Apollo Specialty Hospitals, Vanagaram – India
About Dr. Selvapandian S
Dr. Selvapandian S. is a Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon at Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Vanagaram, Chennai, with 37 years of experience, specialising in neurovascular disorders, neuroendoscopy, epilepsy surgery, skull base surgery, and deep brain stimulation.
- 37 years of neurosurgical experience; MBBS from JIPMER Pondicherry (1987), MCh from CMC Vellore (1994) — both among India's premier medical institutions
- Best Paper Award for Differentiating Gliosis and Glioma (1993) and Remarkable Recovery Following Carotid Stenting (2006)
- Publications in national and international journals including work on Elective Intermittent Temporary Clipping in Aneurysm Surgery
- Faculty member at national and international neurosurgery workshops
- Member: NSI, ISSFN, ISCS, ACNS, Society for Biotechnologists (India), Congress of Neurological Surgeons (USA)
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — JIPMER (Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education & Research), Pondicherry (Dr. MGR Medical University), 1987
- MCh (Neurosurgery) — Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore (Dr. MGR Medical University), 1994
Fellowships & Special Training
- Subspecialty training in Neurovascular Disorders & Neuroendoscopy — CMCH, Vellore (1994–1998 & 2005–2007)
Certifications & Accreditations
- Tamil Nadu Medical Council Registration (No. 42634)
- Member — Neurological Society of India (NSI)
- Member — Indian Society of Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery (ISSFN)
- Member — Indian Society of Cerebrovascular Surgery (ISCS)
- Member — Asian Conference of Neurological Surgeons (ACNS)
- Member — Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS), USA
- Member — Society for Biotechnologists, India
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Brain Tumours (Meningioma, Glioma, Pituitary Adenoma)
- Intracranial Aneurysms & Subarachnoid Haemorrhage
- Arteriovenous Malformations (AVMs)
- Moyamoya Disease
- Drug-Resistant Epilepsy
- Parkinson's Disease & Movement Disorders (Surgical)
- Hydrocephalus
- Craniosynostosis
- Peripheral Nerve Disorders
- Spinal Conditions
Sub-specialties
- Cerebrovascular Surgery: Expert in aneurysm clipping, AVM resection, and carotid stenting — a leading cerebrovascular neurosurgeon in Chennai, India.
- Epilepsy Surgery: Comprehensive surgical management of drug-resistant epilepsy including vagus nerve stimulation (VNS).
- Neuroendoscopy: Trained in endoscopic approaches for hydrocephalus and intraventricular pathology — subspecialty since CMC Vellore training.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Aneurysm Clipping & Coiling
- Craniotomy for Brain Tumour Resection
- Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
- Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) for Epilepsy
- Neuroendoscopic Surgery
- Carotid Stenting
- Petrosal Sinus Sampling (Pituitary)
- Brain Suite Procedures
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Apollo Speciality Hospitals, Vanagaram, Chennai — Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon, Present
Past Affiliations
- CMCH (Christian Medical College Hospital), Vellore — Subspecialty Training (1994–1998 & 2005–2007)
- Indo American Hospital — Consultant Neurosurgeon (1999–2004)
- Square Hospital, Dhaka, Bangladesh — Consultant Neurosurgeon (2008–2010)
Academic & Research Roles
- Faculty Member — National and International Neurosurgery Workshops
- Multiple papers presented at national and international conferences
Key Achievements
- 37 years of neurosurgical practice across India and Bangladesh
- MCh from CMC Vellore — India's most prestigious neurosurgery training programme
- Two Best Paper Awards (1993, 2006)
- International surgical experience including Square Hospital, Dhaka
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Best Paper Award — Differentiating Gliosis and Glioma using Acridine Orange, December 1993
- Best Paper Award — Remarkable Recovery Following Carotid Stenting, September 2006
Professional Memberships
- Neurological Society of India (NSI)
- Indian Society of Stereotactic & Functional Neurosurgery (ISSFN)
- Indian Society of Cerebrovascular Surgery (ISCS)
- Asian Conference of Neurological Surgeons (ACNS)
- Congress of Neurological Surgeons (CNS), USA
- Society for Biotechnologists, India
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- 'Elective Intermittent Temporary Clipping in Aneurysm Surgery.' National Journal. (Latest publication — full citation not publicly available.)
- Multiple publications in national and international neurosurgery journals.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Cerebrovascular surgical outcomes
- Epilepsy surgery and VNS outcomes in South Asian populations
- Neuroendoscopic techniques in hydrocephalus management
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Neurosurgery Consultation | ₹600 – ₹1,800 | $7 – $22 |
| Craniotomy for Brain Tumour | ₹2,00,000 – ₹5,00,000 | $2,400 – $6,000 |
| Aneurysm Clipping Surgery | ₹3,00,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,600 – $7,200 |
| Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) | ₹6,00,000 – ₹12,00,000 | $7,200 – $14,400 |
| Epilepsy Surgery (VNS Implant) | ₹3,00,000 – ₹6,00,000 | $3,600 – $7,200 |
*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. Selvapandian S. use in neurosurgery treatment?
Dr. Selvapandian uses neuroendoscopy, deep brain stimulation (DBS), vagus nerve stimulation (VNS), brain suite intraoperative imaging, carotid stenting, and microsurgical techniques for complex aneurysm and AVM surgery — reflecting 37 years of neurosurgical mastery at CMC Vellore–trained level.
2. What conditions does Dr. Selvapandian S. specialise in treating?
Dr. Selvapandian specialises in brain tumours, intracranial aneurysms, AVMs, Moyamoya disease, drug-resistant epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, hydrocephalus, and peripheral nerve disorders. Patients from Tamil Nadu and across South Asia seek his expertise as a leading neurosurgeon in Chennai.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Selvapandian S.?
Appointments with Dr. Selvapandian S. 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. Selvapandian S.?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Selvapandian S., 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. Selvapandian S. offer second opinions for neurosurgery cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations for brain tumours, cerebrovascular surgery, epilepsy, and movement disorders can be arranged via Cancer Rounds, connecting patients with one of Chennai's most experienced and internationally recognised neurosurgeons.
