History

1 History
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CME / CONFERENCES / MEDAL EXAMS / ORATION

INSTITUTE OF NEUROSURGERY

Medal Exams
  • Prof. S. Kalyanaraman Neurosurgery Medal Examination: 30th & 31st October 2023, 2nd January 2025
  • Conducted every year for MCh and DrNB Neurosurgery postgraduates from Tamilnadu and Puducherry Institutions
  • Thiru. C.V. Chari Prize Examination: 1st November 2023, 3rd January 2025
  • Conducted every year for MCh/DrNB Neurosurgery and DM/DrNB Neurology postgraduates from Tamilnadu and Puducherry Institutions
  • Prof. B. Ramamurthi Prize: For Undergraduate Students
Orations

Following Orations are conducted every year in Institute of Neurosurgery:

  • Institute Day Oration
  • Dr. A. Lakshmipathi Oration
  • Prof. B. Ramamurthi Oration
  • Prof. V. Balasubramaniam Oration
  • Prof. S. Kalyanaraman Oration
  • Prof. P. Narendran Oration
  • Prof. T. S. Kanaka Oration
Conferences & CME
  • Ongoing CME – Academic program every 3rd Saturday together with Chennai Neuro Association
  • Medtronic MIS Hands-On Workshop with Mannequin Models – 18th February 2023
  • 21st Neurological Society of India – Foundation and Instruction Course – 15th & 16th April 2023 – Attended by residents from all over the country
  • NSI Webinar from Institute of Neurosurgery – Pineal Region Lesions – 27th May 2023 – Attended by faculties and residents nationwide
  • NSI Webinar and Hands-On Workshop – CV Junction – December 2023

TNMC Credit Points Awarded: Nil

TN MGR University Credit Points Awarded: Nil

2 Role of Honour of Directors
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No Role of honour information available for this department.

Clinicians Profile

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Dr. raghavendran

DIRECTOR AND HOD

Raghavendran R, Director, leads Team Neurosurgery and is committed to respectful patient care with ethics and empathy. He is passionate about mentoring younger generation. An accomplished Neurosurgeon, with interest in Vascular, Skullbase, CVJ and Endoscopic Neurosurgery. His vision is to uplift the department as a Centre of Excellence.

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Dr. devanadh

professor

I am a dedicated Neurosurgeon with 20 years of experience. I completed my MBBS at Madras Medical College and M.Ch in Neurosurgery at Stanley Medical College, committed to excellence in patient care, surgical precision, and advancing neurological health

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Dr. balamurugan

professor

Completed MCh Neurosurgery in August 2008 and a fellowship in Microneurosurgery , Cerebrovascular surgery & Neuro endoscopy in Fujita health University, Japan in 2010. Areas of special interest - Cerebrovascular surgery , Skullbase surgery, Complex spine surgery like CV Junction & Minimally invasive Spine surgery , Neuro Oncology and NEUROENDOSCOPY

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Dr. K. Prabhuraman

professor

Dr. K. Prabhuraman M.S., M.Ch. Professor of Neurosurgery Neurosurgeon with 14 years of expertise in cranial and spinal surgery, trauma, neuro-oncology and vascular surgery. Skilled in managing complex neurological cases with focus on optimum outcome with patient centered compassionate care. Interested in teaching and imparting skill to junior colleagues.

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Dr.Vidhya Narasimhan

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Professor Vidhya Narasimhan 15 years of experience in the field of neurosurgery, including performing surgeries and mentoring in brain and spine surgeries. Her expertise also extends to compassionate patient care, teaching, and research activities. Her areas of special interest include aneurysm surgery and neuroendoscopy.

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Dr R Selvaraj

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Dr R Selvaraj MBBS MS MCh is a neurosurgeon with over 10 yrs of experience in field of Neurosurgery. He provides expertise service to patients in Traumatic brain injury,Brain tumor surgeries,Spine trauma and tumors,Skull Base and Vascular neurosurgical conditions, Paediatric neurosurgical cases.He is a life member of NSI,TANS,NSSA and ASSI

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Dr Dhanasekar A

Assistant Professor

Senior assistant professor in neurosurgery department Madras medical college did my MBBS in SRMC&RI, D.ortho and MS( General surgery) in kilpauk medical college and Mch (Neurosurgery) in Madras medical college and now have six and half years of experience in neurosurgery.

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Dr Kesavan G

Assistant Professor

Dr.G.Kesavan, MS, MCh is Highly skilled and compassionate neurosurgeon with extensive experience in diagnosing and treating complex neurological conditions. Proficient in performing intricate surgical procedures, including brain and spinal surgeries. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care and outcomes.Expertise in neurosurgical procedures, including brain tumors, aneurysms, and spinal disorders.

