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Neurosurgery Services for Adults and Children at SKMC





    Delivering World-Class Neurosurgical Care with Compassion

    At SKMC, our Neurosurgery Department offers cutting-edge treatments and personalized care for adults and children with complex neurological conditions. Our multidisciplinary team uses the latest technology and surgical techniques to ensure the best outcomes for our patients.

    Delivering World-Class
    Why Choose Us?

    Why Choose Us?

    Our neurosurgeons are highly trained in performing complex brain and spine surgeries, ensuring exceptional outcomes.

    We use state-of-the-art equipment, including neuro-navigation and endoscopic systems, for precise surgical procedures.

    We collaborate closely with specialists in neurology, radiology, oncology, and rehabilitation to provide holistic care.

    Individualized treatment plans are developed to meet the unique needs of each patient.

    Our team provides specialized neurosurgical care for both adult and pediatric patients.

    Scope of Services

    Adult Neurosurgery

    • Traumatic brain injury management, including intracranial pressure monitoring and decompressive craniectomy.
    • Brain tumor surgery using neuro-navigation for posterior fossa, supratentorial, and intraventricular tumors.
    • Hydrocephalus management, including CSF diversion and endoscopic ventriculostomy.
    • Craniovertebral decompression for Arnold-Chiari malformation.
    • Spinal cord tumor excision and syringomyelia management.
    • Cerebrovascular stroke management and treatment of spontaneous intracranial hemorrhage.
    • Implantation of vagus nerve stimulators for intractable epilepsy.
    • Trans-sphenoidal surgery for sellar and suprasellar tumors.
    • Peripheral nerve surgery, including CTS decompression and ulnar nerve transposition.
    Adult Neurosurgery

    Pediatric Neurosurgery

    • Management of congenital CNS anomalies such as hydrocephalus, neural tube defects, and craniosynostosis.
    • Fetal medicine joint clinic for diagnosis, counseling, and postnatal follow-up.
    • Spina bifida multidisciplinary clinic providing comprehensive care.
    • Pediatric neurotrauma management, including treatment of non-accidental injuries.
    • Endoscopic shunt revisions and laparoscopic shunt procedures.
    • Implantation of vagus nerve stimulators and selective dorsal root rhizotomy for spasticity.
    • Specialized services for complex pediatric neurological conditions.
    Pediatric Neurosurgery

    Adult Neurosurgery

    • Traumatic brain injury management, including intracranial pressure monitoring and decompressive craniectomy.
    • Brain tumor surgery using neuro-navigation for posterior fossa, supratentorial, and intraventricular tumors.
    • Hydrocephalus management, including CSF diversion and endoscopic ventriculostomy.
    • Craniovertebral decompression for Arnold-Chiari malformation.
    • Spinal cord tumor excision and syringomyelia management.
    • Cerebrovascular stroke management and treatment of spontaneous intracranial hemorrhage.
    • Implantation of vagus nerve stimulators for intractable epilepsy.
    • Trans-sphenoidal surgery for sellar and suprasellar tumors.
    • Peripheral nerve surgery, including CTS decompression and ulnar nerve transposition.
    Adult Neurosurgery

    Pediatric Neurosurgery

    • Management of congenital CNS anomalies such as hydrocephalus, neural tube defects, and craniosynostosis.
    • Fetal medicine joint clinic for diagnosis, counseling, and postnatal follow-up.
    • Spina bifida multidisciplinary clinic providing comprehensive care.
    • Pediatric neurotrauma management, including treatment of non-accidental injuries.
    • Endoscopic shunt revisions and laparoscopic shunt procedures.
    • Implantation of vagus nerve stimulators and selective dorsal root rhizotomy for spasticity.
    • Specialized services for complex pediatric neurological conditions.
    Pediatric Neurosurgery

    Scope of Services

    Pediatric Neurosurgery

    Pediatric Neurosurgery

    Expertise in managing neurological conditions in children, such as congenital anomalies, tumors, and spasticity.

    Skull Base Surgery

    Skull Base Surgery

    Advanced techniques for treating skull base tumors and other complex conditions.

    Complex Spine Surgery

    Complex Spine Surgery

    Comprehensive care for spinal deformities, trauma, and degenerative diseases.

    Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

    Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

    Cutting-edge technology for less invasive spine procedures.

    Neuro-Oncology Surgeries

    Neuro-Oncology Surgeries

    Multidisciplinary treatment for brain and spinal tumors.

    Epilepsy Neurosurgery

    Epilepsy Neurosurgery

    Surgical solutions for drug-resistant epilepsy.

