Dr Tharun Krishna

Dr. Tharun Krishna B S is a Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon at Apollo Adlux Hospital, Cochin, with over 25 years of medical experience. He completed his MBBS in 1993 and holds advanced qualifications including MS in General Surgery and MCh in Neurosurgery. Dr. Krishna is also an International Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (IFAANS). His expertise spans brain and spine surgery, neurotrauma, skull base procedures, and minimally invasive techniques. He is widely respected for handling complex neurosurgical cases with precision and care.

Educational Qualifications:

• MBBS – Government Medical College, Alappuzha (1993)
• D.Ortho – Diploma in Orthopaedics, University of Kerala (2000)
• MS (General Surgery) – University of Kerala (2005)
• MCh (Neurosurgery) – Government Medical College, Calicut
• IFAANS – International Fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons

Professional Experience:

• Over 20 years in neurosurgery, including senior roles at Apollo Adlux, University of Witwatersrand (South Africa), Medanta The Medicity, and staff positions at Government Medical Colleges in Kerala

Notable Achievements:

• Presented award-winning work at international neurosurgical conferences (e.g., Best Paper at SANC 2007, prizes at ASICON 2004 and NSI Kerala Chapter).
• Recognized for pioneering functional neurosurgery techniques like DBS, endoscopic skull base surgeries, and awake craniotomy.

Professional Memberships:

• IFAANS – International Fellow, American Association of Neurological Surgeons
• Member of AANS, EANS, NASS, and Neurological Society of India (NSI).

Certifications & Fellowships:‍‍

• Functional Neurosurgery (Taipei, Taiwan) – DBS, spinal cord stimulation
• Skull Base Surgery (USA) – Endoscopic skull base and pituitary surgery
• Spine Surgery (Germany) – Advanced interventional techniques
• Autologous Stem Cell Therapies
• Completed IFAANS – International Fellowship from the American Association of Neurological Surgeons.

Video Presentation:

• Features a dedicated video on advanced neurosurgical care, hosted by Apollo Adlux Hospital.
• In the video, Dr. Tharun Krishna explains cutting-edge brain and spine surgery techniques, including minimally invasive procedures and functional neurosurgery.
• Serves as an educational tool for patients and families seeking clarity on neurosurgical conditions and treatment options.
• Highlights his expertise in complex cases such as brain tumours, spine disorders, and neurotrauma.