Dr. Vijay H D Kamath

Dr Vijay H D Kamath is a highly distinguished spine surgeon in Bangalore with 27 years of clinical experience in managing complex spinal disorders in both paediatric and adult patients using advanced, evidence-based surgical techniques.

Patients seeking the best spine surgeon in Yelahanka or a specialist for scoliosis correction, endoscopic spine surgery, or complex revision spine surgery in Bangalore will find in Dr Vijay Kamath a surgeon who combines international fellowship training with nearly three decades of surgical excellence.

Areas of Expertise

Dr Kamath manages a comprehensive range of spinal conditions in paediatric and adult patients, including scoliosis, kyphosis, cervical and thoracolumbar disc disease, spinal infections, spinal tumours, osteoporotic vertebral fractures, and complex revision spine cases.

His clinical approach emphasises accurate diagnosis, appropriate use of navigation-assisted techniques, minimally invasive interventions where suitable, and durable long-term surgical outcomes.

Endoscopic and Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery

Dr Kamath specialises in keyhole and minimally invasive spinal techniques, offering patients faster recovery and reduced surgical risk compared to traditional open surgery.

• Endoscopic (Keyhole) Spine Surgery
• Micro-Endoscopic Discectomy (MED)
• Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS)
• Computer-Navigated Spine Surgery
• Percutaneous Pedicle Screw Fixation

Spinal Deformity Correction

Dr Kamath received dedicated fellowship training in spinal deformity at the University of Hong Kong, with particular expertise in paediatric and adult deformity correction.

• Scoliosis Correction Surgery (paediatric and adult)
• Kyphosis Deformity Correction
• Complex Cervical and Thoracolumbar Deformity Surgery
• 360-Degree Fusion Techniques for complex deformities

Cervical Spine Surgery

• Anterior Cervical Decompression and Fusion (ACDF)
• Posterior Cervical Decompression and Fusion
• Cervical Disc Replacement
• Complex Cervical Reconstruction

Spinal Infections, Fractures, and Tumours

• Spinal Infection Management including tuberculosis of the spine
• Vertebral Fracture Fixation including 360-degree fusion
• Osteoporotic Fracture Management using vertebroplasty, kyphoplasty, and cement-augmented fixation
• Extradural Spinal Tumour Surgery

Complex Revision Spine Surgery

Dr Kamath has pioneered an innovative approach in revision spine surgery, managing failed back surgery syndrome and complex implant-related complications with high surgical precision.

• Revision Spine Surgery for failed primary procedures
• Implant Revision and Reconstruction
• Adjacent Segment Disease Management

Professional Experience

Dr Vijay H D Kamath has independently managed spine surgery OPD and operative lists across high-volume spine centres in India and internationally.

He served as a Consultant Spine Surgeon at Christian Medical College, Vellore and as Head of the Department of Orthopaedics and Spine Surgery at Bangalore Baptist Hospital for six years.

He is an AO Spine International Trained Faculty and a sought-after invited faculty at ASSICON, SICOT, ICS, AO Spine courses, Ganga Operative Spine Courses, and international spine conferences. He has made significant contributions to postgraduate medical education, hospital operations, and infrastructure planning.

Current Practice

• Senior Consultant, Spine Surgery, Manipal Hospital, Yelahanka, Bangalore
• Senior Consultant, Spine Surgery, Manipal Hospital, Hebbal, Bangalore
• Consultant Spine Surgeon, Bangalore Baptist Hospital, Hebbal, Bangalore

Previous Positions

• Consultant Spine Surgeon, Christian Medical College, Vellore (September 2011 to May 2014)

Education and Credentials

Degrees and Institutions

• MBBS, St John's Medical College, Bangalore (completed 1999)
• MS in Orthopaedics, St. John's Medical College, Bangalore (completed 2004)
• FNBE in Spine Surgery, Ganga Hospital, Coimbatore (2007)
• Fellowship in Advanced Spinal Surgery and Deformity Correction, University of Hong Kong (2010)

Registration: Karnataka Medical Council, Reg No 51377 (registered 1999)

Awards and Achievements

• ASSI Young Investigator Award (2010), Association of Spine Surgeons of India
• ISSLS Award (2010), International Society for the Study of the Lumbar Spine
• Gold Medal, Best Paper Presentation, International Conference on Spinal Deformities, New Delhi (2007)
• Visiting Professor, Okayama Rosi Hospital, Japan (2019)
• Former Head of Department, Orthopaedics and Spine Surgery, Bangalore Baptist Hospital

Research and Publications

Journal Publications

• Multiple publications in the European Spine Journal, Spine, BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders, and the Indian Journal of Orthopaedics

Textbook Contributions

• ASSI Textbook on Spinal Injuries (chapter author)
• Mercer's Textbook of Orthopaedics (chapter author)
• Postgraduate Textbook of Paediatrics (chapter author)
• Ganga Video Atlas of Spine Surgery (key editorial contributor, 55 surgical videos)

Professional Memberships

• Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI)
• AO Spine International (Trained Faculty)
• SICOT (International Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology)
• Karnataka Orthopaedic Association

Languages Spoken

Dr Vijay H D Kamath consults patients in English, Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam, ensuring clear and comfortable communication with patients from diverse linguistic backgrounds across Bangalore and beyond.

Book an Appointment with Dr Vijay H D Kamath, Spine Surgeon in Bangalore

Book a priority appointment with Dr Vijay H D Kamath, a trusted spine surgeon in Yelahanka and Hebbal, Bangalore, at Manipal Hospital Yelahanka, Manipal Hospital Hebbal, or Bangalore Baptist Hospital, Hebbal.

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