Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road, Bangalore – India
About Dr. Thomas J Kishen
Dr. Thomas Joseph Kishen is a Consultant in Spine Surgery and Spine Care at Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road and Manipal Northside Malleshwaram, Bangalore, with over 29 years of orthopaedic and spine surgery experience. He holds the Dr. Balu Sankaran Gold Medal for standing first in India in the DNB Orthopaedics examination (2001), FRCS (Edinburgh, UK), and completed five years of advanced spine training at St. George Hospital, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia, with additional visiting fellowships at Seoul Spine Institute (South Korea) and Washington University, St. Louis (USA).
- 29+ years of orthopaedic and spine surgery experience
- MBBS — Mangalore University, Karnataka, 1996
- Diploma in Orthopaedics (DO) — Kasturba Medical College (MAHE), 1999
- DNB (Orthopaedics) — National Board of Examinations, New Delhi, 2001 (Gold Medal — First in India)
- FRCS — Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Fellowship Spine Surgery — Ganga Hospital, Coimbatore, 2005 (ASSI-DePuy Best Spine Research Award)
- 5 years advanced training — St. George Hospital, University of NSW, Sydney, Australia
- Visiting Fellowships — Seoul Spine Institute (South Korea); Washington University, St. Louis (USA)
- 95% patient rating; 96% recommendation rate (HexaHealth)
OPD Schedule Of Dr. Thomas J Kishen
Consultation Fees Rs. 850 /-
Manipal Hospital (Old Airport Road) Bangalore
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Mangalore University, Karnataka, India, 1996
- Diploma in Orthopaedics (DO) — Kasturba Medical College (MAHE / Manipal Academy of Higher Education), Mangalore, India, 1999
- DNB — Orthopaedics / Orthopedic Surgery — National Board of Examinations, New Delhi, India, 2001 (Gold Medal — First in India)
- FRCS — Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Fellowships & Special Training
- Fellowship — Spine Surgery — Ganga Hospital & Research Centre, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India, 2005
- Advanced Training (5 years) — Spine Surgery — St. George Hospital, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia (Graduate Certificate in University Learning & Teaching)
- Visiting Fellowship — Seoul Spine Institute, South Korea
- Visiting Fellowship — Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri, USA (Barnes Jewish Hospital, Shriners Hospital, St. Louis Children's Hospital)
Certifications & Accreditations
- Karnataka Medical Council Registration
- Member — Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI)
- Member — Medical Council of India (MCI)
- Graduate Certificate in University Learning & Teaching — University of New South Wales, Sydney
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Disc Prolapse (Slip Disc) — Cervical & Lumbar
- Cervical Myelopathy & Radiculopathy
- Lumbar Canal Stenosis
- Scoliosis (Paediatric & Adult)
- Kyphosis & Spinal Deformity
- Spinal Fractures & Trauma
- Spinal Tumours
- Spinal Tuberculosis (Pott's Spine)
- Osteoporotic Vertebral Fractures
- Musculoskeletal Pain
Sub-specialties
- Scoliosis & Kyphosis Correction: Special clinical interest in spinal deformity correction surgery — Dr. Kishen has extensive international experience in scoliosis and kyphosis surgery from his 5-year advanced training at St. George Hospital, Sydney, making him a leading scoliosis surgeon in Bangalore for complex paediatric and adult deformity cases.
- Complex Spinal Reconstruction: Expertise in posterior column shortening for active spinal tuberculosis (ASSI-DePuy Best Spine Research Award, 2005) and complex spinal reconstruction — a technically demanding procedure supported by his Seoul Spine Institute and Washington University training.
