Consultant Neurosurgeon | Brain | Spine | Regenerative Therapy
Complex Brain &
Spine Surgery.
Clear Thinking
at Every Step.
Consult Dr. Prasanna Patankar for assessment of brain, spine, neurovascular and trauma related conditions, regenerative, stem cell therapy, surgical opinions and follow-up care.
- India | United Arab Emirates | Japan.
- +919322201767
Explore brain, spine, neurovascular, trauma and functional neurosurgery according to your diagnosis or symptoms.
Prepare your reports, scan images, current medicines and a short timeline of symptoms for a focused discussion.
Understand the diagnosis, urgency, treatment choices, risks and alternatives before making a major decision.
About Us
Surgery is one option. It is not the starting assumption.
Care begins with understanding the person, not only the scan.
A neurosurgical consultation begins with the patient's story, neurological examination and imaging. Some people need surgery. Others may benefit from further tests, careful observation, rehabilitation, medical treatment or review by another specialist. When surgery is considered, the discussion should explain its purpose, realistic benefits, important risks, alternatives and likely recovery pathway. The aim is to help the patient and family make an informed decision with greater clarity.
our Care
Focused care for the brain, spine and nervous system
Brain and Neurovascular Surgery
Assessment and surgical planning for brain tumours, aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations, haemorrhage, hydrocephalus and selected cranial conditions.
Spine and Spinal Cord Surgery
Evaluation of cervical and lumbar disc disease, spinal stenosis, spinal tumours, spinal cord compression and craniovertebral junction disorders.
Functional Neurosurgery
Assessment for selected procedures such as deep brain stimulation when clinically appropriate and supported by multidisciplinary review.
Have you been advised brain or spine surgery?
A second opinion can help clarify the diagnosis, urgency, reasonable alternatives and the purpose of the proposed treatment.
Why Choose Us
Experience matters most when it leads to careful judgement, clear communication and care proportionate to the individual condition.
25+ Years in Medicine
More than two decades of experience across general surgery, neurosurgery, tertiary care, trauma and teaching.
International Training
Clinical fellowship exposure in microvascular neurosurgery and neuro-oncology in Japan, with later functional neurosurgery training in Germany.
Patient-Centred Decisions
The scan is interpreted alongside symptoms, examination findings, general health, family circumstances and personal priorities.
PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY
Training shaped by complex care, teaching and research
Postgraduate training in general surgery developed broad clinical judgement, operative discipline and acute-care experience.
DNB neurosurgical training at Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College and General Hospital, Mumbai, a high-volume tertiary teaching and trauma centre.
Clinical fellowship at Fujita Health University, Japan, focused on microvascular neurosurgery and neuro-oncology.
patient questions
Clear answers before important decisions
Does meeting a neurosurgeon mean I need surgery?
No. The consultation may lead to observation, further tests, rehabilitation, medical treatment, multidisciplinary review or surgery, depending on the findings.
Is the scan report enough for an opinion?
The report is helpful, but the original images, symptoms, examination and previous scans often provide important additional context.
Can I ask for a second opinion before surgery?
Yes, when the condition is stable. A second opinion can clarify the diagnosis, timing, alternatives, expected benefit and material risks.
Can results be guaranteed?
No medical or surgical outcome can be guaranteed. Expected benefits and risks depend on the condition, procedure and individual patient.
Need Immediate Assistance?
Our care team is available 24/7 for emergencies, urgent consultations, and patient support.
Emergency Line:
(406) 555-0120
General Inquiries: