Dr. SK Rajan

About Doctor

Dr. SK Rajan is one of India’s leading neurosurgeons, with over 20 years of experience. 

He has successfully performed over 3,000 surgeries, including some of the most complex spine surgeries and cases previously complicated by other surgeons.

He specializes in treating conditions such as lumbar canal stenosis, spinal tumors, congenital and degenerative spine issues, scoliotic deformities, and minimally invasive spine surgeries, including keyhole spine surgery and slipped disc treatments.

Dr. Rajan is highly regarded in national neurosurgery circles for implementing innovative and specialized techniques to treat complex spinal disorders, particularly those involving the Craniovertebral Junction (upper neck) and Lumbosacral Junction (lower back).

In addition, he has served as an Assistant Professor of Neurosurgery and Head of Neurosurgery at various prominent hospitals. 

He was also one of the few neurosurgeons worldwide selected for the prestigious International World Federation of Neurosurgeons Fellowship in the USA.

Dr. SK Rajan was honored with the Award of Excellence in Spine Surgery at the Global Healthcare Excellence Awards in New Delhi. 

He is known for his attentive and compassionate approach, always taking the time to deeply understand his patient’s concerns and providing clear, understandable explanations. His friendly demeanor ensures patients feel fully supported and confident, even when undergoing complex spinal surgeries.

Medical Qualifications

• MCh, from GB Pant Hospital.
• MS, from (PGIMER) Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research.
• MBBS, from Government Medical College and Hospital.

Clinical Expertise

Professional Work Experience

• Head Of Department, at Artemis Hospital.
• Head Of Department, at Maharaja Agrasen Hospital.
• Professor, at Safdarjung Hospital.
• Consultant, at G. B. Pant Hospital.
• Senior Resident, at (PGIMER) Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research.
• Visiting Consultant, at Cleaveland Hospital.

Career Highlights

• Implemented advanced techniques to treat complex spinal disorders, particularly involving the Craniovertebral Junction and Lumbosacral Junction.
• Successfully performed over 3,000 spine surgeries, including some of the most complex cases and revisions of previously complicated surgeries.
• Selected for the prestigious International World Federation of Neurosurgeons Fellowship in the USA.

Research and Fellowships

• Membership: North American Spine Society.
• Membership: Neurological Society of India.
• Membership: Association of Spine Surgeons of India.
• Membership: Neurological Surgeons Society of India.
• Membership: Neuro Spinal Surgeons Association, India.
• Membership: Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeons of India.
• Membership: World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies.
• Fellowship: Spine Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Spine Institute.
• Fellowship: Spine Surgery, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital.
• Fellowship: Spine Surgery, National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery.
• Fellowship: Spine Surgery, K.E.M. Hospital, and Lilavati Hospital.

Awards and Recoginition

• Leaders Award for Leader in the Treatment of Spinal Disorders.
• Honored Global Healthcare Excellence Award for Excellence in Spine Surgery.
• Honored National Healthcare Excellence Award for Best Neurosciences Team of the Year.
• World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies Travelling Fellowship.