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Master of Chirurgiae (M.Ch) – Neurosurgery

Master of Chirurgiae (M.Ch) – Neurosurgery

Course Name : M. Ch Neurosurgery
Programme level : Postgraduate Super- Speciality
Duration of the course :  03 Years

Eligibility: Admissions to all postgraduate super-specialty programmes are conducted nationally through the competent authority as prescribed by the Statutory Council (NMC) and as per Government of India Gazette notifications, based on NEET-SS merit.

Overview

World class Neurosurgical facilities are available at Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences, which is a State-of-the-art premier hospital located at Swami Ram Nagar, Jolly Grant, Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

Neurosurgery Department at Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences provides a conglomerate of different facilities under one roof. It is the apex centre for simple and complex brain surgeries in Uttarakhand.  Apart from providing surgical facilities the team is backed by qualified professionals from allied super specialties like Neurology, Neuro Anaesthesia, Restorative Neurology, Neuro Critical Care, Pain Medicine & Mental Health and Behavioural Sciences. Our Institute aims at optimizing patient care by bringing all these specialties under a single umbrella to work in unison towards better patient care and outcomes.

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Employability:

  1. Consultant Neurosurgeon
  2. Pediatric Neurosurgery
  3. Spinal Surgery
  4. Neurovascular Surgery
  5. Neuro-oncology (Brain Tumors)
  6. Neuroendoscopy
  7. Skull Base Surgery
  8. Endo-Vascular Neuro-Intervention
  1. Advantages:
  2. Super-Specialised Expertise
  3. Clinical Competence & Independent Practice
  4. Excellent Career Opportunities
  5. Professional Recognition & Prestige
  6. Opportunities in Teaching & Research
  7. Ability to Handle Complex Cases
  • Out- Patient Services: Daily Neurosurgical OPD.
  • Inpatient Services: 24 general Neurosurgery beds, 6 HDU beds with ICU and private beds.
  • Emergency Services: 24×7 Neurosurgery Emergency with stroke care and ICU support.
  • Operation Theatre and Cath-Lab: Elective and emergency OT with endovascular Cath lab services.
  • Neuro-Rehabilitation: Physiotherapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy.
  • Imaging & Radiology: MRI (1.5 T), CT scan, DSA, interventional radiology with nuclear medicine testing like PET/SPECT studies.
  • Specialty Clinics: Functional Neuro Surgery, Pediatric Neuro Surgery, Spine Clinic, Vascular Neuro Surgery, Skull Base Surgery, Trauma/Miscellaneous, Epilepsy Neuro Surgery and Peripheral Nerve Clinic.
  • Support Departments: Psychiatry, Neurology, Cardiology, Pathology, Nephrology, General Medicine, Clinical Psychology, Physiotherapy, Radiodiagnosis, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Oncology and Medical Oncology.
Unique Contributions to Postgraduate Medical Education and Patient Care:
  • Innovative Curriculum Development: Competency-based neurosurgery training curriculum aligned with global standards, simulation-based skill labs, subspecialty modules to ensure comprehensive exposure.
  • Teaching and Mentorship: Mentor for postgraduate residents and fellows, guiding clinical decision-making, research, and career development, Regular structured teaching sessions including case conferences, journal clubs, board reviews, morbidity & mortality meetings.
  • Assessment and Evaluation Innovations: Introduced routine quarterly theory and practical examination.
  • Research and Scholarship in Education: Research projects aimed at improving teaching strategies, assessment validity, and resident learning outcomes. Guidance in Publications of peer-reviewed educational research. Assistance in paper, poster and case presentation at various neurosurgical conferences and medical education forums.
  • Clinical Innovation and Protocol Development: Led development of evidence-based clinical pathways for common and complex neurosurgical conditions. Introduced multidisciplinary care teams incorporating neuro-oncology, neurorehabilitation, neurocritical care, pain management, and allied professionals.
  • Advanced Surgical and Neurovascular Techniques: Neuronavigation and intraoperative imaging, minimally invasive spine and skull base techniques, Endoscopic endonasal approaches, Awake craniotomies for functional mapping and Endovascular coiling and flow diverter placement.
  • Quality Improvement and Safety Leadership: Neurosurgical quality improvement programs measuring outcomes, complications, and patient satisfaction. Established surgical safety checklists and morbidity review processes that significantly reduced errors and enhanced care consistency.
  • Clinical Research and Evidence Generation: Directed clinical research studies translating into improved diagnostic and therapeutic practices. Published clinical outcomes research in high-impact journals and contributed to national/international treatment guidelines.
Undergraduate Teaching
  • Clinical neurosurgery lectures and bedside teaching for MBBS students.
  • Case-based discussions and practical skills in neurological and neurosurgical examination
Postgraduate Teaching (MS General Surgery)
  • Structured rotations with seminars, case discussions, and neuroimaging training
  • Focus on traumatic brain injury, emergency and elective neurosurgical procedures stroke and epilepsy.
M.Ch Neurosurgery Resident Training:
  • Daily academic sessions: Seminars, journal clubs, case presentations.
  • Exposure to Neuro-interventions, Elective and emergency OT with endovascular Cath lab services.
  • Neuro imaging principles and interpretations.
  • Regular thesis reviews, audits, and national conference participation
  • Weekly departmental seminars and grand rounds
  • National workshops and CMEs.

