Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K - Consultant Neuro Surgery

Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K – Neurosurgeon and Neuro-Spine Surgeon in Bengaluru

Neurology

Consultant Neuro Surgery

11 Years of Experience in Neurosurgery

Fortis Hospital

Bangalore

5.0★★★★★3 reviews

Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K – Neurosurgeon and Neuro-Spine Surgeon in Bengaluru

Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K is an experienced Neurosurgeon and Neuro-Spine Surgeon serving as Consultant Neuro Surgery at Fortis Yeshwanthpur, Bengaluru. Fortis Healthcare currently lists him with 11 years of extensive clinical and surgical experience.

He completed his MBBS from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, followed by MS in General Surgery from Bangalore Medical College and MCh in Neurosurgery from King George's Medical University, Lucknow.

Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K specialises in advanced brain and spine surgery, with expertise in cranial microsurgery, neuro-oncology, neuro-endoscopy, skull base surgery and management of complex neurological and spinal disorders.

His brain surgery practice includes treatment of brain tumours, infections, hydrocephalus, paediatric neurosurgical conditions and traumatic brain injuries. He also performs advanced neuro-endoscopic procedures and complex skull base surgery.

His spine practice includes microscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery for disc disease, spinal trauma, infections and conditions requiring spinal fusion or complex reconstruction. He is also actively involved in neurosurgical research, academic publications and surgical education.

Other Information

Areas of Expertise and Treatments

Brain Tumour Surgery

Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K performs surgery for selected benign and malignant brain tumours using microsurgical and advanced neurosurgical techniques.

Cranial Microsurgery

He has specialised expertise in cranial microsurgery for complex brain lesions requiring precise operative treatment around critical neurological structures.

Neuro-Oncology Surgery

Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K provides surgical management of selected brain and nervous-system tumours as part of multidisciplinary neuro-oncology care.

Skull Base Surgery

His expertise includes complex skull base surgery for selected lesions located near critical nerves, blood vessels and deep brain structures.

Neuro-Endoscopic Surgery

Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K performs minimally invasive neuro-endoscopic procedures for appropriately selected intracranial conditions.

Hydrocephalus Surgery

He manages hydrocephalus using appropriate neurosurgical procedures based on the underlying cause and individual clinical condition.

Traumatic Brain Injury Surgery

Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K manages severe head injuries and traumatic brain conditions requiring emergency or planned neurosurgical intervention.

Pediatric Neurosurgery

His practice includes surgical management of selected neurological conditions affecting children, including paediatric brain lesions and hydrocephalus.

Microdiscectomy

Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K performs microscopic discectomy for selected patients with spinal disc prolapse causing significant nerve compression and neurological symptoms.

Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

He performs minimally invasive spine procedures designed to treat selected spinal disorders while reducing disruption to surrounding tissues.

Spinal Disc Surgery

Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K manages cervical, thoracic and lumbar disc disorders requiring surgical decompression or other operative treatment.

Spinal Trauma Surgery

His Neuro-Spine practice includes surgical treatment of selected spinal injuries requiring decompression, stabilisation or reconstruction.

Spinal Infection Surgery

Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K manages selected spinal infections requiring surgical decompression, drainage, stabilisation or reconstruction.

Spinal Fusion

He performs spinal fusion for selected unstable, degenerative or traumatic spinal conditions where stabilisation is clinically required.

Complex Spinal Reconstruction

Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K has expertise in complex spinal reconstruction for selected patients with severe structural, traumatic or degenerative spinal disorders.

Education & Qualifications

MBBS, MS - General Surgery, MCh - Neurosurgery

Services

Brain Tumour Surgery, Cranial Microsurgery, Neuro-Endoscopic Surgery, Skull Base Surgery, Hydrocephalus Surgery, Traumatic Brain Injury Surgery, Pediatric Neurosurgery, Microdiscectomy, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Spinal Disc Surgery, Spinal Trauma Surgery, Spinal Infection Surgery, Spinal Fusion, Complex Spinal Reconstruction

Patient Testimonials

What Patients Say About Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K

Genuine patient experiences and treatment feedback.

5.0
3 reviews
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Lolita H S

Verified

JP Nagar, Bangalore • Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

5.0

Detailed Spine Surgery Consultation

Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K explained the spinal problem clearly and discussed the minimally invasive surgical approach, expected benefits and recovery in detail.

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Pavanesh K

Verified

JP Nagar, Bangalore • Neurosurgery Consultation

5.0

Clear Neurosurgery Consultation

Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K explained the neurological condition clearly and discussed the available surgical options, investigations and follow-up plan in an easy-to-understand manner.

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Sruthika K

Verified

Nagarbhavi, Bangalore • Brain Tumour Surgery

5.0

Helpful Brain Tumour Surgery Guidance

Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K clearly explained the brain tumour location, surgical approach and expected recovery and provided useful guidance throughout the consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions about Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K

01

Does Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K treat head injuries?

Yes. Surgical management of traumatic brain injury is one of his documented areas of expertise.

02

Does Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K perform minimally invasive spine surgery?

Yes. Microscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery are major areas of his Neuro-Spine practice.

03

Does Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K perform brain tumour surgery?

Yes. Brain tumour surgery and neuro-oncology are among Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K's documented areas of expertise.

04

How many years of experience does Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K have?

Fortis Healthcare currently lists Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K with 11 years of clinical and surgical experience, while Practo lists 17 years of overall medical experience.

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What are Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K's qualifications?

Dr. Chaitanya Prabhu K holds MBBS, MS in General Surgery and MCh in Neurosurgery.

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