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2 Dr. Sajan K Hegde

Dr. Sajan K Hegde

Senior Consultant Spine Surgeon

Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, Chennai
Chennai, India
30+ years of experience
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About Doctor

Qualifications:
  • MBBS
  • MS
Overview:

Dr. Sajan Hegde is one of India’s foremost spine specialists, recognized globally for his contributions to spinal surgery. He was the first Indian to receive the prestigious French Cottrell Fellowship in Spine Surgery. Over the years, Dr. Hegde has introduced several groundbreaking spinal procedures in India, including the first charity cervical disc replacement, the use of shape memory alloys in spine surgery, and the first major Renaissance Spine Surgery Guidance System.

He currently leads the advanced spine care services at Apollo Hospitals, Chennai, where his unit stands as one of the largest and busiest scoliosis correction centers in India. Dr. Hegde is an expert in treating spinal deformities in children, managing degenerative diseases of the cervical and lumbar spine, and training the next generation of spine surgeons. His expertise has made him a sought-after consultant in over 10 countries across the Middle East and Africa.

Dr. Hegde has served as the past president of the Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI) and is actively involved in professional memberships such as

  • Indian Orthopedic Association (IOA)
  • Group International Cotrel Dubousset (GICD)
  • Spine Trauma Study Group (USA)

He frequently conducts workshops and training sessions on spinal techniques and instrumentation, sharing his vast knowledge with aspiring spine surgeons.

Conditions Treated:

  • Scoliosis and spinal deformities
  • Degenerative cervical and lumbar spine diseases
  • Spinal trauma and fractures
  • Herniated discs
  • Spinal infections and tumors
  • Complex spinal reconstruction

Procedures Performed:

  • Minimally invasive spine surgery
  • Scoliosis correction surgery
  • Cervical disc replacement
  • Spinal fusion and decompression
  • Spine trauma surgery
  • Advanced spinal instrumentation and guidance system surgeries

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Dr. Sajan Hegde is known for pioneering several spinal procedures in India and has over 25 years of experience in spine surgery. He has introduced advanced surgical techniques, including cervical disc replacement and minimally invasive spine procedures, making him one of the most sought-after spine specialists.

Yes, Dr. Hegde is a globally recognized spine surgeon and has been invited as a consultant in over 10 countries. He regularly treats international patients at Apollo Hospitals, Chennai.

To book an appointment, you can contact Apollo Hospitals directly. Alternatively, you can reach out to HOSPIDIO for assistance with appointments, travel, and medical arrangements at [email protected] or call/WhatsApp +91-9870538337.

Dr. Hegde is at the forefront of advanced spine surgeries, including the Renaissance Spine Surgery Guidance System, minimally invasive procedures, and the use of shape memory alloy in spine surgeries.

Dr. Hegde’s unit at Apollo Hospitals is one of the busiest scoliosis correction centers in India, with a high success rate in both pediatric and adult scoliosis treatments.