Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju is a Consultant Neuro & Spine Surgeon at CARE Hospitals HITEC City, Hyderabad, India. He holds MBBS and MCh (Neurosurgery) degrees from Christian Medical College, Vellore — one of India's most prestigious medical institutions — and a fellowship in Neuroendoscopy & Minimal Invasive Neurosurgery from the University of Greifswald, Germany. With over 15 years of experience and 2,000+ neurosurgical procedures, he is an NSI (Neurological Society of India) award winner and has published 30+ peer-reviewed research papers in international medical journals.

Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju specialises in brain tumors, spinal disorders (including disc herniation, spinal stenosis, and spondylolisthesis), Arnold-Chiari Malformation, hydrocephalus, cerebrovascular conditions (aneurysms, AVMs, hemorrhagic stroke), neurotrauma (head injury, TBI, spinal cord injury), and movement disorders. He uses minimally invasive and neuroendoscopic techniques to achieve optimal outcomes with reduced recovery times.

Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju consults at two locations in Hyderabad. His primary practice is at CARE Hospitals HITEC City (Monday to Saturday, 11 AM – 5 PM) and CARE Medical Center, Tolichowki. He also holds an evening clinic at Jains Carlton Creek Apartments, Sai Aishwarya Layout, Manikonda Jagir, Telangana 500104 (Monday to Saturday, 6 PM – 7 PM). He is closed on Sundays.

You can book an appointment online through his website at https://drportfolio-nextjs.vercel.app//bookappointment after creating a patient account. Alternatively, contact his clinic directly at +91-86884 23659 or +91-93814 53352, or email laxminadh.sivaraju@gmail.com.

Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju holds MBBS and MCh (Neurosurgery) with a 5-year residency from Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore. He completed a Trainee Fellowship in Neuroendoscopy and Minimal Invasive Neurosurgery from the University of Greifswald, Germany, under Prof. Henry Shroeder. He is also an NSI Award winner and a member of the Neurological Society of India.

Yes. Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju holds a dedicated fellowship in Neuroendoscopy and Minimal Invasive Neurosurgery from the University of Greifswald, Germany. He routinely performs endoscopic brain surgery, keyhole craniotomies, and minimally invasive spine procedures, resulting in smaller incisions, less blood loss, and significantly shorter hospital stays for patients.

Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju has authored or co-authored over 30 research papers in international peer-reviewed medical journals, with notable contributions in the field of Arnold-Chiari Malformation and spine surgery. He has also delivered 10+ podium presentations at national and international neurosurgical conferences and is a Neurological Society of India (NSI) award recipient for his research work.

Consultation fees vary based on the type of visit (initial consultation vs. follow-up) and the location (CARE Hospitals vs. private clinic). For the most current fee information, contact the clinic at +91-86884 23659 or +91-93814 53352. Most major health insurance plans accepted at CARE Hospitals cover consultation charges.

Yes. Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju offers second opinion consultations for patients who have received a neurosurgical diagnosis elsewhere and want an expert review. These can be booked through the online appointment system at https://drportfolio-nextjs.vercel.app/bookappointment or by calling +91-86884 23659. Please bring all previous imaging (MRI, CT scans) and medical reports to the consultation.

Yes. Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju is available for emergency neurosurgical cases at CARE Hospitals HITEC City, Hyderabad, which provides 24/7 emergency neurosurgical coverage. For neurosurgical emergencies including head injury, traumatic brain injury, stroke, or spinal cord injury, contact CARE Hospitals emergency department directly or call +91-86884 23659.

For routine follow-up consultations and review of imaging reports, Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju may be available for teleconsultation. Please contact the clinic at +91-86884 23659 or email laxminadh.sivaraju@gmail.com to enquire about teleconsultation availability. Emergency and new-patient consultations require in-person visits.

Recovery time after brain tumor surgery depends on the tumor's size, location, and the extent of resection. For most benign tumors and minimally invasive procedures, patients are typically discharged within 5–10 days. Full functional recovery may take 4–8 weeks. Dr. Laxminadh uses intraoperative monitoring and neuronavigation to maximise safe resection while minimising neurological deficits, which significantly improves recovery outcomes.

Seek immediate neurosurgical consultation for: sudden severe headache ("thunderclap headache"), weakness or paralysis in arms or legs, sudden loss of consciousness, seizures (first-time or increased frequency), vision changes or double vision, severe neck stiffness with fever, back pain with leg weakness or bowel/bladder dysfunction, head injury or trauma, and progressive numbness or tingling in extremities. These symptoms may indicate conditions like brain hemorrhage, spinal cord compression, or aneurysm rupture that require urgent neurosurgical evaluation.

Arnold-Chiari Malformation (also called Chiari malformation) is a structural defect in which brain tissue extends into the spinal canal. Type I, the most common, involves the cerebellum extending below the skull base. Symptoms include chronic headaches (especially at the back of the head), neck pain, balance problems, difficulty swallowing, tinnitus, and weakness in the extremities. Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju is an NSI award winner specifically for his research and surgical outcomes in Arnold-Chiari Malformation. Treatment involves posterior fossa decompression surgery, which creates more space for the brain and relieves pressure on the spinal cord. Dr. Laxminadh has extensive experience with this procedure, typically achieving significant symptom relief.

A neurologist is a medical doctor who diagnoses and treats neurological conditions (brain, spine, nerves) with medication and non-surgical therapies. A neurosurgeon is a surgical specialist who performs operations on the brain, spine, and nervous system. Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju is a neurosurgeon (MCh Neurosurgery) — he both diagnoses neurological conditions AND performs the surgical procedures required to treat them. Patients are often referred to a neurosurgeon by their neurologist when surgery becomes necessary.

