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Overview
Dr. Sneha Chitra is a highly skilled and accomplished Neurosurgeon based in Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu. With 6 years of experience in the field, she has dedicated her career to the diagnosis and treatment of complex neurological conditions. Dr. Chitra is recognized for her exceptional educational background, holding qualifications that include MBBS, MCh, and FRCSEd. She is fluent in multiple languages, including English, Hindi, Tamil, and Malayalam, which allows her to connect with a diverse patient population.
Her exemplary contributions to the field of Neurosurgery have earned her several prestigious awards. Notably, she received the Prof. S. Kalyanaraman Neurosurgery Prize for being the best outgoing Neurosurgery resident from the Institute of Neurosurgery at Madras Medical College and Govt. General Hospital in Chennai. Additionally, Dr. Chitra was honored with the ASSAN (American Association of South Asian Neurosurgeons) Ambassadorship Award and the P. Suresh Kumar Gold Medal for being the best outgoing M.B.B.S. student.
Furthermore, she was awarded a Government Gold Medal for her outstanding performance as a student at Stanley Medical College and received the TN Dr. MGR Medical University Gold Medal during her final examination, showcasing her commitment to excellence in medical education.
Dr. Chitra is a member of Apollo Hospitals, bringing her expertise to a well-respected healthcare institution. Her passion for neurosurgery and dedication to patient care make her a sought-after specialist in her field. Patients can expect comprehensive evaluations and personalized treatment plans under her care.
Research and Publication
- Minimally Invasive Resection of Spinal Tumors with Tubular Retractor: Case Series, Surgical Technique, and Outcome. Balasubramanian SC, Nair AR, Saphiya NN, Madan A, Mathews SS. World Neurosurg. 2021 Feb 3:S1878-8750(21)00155-8. doi: 10.1016/j.wneu.2021.01.124. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 33548528.
- Women in neurosurgery (WIN): Barriers to progress, world WIN directory and the way forward. Balasubramanian SC, Palanisamy D, Bakhti S, El Abbadi N, Collange NZ, Karekezi C, et al. Asian J Neurosurg 10.4103/ajns.AJNS_108_20
- Demystifying white matter injury in the unconscious patients with diffusion tensor imaging. Balasubramanian SC,Talluri S, Kawase T, Yamada Y, Murayama K, Tanaka R, Y Kato. Asian J Neurosurg 2020;15:370-6.
- Complex chiari malformation presenting with bulbar symptoms in an adult: Singlestage posterior fusion and foramen magnum decompression: A rare case report Sneha Chitra Balasubramanian, Navas Nazumudeen Saphiya, Abu Madan, Shobha Sara Mathews, Ajith Rajappan Nair. Asian Journal of Neurosurgery 10.4103/ajns.AJNS_344_19
- Comparative Outcome Analysis of Enterprise and Neuroform Stent-Assisted Coiling of Cerebral Aneurysms: A Review of the Literature. Goyal RK, Kato Y, Kawase T, Suzuki K, Yamada Y, Sharma S, Balasubramanian SC, Tanaka R, Miyatani K, Daijiro K. Asian J Neurosurg. 2020;15(1):4-9. Published 2020 Feb 25. doi:10.4103/ajns.AJNS_284_19
- Primary Intracranial Ewings sarcoma (Peripheral Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor(pPNET) of parietal bone) with spinal and pelvic metastasis in a child" A rare case report and review of literature. Mahendran Venugopal, Sneha
Chitra Balasubramanian, Jothi Kumar, Selvaraj. Brazilian Neurosurgery BNS-D-15-00054.
- Bilateral Chronic Subdural Hematoma and Blindness: Bilateral Infarction to the Posterior Cerebral Artery following Evacuation of Bilateral Chronic Subdural Hematoma — A Rare Case Report and Review of Literature. Sneha Chitra Balasubramanian, Sendilkumar Adimoolam, Syamala Shunmugam. Indian Journal of Neurotrauma IJNT 2017; 14(01): 046-052
Special Interests
List of Treatments
- Skull Treatment
- Trigeminal Neuralgia Treatment
List of Conditions Treated
- Gaucher Disease
- Moyamoya Disease
- Craniosynostosis
- Epilepsy
- Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Scoliosis
- Seizures
- Neuropsicopedagogia
- Neurointensivismo
- Lumbago
- Lumbar Disc
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where does Dr. Sneha Chitra practice?
Dr. Sneha Chitra is a practicing physician at Apollo Speciality Hospital, Vanagaram. This hospital offers comprehensive healthcare services.
Why do patients choose Dr. Sneha Chitra?
Patients seek Dr. Sneha Chitra's expertise for non-surgical Piles treatment and Coronavirus symptom management. For further details, please refer to her professional profile.
What are Dr. Sneha Chitra's medical qualifications?
Dr. Sneha Chitra holds an MBBS degree.
What is Dr. Sneha Chitra's specialty?
Dr. Sneha Chitra specializes in Neurosurgery and General Physician.
How many years of experience does Dr. Sneha Chitra have?
Dr. Sneha Chitra has 14 years of experience in Neurosurgery.
Who is Dr. Sneha Chitra?
Dr. Sneha Chitra is a Neurosurgeon and General Physician with 14 years of experience practicing at Apollo Speciality Hospital in Vanagaram, Chennai. She earned her MBBS from Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University (TNMGRMU) in 2010 and is a member of the Indian Medical Association (IMA). Her services include Piles Treatment (Non-Surgical) and Coronavirus Symptoms Treatment.
Who is a neurosurgeon?
A neurosurgeon is a physician specializing in the diagnosis and surgical treatment of disorders affecting the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. They are experts in neurological surgery.
Can a neurosurgeon remove brain tumors?
Yes, neurosurgeons perform brain tumor removal surgery, a procedure known as craniotomy. This surgical approach is a leading treatment for brain tumors.
Does a neurosurgeon only perform surgery?
While neurosurgeons are highly skilled in complex brain and spine surgery, they prioritize conservative treatment. Medication is the preferred approach whenever feasible. Surgical intervention is only considered when medical management proves ineffective.
What conditions necessitate a consultation with a neurosurgeon?
A neurosurgeon should be consulted for conditions such as birth defects, traumatic brain or spine injuries, brain tumors, vascular disorders, infections affecting the brain or spine, stroke, and degenerative spinal diseases like multiple sclerosis. Expert neurosurgical care is crucial for these neurological conditions.