FACULTY

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Dr Ranjit Kumar
Professor & Head
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Dr Brijesh Kumar Tiwari
Associate Professor
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Dr Sanjeev Kumar Pandey
Associate Professor
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Dr. Ankit Bhatia
Assistant Professor
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Professor & Head
Dr Ranjit Kumar

Qualifications: M.Ch. (RIMS, Ranchi)

Special Interest: His area of expertise include Epilepsy surgery, Movement disorder surgery, Endoscopic skull base surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery and scoliosis correction surgeries. Dr Ranjit has received Swami Rama Best Clinician award in 2015. He has been principal investigator for several research projects at the Institute. He has worked as the investigator in STICH II trial.

Associate Professor
Dr Brijesh Kumar Tiwari

Qualifications: M.Ch. (CMC Vellore)

Special Interest: He has special interest in Pediatric neurosurgery, Pituitary surgery, Open and endoscopic spine surgery, especially Cervico-Vertebral junction anomalies, Vascular surgery, Brachial plexus and peripheral nerve surgery. Dr Tiwari has special interest in experimental animal research and cadaveric dissection and has widely published his work. His original research work on experimental study on rabbit dura using Polycaprolactone was highly appreciated on the national scene. He is a member of Neurological Society and Neurotrauma society of India. At present he is the founder Secretary of Uttarakhand Neurosciences Foundation. Currently he spearheading the Neuro Intervention section of Neurosurgery at Himalayan Institute.

Associate Professor
Dr Sanjeev Kumar Pandey

Qualifications: M.Ch. (CMC Vellore)

Special Interest: Base of skull surgery, neurovascular surgery and Cervico-Vertebral junction anomaly surgery are his area of interests. He has won the best poster award in Indian-Australasian pediatric Neurosurgery Conference in 2017. He has published many research papers in National and International journal including original article in prestigious World Neurosurgery Journal. He is member of several societies in the field of Neurosciences. At present he is the Founder, treasurer of Uttarakhand Neurosciences Foundation. He is in charge of the Neurosurgery Academic Programme and spearheads the Skull base Programme of Neurosurgery at Himalayan Institute.

Nursing Advisor at Himalayan Institute Hospital Trust

Dr. Kathleen M. McKeehan

Dr. Kathleen M. McKeehan is a highly regarded American nursing leader and researcher who has dedicated decades to advancing nursing education and clinical practices at the Himalayan Institute Hospital Trust (HIHT) and Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU) in Dehradun, India. Serving as the Nursing Advisor, she has been instrumental in shaping the Himalayan College of Nursing into a center of excellence, emphasizing the integration of compassionate care with modern medical technology.

Dr. McKeehan’s academic background is extensive, including a Ph.D. in nursing from the Case Western Reserve University and post-doctoral research at Ohio State University. Before her long-term commitment to the Himalayan Institute, she held prestigious academic positions, such as the Dorothy Rider Pool Professorship at Allentown College. Her research expertise spans oncology nursing, continuing education strategies, and innovation diffusion in healthcare settings.

