Consultation with a neurosurgeon Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Shaunak Valame is a medical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. He specializes in the molecular basis of cancer and targeted therapies. Dr. Valame completed his DNB training in medical oncology at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital. He previously served as a registrar at Jawaharlal Nehru Cancer Hospital.

• Presented stomach cancer research at the ASCO Gastrointestinal Cancer Symposium in San Francisco.
• Expert in chemotherapy and targeted therapy for breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers.
• Treats various solid tumors, pediatric cancers, and hematological malignancies.
• Works at an NABH-accredited center that treats over 75,000 patients annually.

The doctor is an experienced nuclear medicine specialist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre with 12 years in the field. The doctor specializes in various nuclear scans, PET-CT scans, and nuclear cardiology services, demonstrating proficiency in radioiodine and Lu-177 RN therapies. Over the course of their career, the doctor has managed more than 30,000 PET scans and treated over 1,000 thyroid cancer patients. Additionally, the doctor has contributed to the field through published papers in various medical journals.

Dr. Antonio Cubillo Gracián heads the Medical Oncology Service at HM CIOCC in Madrid. He provides patients with a pioneering liquid biopsy program in Spain. This blood test identifies molecular characteristics of malignant tumors. Dr. Cubillo Gracián is an Associate Professor at the University CEU San Pablo.

• Directs the postgraduate research Master’s in clinical and applied oncology.
• Leads the Digestive, Sarcomas, and Head and Neck Unit.
• Completed specialized oncology training at the MD Anderson Cancer Center.
• Treats colon cancer, glioblastoma, and pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors.

Dr. Shruti Kate is a medical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. She previously worked as a consultant at the Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai. Dr. Kate focuses on immunotherapy and metronomic therapy for treating solid and pediatric tumors. She was the sole recipient from India of the 2018 World Conference on Lung Cancer award.

• Specializes in the treatment of lung, breast, gynecological, and genitourinary cancers.
• Proficient in complex procedures, including the Whipple surgery and chemotherapy management.
• Member of ASCO, ESMO, and the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer.
• Practices at the NABH-accredited HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

Dr. Lalit Banswal is a surgical oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nashik. He has successfully performed more than 10,000 major surgeries. Dr. Banswal focuses on gastrointestinal cancer and robotic surgical techniques. He completed a two-year fellowship at the Tata Medical Centre, Kolkata.

• Specializes in minimally invasive procedures, including laparoscopy and thoracoscopy.
• Performs robotic cancer surgeries and advanced endoscopic procedures.
• Served as a former assistant professor at the State Cancer Institute.
• Acts as a co-principal investigator for original clinical research projects.
• Treats complex esophageal, stomach, colon, and rectal cancers.

Dr. Sridhar P.S. is an oncologist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre. He holds a doctorate in radiotherapy from Banaras Hindu University.

• Treats brain and spine tumors with over two decades of specialty training
• Member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology – a global brain tumor research body
• Joined the Indian Association of Hyperthermia Oncology for heat-based tumor therapy
• Diplomate of the National Board in radiotherapy – holding a top national certification
• Consultation with a neurosurgeon at his clinic supports integrated brain tumor care

Dr. Uwe Neubauer is the Director of Neurosurgery at Bremen-Mitte Clinic. This hospital is recognized for medical excellence by Focus magazine. A consultation with a neurosurgeon here provides access to his expertise in brain and spinal cord surgery.

• Treats brain tumors including glioblastoma, astrocytoma, and meningioma
• Performs Deep Brain Stimulation to regulate abnormal brain activity in movement disorders
• Specializes in microsurgery for carpal tunnel disease to relieve nerve pressure
• Holds the title of Privatdozent – a qualification to teach at the university level
• Leads clinical teams in treating acute neurotrauma and structural brain defects

Professor Rocka Saulius is a senior neurosurgeon at the Medical Diagnostic and Treatment Center. He provides expert neurosurgical consultation for complex brain and spinal conditions.

