About Dr. Anandh Balasubramaniam

• Dr. Anandh Balasubramaniam is an accomplished neurosurgeon specializing in neuro-oncology and functional neurosurgery, with a deep commitment to advancing the field of minimally invasive techniques.
• Since the late 1990s, he has been at the forefront of Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) for Parkinson’s disease, making him one of India’s earliest adopters of this advanced surgical modality.
• He pioneered the use of endoscopic neurosurgery for conditions such as hydrocephalus, pituitary tumors, and intraventricular tumors (e.g., colloid cysts) as early as 1997.
• Over the past 15 years, Dr. Balasubramaniam has extensively integrated navigation systems, intra-operative imaging (Intra-Op MRI), and intra-op monitoring into his neurosurgical practice to ensure safe and effective tumor resections.
• In addition, Dr. Balasubramaniam is a highly skilled practitioner of stereotactic radiosurgery, including Gamma Knife, Linac-based delivery, and SEEG placements for epilepsy surgery.
• He graduated with an MBBS and MS (General Surgery) from JIPMER, followed by an MCh in Neurosurgery from NIMHANS and DNB in Neurosurgery.
• A passionate teacher and mentor, Dr. Balasubramaniam has trained numerous students and junior neurosurgeons in advanced surgical skills, while also contributing extensively to clinical and basic science research, especially in neuro-oncology.
• He has over 54 scientific publications and book chapters in national and international journals and books.
• Known for his global outreach, Dr. Balasubramaniam provides neurosurgical care for patients from Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Nigeria, Uzbekistan, Cameroon, Oman, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, and Iraq, establishing himself as one of India’s most sought-after specialists in brain and spine surgery.