Surgery Recommended Only When Justified
Your case is reviewed against imaging and symptoms before surgery is confirmed as the right path.
M.B.B.S., M.S. (BMCRI), M.Ch. (NIMHANS)
Trained in neurosurgery with sub-specialisation in endoscopic spine surgery, spinal tumour surgery and neuro-trauma. A member of the American Orthopedic (AO) Spine Association, the Association of Spine Surgeons of India, and the Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeons of Bharat. His approach to surgical cases centres on confirming that surgery is genuinely necessary and choosing the least invasive appropriate technique.
Spinal Fusion · Microdiscectomy · Endoscopic Spine Surgery · Spinal Tumour Surgery · Spine Trauma Surgery · Revision Spine Surgery
get it examined.
Spine surgery is generally considered only after conservative treatment hasn’t worked or when there are specific warning signs that shouldn’t wait.
get it examined.
Recovery timelines vary by procedure, but endoscopic and minimally invasive procedures generally allow a faster return to activity than open fusion surgery.
Your case is reviewed against imaging and symptoms before surgery is confirmed as the right path.
Smaller incisions and a generally faster recovery for suitable disc and decompression cases.
Spinal tumour surgery, trauma cases and revision surgery.
Open versus endoscopic, fusion versus decompression, explained in plain terms before you decide.
Share your existing MRI, X-rays and any surgical recommendation you've already received.
Dr. Shylesh reviews your imaging against your actual symptoms and prior treatment.
Additional imaging is advised only if genuinely needed to clarify the surgical plan.
The specific procedure, approach (open or endoscopic) and expected recovery are explained clearly.
Anaesthesia fitness and surgical logistics are finalised.
Procedure performed, followed by a defined physiotherapy and follow-up plan.
Get your case reviewed. Dr. Shylesh explains whether surgery is really necessary and which approach fits your case before you decide.
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Surgery is generally considered only after conservative treatment like physiotherapy, medication or injections hasn’t worked, or if there’s progressive weakness or loss of bladder or bowel control, which needs urgent evaluation.
A microdiscectomy removes the portion of a herniated disc pressing on a nerve, while spinal fusion joins two or more vertebrae together to stabilise the spine, they’re used for different underlying problems.
It depends on the specific condition and its location. Your surgeon will assess your scans to determine if you’re a candidate for an endoscopic approach versus open surgery.
Recovery from spinal fusion is generally longer than disc surgery, often several weeks to a few months for full recovery, with physiotherapy playing a significant role.
Yes, this is considered standard practice for spine surgery given how significant the procedure is. Bringing your MRI and existing recommendation for review is a normal part of that process.
Yes, for eligible procedures through our insurance and TPA partners. Our team can help confirm your specific coverage.