Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai – India
About Dr Shankar Ganesh C V
Dr. Shankar Ganesh C V is a highly accomplished Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon with over two decades of experience in advanced neurosurgical care. He specializes in pediatric neurosurgery, neuro-oncology, and complex spinal interventions, utilizing minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to improve patient outcomes. A dedicated academician and researcher, he has contributed significantly to the field through clinical teaching and peer-reviewed publications on rare neurological conditions.
OPD Schedule Of Dr Shankar Ganesh C V
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Apollo Cancer Hospital, Chennai
MON
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
TUE
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
WED
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
THU
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
FRI
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
SAT
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Qualifications & Credentials
Medical Degrees
- MCh in Neurosurgery – Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute, Chennai (2007)
- MS in General Surgery – Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute, Chennai (2004)
- MBBS – Annamalai University, Chidambaram (2001)
- Fellowship in Neurosurgery and Functional Neurosurgery – King's College Hospital, London, UK
- Fellowship in Neurosurgery – The Walton Centre for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Liverpool, UK
- Fellowship – Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd), UK
- Registered with Tamil Nadu Medical Council
- Member, Indian Medical Association (IMA)
- Member, Neurological Society of India (NSI)
Areas of Expertise
Major Conditions Treated
- Pediatric Neurological Disorders (Chiari Malformation, Hydrocephalus)
- Brain Tumors (Gliomas, Meningiomas, Pituitary Adenomas)
- Skull Base Tumors
- Cerebrovascular Disorders (Aneurysms, AVMs)
- Spinal Tumors and Degenerative Spine Diseases
- Traumatic Brain and Spine Injuries
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Endoscopic Brain and Skull Base Surgery
- Microsurgical Tumor Excision
- Brain Aneurysm Coiling and Clipping
- Pediatric Neurosurgical Interventions
- Spinal Fusion and Instrumentation
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
- Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) Shunt Surgery
List of Disease and Treatment for which Dr Shankar Ganesh C V can be consulted
Professional Experience
Current Affiliation
Senior Consultant, Department of Neurosurgery, Apollo Cancer Centres (Teynampet) and Apollo Hospitals (Greams Road), Chennai
Past Experience- Assistant Professor, Department of Neurosurgery, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry (2009–2012)
- Senior Resident, Department of Neurosurgery, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry (2007–2009)
Academic & Research Contributions
- Shankar Ganesh, C. V., & Mangaleswaran, B. (2019). Jugular foramen lesion diagnostic dilemma – schwannoma or paraganglioma: A case report. Indonesian Journal of Neurosurgery, 2(3), 76-79.
- Shankar Ganesh, C. V., & Sudheer Kumar, G. (2012). Cranial polyneuropathy associated with vertebrobasilar dolichoectasia. Clinical Neurology and Neurosurgery, 114(7), 1059-1061.
- Madhugiri, V. S., Sudheer Kumar, G., Yadav, A. K., Gopalakrishnan, M. S., Roopesh Kumar, V. R., & Shankar Ganesh, C. V. (2012). Intradural thoracic disc presenting with radiculopathy: A case report. Neurology India, 60(2), 257-259.
- Kumar, G. S., Roopesh Kumar, V. R., Gopalakrishnan, M. S., Shankar Ganesh, C. V., & Venkatesh, M. S. (2011). Danazol-induced life-threatening cerebral venous thrombosis in a patient with aplastic anemia. Neurology India, 59(5), 762-764.
- Roopesh Kumar, V. R., Gopalakrishnan, M. S., Shankar Ganesh, C. V., et al. (2010). Neurosarcoidosis: An uncommon presentation. Neurology India, 58(4), 673–675.
Awards & Recognitions
- Distinguished Clinical Tutor, Apollo Hospitals Educational and Research Foundation (AHERF)
- Recipient of prestigious fellowships from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and leading UK neurosurgical centers
- Recognized for academic excellence and research contributions during tenure at JIPMER, an Institution of National Importance
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Shankar Ganesh is a top neurosurgeon in India specialising in the surgical treatment of brain and spine disorders. His key areas of expertise include Paediatric Neurosurgery, Neuro-oncology (brain and spine tumours), Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery, and the management of Epilepsy and cerebrovascular conditions like aneurysms.
Dr. Shankar Ganesh has a rich clinical experience of over 12 years in the field of neurosurgery, during which he has successfully handled numerous complex cases.
Yes, he is highly regarded as one of the leading paediatric neurosurgeons in India. His specialisation includes treating congenital conditions like craniosynostosis, paediatric brain tumours, and offering innovative treatments for epilepsy in children.
His extensive training in India and the UK, combined with his vast experience in advanced procedures like microsurgery and endoscopic surgery, sets him apart. Furthermore, his patient-centric approach, and high success rates, solidify his reputation as a top neurosurgeon in India.
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