At HIHT, she is a central figure in tradition and mentorship, often leading the symbolic Lamp Lighting and Oath Ceremony for new nursing students. Her work focuses on fostering a vibrant research culture and ensuring that nursing curricula meet international standards while remaining rooted in the visionary humanitarian principles of the institute's founder, H.H. Dr. Swami Rama.

Former Director, LBSNAA

Dr. Sanjeev Chopra (IAS Retd.)

Dr. Sanjeev Chopra (IAS Retd.) is a distinguished former Indian Administrative Service officer (1985 batch, West Bengal cadre), historian, and author. He is most widely recognised for his tenure as the Director of the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA) from 2019 until his retirement in March 2021. Throughout his 36-year bureaucratic career, he served in high-profile roles, including Additional Chief Secretary to the Government of West Bengal and Secretary of Industrial Development in Uttarakhand.

Since retiring, Dr. Chopra has emerged as a prominent literary figure and public intellectual. He is the Founder and Festival Director of Valley of Words, an international literature and arts festival based in Dehradun. An acclaimed author, his works include We, the People of the States of Bharat: The Making and Remaking of India’s Internal Boundaries (2022) and The Great Conciliator: Lal Bahadur Shastri and the Transformation of India (2025).

He holds a PhD in Management and has been a fellow at prestigious institutions like Cornell University and the World Bank. Currently, he continues to contribute as a columnist for ThePrint and serves as a Senior Fellow in Contemporary History at the Prime Ministers' Memorial and Library.

FRSB, FRSB

Prof. Graham Roy Ball

Prof. Graham Roy Ball, FRSB, is a distinguished expert in bioinformatics and computational systems biology. He currently serves as a Professor at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU), where he is the Director of the Medical Technology Research Centre. He also holds a significant role as the Chief Scientific Officer (CSO) of Intelligent OMICS Ltd, a company specializing in AI-driven biomedical discovery.

Prof. Ball's work focuses on applying Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs) and machine learning to solve complex biological problems. His research spans cancer systems biology, drug discovery, and the development of "molecular digital twins" for disease states. He is particularly noted for his work on the Nottingham Prognostic Index Plus (NPI+), a system that uses biomarkers to improve breast cancer patient stratification.

Before joining ARU, he was a Professor of Bioinformatics at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) for over two decades, where he led the John van Geest Cancer Research Centre’s biostatistics efforts. He has published more than 280 journal papers and holds multiple patents in the field of AI and omics data analysis. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology (FRSB) and serves on the editorial boards of prominent journals like Proteomics.

Prof. & Researcher at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, University of Pennsylvania

Dr. Vinay Nadkarni

Dr. Vinay Nadkarni, MD, MS, is a world-renowned leader in pediatric critical care and resuscitation science. He serves as a Professor and Endowed Chair at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine. He is the founding director of the CHOP Academy for Resuscitation of Children and the Center for Simulation, Advanced Education and Innovation.

Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Nadkarni has served as President of the Society of Critical Care Medicine (2023-2024) and Co-Chair of the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR). His research focuses on advancing CPR quality, sepsis management, and pediatric life support, contributing to over 850 peer-reviewed publications. He has also been a key figure in global health initiatives, including the ABC Stop the Bleed program in India and missions with Operation Smile.

Dr. Nadkarni has received numerous accolades, such as the American Heart Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award and the AAP Distinguished Career Award. He continues to mentor over 150 clinician-scientists while leading international efforts to strengthen the "chain of survival" for critically ill children worldwide.

Former Director General, UCOST

Mr. Sudhir Chandra Nautiyal

Mr. Sudhir Chandra Nautiyal is a highly accomplished civil servant and technocrat who served an illustrious 29-year tenure in the Industries Department of the Government of Uttarakhand. While he is often associated with leadership in state councils, he is most distinguished for his role as the Director of Industries. During his service, he was instrumental in positioning Uttarakhand as a leader in the MSME and Startup sectors.

A leather technology engineer from HBTU Kanpur with a Master’s in Economics, Nautiyal’s career spanned the private sector, public sector banking, and the Ministry of MSME. He is credited with leading the state to secure the first position in the North India Geographical Indication (GI) festival in 2022, successfully promoting indigenous products like Munsiyari Rajma and Ringal Craft.