    Functional Neurosurgery

    Functional Neurosurgery

    Advanced interventions for spasticity and chronic pain.

    Unique
    Expertise

    Pediatric Brain Tumor Management

    Pediatric Brain Tumor Management

    Combining advanced surgical techniques and intraoperative monitoring to ensure minimal impact on the developing brain.

    Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

    Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

    State-of-the-art correction techniques tailored to growing adolescents.

    Endoscopic Procedures

    Endoscopic Procedures

    Minimally invasive treatments for hydrocephalus, pituitary tumors, and skull base lesions.

    Pediatric Spasticity Management

    Pediatric Spasticity Management

    Specialized procedures like selective dorsal rhizotomy (SDR) and intrathecal baclofen pump insertion to improve mobility and quality of life.

    Pediatric Brain Tumor Management

    Pediatric Brain Tumor Management

    Combining advanced surgical techniques and intraoperative monitoring to ensure minimal impact on the developing brain.

    Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

    Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

    State-of-the-art correction techniques tailored to growing adolescents.

    Endoscopic Procedures

    Endoscopic Procedures

    Minimally invasive treatments for hydrocephalus, pituitary tumors, and skull base lesions.

    Pediatric Spasticity Management

    Pediatric Spasticity Management

    Specialized procedures like selective dorsal rhizotomy (SDR) and intrathecal baclofen pump insertion to improve mobility and quality of life.

    Conditions We Treat

    • Brain tumors (gliomas, meningiomas, pediatric brain tumors)

      Brain tumors (gliomas, meningiomas, pediatric brain tumors)

    • Spinal tumors and traumatic spine injuries

      Spinal tumors and traumatic spine injuries

    • Degenerative spine conditions (lumbar and cervical disc prolapse, spinal stenosis)

      Degenerative spine conditions (lumbar and cervical disc prolapse, spinal stenosis)

    • Congenital malformations (spina bifida, craniosynostosis)

      Congenital malformations (spina bifida, craniosynostosis)

    • Pediatric and adult hydrocephalus

      Pediatric and adult hydrocephalus

    • Spasticity (cerebral palsy, post-stroke conditions)

      Spasticity (cerebral palsy, post-stroke conditions)

    • Spinal deformities (scoliosis, kyphosis)

      Spinal deformities (scoliosis, kyphosis)

    • Drug-resistant epilepsy

      Drug-resistant epilepsy

    • Complex cranial and skull base tumors

      Complex cranial and skull base tumors

    • Trigeminal neuralgia

      Trigeminal neuralgia

    Technology & Innovation

    Neuronavigation Systems: Enhanced accuracy for surgical procedures.

    Neuronavigation Systems: Enhanced accuracy for surgical procedures.

    Intraoperative Neuro-Monitoring: Real-time monitoring for optimal surgical outcomes.

    Intraoperative Neuro-Monitoring: Real-time monitoring for optimal surgical outcomes.

    3D Navigation and Imaging: Cutting-edge visualization techniques.

    3D Navigation and Imaging: Cutting-edge visualization techniques.

    Intraoperative Ultrasound: Precision in tumor resection.

    Intraoperative Ultrasound: Precision in tumor resection.

    Neuronavigation Systems: Enhanced accuracy for surgical procedures.

    Neuronavigation Systems: Enhanced accuracy for surgical procedures.

    Intraoperative Neuro-Monitoring: Real-time monitoring for optimal surgical outcomes.

    Intraoperative Neuro-Monitoring: Real-time monitoring for optimal surgical outcomes.

    3D Navigation and Imaging: Cutting-edge visualization techniques.

    3D Navigation and Imaging: Cutting-edge visualization techniques.

    Intraoperative Ultrasound: Precision in tumor resection.

    Intraoperative Ultrasound: Precision in tumor resection.

    Meet Our Experts

    Arun Babu Rajeswaran

    Arun Babu Rajeswaran

    Consultant Physician

    Mohamed Arnaout

    Mohamed Arnaout

    Specialist Physician

    Shabal Sapkota

    Shabal Sapkota

    Specialist Physician

    Eslam Mohsen Mahmoud Hussein

    Eslam Mohsen Mahmoud Hussein

    Specialist Physician

    Arun Babu Rajeswaran

    Arun Babu Rajeswaran

    Consultant Physician

    Mohamed Arnaout

    Mohamed Arnaout

    Specialist Physician

    Shabal Sapkota

    Shabal Sapkota

    Specialist Physician

    Eslam Mohsen Mahmoud Hussein

    Eslam Mohsen Mahmoud Hussein

    Specialist Physician