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13 Dr. K.R. Suresh Bapu

Dr. K.R. Suresh Bapu

Director and Senior Consultant Neuroscience

SIMS Hospital, Vadapalani, Chennai
Chennai, India
50+ years of experience
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About Doctor

Qualifications:
  • MBBS​
  • MS - General Surgery​
  • MCh - Neurosurgery​
Overview:

Dr. K.R. Suresh Bapu is a pioneer in microneurosurgery and endoscopic surgery in Tamil Nadu. He completed his MBBS and MS from Madurai Medical College, followed by an MCh in Neurosurgery. In 1981-82, he received specialized training in microneurosurgery under Prof. Gazi Yasargil in Zurich, Switzerland. Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Bapu has held esteemed positions, including Additional Professor of Neurosurgery at Madras Medical College and visiting consultant at Apollo Specialty Hospital. He has been instrumental in establishing microneurosurgery in South Tamil Nadu and has trained numerous neurosurgeons across India. Dr. Bapu has also undergone specialized training programs in neurosurgical procedures from various centers in Switzerland, USA, and Japan.

Conditions Treated:

  • Intracranial aneurysms​
  • Arteriovenous malformations
  • Skull base tumors
  • Cervical and lumbar disc prolapse
  • Spinal cord tumors
  • Pituitary tumors
  • Colloid cysts
  • Cerebello-Pontine angle tumors
  • Low-grade gliomas
  • Epilepsy
  • Peripheral nerve tumors
  • ​ Nerve injuries

Procedures Performed:

  • Microsurgery for intracranial aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations
  • Endoscopic excision of pituitary tumors and craniopharyngiomas
  • Safe excision of gliomas with awake craniotomy and intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring
  • Minimal access surgery for spinal cord tumors​
  • Reconstruction of congenital anomalies of the spine and spinal cord​
  • Surgery for peripheral nerve tumors and nerve injuries

Awards and Recognitions:

  • Alumni Award for Excellence in Service at Madurai in 2024
  • Tamil Nadu Medical Council Award in 2018 for exemplary service in the field of medicine
  • ​ MGR Medical University – Best Teacher Award
  • ​ Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa) by MAHER in 2024 for selfless service to humanity​
  • Invited orator for numerous prestigious lectures, including Prof. B Ramamurthy, Prof. T S Kanaka, Dr. Nanjunda Rao, Prof. V Balasubramanium, and Dr. Ananthagiri orations

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To schedule an appointment with Dr. K.R. Suresh Bapu, you can book directly through SIMS Hospital. Alternatively, HOSPIDIO can assist you with the booking process. Please contact HOSPIDIO at [email protected] or call/WhatsApp: +91-9870538337.

Dr. Bapu specializes in microneurosurgery and endoscopic surgery, focusing on conditions such as intracranial aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, skull base tumors, spinal cord tumors, and pituitary tumors.

Dr. Bapu is known for his patient-centric management, ensuring personalized care tailored to each patient's unique needs.

Dr. Bapu's consultation hours at SIMS Hospital are on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Patients have expressed high satisfaction with Dr. Bapu's treatment, noting his friendliness, thorough explanations, and effective treatments.