Highlights of Dr. SK Rajan
- Dr. SK Rajan is an AO Spine International-certified Spine Neurosurgeon with expertise in treating complex spinal disorders.
- He is currently working as Head of Spine and Additional Director at Artemis Hospital, Gurugram.
- He specializes in both minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) and advanced open spine surgery.
- He is recognized for his expertise in treating both national and international patients.
- With experience spanning more than 3,000 spine surgeries, Dr. Rajan has successfully treated a wide range of simple and highly complex spinal conditions.
- He completed advanced spine surgery training in the United Kingdom and the United States.
- He trained under Prof. Edward C. Benzel at the Cleveland Clinic, USA, a globally renowned centre for neurosurgery and spine care.
- He received specialized spine surgery training with Mr. Adrian Casey in London, United Kingdom.
- Dr. Rajan was selected for the prestigious World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS) International Fellowship in 2009.
- The fellowship is awarded to a select group of neurosurgeons worldwide for advanced training in the United States.
- He was honoured with the Award of Excellence in Spine Surgery at the Global Healthcare Excellence Awards, New Delhi, for his outstanding contributions to the field of spine surgery.
- He is internationally recognized for his advanced expertise in complex spinal procedures, revision spine surgery, and comprehensive spine care.
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Expertise of Dr. SK Rajan
- Minimally Invasive (Keyhole) Spine Surgery for slipped discs and canal stenosis
- Craniovertebral Junction (CVJ) Anomalies like Atlantoaxial Dislocations and Fractures
- Spinal Fractures including cementing procedures such as Kyphoplasty and Vertebroplasty
- Endoscopic Spine Surgery for slipped discs and tumors
- Spinal Deformity Correction for Kyphosis and Scoliosis
- Spinal Tumors including keyhole tumor removal
- Disc Replacement Artificial Disc Placements
- Spinal Tuberculosis and Discitis
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- Minimally Invasive (Keyhole) Spine Surgery Dr. SK Rajan is one of the very few spine surgeons in the country performing these types of procedures.
- Deformity Correction Kyphosis and Scoliosis correction procedures.
- Cement Stabilisation for Spinal Fractures
- Spinal Fixation and Fusion
Medical Qualifications
- MBBS GMCH, Patiala
- MS - Surgery PGI, Chandigarh
- MCh - Neurosurgery GB Pant, New Delhi
- Fellow Spine Surgeon Cleveland Clinic Spine Institute, USA
- Spine Surgery Fellowship Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, UK
- Spine Surgery Fellowship National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, UK
- Fellowship in Spine Surgery KEM Hospital and Lilavati Hospital, Mumbai, India
Professional Experience
- Head of Department Artemis Hospital
- Head of Department Maharaja Agrasen Hospital
- Professor Safdarjung Hospital - India Government Hospital
- Consultant G. B. Pant Hospital
- Senior Resident Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER)
- Visiting Consultant Cleaveland Hospital
Honors & Awards
- 2010 Recipient of the coveted World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies Travelling Fellowship to the USA.
- 2014 Recipient of the Global Healthcare Excellence Award for Excellence in Spine Surgery.
- 2015 Recipient of the 2015 Leaders Award for Leader in Treatment of Spinal Disorders.
- 2016 Recipient of the National Healthcare Excellence Award for Best Neurosciences Team of the Year.
Memberships
- North American Spine Society, USA
- Neurological Society of India
- Association of Spine Surgeons of India
- Neurological Surgeons Society of India
- Neuro Spinal Surgeons Association, India
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeons of India
- World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies, USA
Awards & Recognition
- Leaders Award for Leader in the Treatment of Spinal Disorders.
- Honored with the Global Healthcare Excellence Award for Excellence in Spine Surgery.
- Honored with the National Healthcare Excellence Award for Best Neurosciences Team of the Year.
- World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies Travelling Fellowship.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. SK Rajan treats slipped discs, spinal canal stenosis, craniovertebral junction anomalies, spinal fractures, spinal deformities (kyphosis and scoliosis), spinal tumors, spinal tuberculosis and discitis, and other complex spinal disorders.
No. Many patients improve with medicines, physiotherapy, posture correction and non-surgical treatment. Surgery is generally advised when symptoms continue or there is nerve compression, spinal instability, or a structural problem that needs correction.
Yes. Dr. Rajan is among the few spine surgeons in the country performing minimally invasive (keyhole) and endoscopic spine procedures for slipped discs and tumors, helping reduce tissue damage, postoperative pain and recovery time.
Patients should share their latest MRI or CT scan, X-rays, previous prescriptions, blood test reports and any previous surgery or hospital records.
Dr. SK Rajan is an AO Spine International-certified spine neurosurgeon with more than 3,000 spine surgeries to his credit. He holds an MBBS, MS (Surgery) and MCh (Neurosurgery), and completed advanced spine fellowships at the Cleveland Clinic (USA) under Prof. Edward C. Benzel and in London under Mr. Adrian Casey. He was also selected for the WFNS International Fellowship in 2009 and currently serves as Head of Spine & Additional Director at Artemis Hospital, Gurugram.
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