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BIOGRAPHY

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Sukumar Sura is a highly acclaimed neurosurgeon in Hyderabad with more than 20 years of experience. He is known for performing surgeries with advanced surgical technology. Dr. Sura is presently providing his services at Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad as Consultant Brain and Spine Surgeon. In the previous assignments, he also worked with Star Hospitals, Hyderabad, Rainbow Hospital, MNR Medical College and Hospital, and Mookambika Institute of Medical Sciences. He completed his MBBS from the University of Mysore in the year 2000. Later, in 2005, he obtained MS in General Surgery from Stanley Medical College and Hospital, Chennai. Dr. Sura was awarded M.Ch. in neurosurgery by the prestigious Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh in 2010.

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr. Sukumar Sura has been specially trained for performing various surgical procedures such as Percutaneous Endoscopic Lumbar and Cervical Disc Surgeries. His area of expertise includes Cranio-Vertebral Junction Pathologies, Brain Tumors, Minimally invasive surgery, Neurovascular surgery, Skull Base Surgery, and Trauma. He has a keen interest in spinal instrumentation, disc prolapse, and spinal tumors. Dr. Sura is an esteemed member of various organizations such as the Neurovascular Society of India, Skull Base Society of India, Neurosurgical Society of India, and Neurological Society of India.

Conditions Treated by Dr. Sukumar Sura

A neurosurgeon is a medical specialist who diagnoses and treats conditions affecting the nervous system, including the brain, peripheral nerves, spinal cord, and spine. Neurosurgeons offer non-operative as well as surgical treatment to patients. Here is a list of some of the conditions Dr. Sukumar Sura treats:

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

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Sukumar Sura

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.

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

Neurological disorders can cause mixed symptoms, such as difficulties in moving, speaking, learning, swallowing, breathing. According to brain specialists, there are more than 600 neurologic diseases that cause mild to severe symptoms. Having a neurological disease could have a deep impact on the patient’s life. It is very important that a person should seek medical advice from a neurologist.

Operating Hours of Dr. Sukumar Sura

If you wish to see Dr Sukumar Sura in his clinic/hospital, you can visit him between 11 am and 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor doesn’t work 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. Sukumar Sura

Dr Sukumar Sura is a renowned neurosurgeon who performs a number of popular procedures mentioned below::

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

Dr. Sukumar Sura specializes in the surgical treatment of neurological disorders and has operated on a large number of diseases. The neurosurgeon has developed an excellent team of physicians to handle even the most complex cases with minimal invasion and the highest safety. The team includes neurosurgeons and neuroradiologists who are regional experts in the surgical treatment of neurological diseases.

Qualification

  • MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery), University of Mysore, Mysore, 1999
  • MS (Master of Surgery) - General Surgery, MGR University, Chennai 2005
  • DNB (Diplomate of National Board, India) - General Surgery 2005
  • MRCS, Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh, UK 2005
  • M.Ch. - Neurosurgery, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, India 2010

Past Experiences

  • Dr. Sura is presently providing his services at Yashoda Hospitals, Hyderabad as Consultant Brain and Spine Surgeon. In the previous assignments, he also worked with Star Hospitals, Hyderabad, Rainbow Hospital, MNR Medical College and Hospital, and Mookambika Institute of Medical Sciences.
  • He worked as a senior resident in the department. of neurosurgery, Bombay hospital, under renowned neurosurgeons and also with the endovascular neurosurgeon.
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MEMBERSHIPS (5)

  • Neurological Society of India
  • Neurosurgical Society of India
  • North American Spine Society (NASS)
  • American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS)
  • The European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)

RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (3)

  • Principal Investigator, STOP-IT: Study to Assess the Safety and Performance of SURGICLOT in the treatment of Cancellous Bone Bleeding, 2015-2016
  • Principal Investigator, CLOSURE: Randomized Control Study to assess the Safety and Performance of SURGICLOT as an adjunct to sutured Dural Repair
  • Pasupula Venkataswamy, Sachin Sureshbabu, Venkata Subbaiah Chaudhary, Sai Sudarshan, Rabindranath Tagore, Sukumar Sura, Bala Rajashekhar. Decompressive Craniectomy in Herpes Simplex Encephalitis: A Case Report and Review of Literature. Journal of Neurological Disorders 2016

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PROCEDURES

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

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Sukumar Sura have?
Dr. Sukumar Sura is a specialized Neurosurgeon and is one of the most sought after doctors in Hyderabad, India.
Does Dr. Sukumar Sura offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Sukumar Sura have?
Dr. Sukumar Sura is one of the most sought after specialists in India and has over 8 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Neurosurgeon

What does a Neurosurgeon do?

A neurosurgeon is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and surgical treatments of conditions of the central as well as the peripheral nervous system. A neurosurgeon completes special training after becoming a doctor, including one year of residency in general surgery and a few more years of residency in neurosurgery. Some neurosurgeons complete fellowship training, which is additional training to further enhance their focus within the field of neurosurgery. Neurosurgeons mostly see patients in their own clinics and public and private hospitals. Sometimes, they have to work with other specialists and medical experts to seek their opinion on diagnosis and surgery techniques. They also evaluate the diagnostic tests to know the exact underlying conditions and accordingly proceed with the treatment.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for Neurosurgeon

You may have one or more diagnostic tests so that doctors can know the cause of your condition and make effective treatment strategies. For a complete evaluation of your condition, you have to undergo neurological examination which may include the following:

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

Some of the diagnostic tests required before and during a consultation with a neurosurgeon are::

  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
When should you go to see a neurosurgeon?

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

Neurosurgeons perform complicated operations on the brain. Also, they deal with the whole nervous system and treat all the body parts that are affected by nerve issues. Typically, a neurosurgeon will diagnose patients' symptoms and come up with minimally invasive treatment plans.