Neurology
Consultant – Neurosurgery14+ years
Fortis Hospitals
Kolkata
Dr. Sudipta Bhattacharya is a Consultant Neurosurgeon associated with Fortis Hospital Anandapur, Kolkata. His official Fortis Healthcare profile lists 12 years of professional experience. His clinical expertise includes complex brain and spine surgery, neurotrauma management and minimally invasive spinal procedures. He also has specialist training in general neurosurgery and minimally invasive spine surgery.
Dr. Sudipta Bhattacharya holds an MBBS, MS in General Surgery and MCh in Neurosurgery. His educational background includes training associated with West Bengal University of Health Sciences and the Bangur Institute of Neurosciences, Kolkata. His additional fellowship in General Neurosurgery and Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery supports his specialist work in the diagnosis and surgical management of selected neurological and spinal conditions.
Spine surgery is an important area of Dr. Bhattacharya's documented clinical practice. His professional biography identifies cervical and lumbar disc surgery, spinal fusion and minimally invasive spine procedures among his interests. Patients with significant spinal nerve compression, disc-related pain or neurological symptoms may require examination and imaging to determine whether rehabilitation, medication or surgical treatment is appropriate.
Dr. Bhattacharya also has reported experience in brain tumour surgery and neurotrauma management. Brain tumours may cause headaches, seizures, weakness or other neurological symptoms, depending on their location and characteristics. Neurosurgical assessment may involve MRI or CT imaging and consultation with additional specialists. Treatment depends on the diagnosis, tumour location, associated risks and the patient's overall medical condition.
Traumatic brain and spinal injuries are additional areas of his reported clinical expertise. Serious injuries can cause neurological impairment and may require emergency assessment, close monitoring or surgical treatment. Neurosurgical management focuses on identifying structural injury, evaluating neurological function and determining whether urgent intervention is needed. Complex cases often involve emergency medicine, intensive care and rehabilitation teams.
His supplementary professional profile also identifies peripheral nerve disorders among his clinical interests. These conditions may cause pain, weakness, numbness or altered sensation, depending on the affected nerve. Dr. Sudipta Bhattacharya is associated with Fortis Hospital Anandapur, while an additional consultation listing appears at Mukundapur, Kolkata. Patients seeking specialist advice for brain or spine conditions should confirm his current appointments and procedural availability directly with the relevant hospital.
Neurosurgery consultation focuses on conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nerves that may require specialist evaluation or surgical management. Assessment includes reviewing symptoms, neurological examination findings and relevant imaging. Treatment may involve medication, rehabilitation, monitoring or surgery, depending on the diagnosis and severity of the condition.
Minimally invasive spine surgery uses specialised instruments and smaller surgical approaches to treat selected spinal conditions. It may be considered for certain disc disorders, nerve compression or spinal instability. The approach depends on spinal anatomy, imaging findings and neurological symptoms. Not every spinal disorder is suitable for minimally invasive treatment.
Cervical disc surgery treats selected conditions affecting the discs in the neck, particularly when they compress nerve roots or the spinal cord. Patients may experience neck pain, arm weakness, numbness or walking difficulties. Surgical decisions depend on symptoms, examination findings, imaging and response to appropriate non-surgical treatment.
Lumbar disc surgery may be considered when a damaged or herniated lower-back disc causes significant nerve compression. Symptoms can include radiating leg pain, numbness or weakness. Many patients improve with conservative management, but selected cases require surgery to relieve nerve pressure or address progressive neurological problems.
Spinal fusion is a surgical procedure designed to join selected vertebrae when stabilisation is necessary. It may be considered for certain cases of spinal instability, deformity or degenerative disease. Surgical planning considers spinal alignment, neurological function, bone quality and the risks and benefits of restricting movement at the treated levels.
Brain tumour surgery involves the assessment and removal or sampling of selected abnormal growths within the brain. The surgical approach depends on tumour location, size, suspected diagnosis and proximity to important neurological structures. Treatment planning may involve neurosurgeons, neurologists, oncologists and other specialists.
