Faculty

FRCS (London),
FMISS (South Korea)
Professor & Head
Dr. Edmond Jonathan Gandham joined the faculty of the Department in 2014 after completing his Neurosurgery training from the Christian Medical College, Vellore. His special interests are endoscopic pituitary surgery, skull base surgery , spinal instrumentation and vascular surgery

Neurosurgery Unit III
Dr. B. Vivek Joseph trained in Surgery in Ireland during the years 1990 – 1994, and acquired the Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. During this period he developed interest in Neurosurgery. He completed his Neurosurgery training (5 year M.Ch. course) from the Christian Medical College, Vellore, and joined the faculty of the Department in 2001. His special interests are in brain tumours and spine surgery.

M.Ch Neurosurgery, Assistant Professor
Dr. Tony joined the Faculty of the Department in 2019 soon after completing his M.Ch. Neurosurgery (6 year course) from the Christian Medical College, Vellore. Dr. Tony Varghese Panicker is a neurosurgeon with more than a decade of experience in diagnosing and executing advanced surgical interventions for cerebral and spinal problems. Proficient in minimally invasive procedures, intricate tumour excisions, stereotactic neurosurgery, and neurotrauma management. Dedicated to providing patient-focused care and enhancing neurological results by precise surgical techniques and cooperative treatment strategies. Enthusiastic in contributing neurosurgery innovation skills to Christian Medical College and Hospital, Vellore.
He has played a crucial role in the implantation of Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) electrodes for individuals with Parkinsonโs disease. His keen interest is in functional neurosurgery and minimal invasive spine surgery. His responsibilities encompass mentoring MCh Neurosurgery postgraduates and overseeing clinical duties in General Neurosurgery, mostly involving clinical, theoretical, and operational training.Renowned for his accessibility, mentoring disposition, and comprehensive approach to neurosurgery care, Dr. Tony Varghese Panicker is a vital member of our team.

M.Ch Neurosurgery Assistant Professor
Dr. Charan Makkina joined the faculty of the Department in 2021 after completing his Neurosurgery training from the Christian Medical College, Vellore. His special interests are endovascular neurosurgery and minimally invasive spinal procedures.

M.Ch Neurosurgery
Assistant Professor
Dr. SRH Peeran joined the faculty of the department in 2022 after completing his Neurosurgery training at Christian Medical College Vellore. He is a compassionate neurosurgeon with over ten years of experience in diagnosing and treating complex neurological disorders. Have a good clinical exposure in performing surgical procedures on the brain and spine with particular focus on spine surgery, neurooncology and vascular neurosurgery. Adept at providing comprehensive patient care, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and utilizing advanced technology to ensure optimal outcomes. His special interests are Complex spine surgery, Cerebrovascular, Neurooncology and skull base