Currently, he serves as a member of the Pravasi Uttarakhandi Cell in the Chief Minister’s Office, where he continues to facilitate investment and entrepreneurship for the state’s diaspora. His proactive approach has made him a respected figure in Indian industrial circles, recently earning him recognition at the Raj Bhavan for his lifelong contributions.

Former Fellow University of Liverpool, United Kingdom

Prof. Prabhu Narayan Mishra

Prof. Prabhu Narayan Mishra is a renowned Management Guru and academician with over 40 years of experience in teaching, research, and consulting. He is particularly recognized for his tenure as a Fellow in the Department of Economics & Accounting at the University of Liverpool, UK, where he served from 1996 to 1997. His international academic footprint also includes serving as a Senior Visiting Faculty at Tulane University, USA.

In India, Prof. Mishra has held several prestigious positions, including Director of the Institute of Management Studies (IMS) and officiating Vice Chancellor of Devi Ahilya University, Indore. He holds a Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of Allahabad and is widely known for pioneering the study of Indian Ethos in Management, blending ancient Vedic wisdom with modern business theories.

A prolific scholar, he has supervised numerous doctoral students and authored several books and research papers. Prof. Mishra is also a dedicated philanthropist, serving as the Founder President of organizations like the Shri Krishna Foundation and Utkarsha, which focus on spiritual wisdom and community development. His multifaceted career is marked by prestigious awards, including the Commonwealth Academic Staff Fellowship and the United Nations Fellowship.

Ex Director, National JALMA

Prof. Kiran Katoch

Prof. Kiran Katoch is a highly respected academic researcher and medical scientist who served as the Director of the National JALMA Institute for Leprosy and Other Mycobacterial Diseases (NJILOMD) in Agra. With over four decades of experience, she has been a leading figure in the research and treatment of leprosy and tuberculosis in India. Her work is characterized by a unique focus on bridging clinical medicine with laboratory research to improve patient outcomes in mycobacterial infections.

A prolific scientist, Prof. Katoch has authored or co-authored over 150 research publications in prestigious national and international journals. Her seminal contributions include studies on the efficacy of multidrug therapy (MDT) for leprosy and the investigation of cardiovascular involvement in leprosy patients. For her outstanding research, she was honored with the Dr. C. G. S. Iyer Oration Award in 1989.

Beyond her administrative and research roles, she has served as the Editor of the Indian Journal of Leprosy and the President of the Tuberculosis Association of India (TAI). Even after her tenure as Director, she remains active as an ICMR Distinguished Scientist Chair, continuing to advocate for integrated health systems and innovative research to solve local health challenges.

Executive-in-Residence, S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research

Mr. Prabhat Pani

Mr. Prabhat Pani is a distinguished corporate leader and academician with over 40 years of experience, currently serving as an Executive in Residence and Executive Director of the Centre for Impact in Sustainable Development at SPJIMR, Mumbai. An alumnus of IIM Ahmedabad, he began his career with the Tata Administrative Services (TAS) and has held numerous leadership roles across the Tata Group.

His corporate journey includes serving as the CEO of Ginger Hotels (Roots Corporation Ltd) and as the Executive Director of Taj SATS Air Catering. He also spent significant time in the telecom sector, holding senior roles at Tata Teleservices, Airtel, and BPL Cellular. Prior to his academic transition, he served as Head of Partnerships & Technology at Tata Trusts, where he led large-scale social impact initiatives.

At SPJIMR, Pani focuses on Sustainable Development and social sector interventions, bridging the gap between corporate efficiency and developmental needs. He is also a Senior Advisor at The Conference Board and continues to mentor social sector professionals. His work remains centered on building institutional capacity and leveraging technology for broad-based community impact.

Media Executive & Board Member, Times Group

Mr. A.P. Parigi

Mr. A.P. Parigi, is a veteran leader in the Indian media, entertainment, and telecommunications sectors with over 40 years of experience. He is most widely recognized as the Co-Founder of Radio Mirchi, where he served as the Managing Director and CEO of Entertainment Network India Ltd. (ENIL). Under his leadership, Radio Mirchi grew into India's largest private FM radio network, fundamentally changing the country's audio landscape.

