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13 Dr. V R Roopesh Kumar

Dr. V R Roopesh Kumar

Director of Neurosurgery

MGM Healthcare, Chennai
Chennai, India
20+ years of experience
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About Doctor

Qualifications:
  • MBBS – Dr. MGR Medical University (1996)
  • MS – General Surgery, Madurai Medical College, Dr. MGR Medical University (2001)
  • MCh – Neurosurgery, NIMHANS, Bangalore (2004)
Overview:

Dr. V R Roopesh Kumar is a distinguished neurosurgeon with over 20 years of experience, specializing in complex brain and spine tumor management. His expertise encompasses skull base surgery (both microscopic and endoscopic), cerebrovascular surgery for aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), carotid endarterectomy, vascular bypass, and minimally invasive cranial and spinal surgeries.

An alumnus of Dr. MGR Medical University and NIMHANS, Dr. Kumar has held prominent positions, including heading the Department of Neurosurgery at JIPMER, where he established state-of-the-art neurosurgical facilities. He has contributed over 52 impactful journal articles and has been a reviewer for various national and international peer-reviewed journals.

His accolades include:

  • Sri Marudha Ramalingar Award for Best Doctor in the Union Territory of Pondicherry (2013)
  • Jaycee Award for Outstanding Public Service in Pondicherry (2013)
  • Bischt Award for Outstanding Senior Faculty by JIPMER Scientific Society (2014)
  • Arimathi Thennaganar Award by Youth Peace Center (2014)
  • Best Institutional Award (JIPMER) for Best Neurotrauma Services in the Country (2014)
  • Maruthuva Sevai Mamani Virudhu by NSS Wing of Pondicherry (2014)
  • Achanta Lakshmipathy Award at Institute of Neurology (2014)

Dr. Kumar is also actively involved in various professional societies:

  • Founder Secretary, Society for Intraoperative Neurophysiology
  • Secretary, Skull Base Surgery Society of India
  • Chairman, Young Neurosurgeons Forum of India
  • Executive Committee Member, Neuroendoscopy Society of India
  • Executive Committee Member, Neuro Oncology Society of India
  • Editorial Board Member, Neurology India and Journal of Cerebrovascular Sciences

Conditions Treated

  • Brain Tumors (e.g., Meningioma, Schwannoma, Craniopharyngioma, Hypothalamic and Brain Stem Glioma)
  • Spinal Tumors and Anomalies
  • Cerebrovascular Disorders (e.g., Aneurysms, AVMs)
  • Hydrocephalus
  • Epilepsy
  • Stroke
  • Peripheral Nerve Disorders
  • Congenital Anomalies
  • Paralysis
  • Foot Drop

Procedures Performed

  • Skull Base Surgery (Microscopic and Endoscopic)
  • Cerebrovascular Surgery (Aneurysm Clipping, AVM Resection, Carotid Endarterectomy, Vascular Bypass)
  • Minimally Invasive Cranial and Spinal Surgery
  • Deep Brain Stimulation
  • Epilepsy Surgery
  • CSF Rhinorrhoea Repair Surgery
  • Canalith Repositioning (CR)
  • Surgery for Congenital Anomalies
  • Peripheral Nerve Surgery

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FAQs

Dr. Kumar specializes in complex brain and spine tumor surgeries, skull base surgeries, cerebrovascular procedures, and minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques.

He is the Director of Neurosurgery at MGM Healthcare, located at 72, Nelson Manickam Road, Aminjikarai, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.

Appointments can be scheduled directly through MGM Healthcare's official website or by contacting their appointment desk.

Yes, Dr. Kumar has successfully performed complex neurosurgical procedures on pediatric patients, including rare cases involving brainstem tumors.

International patients can reach out to HOSPIDIO for assistance in scheduling consultations or treatments. Contact HOSPIDIO via email at [email protected] or call/WhatsApp at +91-9870538337 for personalized support.