Dr. Altaf Umar Ramzan

Dr Altaf Umar Ramzan is one of the most experienced neurosurgeons in Srinagar, bringing over 43 years of clinical and academic expertise to patient care.

He currently serves as Vice Chairman, Neurosurgery at Paras Health, Srinagar, and is widely regarded as a leading specialist for complex brain tumour surgery, skull base surgery, and minimally invasive spine surgery in Srinagar.

Patients and referring physicians seeking a senior neurosurgeon in Jammu and Kashmir consistently recognise Dr Ramzan for his decades of contributions to the region's neurosurgical landscape.

Area of Expertise

Dr Altaf Umar Ramzan specialises in the surgical management of conditions affecting the brain, skull base, and spine.

His clinical practice covers a broad spectrum of neurological conditions, from life-threatening brain tumours and cerebrovascular emergencies to complex spinal disorders and paediatric neurosurgical cases, with a particular focus on cases requiring advanced minimally invasive and endoscopic approaches.

Conditions Treated

• Brain tumours, including skull base tumours
• Cerebrovascular disorders managed through vascular neurosurgery
• Spinal cord and nerve compression
• Degenerative and traumatic spine conditions
• Paediatric neurosurgical conditions
• Neurotrauma

Procedures Performed

• Skull base surgery
• Endoscopic brain surgery
• Minimally invasive brain surgery
• Minimally invasive spinal surgery
• Spinal instrumentation
• Minimal access spine surgery

Professional Experience

Dr Ramzan began his faculty career at the Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Srinagar, where he served for over 32 years.

He rose to the position of Professor and Head of the Department of Neurosurgery at SKIMS, independently leading clinical services, postgraduate training, and departmental research.

During this tenure he also served as a Member of the Governing Body of SKIMS and on the Faculty Selection and Promotion Committee of SKIMS Medical College.

Since May 2023, Dr Ramzan has served as Director, Neurosciences at Paras Healthcare, Srinagar, where he currently holds the position of Vice Chairman, Neurosurgery at Paras Health, Srinagar. Consultations are available at Paras Hospital, Munshi Bagh, Srinagar.

Credentials and Education

• MBBS from Government Medical College, Srinagar in 1983
• MS (General Surgery) from SKIMS, Srinagar in 1990
• MCh (Neurosurgery) from PGIMER, Chandigarh in 1994
• FICS (Fellow of the International College of Surgeons)

Research and Publications

Dr Altaf Umar Ramzan has authored or co-authored 160 publications in reputed national and international journals, establishing him as one of the most published neurosurgeons in the Jammu and Kashmir region.

He has served as chief investigator or co-investigator in over 30 research projects, contributing evidence to neurosurgical practice across skull base surgery, neurotrauma, and minimally invasive techniques.

Awards and Recognitions

• Best Paper Award, PGRP, 1990
• President, Neurological Surgeons Society of India (NSSI), 2022 to 2023 and 2023 to 2024
• Member, Governing Body, SKIMS
• Member, Faculty Selection and Promotion Committee, SKIMS Medical College

Professional Memberships

Dr Ramzan holds active membership in several leading national neurosurgical societies:

• Neurological Society of India (NSI)
• Neurological Surgeons Society of India (NSSI)
• Skull Base Surgeons Society of India (SBSSI)
• Indian Society of Pediatric Neurosurgery (PNSI)
• Neurotrauma Society of India (NTSI)
• Neurovascular Society of India
• Association of Neurosurgeons of North West Zone

He has previously served as Vice President, Neurological Surgeons Society of India and as Secretary, Association of Neurosurgeons of North West Zone, reflecting sustained leadership within India's neurosurgical community.

Book an Appointment with Dr Altaf Umar Ramzan, Neurosurgeon in Srinagar

Dr Altaf Umar Ramzan is available for consultations at Paras Hospital, Munshi Bagh, Srinagar. Consultation fee: Rs. 1000.

To schedule a priority appointment with one of the most experienced neurosurgeons in Srinagar, reach out to HexaHealth or visit the Paras Health Srinagar appointment booking system directly.