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Dr. Balamurugan M is a distinguished neurosurgeon based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, with an impressive 30 years of extensive experience in the field. Renowned for his expertise in neurosurgical procedures, he specializes in treating complex conditions such as brain tumors, spine tumors, cervical disc prolapse, and hydrocephalus, alongside managing cerebral clots and bleeding in the brain. Dr. Balamurugans surgical proficiency extends to treating slipped discs and performing intricate spinal surgeries for both children and adults. Over his illustrious career, he has successfully conducted more than 15,000 neurosurgical operations, achieving a remarkable success rate of over 95%. His technical skills encompass a wide range of procedures including craniotomy, laminectomy, spinal stabilization, and stereotactic procedures, such as biopsies and deep brain stimulation electrode implantation.
A prolific contributor to the medical community, Dr. Balamurugan has authored numerous research papers and is a respected member of various prestigious medical organizations. He is a LIFE MEMBER of the Neurological Society of India, Neurosurgical Society of India, and Neurotrauma Society of India, among others. Globally, he holds international memberships with the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and the European Academy of Neurosurgeons.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Balamurugan actively participates in the academic sphere as an Executive Committee Member of the Asian Congress of Neurosurgeons and has played a pivotal role in developing best practice guidelines for young neurosurgeons. His qualifications include an MBBS, DNB in Neurosurgery, and FRCS from Glasgow, complemented by a fellowship from the American Academy of Neurological Surgeons. Fluent in English, Tamil, and Hindi, Dr. Balamurugan is not only a skilled surgeon but also a compassionate caregiver, dedicated to improving the lives of his patients.
Experience
Oncology: >12,000 cases
Hydrocephalus: >2,500 cases
Cervical spine: >10,000 cases
Craniovertebral junction: >200 cases
Cerebrovascular: >2000 cases
Memberships
Life member Neurological society of india
Life member Neurosurgical society of india
Life member Neurotrauma society of India
Associate member in American Association of neurological surgeons
International member in Congress of neurological surgeons
Member of Movement disorder society, USA
Member of European academy of neurosurgeons
Member of Asian conference of neurological surgeons
Member of Asian Australasian congress of neurological surgeons
Member of World federation of neurological surgeons
Associate member of Indian society of pediatric neurosurgery
Awards
- Invited Faculty:
- International Conferences Attended:
- Congress Of Neurosurgical Tools And Techniques, Nagoya, Japan, April 2000.
- International Symposium On Arteriovenous Malformations, Tokyo, Japan, April 2000.
- 3rd Asian Conference Of Neurological Surgeons, Nagoya, Japan, November 2000.
- 12th Australian Movement Disorder Society Meeting, University Of Sydney, Sydney, March 2001.
- 4th Asian Conference Of Neurological Surgeons, Hong Kong, China, October 2002.
- 5th Asian Conference Of Neurological Surgeons, Jakarta, Indonesia, August 2003.
- 2nd Consensus Meeting on Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Prague, Czech Republic, 2008
- 4th Consensus Meeting on Preventing Shunt Infections, Istanbul, Turkey, 2010
- Bio-Medical Engineering Conference – Twins Univ, Tokyo, Japan.
- Neuro-Rehabilitation Meeting, Zurich, Switzerland, Dec. 2012.
- Young Neurosurgeons Update – Leiden University, Netherlands, October 2014.
- Asian Society Of Cervical Spine Surgery – Annual Conference – Istanbul, Turkey – November 2014
- Hydrocephalus Update And Consensus Meeting, Le Locle, France, April, 2015
- World Spine Society Meeting, Bali, Indonesia, June 2015
- Wfns, Rome, 2015
- Asian Congress Of Neurosurgeons, Surabaya, Indonesia, March 2016
- Ismins, Cairo, Egypt, 2016
- Ismins, Tokyo, Japan, 2017
- Spine Society Of India Annual Conference – Chennai – Oct 2012 – Topic – Preventing Complications In Cervical Spine Surgery.
- Invited Talk – Stereotactic Procedures In Neurosurgery. 1st Neuro-Ophthalmology Conference, Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai, India 2002.
- Chairperson For A Session On “Intra-Operative Aneurysm Rupture Management” – 4th Asian Conference Of Neurological Surgeons, Hong Kong, China, October 2002.
- Operative Demonstration Faculty – Spine Microsurgery Workshop – Sri Ramachandra Medical College And Research Institute, Chennai, India 2003.
- Invited Talk –– June 2012,
- Invited Talk – Neuro Spine Society Of India Annual Conference – Chennai – Oct 2012 – Topic –Cervical Total Disc Replacement – Standard Or Hype.
- Invited Talk – Neuro Hyderabad Neuro Club – Surgery For Hydrocephalus -
- Adenomas Bangalore Neuro Club – Challenges In Hydrocephalus Management
- Invited Talk – Neurological Surgeons Society Of India – March 2013 – Jaipur – Topic – Preventing Shunt Infection In Hydrocephalus
- Invited Talk – Luncheon Seminar – Icp Monitoring In The Head Injured – Evidence Based Approach And Preventing Complications – National Neuro-Trauma Conference - January 2013
- Invited Talk – 1st Neuro-Endoscopic Meeting On Anterior And Middle Cranial Fossa Surgery – Chennai, April 2013 – Peri-Operative Management Of Pituitary Conference – Guwahati – 2013.
