Dr. Sandeep Vaishya

Neurosurgeon

Fortis Memorial Research Institute

Gurugram

30+ Years of Experience

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Dr. Sandeep Vaishya is one of India’s leading neurosurgeons with over 30 years of experience. He has successfully performed more than 15,000 surgeries and treated patients from over 110 countries.

Dr. Vaishya specializes in intracranial tumor surgery, skull base tumors, deep brain stimulation surgery, peripheral nerve surgery, functional neurosurgery, minimally invasive and image-guided neurosurgery, and spinal surgery.

He is globally recognized for his expertise in brachial plexus injuries and is a leading figure in South Asia for Gamma Knife Surgery.

Dr. Vaishya received the prestigious Herbert Krause Medal for the Best Paper in Neuro-Oncology.

His exceptional achievements include being featured in the Limca Book of Records for the successful removal of the largest meningomyelocele, and he gained international recognition for performing a life-changing surgery on a child with the largest head, featured in Netflix's documentary "Rooting for Roona" and on the Discovery Channel.

Dr. Sandeep Vaishya's calm and patient communication style ensures that even complex procedures are clearly explained to patients. His empathetic approach helps them feel comfortable, valued, and confident throughout their treatment journey.

Medical Qualification

MCh (Neurosurgery), All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS).
MS (General Surgery), G.R. Medical College.
MBBS, G.R. Medical College.

Professional Experience

Director at Fortis Memorial Research Institute.
Senior Consultant at Max Super Specialty Hospital.
Professor at AIIMS.

Special Interests

Brain Tumor Surgery
Brachial Plexus Surgery
Spine Surgery
Gamma Knife
Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery
VP Shunt Surgery
Brain Tumor Craniotomy Surgery
Spinal Stenosis.
Peripheral Nerve Surgery
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Stereotactic Radiosurgery
Deep Brain Stimulation Surgery
Functional Neurosurgery
Intracranial Tumor Surgery
Image-guided Neurosurgery.

Career Highlights

Dr. Vaishya is a world leader in brachial plexus injuries and a top expert in South Asia for Gamma Knife Surgery.
Featured in the Limca Book of Records for successfully removing the largest meningomyelocele.
Gained international recognition for a life-changing surgery on a child with the largest head, as featured in Netflix's documentary "Rooting for Roona" and the Discovery Channel.
Performed over 15,000 successful surgeries, treating patients from over 110 countries.
Expertise in various neurosurgical procedures, including intracranial tumor surgery, deep brain stimulation, skull base tumors, and spinal surgery.

Research & Fellowships

Membership: Neurological Society of India.
Membership: International Leksell Gamma Knife Society.
Membership: Indian Society of Paediatric Neurosurgery.
Membership: Indian Society of Skull Base Surgery.
Membership: South Asian Association of Neurosurgeons.
Membership: Executive - Indian Society of Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery.
Membership: International Gamma Knife Society.
Membership: Indian Society of Spinal Neurosurgeons.
Membership: Neurotrauma Society of India.
Membership: Treasurer - Indian Society for Peripheral Nerve Surgery.
Membership: Asian Congress of Neurological Surgeons.
Membership: Life - Mayo Alumni Association.
Fellowship: Mayo Clinic.

Awards & Recognition

Dr. Sandeep Vaishya won a Gold Medal in the College of Medicine for academic achievement.
Lifetime Membership Award from the Mayo Alumni Association.
Awarded the prestigious Herbert Krause Medal for the Best Paper in Neuro-Oncology.
Honored with the Dr. Majeed Memorial Oration in Karachi for his outstanding work in neurosurgery.
He has authored more than 200 publications in international journals and co-edited an internationally recognized textbook on spine surgery.

All Treatments

Brain tumors.
Carpal tunnel syndrome.
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak.
Chronic pain in your back or neck.
Congenital brain conditions, such as Chiari malformations and arachnoid cysts.
Congenital spinal column conditions, such as spina bifida and tethered spinal cord.
DBS surgery
Epilepsy surgery
Essential tremor.
Herniated disks.
Hydrocephalus.
Intracranial aneurysms.
Multiple sclerosis (MS).
Parkinson’s disease.
Pinched nerves.
Sciatica.
Seizure disorders, such as epilepsy.
Spinal bone spurs (osteophytes).
Spinal stenosis.
Spinal fractures.
Spinal tumors.
Spinal deformities, such as scoliosis and spondylolisthesis.
Traumatic head, brain, neck, or spine injuries.

Table of Content

About Doctor
Medical Qualification
Professional Experience
Special Interests
Career Highlights
Research & Fellowships
Awards & Recognitions
All Treatments

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