Dr. Pradeep Balaji
Neurosurgery
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Neurosurgery)
10+ Years experience
Brain & Spine Surgery · OMR Chennai
Neurosurgeon in Chennai
Told you need to see a neurosurgeon? Our MCh neurosurgeons review your MRI, explain whether surgery is really needed, and operate with neuronavigation, intra-operative monitoring and a dedicated Neuro ICU at Iswarya Hospital, OMR.
- ✓24×7 neuro emergency
- ✓Dedicated Neuro ICU
- ✓CT and MRI round the clock
- ✓NABH certified
Iswarya Hospital · 110 Rajiv Gandhi Salai, OMR Kottivakkam, Chennai
Neurosurgeons at Iswarya Hospital
Both surgeons hold MCh (Neurosurgery) and operate on the brain and the spine. Profiles, qualifications and OPD details come from the hospital's doctor directory.
Dr. A. Agnetia Vinoth
Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon
MBBS, MS , MCh, DrNB , FIPM
10+ Years experience
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Conditions our neurosurgeons treat
Slip disc and sciatica
Leg pain, numbness or weakness from a herniated disc that has not settled with rest, medicines and physiotherapy.
Read more →Spinal stenosis and spondylosis
Narrowing of the spinal canal causing pain on walking, neck pain with arm symptoms, or unsteady gait.
Brain tumours
Gliomas, meningiomas, pituitary adenomas and metastases, planned with MRI navigation and followed by oncology care where needed.
Read more →Head injury
Bleeding or swelling in the brain after a fall or road accident, with 24×7 emergency surgery and Neuro ICU monitoring.
Spine fractures and tumours
Instability, cord compression or tumours of the spine needing decompression and fixation.
Read more →Hydrocephalus and aneurysms
Blocked fluid pathways in the brain and weakened blood vessels treated with shunts, clipping or endoscopic surgery.
Chronic subdural haematoma
A slow bleed over the brain in older adults after a minor fall, drained through small burr holes.
Trigeminal neuralgia and nerve problems
Severe facial pain and compressed peripheral nerves that no longer respond to medication.
Brain and spine procedures
Wherever it is safe we use microsurgical and minimally invasive techniques: smaller incisions, less blood loss and a faster return home.
Microdiscectomy
Keyhole removal of the disc fragment pressing on the nerve. Most patients walk the same day.
How it is done →Spinal decompression and fusion
Laminectomy, foraminotomy and instrumented fusion for stenosis, instability and fractures.
How it is done →Craniotomy for brain tumour
Microsurgical tumour removal under neuronavigation with intra-operative monitoring.
How it is done →Endoscopic pituitary surgery
Pituitary tumours removed through the nostril with the ENT team, with no external cut.
Burr hole and shunt surgery
Drainage of subdural haematoma and VP shunt placement for hydrocephalus.
Deep brain stimulation
Electrode implantation for Parkinson's disease and tremor when medicines are no longer enough.
How it is done →Neurosurgery cost in Chennai
Indicative ranges at Iswarya Hospital. The amount for your case is confirmed in writing after consultation. Cashless treatment is available with 25+ insurers, CGHS, ECHS and Ayushman Bharat.
Head injury, sudden severe headache or weakness? Do not wait for a callback.
Our emergency department on OMR has CT and MRI round the clock and a neurosurgeon on call 24×7. Come straight in or call now.
Emergency: 044 2025 2025Neurosurgeon in Chennai: frequently asked questions
Book a neurosurgeon consultation
Share your name and number. Our team calls back to fix a slot with Dr. Pradeep Balaji or Dr. Agnetia Vinoth. Have an MRI or CT report? Send it on WhatsApp and the surgeon reviews it before you visit.
Iswarya Hospital · 110 Rajiv Gandhi Salai, OMR Kottivakkam, Chennai 600041