Dr. Vishwaraj Ratha
Senior Consultant Neurosurgery
SIMS Hospital, Vadapalani, ChennaiChennai, India
16+ years of experience
About Doctor
Qualifications:
- MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery)
- MS (Master of Surgery) in General Surgery
- MCh (Magister Chirurgiae) in Neurosurgery
Overview:
Dr. Vishwaraj Ratha is a distinguished neurosurgeon with a commendable academic and professional trajectory. He earned his MBBS from the renowned King Edward Memorial (KEM) Hospital in Mumbai, followed by an MS in General Surgery from Government Medical College, Nagpur, where he was a university rank holder. Pursuing his passion for neurosurgery, he achieved an MCh in Neurosurgery with a Gold Medal from Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences in 2014.
Dr. Ratha's pioneering spirit is evident through his contributions to the field:
- He introduced Awake Neurosurgery for Trigeminal Nerve Neuralgia in India, making his institute the second globally to adopt this technique.
- He was integral to the team that implemented real-time intra-operative neuromonitoring in spine surgeries, a first-of-its-kind initiative pending patent approval.
An academician at heart, Dr. Ratha has authored 10 international publications in esteemed journals and co-authored four neurosurgery textbooks. His commitment to advancing neurosurgical practices is further demonstrated by his active participation in numerous conferences and workshops, where he has presented award-winning papers and shared his insights on complex neurosurgical procedures.
Conditions Treated:
- Epilepsy
- Pediatric neurosurgical conditions
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Cognitive impairments
- Skull base tumors
Procedures Performed:
- Epilepsy surgery
- Endoscopic neurosurgery
- Pediatric neurosurgery procedures
- Neuro-trauma surgeries
- Neuro-cognitive rehabilitation
- Neurologic music therapy
- Awake neurosurgery for microvascular decompression
- Endonasal endoscopic surgery for skull base tumors
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FAQs
To consult with Dr. Ratha, you can book an appointment through SIMS Hospital's official website or contact their appointment desk directly. Alternatively, HOSPIDIO can assist in coordinating your consultation. Reach out via email at [email protected] or call/WhatsApp: +91-9870538337.
Awake neurosurgery involves performing brain surgery while the patient is conscious. This technique allows surgeons to monitor neurological functions in real-time, reducing the risk of impairing critical areas responsible for speech, movement, and senses. Benefits include improved surgical precision and potentially faster recovery times.
Yes, Dr. Ratha has specialized expertise in pediatric neurosurgery, addressing neurological conditions affecting children, ensuring both surgical precision and compassionate care.
Endoscopic neurosurgery is a minimally invasive surgical approach that utilizes an endoscope—a flexible tube with a camera and light—to access and treat areas within the brain and spine. This method often results in smaller incisions, reduced pain, and quicker recovery compared to traditional surgery.
Neurologic music therapy leverages the therapeutic qualities of music to address cognitive, sensory, and motor dysfunctions. It can enhance neural pathway development and improve functions such as speech, movement, and cognition in patients undergoing neuro-rehabilitation.