Global Hospitals, Mumbai – India
About Dr. Uday M Pawar
Dr. Uday M Pawar is a distinguished Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon in Mumbai, India, with 17+ years of experience. Hinduja Hospital-trained and ASSI-Dartmouth Fellow in USA, he has trained under Prof. Jurgen Harms at SRH Klinikum Germany and is currently Consultant Spine Surgeon at Gleneagles Global Hospital, Parel.
- 17+ years of experience in orthopaedic spine surgery
- MBBS — Dr. V. M. Medical College, Solapur (2000)
- Diploma in Orthopaedics (2004); DNB Orthopaedics (2007)
- Spine Fellowship — P.D. Hinduja Hospital, Mumbai
- ASSI-Dartmouth Spine Fellow — Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, USA
- Visiting Spine Surgeon under Prof. Jurgen Harms — SRH Klinikum, Germany
- Consultant Spine Surgeon — Gleneagles Global Hospital, Parel, Mumbai (since 2014)
- 10+ spine articles in international journals; 4 textbook chapters
- Reviewer — International Journal SPINE
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MBBS — Dr. V. M. Medical College, Solapur, Shivaji University, 2000
- Diploma in Orthopaedics (D'Ortho) — Shivaji University, 2004
- DNB (Orthopaedic Surgery) — National Board of Examinations, New Delhi, 2007
Fellowships & Special Training
- Spine Fellowship — P.D. Hinduja Hospital, Mumbai
- ASSI-Dartmouth Spine Fellow — Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, USA (Assistant Dartmouth Spine Fellow)
- Visiting Spine Surgeon under Prof. Jurgen Harms — SRH Klinikum, Germany
- Spine Foundation Fellowship
- Training in India, Germany and the USA
Certifications & Accreditations
- Maharashtra Medical Council / Medical Council of India Registration
- National Board of Examinations — DNB Orthopaedic Surgery
- Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI) — Member
- Bombay Orthopaedic Society (BOS) — Member
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Herniated / Slipped Disc (Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar)
- Spinal Stenosis
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Chronic Back Pain
- Chronic Neck Pain
- Sciatica and Radiculopathy
- Spondylolisthesis
- Scoliosis (Curvature of the Spine)
- Spinal Deformities
- Spinal Trauma and Fractures
- Spinal Tuberculosis (Spondylodiscitis)
- Spinal Tumours
- Cervical Radiculopathy and Myelopathy
- Sports Injury to Spine
- Spinal Infections
- Post-Surgical Spine Pain
Sub-specialties
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS): Day-care spine surgery and tissue-sparing procedures — a leading spine surgeon in Mumbai, India.
- Slipped Disc and Spinal Stenosis Surgery: Expertise in lumbar and cervical decompression.
- Non-Surgical Spine Pain Management: Comprehensive non-surgical pain relief approach.
- Scoliosis and Spinal Deformity Correction: Observation, bracing and surgical correction.
- Spinal Tuberculosis Surgery: Specialised expertise in MDR-TB of the spine.
Advanced Procedures & Treatments
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS)
- Day Care Spine Surgery
- Slipped Disc Surgery (Microdiscectomy)
- Spinal Stenosis Decompression
- Spinal Fusion Surgery
- Scoliosis Correction Surgery
- Cervical and Lumbar Spine Surgery
- Spinal Tumour Resection
- Spinal Trauma Fixation
- Spondylolisthesis Correction
- Cage-Based Interbody Fusion
- Pedicle Screw Fixation
- Kyphoplasty / Vertebroplasty
- Non-Surgical Spine Pain Management
- Back Rehabilitation
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
- Gleneagles Global Hospital, Parel, Mumbai — Consultant Spine Surgeon (Present, since 2014)
- OrthoDocs Speciality Clinic, Andheri West, Mumbai — Consultant (Present)
- Parel Premises, above Parel ST Depot, Parel West, Mumbai — Consultant (Present)
- Khar West Clinic, Mumbai — Consultant (Present)
- Breach Candy Clinic, Cumballa Hill, Mumbai — Consultant (Present)
Past Affiliations
- P.D. Hinduja Hospital, Mumbai — Junior Consultant, Spine Surgery (2012–2014)
- P.D. Hinduja Hospital, Mumbai — Associate Consultant, Spine Surgery (2009–2012)
- P.D. Hinduja Hospital, Mumbai — Spine Fellowship
- Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, USA — ASSI-Dartmouth Spine Fellow
- SRH Klinikum, Germany — Visiting Spine Surgeon under Prof. Jurgen Harms
- Dr. V. M. Medical College, Solapur — MBBS (2000)
Academic & Research Roles
- 10+ spine-related articles published in reputed international journals
- 4 textbook chapters authored
- Reviewer of International Journal SPINE
- Teaching and training students at undergraduate level
- Instrumental in organising vital CMEs and live surgery reviews