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Dr P Anbazhagan

Assistant Professor

Specialised in brain and spine surgeries Published around 8 original articles and research papers in national and international journals Special interest in microvascular neurosurgery and skull base surgeries

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Dr Sathish Kumar T E

Assistant Professor

Dr. T.E. Sathish Kumar .MS., M.Ch Neurosurgeon with interest in endoscopic minimally Invasive neurosurgery. He has papers published in international journals and is conducting various trails at RGGGH. He has presented cases in international and national conferences including WFNS 2023 at Capetown. He is the current joint secretary of TANS

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Dr K Jaganadh

Assistant Professor

Dr K Jaganadh MBBS,DNB(general surgery),Mch(Neurosurgery) is a Brain and spine specialist. Deals with disorders of nervous system. Does high end microsurgical work in Neurosurgery. Takes care of critically ill patients. Subspecialize in Neuro oncology, Neurotrauma Skull base surgery and Pediatric Neurosurgery.

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Dr K Udhayadasan

Assistant Professor

Dr K Udhayadasan MBBS,DA,MCh , I have completed Mch Neurosurgery from Stanley medical college , currently working as Assistant Professor from 2020. My field of interest is Endovascular & vascular Neurosurgery.

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Dr Mannar Mannan P

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Dr Mannar Mannan MBBS,MCh is brain and spine surgeon who has special interest in endoscopic spine surgery and have significantly expanded his work in endoscopic spine surgery, particularly for lumbar disc herniation, foraminal stenosis, and degenerative spine disorders

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Dr Raja Rajan P

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Dr Rajarajan MBBS,MCh is Brain and spine surgeon who is specialized in performing procedures ranging from trauma surgeries and tumor resections to spinal stabilization and has special interest in Skull base and endoscopic neurosurgery.

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Dr Raj Kumar

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Dr Raj Kumar MBBS ,MS,MCh as a neurosurgeon, I've demonstrated expertise in surgical techniques, patient care, and teamwork. I've managed complex cases, minimized complications, and stayed updated with advancements. Goals: enhance minimally invasive skills, contribute to research, and mentor juniors.

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Dr Harsih

Senior Residents

Dr. Harish MBBS,MS,MCh is a neurosurgeon from Chennai who has completed his MBBS from Saveetha Medical College, followed by an MS in General Surgery from the RIMS, Manipur and MCh in Neurosurgery from Coimbatore Medical College. Currently, he serves as a Senior Resident at the prestigious Madras Medical College.

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Dr Adhitya Sivaram

Senior Residents

I am committed to continuous learning, teamwork, and clinical excellence. I actively engage in diverse subspecialties and aim to contribute meaningfully to the department while pursuing excellence in neurosurgery.

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Dr Ranjith P K

Senior Residents

Dr Ranjith MBBS,MS,MCh is a young neurosurgeon with a passion for advancing medical knowledge and skills, I'm dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and contributing to the field of neurosurgery. Research Interests: - Skull base surgery - Neurovascular procedures

S.No Name of the Residents joined in the year 2022 Name of the Residents joined in the year 2023 Name of the Residents joined in the year 2025
1 Dr.Babu Raj Kiran Dr.P E Archana Dr.B.Arjun
2 Dr.K.Deepak Dr.J Manigandan Dr.T.P.Arun Prasadh T.P
3 Dr.Febin Samuel Dr.Mukesh Raj Dr.Dilroop

Hospital Services

1. Outpatient Services (OPD)

Timings: 9.00 AM to 12.00 Noon, Monday to Saturday (including Government holidays)
New OPD: For new patients
Old OPD: For follow-up patients
Spine Clinic: 9.00 AM to 12.00 Noon, Monday to Saturday (including Government holidays)

2. Emergency Services

24 x 7 emergency services for trauma and non-trauma related neurosurgical problems (Ward 201)

3. Inpatient Services

  • Head Injury Ward: N11
  • Male (Pre-op & Post-op): N3, N4
  • Female (Pre-op & Post-op): N5, N6
  • Paediatric (Pre-op & Post-op): N7, N8

4. Critical Care Services

  • Head Injury ICU 1: N1 – First exclusive head injury ICU in the country
  • Head Injury ICU 2: N11 (cubicle), 214
  • Head Injury Step Down ICU: N10
  • Neuro ICU 1: N2 (PAICU – Post Anaesthesia Intensive Care Unit)
  • Neuro ICU 2: N2 (Step Down ICU)

5. Operation Theatre

  • Emergency Operation Theatre (EOT): 1 table exclusively for neurosurgical emergencies
  • Elective Operation Theatre (NOT): 4 tables with C-arms, high-end operative microscopes, CUSA, Neuronavigation, Endoscopic Neurosurgery, Stereotactic Surgery
  • Minor Operation Theatre: 1 table for procedures like Tracheostomy

