Dr. Sunit Mediratta

• MBBS
• MS (General Surgery)
• MCh (Neurosurgery)
• DNB

• Fellowship in Cerebrovascular Surgery (Microvascular): Fujita Health University, Nagoya, Japan (July 2009).
• Fellowship in Spinal Surgery (Minimally Invasive Techniques): Hochtaunusklinik, Bad Homburg, Germany (Aug 2010).
• FIENS Volunteer: Federation International for Education in Neurosurgery (USA) – Visiting Consultant to Cayetano Heredia Hospital, Peru (Aug 2011).

• Gliomas
• Meningiomas
• Pituitary Adenomas
• Metastatic Brain Tumours
• Intramedullary and Extramedullary spinal tumours
• Cerebral Aneurysms
• AVMs (Arteriovenous Malformations)
• Moyamoya Disease
• Stroke

• Neuro-Oncology
• Spine Surgery
• Skull Base Surgery
• Functional Neurosurgery

• Microneurosurgery for complex tumours and vascular lesions.
• Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS).
• Neuronavigation-guided surgery for precise tumour resection.
• Artificial Cervical Disc Replacement.
• Management of Head Injury and Extradural Hematoma.

Current & Past Hospital Affiliations:

• Current Affiliation: Senior Consultant, Department of Neurosurgery, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, New Delhi (July 2004 – Present).
• Past Affiliations:
• Registrar in Neurosurgery Trauma Centre, Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC), New Delhi.
• Junior Resident, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi.
• Junior Resident, Bombay Hospital and Medical Research Centre, Mumbai.

Academic & Research Roles:

• Visiting Faculty: Federation International for Education in Neurosurgery (FIENS - USA) to Piura University, Peru.
• Reviewer and contributor to various neurosurgical journals.

Key Achievements & Contributions:

• Performed thousands of complex neurosurgical procedures with a high success rate over a career of 20+ years.
• Instrumental in advancing minimally invasive spine techniques.

National & International Awards:

• Recognition for voluntary service and visiting consultancy by FIENS (USA) in Peru.

Membership:

• Member of the Neurological Society of India (NSI).
• Member of the Delhi Neurological Association (DNA).
• Member of the National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS).

Published Papers in Medical Journals:

• MEN1 syndrome presents as Cushing's disease with proximal lower limb weakness: A rare phenomenon (International Journal of Neurooncology, 2023).
• Simultaneous coexisting intracranial gliosarcoma and pituitary adenoma: A rare phenomenon (International Journal of Neurooncology, 2022).
• Spontaneous Clinical and Radiological Resolution of a Large Extruded disk in the Lumbar Spine (Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics, 2022).
• Presacral epidermoid: A rare case and meningocele mimick (Indian Spine Journal, 2022).
• A rare case of primary high cervical intramedullary cysticercosis: Uncomplicated surgery but a preoperative diagnostic predicament (Indian Spine Journal, 2021).
• Cervicodorsal Intramedullary Ependymoma Presenting with Spontaneous Intratumoral Bleed and Acute Quadriparesis (Journal Name Not Listed, 2021).
• A Rare Case of Primary Spinal Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor with Long-term Follow-up (Journal Name Not Listed, 2018).
• Artificial Cervical Disk Replacement at Three Levels Following Multilevel Cervical Diskectomy (Journal Name Not Listed, 2017).

Notable Cases Handled:

• Successfully treated a rare case of simultaneous intracranial gliosarcoma and pituitary adenoma.
• Managed a complex case of cervicodorsal intramedullary ependymoma with acute quadriparesis, restoring function.
• Performed successful artificial cervical disc replacement at three levels, providing significant pain relief and mobility to the patient.

Patient Testimonials:

"Dr. Sunit Mediratta is a true saviour. My mother was diagnosed with a complex brain tumour, and we were terrified. Dr. Mediratta explained the procedure with such clarity and compassion that we felt immediately reassured. The surgery was a success, and her recovery has been remarkable. He is undoubtedly a top neurosurgeon in India."– R. Sharma

"I had been suffering from severe lumbar spinal stenosis for years. Walking had become a nightmare. I consulted Dr. Sunit Mediratta, and he suggested minimally invasive spine surgery. The results were miraculous. I was walking pain-free within days. His expertise in spine surgery is world-class."– Anita D.

"We flew in from Nigeria for my brother's aneurysm surgery. The coordination and care provided by Dr. Sunit Mediratta and his team were exceptional. He is extremely professional and skilled. We are forever grateful for his life-saving intervention."– Emmanuel O.

Patient-Centred Care:
Dr. Mediratta believes in a holistic approach where the patient's well-being and safety are paramount. He ensures effective communication, making patients feel comfortable and informed. His philosophy revolves around choosing the least invasive option that yields the best long-term outcome.

Technology & Innovation:
Leveraging his training from Japan and Germany, Dr. Mediratta utilises state-of-the-art technology such as Neuronavigation, Microscopes for Microneurosurgery, and Endoscopic tools. He is a strong proponent of minimally invasive techniques for spine and skull base surgeries to ensure faster recovery and reduced hospital stays.

Treatment costs for neurosurgical procedures vary significantly based on the complexity of the case (e.g., tumour size, location), the type of implant used (in spine surgery), and the duration of the hospital 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:
The Cancer Rounds team facilitates language interpretation services to ensure seamless communication between Dr. Mediratta and international patients.

Visa & Travel Assistance:
Cancer Rounds assists international patients with Medical Visa invitations, travel logistics, airport transfers, and accommodation arrangements near the hospital.

Pre-treatment Virtual Consultations:
International patients can avail of video consultations to discuss their MRI scans and reports with Dr. Mediratta before travelling. This is coordinated efficiently by our team.