Dr. Vijay Sankaran
Joint Director & Senior Consultant – Neurosurgery
Specialty:Neuro Surgery|Spine Surgery
25+ years of experience
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.
Professional Expertise
- Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery (MISS)
- Brain Tumor Surgery
- Spine Tumor Surgery
- Epilepsy Surgery
- Paediatric Neurosurgery
- Stereotactic Neurosurgery
- Endoscopic Neurosurgery
- Neuronavigation-assisted Surgery
- Micro Neurosurgery
- Spinal Stabilization & Artificial Disc Replacement
Clinical Experience & Achievements
- 25+ years of experience in Neurosurgery
- Joint Director & Senior Consultant at SIMS Hospital, Chennai
- Extensive surgical experience across leading UK hospitals
- International exposure in advanced neurosurgical practices
- Specialized training in MISS (Germany)
- Member of FRCS (Neurosurgery) examination panel (UK)
- Recognized for excellence in complex brain and spine surgeries
Education & Training
- MBBS – Stanley Medical College, Chennai
- MS (General Surgery)
- M.Ch (Neurosurgery) – Madras Medical College, Institute of Neurology
International Training
- Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery (MISS) – Munich, Germany
- Advanced Neurosurgical Practice – United Kingdom (multiple centers)
Current Hospital
Current Position
- Joint Director & Senior Consultant – Neurosurgery
- SIMS Hospital, Chennai
Conditions Treated
- Brain Tumors
- Spine Tumors
- Epilepsy
- Spinal Disorders
- Head Injury
- Pediatric Neurological Conditions
- Degenerative Spine Diseases
- Neurological Trauma
- Complex Brain & Spine Disorders
Procedures / Treatments Performed
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
- Brain Tumor Surgery
- Spine Stabilization & Disc Replacement
- Micro Neurosurgery
- Endoscopic Neurosurgery
- Stereotactic Surgery
- Epilepsy Surgery
- Neuronavigation-guided Surgery
Why Choose Dr. Vijay Sankaran?
- 25+ years of neurosurgical expertise
- International experience in UK hospitals
- Specialized training in minimally invasive spine surgery (Germany)
- Expertise in both brain and spine surgeries
- Advanced surgical techniques with high precision
- Strong academic and research background
- Patient-centric and evidence-based approach
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- Post-treatment follow-up care
Consultation Information
Dr. Vijay Sankaran offers both in-hospital consultations and online telemedicine appointments.
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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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