Spinal tumours can develop within or around the spinal cord, nerves or vertebral structures. Symptoms may include pain, weakness, sensory changes or difficulty walking. Evaluation commonly involves MRI and neurological examination. Surgery may be considered for selected tumours, particularly when spinal stability or neurological function is threatened.
Traumatic brain injury may occur after road accidents, falls or other head injuries. Severe cases can involve bleeding, swelling or damage to brain tissue. Neurosurgical assessment considers neurological function and CT imaging findings. Treatment ranges from monitoring and supportive care to urgent surgery when necessary.
Spinal cord injuries can affect movement, sensation and other neurological functions below the injured area. Evaluation focuses on neurological examination, spinal stability and appropriate imaging. Treatment may involve immobilisation, critical care, decompression or stabilisation surgery and rehabilitation according to the injury and clinical condition.
A herniated spinal disc occurs when disc material extends beyond its usual position and may irritate or compress nearby nerves. Symptoms can include back or neck pain, radiating discomfort, weakness and numbness. Assessment guides treatment, which may range from physiotherapy and medication to selected surgical procedures.
Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of spaces within the spine that may compress nerve roots or the spinal cord. Symptoms can include pain, numbness, weakness or difficulty walking. Evaluation includes neurological examination and imaging. Treatment depends on the severity of compression and may involve rehabilitation, medication or decompression surgery.
Cervical myelopathy occurs when the spinal cord becomes compressed in the neck. It may cause hand clumsiness, balance difficulties, weakness or changes in walking. Assessment requires neurological examination and imaging. Progressive or significant spinal cord compression may require timely surgical evaluation to reduce the risk of further deterioration.
Degenerative spinal conditions involve age-related or other changes affecting spinal discs, joints and ligaments. Patients may experience pain, stiffness or nerve-related symptoms. Management depends on the diagnosis, neurological findings and functional limitations. Many cases are treated non-surgically, while selected patients benefit from specialist surgical assessment.
Peripheral nerve compression occurs when a nerve is placed under pressure by surrounding structures. It may cause tingling, pain, numbness or muscle weakness. Evaluation considers symptom distribution, examination findings and selected nerve studies. Treatment may involve activity modification, supportive measures or surgical decompression in appropriate cases.
Hydrocephalus occurs when cerebrospinal fluid accumulates abnormally within the brain's ventricular system. Symptoms vary according to age and underlying cause. Evaluation commonly includes neurological examination and brain imaging. Selected patients require surgical procedures to divert or manage cerebrospinal fluid after specialist assessment.
Brain aneurysms are abnormal bulges in blood vessel walls that may require specialist evaluation because of bleeding risk. Assessment considers vascular imaging, aneurysm size, location and individual patient factors. Management options may include monitoring, endovascular treatment or surgery, depending on expert assessment and available specialist services.
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Neurosurgery)
Neurosurgery Consultation, Brain Tumour Surgery, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Cervical Disc Surgery, Lumbar Disc Surgery, Spinal Fusion, Neurotrauma Management, Traumatic Brain Injury Assessment, Spinal Cord Injury Evaluation, Peripheral Nerve Disorder Assessment, Herniated Disc Management, Spinal Stenosis Assessment, Spinal Tumour Evaluation, Hydrocephalus Assessment, Brain Aneurysm Consultation and Degenerative Spine Disease Management.
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Quick answers to common questions about Dr. Sudipta Bhattacharya
Dr. Sudipta Bhattacharya is a Consultant Neurosurgeon at Fortis Hospital Anandapur, Kolkata. His expertise includes complex brain and spine surgery, minimally invasive spine procedures, neurotrauma and peripheral nerve disorders.
He holds MBBS, MS (General Surgery) and MCh (Neurosurgery), along with fellowship training in General Neurosurgery and Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery.
Fortis Healthcare and the supplied MediBuddy listing report 12 years of experience. Savelife Healthcare reports 14+ years. The recommended Medpas figure is 12 years, pending confirmation.
Yes. His official Fortis qualifications include a fellowship in General Neurosurgery and Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery. Savelife also documents his interest in cervical and lumbar disc surgery and spinal fusion.
Brain tumour surgery is specifically included among his clinical interests by Savelife Healthcare. The appropriate treatment depends on tumour characteristics, location, imaging findings and specialist assessment.
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