- Member — Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI) and Bombay Orthopaedic Society
Key Achievements
- 17+ years of experience in orthopaedic spine surgery
- Trained at P.D. Hinduja Hospital Mumbai, Dartmouth-Hitchcock USA and SRH Klinikum Germany
- Consultant Spine Surgeon at Gleneagles Global Hospital, Parel, Mumbai (since 2014)
- Visiting Spine Surgeon under Prof. Jurgen Harms — renowned German spine surgeon
- 10+ research publications in international journals including SPINE and The Journal of Arthroplasty
- 4 textbook chapters authored
- Reviewer of International Journal SPINE
Awards & Recognitions
National & International Awards
- ASSI-Dartmouth Spine Fellowship — Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, USA
- Training under Prof. Jurgen Harms — one of the world's renowned spine surgeons at SRH Klinikum, Germany
- Reviewer of International Journal SPINE
- Multiple research publications in high-impact international journals
Professional Memberships
- Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI)
- Bombay Orthopaedic Society (BOS)
- AO Spine
- Maharashtra Medical Council
- National Board of Examinations
Research & Publications
Published Papers (Selected)
- Pawar U, et al. "Multi-Drug Resistant Tuberculosis Of The Spine. Is It The Beginning Of The End?" Spine.
- Pawar U, et al. "Scintigraphic Assessment Of Patellar Viability In Total Knee Arthroplasty After Lateral Release." The Journal of Arthroplasty.
- Pawar U, et al. "Major Vessel Injury With Cage Migration: Surgical Complication In A Case Of Spondylodiscitis." Spine.
- 10+ spine-related articles published in reputed international journals.
- 4 textbook chapters authored.
Ongoing Research & Clinical Interests
- Multi-drug resistant spinal tuberculosis
- Minimally invasive spine surgery
- Day-care spine surgery
- Scoliosis correction
- Spondylolisthesis management
- Spinal trauma and complications management
- Non-surgical spine pain management
Estimated Treatment Costs
| Procedure / Consultation | Estimated Cost (INR) | Estimated Cost (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Spine Surgery Consultation | ₹1,200 – ₹3,000 | $14 – $36 |
| Microdiscectomy (Slipped Disc Surgery) | ₹2,00,000 – ₹4,00,000 | $2,400 – $4,800 |
| Spinal Stenosis Decompression | ₹2,80,000 – ₹5,00,000 | $3,360 – $6,000 |
| Spinal Fusion Surgery | ₹3,50,000 – ₹7,00,000 | $4,200 – $8,400 |
| Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery | ₹2,80,000 – ₹5,50,000 | $3,360 – $6,600 |
| Day Care Spine Surgery | ₹1,80,000 – ₹3,50,000 | $2,150 – $4,200 |
| Scoliosis Correction Surgery | ₹6,50,000 – ₹14,00,000 | $7,800 – $16,800 |
| Kyphoplasty / Vertebroplasty | ₹2,50,000 – ₹5,00,000 | $3,000 – $6,000 |
*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. Uday M Pawar use in Spine Surgeon treatment?
Dr. Uday M Pawar uses advanced techniques including minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS), day-care spine surgery, microdiscectomy for slipped disc, spinal stenosis decompression, spinal fusion, scoliosis correction, pedicle screw fixation, cage-based interbody fusion, kyphoplasty, vertebroplasty, spinal tumour resection and non-surgical spine pain management — delivering world-class spine care in Mumbai, India, based on his training in India, Germany and the USA. Virtual consultations are available for international patients.
2. What conditions does Dr. Uday M Pawar specialize in treating?
Dr. Uday M Pawar specialises in herniated/slipped disc, spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, chronic back and neck pain, sciatica, spondylolisthesis, scoliosis, spinal deformities, spinal trauma, spinal tuberculosis (including multi-drug resistant TB), spinal tumours, cervical radiculopathy and myelopathy, sports injury to spine, spinal infections and post-surgical spine pain — making him among the top spine surgeons in Mumbai, India.
3. How do I book an appointment with Dr. Uday M Pawar?
Appointments with Dr. Uday M Pawar 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. Uday M Pawar?
Yes. Cancer Rounds provides full assistance for international patients seeking treatment from Dr. Uday M Pawar, 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. Uday M Pawar offer second opinions for Spine Surgeon cases?
Yes. Second opinion consultations can be arranged via Cancer Rounds for patients who wish to review their diagnosis or treatment plan with an ASSI-Dartmouth USA and SRH Klinikum Germany-trained expert spine surgeon in Mumbai, India.