• Heads the Neurosurgery Center at Vilnius University Hospital Santaros Klinikos
• President of the Lithuanian Neurosurgical Society
• Board member of the European Association of Neurosurgical Societies (EANS)
• Member of the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies

Professor Peter Vajkoczy leads the neurosurgery department at Charité Berlin. He oversees a surgical team that performs over 4,000 neurosurgeries per year.

• Specializes in complex brain and skull base tumor surgery
• Treats cerebrovascular disorders including aneurysms and cavernomas – abnormal clusters of blood vessels
• Performs deep brain stimulation to treat movement disorders like Parkinson disease
• Winner of the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies Young Neurosurgeon Research Award
• Received the Hermann Rein Award for significant contributions to vascular research

Dr. Aditya Gupta is the Neurosurgery Department Director at Artemis Hospitals. He completed advanced international training in the USA, Germany, France, and the Netherlands.

• Received the prestigious Sir Dorabji Tata Award for medical excellence
• Performs Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) to treat Parkinson's disease symptoms
• Uses Cyberknife and Gamma Knife systems for non-invasive brain tumor treatment
• Specializes in surgical management for complex epilepsy and brain aneurysms
• Trained at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences during his consultation career

Dr. Rana Patir has performed over 10,000 successful neurosurgeries. He leads the neurosurgery department at Fortis Memorial Research Institute.

• Specializes in complex brain tumor surgery and epilepsy treatment
• Expert in neurovascular surgery to treat brain blood vessel issues
• Perform advanced skull base surgery and pediatric neurosurgery
• Former faculty member at AIIMS and Sir Ganga Ram Hospital
• Recognized for teaching and training the next generation of neurosurgeons

Dr. John de Groot is an onco-neurosurgeon at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. His consultations focus on surgical treatment for tumors of the brain and spine.

• Specializes in onco-neurosurgery for complex central nervous system cancers
• Practices at MD Anderson – a world leader in cancer research and care
• Evaluates surgical options for primary and metastatic brain tumors

Dr. Montriwiwatchai is an Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery at Bumrungrad International Hospital. He completed an international fellowship in neurological surgery at Temple University Hospital in the USA.

• Specializes in complex spine surgery for structural and inflammatory conditions
• Performs discectomy to remove disks and vertebral plastic surgery for fractures
• Treats scoliosis and spondylolisthesis during a consultation with a neurosurgeon
• Teaches advanced surgical techniques to medical students and residents
• Certified by the Thai Board of Neurosurgery

Dr. Rajiv Anand is the Director of Neurology at BLK Super Speciality Hospital. He integrates neurology and radiology for a precise consultation with a neurosurgeon.

• Performs Deep Brain Stimulation – a procedure using implanted electrodes to treat movement symptoms
• Specializes in complex movement disorders like Parkinson's disease and epilepsy
• Directs the neurology department at one of Delhi's premier medical institutions
• Member of the Neurological Society of India and the Indian Epilepsy Association
• Authored international publications on treatment outcomes for degenerative brain diseases

Dr. Vikas Gupta is the Head and Chief of Neurosurgery at BLK Super Speciality Hospital. He leads specialized programs in interventional neuroradiology and endovascular neurosurgery.

• Treats vascular diseases of the brain and spine using catheters instead of open surgery
• Performs minimally invasive spine surgery for faster recovery and reconstruction
• Directs the neurosurgery and interventional neuroradiology units at BLK Super Speciality Hospital
• Member of the Indian Society for Cerebrovascular Surgery and Neurological Society of India
• Previously served as a Senior Research Fellow at Govind Ballabh Pant Hospital

Dr. Sridhar Krishnamurthy is the Director of the Institute of Neurosciences and Spinal Disorders. This neurosurgeon developed original surgical systems for complex spine and neck procedures.

• Treats Parkinson's disease with deep brain stimulation using implanted brain electrodes
• Created the Sridhar Spinal Retractor System to improve patient outcomes
• Trained at University Hospital Zurich and other top centers in Germany
• Delivers lectures at international medical congresses and authored dozens of publications
• Leads neurosurgery and spinal disorder departments at Global Hospital Chennai