Dr. Jayadev Panchawagh

Dr Jayadev Panchawagh is one of the most experienced neurosurgeons in Pune, with 35 years of clinical practice dedicated to brain and spine surgery. He is widely recognised for his work in Microvascular Decompression (MVD) surgery, a specialised procedure that provides lasting relief from conditions like trigeminal neuralgia (severe facial pain), hemifacial spasm (involuntary facial twitching), and glossopharyngeal neuralgia.

Patients from across India and internationally seek his care for these conditions, as well as for brain tumour surgery, spinal tumour surgery, and complex spine procedures. Dr Panchawagh consults in English, Hindi, Marathi, and German.

Areas of Expertise

Dr Panchawagh's neurosurgical practice spans both brain and spine surgery, with particular depth in MVD surgery, brain tumour removal, endoscopic procedures, and spinal surgery.

Microvascular Decompression (MVD) Surgery in Pune

Relief from severe facial pain and involuntary facial movement conditions:

• MVD for Trigeminal Neuralgia (Severe Facial Pain)
• MVD for Hemifacial Spasm (Involuntary Facial Twitching)
• MVD for Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia
• Evaluation and Surgical Planning for Cranial Nerve Compression
• Post MVD Follow up and Long Term Monitoring

Brain Tumour Surgery in Pune

Surgical removal of brain tumours:

• Glioma Surgery
• Meningioma Surgery
• Acoustic Neuroma (Vestibular Schwannoma) Surgery
• Pituitary Tumour Surgery
• Metastatic Brain Tumour Surgery
• Skull Base Tumour Surgery
• Intraventricular Tumour Surgery

Endoscopic Brain Surgery

Minimally invasive brain procedures through small openings:

• Endoscopic Pituitary Tumour Removal
• Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy
• Endoscopic Tumour Biopsy
• Endoscopic Colloid Cyst Removal

Spine Surgery in Pune

Comprehensive spinal surgical care:

• Spinal Tumour Surgery
• Lumbar Disc Surgery (Microdiscectomy)
• Cervical Disc Surgery
• Endoscopic Spine Surgery
• Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
• Spinal Deformity Correction
• Spinal Fusion and Stabilisation
• Spinal Canal Stenosis Surgery
• Spinal Cord Compression Surgery

Neurotrauma

Emergency brain and spine injury management:

• Traumatic Brain Injury Surgery
• Epidural and Subdural Haematoma Evacuation
• Depressed Skull Fracture Surgery
• Decompressive Craniectomy
• Spinal Trauma Surgery

Hydrocephalus Management

Treatment for fluid accumulation in the brain:

• VP Shunt Insertion
• Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy (ETV)
• Shunt Revision Surgery
• Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus Evaluation

Conditions Treated

• Trigeminal Neuralgia (Severe Facial Pain)
• Hemifacial Spasm
• Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia
• Brain Tumours (Glioma, Meningioma, Acoustic Neuroma, Pituitary)
• Spinal Tumours
• Lumbar and Cervical Disc Prolapse
• Spinal Canal Stenosis
• Traumatic Brain Injury
• Hydrocephalus

Professional Experience

• Consultant Neurosurgeon, Manipal Hospitals, Baner, Pune
• Consultant Neurosurgeon, Sahyadri Super Speciality Hospital, Deccan Gymkhana, Pune
• Previous Consultant, NIMHANS, Bangalore

He trained and worked at two of India's most respected institutions for neurosurgery. His MS General Surgery and MCh Neurosurgery from King Edward Memorial (KEM) Hospital, Mumbai provided rigorous surgical and neurosurgical training at one of the country's most prestigious government medical colleges. He subsequently worked at NIMHANS, Bangalore (the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences), India's apex neurosciences institute. He is a Professor of Brain and Spine Surgery and the Founding Chairman of the Synapse Brain and Spine Foundation, an organisation that works to bring advanced neurosurgical technologies to India, with a focus on Pune. He also serves as Director of the Centre of Excellence for MVD Surgery in Pune. Beyond clinical practice, he has authored scientific articles and a book on brain and spine disorders written specifically for the general public.

Awards and Recognition

• Punya Gaurav Puraskar, 2015
• Suryadatta Dhanvantari National Award, 2023

Credentials, Qualifications and Memberships

Qualifications

• MBBS
• MS General Surgery from King Edward Memorial (KEM) Hospital, Mumbai (1994)
• MCh Neurosurgery from King Edward Memorial (KEM) Hospital, Mumbai (1998)

Professional Memberships

• Neurological Society of India (NSI)
• Neurological Surgeons Society of India (NSSI)

Trained Neurosurgeon, Founding Chairman of Synapse Foundation, and India's Leading MVD Surgery Specialist

When a patient is dealing with unbearable facial pain from trigeminal neuralgia or involuntary facial twitching from hemifacial spasm, they need a neurosurgeon who has dedicated a significant part of his career to understanding and treating these specific conditions. Dr Panchawagh has done exactly that. His MCh Neurosurgery and MS General Surgery from KEM Hospital, Mumbai followed by his work at NIMHANS, Bangalore provided training at India's two most respected institutions for neurosurgery and neurosciences.

Over 35 years, he has built a practice centred on MVD surgery, successfully treating thousands of patients with trigeminal neuralgia, hemifacial spasm, and glossopharyngeal neuralgia. His role as Director of the Centre of Excellence for MVD Surgery in Pune formalises this focused expertise.

As Founding Chairman of the Synapse Brain and Spine Foundation, he works to bring advanced neurosurgical technologies to the region. His Punya Gaurav Puraskar (2015) and Suryadatta Dhanvantari National Award (2023) reflect public and institutional recognition. His book on brain and spine disorders for the general public demonstrates his commitment to patient education. Patients can consult him at Manipal Hospitals Baner and Sahyadri Super Speciality Hospital, Deccan Gymkhana, two of Pune's leading hospitals.

Book an Appointment

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