Neurology
Neurosurgery, Neuro and Spine Surgery16 Years of Overall Medical Experience and 5 Years as a Neurosurgery Specialist
Fortis Hospital
Bangalore
Dr. Sunil Buddappa is an experienced Consultant Neurosurgeon and Spine Surgeon in Bangalore with expertise in advanced brain and spine surgery, minimally invasive techniques and complex neurological conditions.
He is currently associated with Fortis Hospital, Cunningham Road, Bangalore, where he serves as Consultant in Neurosurgery and Neuro-Spine Surgery.
Dr. Sunil Buddappa is particularly known for his expertise in minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery, with an emphasis on reducing surgical trauma and supporting faster postoperative rehabilitation in appropriately selected patients.
His major clinical interests include complex spine surgery, degenerative spine disease, neurotrauma, spinal trauma, neuro-oncology, cerebrovascular surgery, neuronavigation and neuroendoscopy.
Dr. Sunil Buddappa also has extensive experience in managing complex neurosurgical conditions such as brain-stem gliomas and skull-base lesions that require precise surgical planning and advanced operative techniques.
His practice includes treatment of spinal disorders associated with nerve compression, sciatica, weakness and other neurological symptoms, with surgical intervention considered when conservative treatment is insufficient.
He also treats patients with traumatic brain and spinal injuries and has experience in the surgical management of complex neurotrauma requiring multidisciplinary neurological and critical-care support.
Dr. Sunil Buddappa has a strong interest in neuro-oncology and performs evaluation and surgical management of selected brain and spinal tumours using advanced techniques where appropriate.
His clinical approach incorporates technologies such as neuronavigation and neuroendoscopy to improve surgical precision and minimise tissue disruption in selected procedures.
He is also actively involved in academics and research and has served as a faculty speaker at national neurosurgical conferences.
Patients seeking evaluation for neurological and neurosurgical conditions can explore Neurology care at Medpas Health.
Patients with brain or spinal tumours requiring multidisciplinary cancer care can also explore Oncology treatment at Medpas Health.
Dr. Sunil Buddappa's areas of expertise include Neurosurgery, Neuro-Spine Surgery, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Endoscopic Spine Surgery, Complex Spine Surgery, Neurotrauma, Spinal Trauma, Neuro-Oncology, Cerebrovascular Surgery, Neuronavigation, Neuroendoscopy, Brain-Stem Glioma Surgery and Skull-Base Surgery.
Dr. Sunil Buddappa provides specialist treatment for brain, spine and nervous-system conditions. Patients can explore Neurology care at Medpas Health for comprehensive neurological assessment and treatment planning.
Dr. Sunil Buddappa performs minimally invasive spine procedures for selected patients with spinal disorders where smaller surgical approaches may help reduce tissue disruption and support recovery.
He has expertise in endoscopic spine surgery, using specialised instruments and camera-assisted techniques for selected spinal conditions requiring decompression or treatment of nerve compression.
Dr. Sunil Buddappa evaluates sciatica caused by nerve compression from disc disease or spinal narrowing and recommends medication, rehabilitation or surgery depending on symptom severity.
He performs laminectomy for selected patients with spinal stenosis or nerve compression where removal of a portion of the vertebral bone is required to relieve pressure.
Dr. Sunil Buddappa evaluates and surgically manages complex spinal conditions involving instability, degeneration, deformity, trauma or neurological compression.
He treats selected spinal injuries that may require surgical decompression, stabilisation or reconstruction to protect neurological function and restore spinal stability.
Dr. Sunil Buddappa provides neurosurgical evaluation and operative treatment for selected brain tumours based on tumour type, size, location and neurological involvement.
Patients with brain tumours requiring multidisciplinary cancer treatment can also explore Oncology care at Medpas Health.
He has documented experience managing highly complex brain-stem gliomas where advanced imaging, careful surgical planning and microsurgical techniques may be required.
Dr. Sunil Buddappa performs selected skull-base procedures involving lesions located near important cranial nerves, blood vessels and other critical structures.
He provides neurosurgical care for selected brain and spinal tumours and coordinates multidisciplinary treatment where oncology, radiation therapy or other specialist care is required.
Dr. Sunil Buddappa evaluates selected cerebrovascular disorders affecting the blood vessels of the brain and recommends surgical or multidisciplinary treatment based on the underlying condition.
He uses neuronavigation in selected neurosurgical procedures to support accurate localisation and surgical planning around complex brain and spinal anatomy.
Dr. Sunil Buddappa has expertise in neuroendoscopic techniques that may allow selected brain or spinal procedures to be performed using smaller surgical corridors.
He manages selected traumatic brain injuries and provides surgical intervention when bleeding, swelling, fractures or neurological deterioration require operative treatment.
Dr. Sunil Buddappa evaluates foot drop caused by nerve or spinal disorders and recommends appropriate neurological investigation, rehabilitation or surgical treatment depending on the cause.
His current professional profile includes procedures such as endoscopic carpal tunnel release for selected peripheral nerve compression disorders.
For comprehensive neurological and spine care, visit the Neurology speciality at Medpas Health.
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Neurosurgery)
Minimally Invasive Endoscopic Spine Surgery, Complex Spine Surgery, Neurotrauma and Spinal Trauma, Neuro-oncology, Cerebrovascular Surgery, Neuronavigation, Neuroendoscopy, Brain Stem Glioma Surgery, Skull Base Surgery. Neurosurgical treatments, spine surgery
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Quick answers to common questions about Dr. Sunil Buddappa
Dr. Sunil Buddappa specializes in minimally invasive endoscopic spine surgery, complex spine surgery, neuro-oncology, cerebrovascular surgery, brain stem glioma surgery, and skull base surgery.
Dr. Sunil Buddappa has received "Most Dynamic Neuro and Spine Surgeon in South India" from Golden Aim Awards Dubai, "Most Trusted Neuro and Spine Surgeon in Bangalore" from Bangalore Health Care Awards, First Prize in Poster Presentation at ASACON 2014, and was Zonal Round Winner of the Torrent Young Scholar Award – Neurosurgery Quiz 2018.
Yes. Sciatica pain treatment is listed among the common reasons patients consult him on Practo.
Yes. Fortis specifically identifies him as having expertise in minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery.
Yes. Minimally invasive spine surgery is one of his major documented areas of expertise.
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