Minimally invasive neurosurgery (MINS) uses small incisions, specialised instruments (endoscopes, tubular retractors), and advanced imaging to perform brain and spine procedures with less tissue disruption compared to traditional open surgery. Benefits include smaller scars, reduced blood loss, shorter hospital stay (often 1–3 days vs. 7–10 days), less postoperative pain, and faster return to normal activity. Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju holds a dedicated fellowship in Neuroendoscopy and Minimal Invasive Neurosurgery from the University of Greifswald, Germany, and routinely applies these techniques for brain tumor removal, hydrocephalus treatment (ETV), disc surgery, and spinal stenosis procedures in appropriate candidates.

Cerebral aneurysms (bulges in blood vessel walls in the brain) are treated by either microsurgical clipping or endovascular coiling, depending on the aneurysm's size, location, shape, and the patient's overall health. In microsurgical clipping, Dr. Laxminadh places a metal clip at the base of the aneurysm during open craniotomy to stop blood flow into it. Endovascular coiling is a less invasive procedure where coils are threaded through a catheter into the aneurysm via the groin. An unruptured aneurysm discovered incidentally may sometimes be monitored with serial imaging. A ruptured aneurysm (subarachnoid haemorrhage) is a neurosurgical emergency requiring immediate treatment.

Minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) is suitable for many common spinal conditions: lumbar disc herniation (slipped disc) causing sciatica, lumbar spinal stenosis causing back and leg pain (claudication), cervical disc herniation causing arm pain or myelopathy, degenerative spondylolisthesis (vertebral slippage), single-level spinal fusion for instability, and thoracic disc disease. MISS is generally not suitable for severe deformity corrections, multi-level fusions, or spinal tumors requiring extensive resection. Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju performs thorough pre-operative evaluation to determine the most appropriate surgical approach for each patient.

CARE Hospitals HITEC City in Hyderabad is equipped with advanced neurosurgical facilities including: a dedicated NeuroICU for postoperative monitoring, intraoperative neuronavigation systems (BrainLab), intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM), high-resolution MRI and CT imaging available 24/7, a dedicated neuroendoscopy operating suite, digital subtraction angiography (DSA) for vascular imaging, and a multidisciplinary neuro-oncology team for brain tumor management. These facilities allow Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju to perform complex neurosurgical procedures to international standards.

CARE Hospitals HITEC City is one of Hyderabad's premier tertiary care hospitals for neurosurgery. It maintains NABH (National Accreditation Board for Hospitals) accreditation, ensuring quality standards for patient safety and care. The hospital has a dedicated neuroscience department with experienced teams in neurosurgery, neurology, and neuroradiology, capable of handling complex cases including brain tumors, vascular neurosurgery, complex spine surgery, and neurotrauma.

The NSI Award is presented by the Neurological Society of India (NSI), the apex professional organisation for neurology and neurosurgery in India, founded in 1951. Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju received the NSI Award specifically for his research contributions on Arnold-Chiari Malformation — a congenital brain condition that he has studied extensively and treated surgically with excellent outcomes. This award recognises significant scientific contributions to the field of Indian neurosurgery.

Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju has delivered over 10 podium presentations at national and international neurosurgical conferences, including meetings of the Neurological Society of India (NSI) and other international neurosurgical congresses. His presentations have focused on Arnold-Chiari Malformation surgical outcomes, neuroendoscopy techniques, and minimally invasive spine surgery results.

Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju's peer-reviewed publications can be accessed through PubMed (search "Sivaraju L" or "Laxminadh Sivaraju"), ResearchGate, and Google Scholar. A curated list of his publications is also available on his official website at https://drportfolio-nextjs.vercel.app/publications. His research covers Arnold-Chiari Malformation, minimally invasive neurosurgery, spine surgery outcomes, and neuroendoscopy techniques.

All surgical procedures carry inherent risks. For brain surgery specifically, risks include bleeding (haemorrhage), infection, neurological deficits (weakness, speech or vision changes, memory issues), cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leak, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), anaesthesia reactions, and in rare cases, stroke. The risk profile varies significantly based on tumor/lesion location, patient age and health status, and surgical technique used. Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju uses intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring, neuronavigation, and microsurgical techniques to minimise these risks. Each patient receives a thorough pre-operative risk-benefit discussion.

To make the most of your consultation with Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju, bring: all previous imaging (MRI scans, CT scans — both the films/images and the radiology reports), any previous medical reports, biopsy reports, or surgical summaries from other hospitals, a list of all current medications (including supplements), your complete medical history including other health conditions, and a list of your symptoms with onset date and severity. If you have previous surgery at another hospital, bring the operative report if available. For family members accompanying you, designating one person to ask questions helps ensure a focused consultation.

CARE Hospitals HITEC City is located in Madhapur, HITEC City, Hyderabad, Telangana 500081 — in the heart of the IT corridor. The hospital is accessible by: Metro rail (HITEC City station on the Green Line, approximately 1 km away), TSRTC bus routes serving HITEC City and Madhapur, auto-rickshaws and app-based cabs (Ola, Uber) available throughout the area, and private vehicles (parking available at the hospital). Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju's consulting hours at CARE Hospitals are Monday to Saturday, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Dr. Laxminadh Sivaraju's evening private clinic is located at: Jains Carlton Creek Apartments, Sai Aishwarya Layout, Manikonda Jagir, Hyderabad, Telangana 500104. Consulting hours are Monday to Saturday, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This clinic is near Manikonda, approximately 8 km from HITEC City. For directions, contact the clinic at +91-86884 23659 or +91-93814 53352.