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Brain Tumor Surgery & Neurosurgery in India — Cost of Craniotomy, VP Shunt & Complex Spine Surgery

India is a leading destination for advanced neurosurgery — brain tumor surgery (craniotomy), awake craniotomy, VP shunt, spinal cord tumor resection, and complex spine surgery — at 60–80% lower cost than the USA or UK. Top Indian neurosurgeons routinely handle cases that may be considered inoperable or have very long waiting times in the patient’s home country.

Neurosurgery Procedures We Coordinate

  • Craniotomy — for brain tumor resection (gliomas, meningiomas, acoustic neuromas, pituitary adenomas)
  • Awake Craniotomy — for tumors in eloquent brain regions (motor, language, vision areas)
  • VP Shunt — for hydrocephalus in adults and paediatric patients
  • Spinal Cord Tumor Resection
  • Stereotactic Radiosurgery — CyberKnife and Gamma Knife
  • Microvascular Decompression — for trigeminal neuralgia and hemifacial spasm
  • Skull Base Surgery — for complex tumors at the skull base
  • Trans-sphenoidal Surgery — for pituitary tumors
  • Epilepsy Surgery
  • DBS (Deep Brain Stimulation) — for Parkinson’s disease, dystonia
  • Complex Spine Surgery — cervical and lumbar decompression, fusion, deformity correction

Cost of Brain Tumor & Neurosurgery in India (USD)

  • Craniotomy (brain tumor resection): USD 5,500 – USD 9,500
  • Awake Craniotomy: USD 8,000 – USD 12,500
  • VP Shunt: USD 3,500 – USD 5,500
  • Trans-sphenoidal Pituitary Surgery: USD 6,500 – USD 10,500
  • Stereotactic Radiosurgery (CyberKnife): USD 7,500 – USD 12,500
  • DBS Surgery: USD 16,000 – USD 22,500
  • Spine Decompression (single level): USD 4,000 – USD 7,500
  • Spinal Fusion (multi-level): USD 7,500 – USD 13,500

Cost varies by tumor location, complexity, length of stay and any rehabilitation needs. International patients receive an itemised quote in advance.

Top Neurosurgeon in India

Dr. Arun Saroha — 25 years experience, 20,000+ neurosurgical procedures. Internationally recognised for brain tumor surgery, awake craniotomy, VP shunt and complex spine procedures at Max Hospital.

Why International Patients Choose India for Neurosurgery

  • 60–80% lower cost than USA or UK
  • Neurosurgeons with 10,000–20,000+ procedure track records
  • Access to advanced tech: intraoperative MRI, neuronavigation, CyberKnife, Gamma Knife
  • Cases turned away elsewhere are often accepted in India
  • Minimal waiting time — surgery typically within 7–14 days of arrival
  • English-language consultation and 24×7 case management

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About Hanumanay Healthcare

Hanumanay Healthcare has facilitated treatment for 15,000+ international patients from 32+ countries since 2011. NABH-certified, award-winning, with 200+ hospital partners and 5,000+ specialists across India.