- Invited Talk – Association Of Radiation Oncologist Of Chennai – Setember, 2013 – Maximal Excision In Glioma Surgery, Technical Advances And Future.
- Invited Talk – Indian Medical Association Tiruvannamalai Chapter – June 2014 – Microsurgery Of Brain T Ritius – Recent Trends In Neurosurgery – January 2015umours An Overview.
- Invited Talk – Neuro Society Of Mau
- Invited Talk – Neurosurgical Society Of India – March 2015 – Indore – Endoscopic Surgery For Hydrocephalus.
- Invited Talk – Pediatric Oncology Meet – Chennai, April 2015 – Flourescence Guided Excision Of Brain Tumours.
- Invited Talk – Management Of Intra-Operative Aneurysm Rupture – July 2015, Medica Superspeciality Hospital, Kolkatta.
- Invited Talk – Management Of Complications And Follow-Up Of Pituitary Tumors – August 2015, Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai
- Invited Talk – Common Neurosurgical Procedures – August 2015, Aster Medcity, Kochi.
- Invited Talk – Recent Advances In Endoscopic Neurosurgery, All India Steel Industry Medical Officers Conference, Durgapur, Jan 2016
- Invited Talk – Neurological Diseases Due To Occupation – Indian Society Of Occupational Health, Annual Conference, Bangalore, Feb 2016
- Invited Talk – Surgery For Parkinson’s Disease, Steel Authority Of India Hospital, Bhilai, April 2016
- Invited Talk – Microsurgery For Brain Tumors, Rourkela Indian Medical Association Meeting, April 2016
Research and Publication
- Post-traumatic cranial nerve palsy – the Indian journal of neurotrauma
- Rosai-Dorfman disease of the central nervous system – journal of Clinical Neuroscience
- Medullary ganglioglioma – a case report – journal of pediatric neurosurgery
- Trans-cerebellar biopsy of brainstem lesions – journal of paediatric neurosurgery
- Effect of diabetes mellitus in the progression of traumatic cerebral contusions – asian journal of diabetology
- Key hole and key-bur-hole, neurosurgery
- Dural-based cavernous hemangioma presenting as large intra-cerebral hematoma in a child – a rare clinico-pathological entity. Journal of paediatrics. Neurosciences
- Melanotic cyst of l5 spinal root – a case report and review of literature – asian journal of neurosurgery
- Chronic intradiploic hematoma associated with antiplatelet aggregating medicine, a rare clinical report - journal of neurology & stroke
- Spinal Rosai Dorfman disease, a case report – journal of spine surgery
- Dynamic flexion cervical myelopathy, a series of 6 cases – journal of spine surgery
- Role of CT, MRI and neuropsychological evaluation in head injuries.
- Post-electrocution demyelination. Neurology India
- Midline frontal lesions. Neurology India
- Synchronous spinal lesions. Neurology India
- Multicentric gliomas. Neurology India
- CNS lymphomas. Neurology India
- Paracavernous Mass lesions. Neurology India
- Unusual presentation of CNS lymphoma. Neurology India
- Radiosurgery for uncommon intracranial lesions. Neurology India
- SPECT in brain trauma. Neurology India
Special Interests
Neuro-oncology
Hydrocephalus
Cervical spine
Craniovertebral junction
Cerebrovascular
List of Treatments
- Neuro-Oncology Treatment
- Hydrocephalus Treatment
- Cervical Spine Treatment
- Craniovertebral Junction
- Cerebrovascular Surgery
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Dr. M Balamurugan practice?
Dr. M Balamurugan currently practices at Apollo Hospitals, Greams Road, located in Chennai.
Who is Dr. M Balamurugan?
Dr. M Balamurugan is a highly experienced Neurosurgeon with 25 years of expertise in the field. He is known for providing exceptional patient care and advanced medical treatments. He areas of expertise include Craniotomy, Spinal Decompression Surgery. He also treats conditions such as Brain Tumors, Spinal Cord Injuries.
Why do patients choose Dr. M Balamurugan?
Patients trust Dr. M Balamurugan for he expertise, patient-centric approach, and commitment to providing the highest standard of care. He is well-versed in the latest medical advancements and ensures personalized treatment for every patient.
What is Dr. M Balamurugan’s specialization?
Dr. M Balamurugan specializes in Neurosurgery, with expertise in treatments for Craniotomy, Spinal Decompression Surgery.
What are Dr. M Balamurugan’s medical qualifications?
Dr. M Balamurugan holds prestigious qualifications, including DNB, FAANS, FRCS (Glasgow).
How many years of experience does Dr. M Balamurugan have?
Dr. M Balamurugan has 25 years of experience in the medical field, treating various conditions related to Neurosurgery.
How can I book an appointment with Dr. M Balamurugan?
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