Throughout his career, Parigi has held several high-profile roles, including Group CEO of Network18, CEO of BPL Mobile, and MD & CEO of Eros International Media. His strategic vision also spearheaded the Times Group’s entry into the Out-of-Home (OOH) media business. Beyond corporate leadership, he has served on the boards of major entities like Bennett Coleman & Co. Ltd. (The Times of India) and has been an advisor to global institutions such as the Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford.

An alumnus of the Delhi School of Economics and the Faculty of Management Studies (FMS), Delhi, Parigi was the first non-American to receive the Rensselaer Entrepreneur of the Year Award in 2009. Today, he continues to mentor next-generation leaders and advise organisations on growth, corporate governance, and digital transformation.

Former Director, IHBT

Dr. Sanjay Kumar

Dr. Sanjay Kumar, FNA, is a distinguished agricultural biotechnologist and the former Director of the CSIR-Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (IHBT). Currently, he serves as the Chairman of the Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB), where he oversees the selection of top-tier scientific talent for India’s agricultural research sector. His leadership is defined by a commitment to converting high-end biotechnology into sustainable livelihoods for farmers in the Himalayan region.

During his tenure at CSIR-IHBT, Dr. Kumar achieved major milestones, including the historic introduction of Heeng (asafoetida) and monk fruit cultivation in India. His research spans plant molecular biology and genomics, specifically focusing on how Himalayan flora adapts to extreme environments. A fellow of all three major Indian science academies (FNA, FNASc, and FNAAS), he has published over 120 research papers. His work continues to play a vital role in strengthening India's bio-economy and ensuring long-term food security through innovation.

Pro-Chancellor, Perdana University, Malaysia

Dr. Mohan Swami 

Dr. Mohan Swami is a distinguished physician, entrepreneur, and educational visionary who currently serves as the Pro-Chancellor of Perdana University, Malaysia. A graduate of Mysore University, India, he began his medical career in 1978. He initially gained prominence in Sabah, where he established the largest private medical group practice, laying the foundation for his extensive career in healthcare management and corporate leadership.

Dr. Swami is widely recognized as the driving force behind the establishment of Perdana University in 2011. Under his leadership, the institution launched as a landmark public-private partnership, collaborating with world-class entities like the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Beyond academia, he is the Executive Chairman of Chase Perdana Sdn Bhd and has held significant leadership roles in various multinational corporations across the healthcare, property, and hospitality sectors.

In addition to his professional achievements, Dr. Swami is a deeply spiritual individual. He serves as the President of the AHYMSIN (Association of Himalayan Yoga Meditation Societies International) and Chancellor of Swami Rama Himalayan University. For his immense contributions to education and the Malaysian economy, he was conferred the title of Tan Sri. He also serves as the Honorary Consul of Botswana in Malaysia, bridging international relations through diplomacy and philanthropy.

Mahamandleshwar Juna Akhara

Swami Avdheshanand

Swami Avdheshanand is one of India’s most influential spiritual leaders and the Acharya Mahamandaleshwar of the Juna Akhara, the largest order of Hindu monks. Born on November 24, 1962, in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, he displayed a profound spiritual inclination from childhood. Seeking higher truths, he renounced worldly life at a young age to practice intense meditation and austerity as a hermit in the Himalayas.

His teachings are rooted in Advaita Vedanta, focusing on self-realization, universal brotherhood, and the harmony of all religions. Beyond his role as a monastic leader, he is a globally respected philosopher who has addressed the United Nations and the World Economic Forum, advocating for global peace and environmental sustainability.

As the founder of Prabhu Premi Sangh, he oversees extensive social welfare projects, including healthcare initiatives, educational programs for the underprivileged, and environmental conservation efforts like the "Green Kumbh." A prolific author and orator, his discourses reach millions via television and digital platforms. Known for his serene demeanor and intellectual depth, Swami Ji continues to bridge the gap between ancient Vedic wisdom and modern global challenges, guiding seekers toward a life of purpose and spiritual clarity.