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Dr. Kapil Khandelwal

Dr. Kapil Khandelwal

Neurosurgeon ·
, Mumbai, India

15 Years of experience ·
Languages Spoken: Hindi , English

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About Dr. Kapil Khandelwal

Conditions Treated by Dr. Kapil Khandelwal

A neurosurgeon is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis as well as surgical treatment of conditions of the central and peripheral nervous system, such as congenital anomalies, infections of the brain or spine, stroke, trauma, tumors, vascular disorders, or degenerative diseases of the spine. Here is a list of some of the conditions Dr. Kapil Khandelwal treats:

  • Brain Tumor - Glioblastoma
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
  • Spinal Arthritis
  • Disc Herniation
  • Arteriovenous Malformation
  • Huntington's Disease
  • Aneurysm
  • Brain Cancers
  • Dystonia
  • Congenital Spine Disorders
  • High Intracranial Pressure
  • Fractured Vertebra
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Disc Pain
  • Meningioma
  • Mixed Gliomas
  • Multiple Sclerosis
  • Disc Dessication
  • Disc Degeneration
  • Scoliosis
  • Stroke
  • Pinched Nerve
  • Brain Infection
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Ependymomas
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Brain Tumor
  • Slip Disc
  • Csf Obstruction
  • Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma
  • Vertebral Tumors
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Disc Bulge
  • Chronic Depression
  • Paget'S Disease
  • Cerebral Edema
  • Spinal Tumor
  • Epilepsy
  • Pituitary Adenoma
  • Astrocytoma
  • Tremors
  • Vertebral Hemangioma
  • Achondroplasia
  • Vertebral Compression Fractures
  • Dementia
  • Traumatic Head Injury
  • Brain Abscess
  • Vertebral Osteoporosis
  • Meningiomas
  • Glioma
  • Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
  • Acoustic Neuroma
  • Oligodendrogliomas
  • Tourette's Syndrome
  • Disc Disease

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Kapil Khandelwal

Neurological conditions produce different symptoms ranging from mild to severe. You should never ignore any such symptoms because these may lead to severe results if left unaddressed. Some of the signs and symptoms that neurological disorders can produce are listed below.

  • Inability to maintain normal posture due to stiffness and/or pain
  • Muscle spasms either with activity or at rest
  • Stiffness in the low back area
  • Rapidly increasing head circumference
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Headaches, which may be severe and worsen with activity or in the early morning
  • Moderate to severe pain in lower back, buttock and down your leg
  • Memory problems
  • “Pins and needles” feeling in your legs, toes or feet
  • Sleep problems
  • Drowsiness
  • Fatigue
  • Pain that worsens with movement; loss of movement
  • Bulging and tense fontanelle or soft spot
  • Seizures
  • Prominent scalp veins
  • restricting range of motion
  • Unusually large head size
  • Downward deviation of eyes or sunset sign
  • Numbness or weakness in your lower back, buttock, leg or feet

When the brain is damaged, it affects different things, including memory, sensation, and even an individual’s personality. Brain disorders are caused by illness, genetics, and traumatic injury. These disorders can produce different symptoms.

Operating Hours of Dr. Kapil Khandelwal

You can find Doctor Kapil Khandelwal in the clinic/hospital from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. You should confirm the doctor’s availability you visit him. This is because, sometimes, the doctor is out of the station or might be occupied in some emergencies.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Kapil Khandelwal

The popular procedures that Dr. Kapil Khandelwal performs are listed below:

  • Laminectomy
  • Spinal Fusion
  • Deep Brain Stimulation
  • Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
  • Kyphoplasty
  • Craniotomy
  • Brain Tumour Treatment
  • Microdiscectomy
  • Scoliosis Surgery

One of the eminent neurosurgeons in the world, Dr. Kapil Khandelwal has specialized in the surgical treatment of diseases of the nervous system. The doctor works with a team of highly experienced physicians and can handle even the most complex with quite an ease. The neurosurgeon follows all medical protocols to ensure patient safety.

Qualification

  • MS
  • MCH (Neurosurgery)

Work Experiences

  • Currently working at Fortis Hospital Mulund

Memberships (5)

  • Neurological Society of India
  • AO Spine
  • Association of Spine Surgeon of India
  • Neurospinal Surgeons Association
  • Bombay Neurosciences Association

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Procedures Performed

ALIF - Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion
Anterior Cervical Discectomy
Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion - ACDF
Artificial Lumbar Disc Replacement
Brain Tumour Treatment
Carotid Endarterectomy (CEA)
Cerebral Angiogram
Cerebral Angioplasty
Cerebral Dorsal Rhizotomy
Cervical Corpectomy
Cervical Decompression
Cervical Fusion
Craniotomy
Deep Brain Stimulation
Disc Replacement ( Cervical /Lumber)
Kyphoplasty
Laminectomy
Microdiscectomy
Scoliosis Surgery
Spinal Decompression and Fixation
Spinal Fusion

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Kapil Khandelwal is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Mumbai, India.

No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence

Dr. Kapil Khandelwal is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 12 years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

Dr. Kapil Khandelwal is a renowned neurosurgeon who is known for his patient-centric approach and high success rate. The doctor evaluates the condition of the patient completely before performing any procedure to understand the risk associated with the procedure. With vast experience in performing even the most complex cases with high precision and accuracy, the doctor follows medical protocols in order to ensure patient safety. Also, the doctor is abreast with the latest techniques. Neurosurgeons are regarded as highly trained specialists who perform some of the most critical surgeries on the brain and spine. The nervous system being the most complicated part of the body needs great precision and accuracy while performing surgery. Neurosurgeons also may also consult other specialists and medical professionals as per the requirement of surgery.

You have to undergo one or more diagnostic tests before and during a consultation with a neurosurgeon. The result of the tests will help the doctor determine the root cause of the disease and plan the treatment accordingly. For a complete evaluation of your condition, you have to undergo neurological examination which may include the following:

  • Nerve conduction velocity studies/electromyography
  • Neurological exam
  • Myelogram
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • Spinal X-ray
  • Spinal MRI
  • Blood Tests
  • CT Brain
  • MRI Brain
  • Physical Exam

The below-listed are some of the diagnostic tests recommended by a neurosurgeon to diagnose a condition of the nervous system::

  1. Cerebral Angiogram
  2. CT Myelogram
  3. CT Scans
  4. Lumbar Puncture
  5. MRI Scans
  6. X-ray Imaging
  7. Electroencephalogram
  8. Electromyogram
  9. Spinal tap CT

You need to visit a neurosurgeon if you show any of the following signs:

  1. Numbness and pain
  2. Weak grip
  3. Persistent headache/migraine
  4. Impaired movement
  5. Seizures
  6. Balance issues

Dealing with the entire nervous system, neurosurgeons treat all the parts of the body that are affected by nerve issues. They do complex surgeries on the brain. Before starting treatment, they diagnose patients' symptoms and design minimally invasive treatment plans.

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