Dr. Vijay Sankaran
Joint Director & Senior Consultant – Neurosurgery
Specialty:Neuro Surgery|Spine Surgery
25+ years of experience
SIMS Hospital, Chennai, India
About Dr. Vijay Sankaran
Dr. Vijay Sankaran is a neurosurgeon with more than 25 years of clinical experience, specialising in brain and spine surgery. He is very accomplished. He is currently the Senior Consultant – Neurosurgery and Joint Director at SIMS Hospital, Chennai. In this capacity, he oversees a multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of complex neurological conditions, utilising state-of-the-art surgical techniques and compassionate care.
Dr. Sankaran’s medical career commenced with an MBBS from Stanley Medical College, and he subsequently pursued a super-specialisation (M.Ch) in Neurosurgery at the esteemed Institute of Neurology, Madras Medical College. He underwent training at numerous esteemed neurosurgical centres in the United Kingdom, such as University Hospital Coventry, Royal Preston Hospital, and Hope Hospital, Manchester, to acquire advanced knowledge. Furthermore, he underwent specialised training in minimally invasive spinal surgery (MISS) in Munich, Germany.
Dr. Sankaran is a former panel member for the FRCS (Neurosurgery) examinations conducted by the Royal College of Surgeons, UK, and possesses a strong academic background and hands-on expertise in neurosurgery. He is a reputable figure in the field due to his expertise and the utilisation of cutting-edge technology, such as neuronavigation systems.
Education & Training
MBBS – Stanley Medical College, Chennai
M.Ch (Neurosurgery) – Institute of Neurology, Madras Medical College
Fellowship & Training in Neurosurgery – United Kingdom
MISS Training – Munich, Germany
FRCS Panelist (Neurosurgery) – Royal College of Surgeons, UK (2011)
Specialty Interests
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS)
Micro Neurosurgery for Brain and Spinal Tumors
Spinal Stabilization & Artificial Disc Replacement
Stereotactic and Endoscopic Neurosurgery
Epilepsy Surgery
Pediatric Neurosurgery
Image-Guided Neuronavigation Surgery
Conditions Treated
Brain and Spinal Tumors
Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders
Spinal Cord Compression
Herniated Discs and Degenerative Spine Disorders
Pediatric Neurological Conditions
Cauda Equina Syndrome
Traumatic Brain Injury
Vascular Malformations
Spinal Angiolipomas
Procedures Performed
MISS (Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery)
Artificial Disc Replacement
Stereotactic Brain Tumor Excision
Endoscopic Brain and Spine Surgeries
Epilepsy Surgical Management
Pediatric Neurosurgical Procedures
Complex Spine Reconstruction
Image-Guided Tumor Resection
Awards & Accolades:
Aringnar Anna Award – Government of Tamil Nadu
National Merit Scholarship – Government of India
FAQs -Dr. Vijay Sankaran
He specializes in minimally invasive spine surgery, brain and spinal tumor resection, pediatric neurosurgery, and epilepsy surgery.
Yes, he has extensive experience with complex surgeries involving the brain, spine, and neurological disorders in children and adults.
Yes, he regularly treats patients from Africa, the Middle East, Central Asia, and South Asia and offers specialized care for complex neurosurgical conditions.
He practices at SIMS Hospital,Chennai, as Joint Director & Senior Consultant – Neurosurgery
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