6. Scope of Surgeries

  • Aneurysm clipping
  • AVM excision
  • Microvascular decompression for neuralgia pain
  • Microvascular anastamosis for Moyamoya disease, aneurysm, etc
  • Endoscopic surgery
  • Skull base surgery
  • Stereotactic surgery
  • Brain tumours
  • Awake craniotomy
  • Spine tumours
  • Spine Stabilisation
  • Neuro-navigation guided brain surgeries
  • Ultrasound guided brain surgeries
  • Pediatric Neurosurgery

Education

SEMINAR / SYMPOSIUM
S.NO Date Seminar and Symposium with Title Presentor & Moderators with their Designation State or National level or Institute level University / TNMSC Credits / both if present
1 Feb 2023 DECISION MAKING IN BRAIN AVM DR. R. RAGHAVENDRAN Institute level
2 07/10/2023 NEUROENDOSCOPY DR. S. BALAMURUGAN Institute level
3 11/03/2024 Prof. B. Ramamurthi Oration: Personal Journey Through Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery Dr. Chandrashear Enath Deopujari, Head Of Neurosurgery, The Bombay Hospital, Mumbai Institute level
4 23/03/2024 The INAUGURAL Prof. T. S. KANAKA Oration: Epilepsy Surgery – The Journey Prof. Varindera Paul Singh, Chairman, Institute of Neurosciences, Medanta - The Medcity, Gurgaon Institute level
5 22/06/2024 Prof. Dr. S. Kalyanaraman Oration: Neurosurgery – QUO VADIMUS Dr. Basant K. Misra Institute level
6 24/08/2024 Prof. V. Balasubramanian Oration: Caduceus – Essence or Figurine Dr. Daljit Singh Institute level
7 19/10/2024 Prof. P. Narendran Oration: Sagittal Balance Correction in Cervical Compressive Myelopathy – Is it Helpful Dr. Manas Kumar Panigrahi, HOD – Neurosurgery, Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad Institute level
8 19/04/2025 Prof. T. S. KANAKA Oration: Pushing Boundaries of Skull Base Surgery – Combined Approaches and The TONES Revolution Dr. Vijay Agarwal, Director of Montefiore Einstein Skull-Base Tumor Center, New York Institute level
9 03/05/2025 Prof. B. Ramamurthi Oration: Folate Receptor in Pituitary Adenomas – Molecular Imaging and Targeting Prof. Nelson M. Oyesiku International level
10 26/06/2025 Institute Day Oration: The Neurosurgical Legacy Presentor: Dr. Krish Sridhar, Director, Institute of Brain and Spine, Kauvery Hospital, Radial Road, Chennai
Moderators: Dr. R. Raghavendran, M.Ch
Institute level
CME / CONFERENCE
S.NO Date CME / CONFERENCE – Title University / TNMSC Credits / both if present State or National level or institute level
1. Every 3rd Saturday Ongoing CME – Academic program together with Chennai Neuro Association - Chennai City
2. 18/05/2024 75th Anniversary celebrations CME Series – Topic: Hydrocephalus Institute level
3. 27/07/2024 75th Anniversary celebrations CME Series – Topic: Non Structural ICP Disorders Institute level
4. 30/09/2024 75th Anniversary celebrations CME Series – Topic: Interventions in Ischemic Stroke Institute level
5. 02/05/2025 - 04/05/2025 International Conference Commemorating The 75th Anniversary of Institute of Neurosurgery (MIN), Madras Medical College in Association with WFNS foundation
WORKSHOP / TRAINING PROGRAMME
S.NO Date WORKSHOP / TRAINING with Title University / TNMSC Credits / both if present State or National level or institute level
1. 17 DEC 2022 Medtronics Exclusive Drill And Pedicle Screw Hands On Workshop Institute level
2. 18 FEB 2023 Medtronic MIS Hands On Workshop With Mannequin Models ON Institute level
3. 15&16 APRIL 2023 21st NSI FOUNDATION AND INSTRUCTION COURSE National Level
QUIZ / COMPETITIONS
S.NO Date Quiz /competitions with Title University / TNMSC Credits / both if present Prizes awarded to a. Inter or Intra – Collegiate Level b. State or National level Related Images
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Other Events
S.NO Date Other events with Title Details
1 15/09/2023 Neuroscuplt State

Research

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Awards & Achievements

S.NO Date/Month & Year Name of the Awards & achievements received Name of the awardee with designation District level / State level / National level Images
1 10/01/2020 AWARD OF EXCELLENCE FOR COVID MANAGEMENT DR. R.RAGHAVENDRAN State View

Highlights

1 Sphenoid wing meningioma
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Introduction

  • Intracranial meningiomas arise from the cerebral meninges and typically have benign histological features. They are the most common non malignant intracranial tumor (36.3%). Within meningiomas, sphenoid wing meningiomas (SWMs) account for approximately 15–20%. Over the past 1 year ( October 2024 to September 2025), 80 cases of various skull base tumours were operated in the institute of neurosurgery,MMC-RGGGH, in which one of the cases with excellent clinical outcome has been explained below.

