Neurosurgery

Our Services

Overview

Complexities of Neurological disorders are overcome in this modern era with the help of ultramodern technologies. Yet, Precise diagnosis and accurate surgery are indispensable for complete cure and healing. The department of Neurosurgery at AMALA IMS is well-equipped with state-of-the-art technology, supervised by dexterous senior neurosurgical specialists, who are cognoscente in Cerebrovascular, Neurodegenerative, and Demyelinating surgeries.

Our Facilities

  • Well equipped Neurosurgery ICU with non invasive monitors and ventilators and bedside Infusion pumps with trained nursing staff.
  • Most modern exclusive operating microscope
  • Drill system for cranial and spinal surgery
  • Facilities for all cranial and spinal microsurgery
  • Facilities for endoscopic surgery
  • Transsphenoidal surgery
  • Neurology
  • 128 slice CT for CT brain angiogram
  • 1.5 tesla MRI scan
  • PET scan, Brain angiogram
  • Neuro oncology with 2 linear accelerators with facilities for radio surgery

Doctors

Dr. Suresh Kumar S


TCMC 24999
Professor & HOD

Dr. Dilip Rajasekharan


TMC NO: 51156
Assistant Professor

Our Services

  • Neurocritical Care

    Multidisciplinary approach to diagnosis and treatment of brain, spine and peripheral nerve disorders

    State-of-the-art diagnosis and care of brain and spine injury patients

    Dedicated neurocritical care facilitities for critically ill neurological patients

  • General Neurosurgery

    Microneurosurgery for brain and spine tumours

    Shunting for hydrocephalus

    Treatment of spinal disc diseases- Laminectomy/ Discectomy

    Fixation procedures for spine

    Decompressivecraniectomy, Craniotomy, Cranioplasty surgeries

    Surgeries for depressed fracture elevation

  • Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery

    Brain surgeries for hypertensive bleeds,Microneurosurgery for brain aneurysms and AVMs

  • Endoscopic/Minimal Invasive Approaches

    Endoscopic treatment for pituitary tumours, CSF leak, brain and spine disorders,Shunting/endoscopic procedures for Hydrocephalus

  • Pediatric Neurosurgery

    Pediatric head injury and tumour surgeries,Craniosynostosis

  • Pain Management

    Nerve release surgeries,Perineural analgesia

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What kinds of problems does a neurosurgeon treat?

    A neurosurgeon treats structural, mechanical or traumatic conditions involving the brain, spine, spinal cord, and certain nerves when an operation may be needed. At a neurology hospital in Thrissur like AIMS, patients with complex neurological conditions may be referred for a neurosurgical opinion.

  • When would someone need brain surgery?

    Brain surgery would be needed when a condition affecting the nervous system cannot be treated with just medications, poses a threat to life, or impacts the quality of life. It may be recommended for certain tumours, bleeding, injuries, or conditions that put pressure on important parts of the brain. The decision is completely dependant upon the diagnosis and whether the success outweighs the risks.

  • Can a neurosurgeon treat a slipped disc?

    Yes. Neurosurgeons can absolutely treat spinal disc problems, especially when the displaced disc presses on nearby spinal nerves or the spinal cord. An operation isn’t the first option as many slipped discs can improve with right non-surgical treatments.

  • Does every brain tumour need to be removed?

    No, the medical team evaluates the characteristics of the tumour before choosing an operation. Neurosurgeons choose to monitor some tumours, while others are treated with surgery, radiation, medicines or a combination of methods. The approach basically depends on the tumour type, its location and behaviour.

  • When should back pain be taken seriously?

    It should be taken seriously when a backpain is accompanied by clinical warning signs called “red flags”. Most back pains are the result of minor muscle strains but certain symptoms like weakness, numbness, or difficulty in walking needs immediate medical attention and should be taken seriously.

  • What tests are needed before neurosurgery?

    MRI and CT scans are commonly used to understand the location and extent of the problem. Your surgeon may also recommend blood tests or other investigations to plan treatment safely. Visit a well-established neurology hospital in Thrissur like Amala to take the right steps before your neurosurgery.

  • Will I need physiotherapy after neurosurgery?

    Yes, mainly after spine surgery or operations in relation to movement and coordination. Physical rehabilitation helps retrain your nervous system, rebuild muscle groups, restore balance, and manage stiffness. The recovery programme depends on the type of surgery and the patient’s condition.