Dr. Satish Satyanarayana

Director & Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru

 🟢 30+ Years Experience 🟢 Former NIMHANS Faculty 🟢 4000+ Surgeries Performed

30+
YEARS EXPERTISE
2500
SPECIALTIES
1500+
Brain Procs
8🏅
GOLD Medals

👨‍⚕️ About Dr. Satish Satyanarayana

Dr. Satish Satyanarayana is a highly accomplished Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon with nearly three decades of experience. He currently serves as Additional Director and Senior Consultant in Neurosurgery at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru, where he leads advanced neurosurgical care for some of the most complex brain and spine conditions.

He is an expert in brain and spine surgeries, specialising in skull base surgery, craniofacial reconstruction, micro- and minimally invasive neurosurgery, as well as complex spinal surgery and cerebrovascular procedures. A gold medalist in MBBS from Bangalore Medical College, he completed his M.Ch in Neurosurgery at NIMHANS, followed by a DNB in Neurosurgery and a Research Fellowship in the USA.

Formerly faculty at NIMHANS for over a decade, Dr. Satish has also held senior consultant roles at leading hospitals in Bengaluru. He is widely respected for his academic contributions, empathetic patient care, and surgical excellence, making him one of the most sought-after neurosurgeons in the regio

🎓 Qualifications

Bangalore Medical College
Outstanding academic record — awarded eight gold medals during his MBBS, an exceptional achievement reflecting early excellence in medicine.
Diplomate of National Board
Further board-level certification consolidating advanced neurosurgical expertise across brain and spine procedures.
 
NIMHANS, Bengaluru
Super-speciality training in neurosurgery at India’s premier neurological institute — National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences.

Research Fellowship

United States of America
International research fellowship that deepened his expertise in advanced neurosurgical techniques and contributed to his extensive body of published research.

🧠 Areas of Expertise

Skull Base Surgery

Highly specialised surgical management of tumours and lesions located at the base of the skull — requiring precise, multidisciplinary surgical technique to protect critical neurovascular structures.
 
Craniofacial Reconstruction

Reconstructive surgery for craniofacial deformities and trauma, combining neurosurgical precision with attention to both function and aesthetic outcome.
 
Micro- & Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery
 
Advanced microsurgical and minimally invasive techniques for brain and spine conditions — enabling smaller incisions, less tissue disruption, and faster patient recovery.
 
Complex Spinal Surgery & Instrumentation
 
Comprehensive management of complex spinal disorders including advanced spinal instrumentation, deformity correction, and degenerative spine disease — with 2,500+ surgeries performed.
Cerebrovascular Surgery
 
Surgical management of aneurysms, vascular malformations, and other neurovascular diseases requiring precise, high-stakes intervention.
 
General & Trauma Neurosurgery
 
Equally proficient in general neurosurgery — including brain tumours and traumatic brain injuries — with 1,500+ brain procedures performed throughout his career.

⭐ Why Choose Dr. Satish Satyanarayana?

🏆 Academic Excellence
 
Gold medalist in MBBS with eight medals — a rare academic record reflecting exceptional dedication from the start of his career.
🧠 NIMHANS-Trained
 
M.Ch in Neurosurgery from NIMHANS — India’s foremost neurological institute — followed by over a decade as faculty there.
🇺🇸 International Research Training
Completed a research fellowship in the USA, bringing global best practices and evidence-based precision to his surgical approach.
 
📚 Prolific Researcher
 
Authored and co-authored 24–40 research papers in national and international journals, presented at conferences worldwide.
 
🔬 High-Volume Experience
 
2,500+ complex spine surgeries and 1,500+ brain procedures performed — among the most experienced neurosurgeons in the region.
 
 🦴 Skull Base & Craniofacial
Expert
 
Significantly advanced skull base and complex spinal neurosurgery practices in India through clinical innovation and teaching.
 
🏅 Professional Recognition
 
Life member of the Neurological Society of India, Skull Base Society of India, and the Indian Medical Association
💚 Compassionate Care
 
Widely respected for combining surgical excellence with empathetic, patient-centred care across every stage of treatment.
 

🏅 Awards & Recognitions

📚 Authored and co-authored over 24–40 research papers in national and international journals, with presentations at multiple conferences worldwide.

🦴 Significantly advanced skull base and complex spinal neurosurgery practices in India through years of clinical contribution.

🥇 Awarded eight gold medals during his MBBS at Bangalore Medical College — a rare and distinguished academic achievement.

🎓 Served as faculty at NIMHANS for over a decade, mentoring generations of neurosurgeons.

🤝 Life member of the Neurological Society of India, Skull Base Society of India, and the Indian Medical Association.

🏥 PRACTICE INFORMATION

Hospital Affiliation

📍 Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road Bengaluru, Karnataka — Additional Director & Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery

🕐 Consultation Timings

Monday              3:00PM – 5PM 
Tuesday             3:00PM – 5PM 
Wednesday      3:00PM – 5PM
Thursday          3:00PM – 5PM
Friday                3:00PM – 5PM
Saturday            3:00pPM – 5:00 PM
Sunday               Closed
 
Call to confirm timings and book your appointment. Emergency cases are attended at any time.

🗣️ Languages you consult in

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Satish Satyanarayana specializes in brain and spine surgeries, including skull base surgery, craniofacial reconstruction, micro- and minimally invasive neurosurgery, complex spinal surgery, and cerebrovascular procedures.

He is the Additional Director and Senior Consultant in Neurosurgery at Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka, where he leads advanced neurosurgical care.

Dr. Satish provides treatment for brain tumors, aneurysms, spinal disorders, craniofacial deformities, traumatic brain injuries, and neurovascular diseases using advanced surgical and minimally invasive approaches.

Dr. Satish consults in English and Kannada, ensuring clear communication and comfort for patients across diverse backgrounds.

Book a Consultation with Dr. Satish

Expert care for Skull Base Surgery, Craniofacial Reconstruction, Complex Spine & Cerebrovascular Surgery.
Apollo Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road, Bengaluru  ·  Mon – Sat, 3 PM – 5 PM

 

Dr. Satish Satyanarayana – Senior Neurosurgeon in Bangalore