Case summary

  • The patient, a 52 yr female, came with complaints of headache for 1 month and h/o vomiting 3 episodes followed by decrease in sensorium, she was admitted and on examination Gcs-E3V4M5. She was having no acute neurological deficit and on MRI brain - T1 hypo, T2 heterointense lesion with surrounding edema over left Fronto temporal parietal region with mass effect. Patient diagnosed to have left medial 1/3rd sphenoid wing meningioma with gross edema.

Pre op MRI image

Case summary

  • The patient underwent blood investigation and radiological investigations, obtained anesthetist fitness and proceeded with Neuro navigation guided left pterional craniotomy and gross total excision of the mass. Intra op - bone flap opened, via trans Sylvian approach - tumour excised in toto after cauterising the dural base and the feeding vessels , left MCA and major blood vessels were preserved and protected. Post operative period MRI brain was taken which revealed gliosis with no mass effect on comparing pre op image. Clinically patient improved well with no neurological deficits. She is in regular follow up.

Post op MRI image

Conclusion

  • An accurate classification of global medial sphenoid meningiomas is mandatory to gain insight into their clinical behavior and for understanding the long-term efficacy and safety of available treatment options. Primary medial sphenoid ridge tumors consistently involve the unilateral arteries of the anterior cerebral circulation, and therefore, the resection of tumor from around these arteries is the most important operative nuance for their safe excision.
2 Craniovertebral junction anomalies
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  • Craniovertebral junction (CVJ) anomalies encompass a spectrum of disorders affecting the region where the skull base meets the upper cervical spine. These anomalies present a significant challenge to neurosurgeons, particularly in the pediatric population.
  • At the Institute of Neurosurgery, MMC and RGGGH, Chennai, over the past year, we have successfully managed a range of CVJ cases, including trauma (17 patients), Chiari malformations (8 patients), and congenital anomalies (7 patients) such as os-odontoideum with atlantoaxial subluxation, basilar invagination, and syndromic presentations (e.g., Down’s syndrome, Morquio’s syndrome), often associated with complex neurological deficits.
  • Among these, a notable case involved a 15-year-old boy from Salem presenting with quadriparesis and respiratory distress. Imaging revealed basilar invagination with cervical spinal cord compression. Following a multidisciplinary evaluation, a staged surgical approach was undertaken: first, endoscopic-assisted microscopic transoral odontoidectomy, followed by foramen magnum decompression (FMD) and occipito-cervical fusion (OCF). The patient demonstrated steady neurological recovery, with significant improvement in spasticity and motor function, and has since resumed school activities.
  • Through a combination of clinical excellence, technical expertise, and academic research, our institute provides comprehensive care for both pediatric and adult patients with complex craniovertebral junction anomalies, advancing patient outcomes for the poor and needy.
3 Article
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  • 56 years aged Mrs. Parvathy (Name changed) came with complaints of back pain and progressive weakness of both the lower limbs of 3 months duration. On examination, she was unable walk due to the weakness and mild tenderness of the spin in the upper back.
  • MRI scan revealed a tumor inside the spinal canal in the upper back (D5 level) compressing the spinal cord. She was operated and the tumor was removed totally. She made a good recovery and within 4 days she was able to walk with minimal support.
  • MRI scan of the above patient showing a meningioma of the spine compressing the spinal cord
  • Spinal tumors can be cancerous or noncancerous. Patients usually present with pain, numbness, weakness of limbs and/or urinary symptoms. Cancerous tumors can arise from the spinal structures or spread from elsewhere. They generally have a poor prognosis.
  • Non cancerous tumors arise from nerve sheath (Schwannoma) from the coverings of the spinal cord (Meningioma) or from the spinal bone (osteoma, hemangioma). When detected early and removed through surgery, they have a good prognosis.
  • The Institute of Neurosurgery, Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital receives a number of patients with spinal tumors for treatment. 51 patients with spinal tumors were treated successfully at our Institute with very good outcome during the past one year.
  • MRI showing a cervical intradural Hemangioma, intra-operative photograph of the tumor

Others

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Guests Lectures

Nov. 22, 2025

Organ Transplant

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