)
Research & Publications
Published Papers and Book Chapters
- DREZotomy in the management of post brachial plexus root avulsion neuropathic pain: fMRI correlates for pain relief, Journal of Neurosciences in Rural Practice (2021)
- Management of Adult Degenerative Scoliosis, Chapter in Book (2019)
- Dengue Fever Presenting With Cervicodorsal Acute Spinal Spontaneous Subdural Hematoma—Case Report And Review Of Literature, World Neurosurgery (2018)
- Demonstration of autonomic dysfunction in traumatic brachial plexus injury using quantitative sudomotor axon reflex test: Preliminary results, Neurology India (2017)
- Eosinophilic Granuloma of Skull with Fluid Level and Epidural Hematoma: A Case Report and Review of the Literature, Pediatric Neurosurgery (2016)
- Demonstration of autonomic dysfunction following brachial plexus injury using Quantitative Sudomotor Axon Reflex Test [QSART], Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery (2015)
- Demonstration of subclinical autonomic dysfunction following severe traumatic brain injury using serial heart rate variability monitoring, Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery (2015)
- Drezotomy in the management of post brachial plexus injury neuropathic pain: Preliminary results, Indian Journal of Neurotrauma (2014)
Patient Success Stories & Testimonials
- "Our daughter suffered from uncontrollable seizures since childhood. We had lost all hope until we met Dr. Satyakam Baruah. He performed a highly advanced epilepsy surgery after detailed robotic mapping. Today, she is seizure-free and living a normal life. His training from Canada truly makes a world of difference. He is the best epilepsy surgeon in India." - The Sharma Family
- "I had a brain tumour in a very sensitive area controlling my speech. Dr. Baruah performed a precision excision with utmost skill, removing the tumour completely without any damage. My speech is perfect. His calm confidence and clear explanations were incredibly reassuring throughout." - R. Kumar
- "I was suffering from debilitating back pain and was scared of open spine surgery. Dr. Baruah performed a minimally invasive spine surgery. I was walking the next day with minimal pain and was discharged in two days. The recovery has been phenomenal. A truly brilliant surgeon." - Anjali Singh
Treatment Approach & Philosophy
Patient-Centred Care
- Dr. Baruah is dedicated to providing healthcare of the highest ethical standards, benchmarked against international best-practice protocols. His primary goal is to achieve the best possible outcomes while preserving neurological function. He specialises in "precision excision" of tumours in eloquent brain regions, ensuring that vital functions like speech and movement are protected.
- He is a leader in leveraging cutting-edge technology to make neurosurgery safer and more effective. His expertise in Robotics, Neuroendoscopy, and Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (LITT) represents the future of neurosurgery. This commitment to minimally invasive techniques allows him to treat complex conditions like epilepsy and deep-seated brain tumours with unprecedented accuracy, leading to fewer complications and faster recovery for patients.
Treatment Costs
| Treatment/Procedure | Estimated Cost in INR | Estimated Cost in USD |
| Epilepsy Surgery (Resective) | ₹5,00,000 - ₹9,00,000 | $6,000 - $10,800 |
| Laser Interstitial Thermal Therapy (LITT) | ₹12,00,000 - ₹18,00,000 | $14,400 - $21,600 |
| Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) | ₹3,50,000 - ₹6,00,000 | $4,200 - $7,200 |
| Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) - Device Extra | ₹4,00,000 - ₹7,00,000 | $4,800 - $8,400 |
International Patient Assistance
Language Support
- The Cancer Rounds team provides professional language interpretation services to ensure clear and comfortable communication for international patients during their consultations with Dr. Satyakam Baruah and his medical team.
- Our dedicated international patient services team offers comprehensive support, including medical visa facilitation, flight and accommodation arrangements, and airport transfers for a hassle-free visit to India.
- Dr. Satyakam Baruah is available for pre-treatment online consultations. This allows patients from around the world to receive an expert second opinion on complex conditions like epilepsy and brain tumours, and have a preliminary treatment plan before travelling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Baruah's super-specialist fellowship in Epilepsy Surgery from the Montreal Neurological Institute, Canada—a world-leading centre for epilepsy—combined with his foundational training from NIMHANS, India's best neuro institute, gives him a unique and unparalleled level of expertise, making him one of the best epilepsy surgeons in India.
Robotic StereoEEG is a minimally invasive diagnostic procedure where a robot is used to place multiple fine electrodes deep into the brain with pinpoint accuracy. This helps to identify the exact source of seizures in complex cases of epilepsy, making subsequent surgery safer and more effective. Dr. Baruah was an active member of the MNI's robotic team.
LITT is a cutting-edge, minimally invasive technique where a laser probe is precisely guided to a deep-seated brain tumour or an epileptic focus. The laser then uses heat to destroy the abnormal tissue without the need for a large, open brain surgery. Dr. Baruah is one of the few surgeons in India with international training in this procedure.
Patients who continue to have seizures despite trying two or more anti-epileptic medications are considered to have drug-resistant epilepsy and may be candidates for surgery. A detailed evaluation by an expert like Dr. Baruah is needed to determine if surgery can offer a cure or significant seizure reduction.
MISS involves using smaller incisions and specialised instruments (like tubes and endoscopes) to treat spinal conditions like herniated discs or stenosis. This approach leads to less muscle damage, reduced pain, shorter hospital stays, and a much faster recovery compared to traditional open spine surgery.
Functional Neurosurgery is a sub-speciality that aims to treat neurological disorders by modulating the function of the nervous system. This includes procedures like Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) and Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) for epilepsy and movement disorders. Dr. Baruah is highly trained in these techniques.
You can schedule a virtual consultation for a second opinion with Dr. Baruah by contacting the Cancer Rounds. The team will facilitate the appointment and help you share your medical scans (MRI, EEG) and reports for his expert review.
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