Dr. Manish Kumar

About Dr. Manish Kumar

With over 22 years of expertise in brain and spine surgery, Dr. Manish Kumar is a renowned neurosurgeon.
He has been trained at some of the most elite training centres in the country, like NIMHANS, Bengaluru and AIIMS, New Delhi, in managing complex neurological pathologies.
His areas of expertise include brain tumors, vascular neurosurgery, epilepsy surgery, trauma, spinal disorders, and congenital brain and spine abnormalities.
He is known for his precision and a patient-centric methodology of providing care. He utilises advanced procedures like neuroendoscopy, skull base surgery, and deep brain stimulation (DBS) to achieve the best outcomes for patients.

Conditions treated by Dr. Manish Kumar

Brain tumors (gliomas, glioblastomas, meningiomas, pituitary tumors, CP angle schwannomas)
Brain hemorrhage and vascular malformations (aneurysms, AVMs, dural AVFs)
Epilepsy requiring surgical intervention
Head injuries and traumatic brain conditions
Spinal disorders: disc herniation, spondylitis, kyphoscoliosis, spinal trauma
Osteoporosis-related spine problems (vertebroplasty, kyphoplasty)
Movement disorders like Parkinson’s disease (treated with DBS)
Congenital brain and spine disorders (craniosynostosis, encephaloceles, meningoceles)

Area of Interest

Brain and spinal tumor excision with emphasis on total removal
Vascular neurosurgery, including aneurysm clipping and AVM management
Minimally invasive and endoscopic neurosurgical procedures
Skull base surgeries for complex congenital and acquired disorders
Advanced epilepsy surgeries for seizure control
Complex spine surgeries including PLIF, TLIF, and deformity correction
Deep brain stimulation for Parkinsonism and movement disorders

Qualification

MBBS: The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (1998)
DNB (Neurosurgery): Apollo Hospital, Chennai

Work Experiences

C.K. Birla Hospital
Apollo Hospitals, Chennai
Max Hospital, Gurugram
Venkateshwara Hospital, Dwarka

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Advanced neurosurgical training at NIMHANS, Bengaluru
Specialised training at AIIMS, New Delhi
Participation in advanced neuroendoscopic and minimally invasive workshops in India and abroad

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PROCEDURES

Anterior Cervical Discectomy
Brain Tumour Treatment
Cerebral Angioplasty
Cerebral Dorsal Rhizotomy
Cervical Corpectomy
Cervical Decompression
Cervical Disc Replacement Surgery
Cervical Fusion
Cervical Fusion for Tumors
Cervical Laminoplasty
Chronic Cerebro Spinal Venous Insufficiency (CCSVI)
Deep Brain Stimulation
Spinal Cord Stimulation

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is Dr. Manish Kumar doing teleconsultation on the MediGence platform?

Dr. Manish Kumar is available to teleconsult on the MediGence platform.

How long is the consultation?

The consultation typically lasts between 15 and 30 minutes. It may exceed the estimated time, depending on the patient’s queries and the doctor's medical suggestions.

How soon can the consultation be organised?

We have Medical specialists and board-certified doctors on our panel of doctors. The consultation will be organised within 24 to 48 hours, or based on the doctor's and patient's availability.

Is a follow-up consultation included in the consultation price?

No, the follow-up consultation fee is not included in the consultation price. The patient will be required to re-book the consultation.

How do I share my medical record with the doctor for review?

The option to share your medical records is available during the steps of the form provided Aon the website.

Can I book my procedure with the doctor post-consultation?

Yes. If you are satisfied with the consultation, you can proceed with treatment packages tailored to your diagnosis, assisted by our case managers.

Can you get an estimate for the procedure?

Yes. The cost estimate will be provided to you by our case manager, which will include the doctor’s opinion, the cost estimate, and crucial information about travelling to your medical destination.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

What distinguishes a neurosurgeon from a neurologist?

While both doctors treat patients with conditions related to the brain or spine, neurologists prescribe medications and employ non-surgical interventions to manage these conditions. Neurosurgeons, however, perform surgeries when a surgical intervention is necessary. Frequently, the two fields work in tandem in treating patients.

When should I contact a neurosurgeon?

You should see a neurosurgeon for brain or spinal tumors, a slipped disc, chronic back or neck discomfort associated with nerve-related symptoms, traumatic injuries to the head or spinal column, aneurysms, or significant compression of the nerve.

What procedures are commonly performed by neurosurgeons?

Neurosurgeons commonly do surgery to remove a brain tumor, clip an aneurysm, perform spinal decompression, perform spinal fusion, perform endoscopic surgeries on the skull base, perform deep brain stimulation, and perform surgery to repair or treat traumatic injury.

Are neurosurgeries consistently high risk?

Not all neurosurgeries carry a high risk. Advancements in technology, minimally invasive approaches, neuronavigation, intraoperative monitoring, and other techniques and technologies allow for safer procedures with quicker recovery.

Do neurosurgeons only operate on the brain?

No. In addition to brain surgery, neurosurgeons perform surgeries to treat the spinal cord, vertebrae, and peripheral nerve injuries or conditions associated with nerves, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. A significant number of surgeries are performed for spinal conditions, mainly for slipped discs, fractures, or deformities.

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