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery: Skilled in disc surgery, spinal fusions, vertebroplasty, kyphoplasty, and spinal injections across all levels of the spine — providing FRCS and fellowship-backed surgical precision for international patients seeking spine surgery in India.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Scoliosis Correction (Paediatric & Adult)
- Kyphosis Correction
- ACDF / ACDR (Cervical Disc Surgery & Arthroplasty)
- Microdiscectomy & TLIF / PLIF (Lumbar Fusion)
- Laminectomy & Decompression
- Vertebroplasty & Kyphoplasty (Osteoporotic Fractures)
- Spinal Tumour Surgery
- Posterior Column Shortening (for active Pott's Spine)
- Spinal Injections (Epidural, Facet)
- Non-Surgical Spine Rehabilitation & Pain Management
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road, Bengaluru — Consultant, Spine Surgery & Spine Care, Present
- Manipal Northside Hospital, Malleshwaram, Bengaluru — Consultant, Spine Surgery, Present
Past Affiliations
- St. George Hospital, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia — Advanced Training (5 years)
- Seoul Spine Institute, South Korea — Visiting Fellowship
- Washington University, St. Louis, USA — Visiting Fellowship
- Ganga Hospital & Research Centre, Coimbatore — Spine Fellowship (2005)
- PSG Institute of Medical Sciences, Coimbatore — DNB Orthopaedics Training
Academic & Research Roles
- Teaching — University of New South Wales, Sydney (awarded Graduate Certificate in University Learning & Teaching)
- Published numerous papers in peer-reviewed spine surgery journals
- Contributed chapters to books on Spine Surgery
- Presenter — national and international spine surgery conferences
Key Achievements
- 29+ years of spine surgery experience
- Dr. Balu Sankaran Gold Medal — First in India, DNB Orthopaedics (2001)
- FRCS Edinburgh (UK) — international surgical specialist qualification
- 5 years advanced training at St. George Hospital, Sydney (University of NSW)
- Visiting fellowships at Seoul Spine Institute and Washington University, USA
- 95% patient rating; 96% recommendation rate (HexaHealth)
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- Dr. Balu Sankaran Gold Medal — First in India, DNB Orthopaedics Examination (2001)
- Professor M.V. Daniel Gold Medal — Exemplary Commitment to Patient Care, PSG Institute of Medical Sciences, Coimbatore (2000)
- Dr. Premananda Nayak Award — Best Outgoing DO Student, MAHE University, Manipal (1998)
- ASSI-DePuy Best Spine Research Award — ASSI Conference, Bangalore (January 2005) — Paper: "Is single-stage posterior column shortening a safe and reliable procedure in active spinal tuberculosis?"
Professional Memberships
- Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI)
- Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh (FRCS)
- Medical Council of India (MCI)
- Karnataka Medical Council
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- "Is single-stage posterior column shortening a safe and reliable procedure in active spinal tuberculosis?" — ASSI-DePuy Best Spine Research Award, ASSI Conference, Bangalore, 2005.
- Numerous papers published in peer-reviewed national and international spine surgery journals (full list on request).
- Chapters contributed to books on Spinal Surgery.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Spinal deformity correction (scoliosis, kyphosis) outcomes
- Active spinal tuberculosis surgical management
- Non-operative spine care and minimally invasive techniques
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Spine Surgery Consultation | ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 | $12 – $30 |
| Scoliosis / Kyphosis Correction Surgery | ₹4,00,000 – ₹10,00,000 | $4,800 – $12,000 |
| Cervical / Lumbar Disc Surgery (ACDF, Microdiscectomy) | ₹1,50,000 – ₹4,00,000 | $1,800 – $4,800 |
| Spinal Fusion (TLIF / PLIF) | ₹2,50,000 – ₹5,50,000 | $3,000 – $6,600 |
| Vertebroplasty / Kyphoplasty | ₹80,000 – ₹2,00,000 | $960 – $2,400 |
*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. Thomas J Kishen use in Spine Surgery treatment?
Dr. Thomas J Kishen employs the latest evidence-based tools and minimally invasive techniques relevant to Spine Surgery. Virtual consultations and remote second opinions are available to international patients. Contact Cancer Rounds for a detailed technology overview specific to your case.
2. What conditions does Dr. Thomas J Kishen specialize in treating?
Dr. Thomas J Kishen is a specialist in Spine Surgery, treating a broad spectrum of conditions in this field — including both common presentations and complex, rare cases requiring expert Spine Surgery care.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Thomas J Kishen?
Appointments with Dr. Thomas J Kishen 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. Thomas J Kishen?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Thomas J Kishen, 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. Thomas J Kishen offer second opinions for Spine Surgery cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with an expert Spine Surgery specialist.
