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Dr Ari G Chacko is a distinguished Neurosurgery based at Apollo Proton Cancer Centre. With an impressive 30 years of experience in the medical field, he has dedicated his career to providing exceptional healthcare services to patients. He holds Mch(Neurosurgery), MBBS, showcasing his extensive training and commitment to medical excellence. He is proficient in multiple languages, ensuring effective communication with a diverse range of patients.
He is known for his patient-centric approach, emphasizing the importance of understanding each patient’s unique needs and medical history. He expertise encompasses a wide range of conditions related to Neurosurgery, enabling he to deliver precise diagnoses and treatments. He ensures that patients receive care tailored to their individual health requirements.
In his practice, Dr Ari G Chacko goes beyond treatments by educating patients about their health conditions. This empowers individuals to take active roles in managing their health and making informed decisions. By fostering a supportive and understanding environment, he builds trust and ensures long-term health management strategies for patients.
Dedicated to staying updated with advancements in his field, Dr Ari G Chacko actively collaborates with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care. He commitment to improving health outcomes continues to leave a lasting impact on the lives of his patients, solidifying his reputation as a trusted name in Neurosurgery.
Experience
- Senior Consultant Neurosurgery – at one of the leading hospitals in Dhaka, Bangladesh (2022 to 2023)
- Professor : Department of Neurological sciences, at one of the leading hospitals in Vellore, Tamilnadu. (2003-2022)
- Associate Professor : Department of Neurological sciences, at one of the leading hospitals in Vellore, Tamilnadu. (1999-2003)
- Research Associate : Department of Neurological sciences, at one of the leading hospitals in Houston, Texas, USA (1997-1999)
- Leturer : Department of Neurological sciences, at one of the leading hospitals in Vellore, Tamilnadu. (1994-1997)
- Senior House officer : Department of Neurological sciences, at one of the leading hospitals in Vellore, Tamilnadu. (1988-1989)
- Resident Medical Officer at one of the leading hospitals in Karnataka, India (1986-1988).
Awards
- Program director for a structured fellowship program in Vascular Interventional Radiology and trained many students successfully under this fellowship program since year 2016.
- Conducted the biennial international conference on stroke interventions - MASTER( Management of Acute Stroke Thrombolysis and Endovascular Interventions) series - MASTER 2016, MASTER 2019 in Hyderabad
- Best paper award for paper presented on POST TRANSPLANT HEPATIC ARTERY INSUFFICIENCY IMAGING AND INTERVENTION: A SERIES OF 6 CASES in Society of emergency Radiology, National conference-2018
- Best oral paper award for paper presented on “Endovascular management of very small intracranial aneurysms”- in ISVIR national conference - 2018
- 2nd Prize for Poster presented on “Oronasal approaches of CT guided biopsy for skull base lesions” in ISVIR national conference- 2018
- Best poster award for poster presented on “Interventional management of visceral artery dissection in SLE” in IRACON 2017
- 2nd Prize in FRS/ Quiz in ISNR 2009-
- Secured state 1st rank in state premedical entrance test -EAMCET in year 1999 ( Given State Govts Prathibha Scholarship for the achievement).
- Secured all India 1st rank in postgraduate entrance examination for entry into prestigious PGIMER, Chandigarh in June 2006, scored all India 2nd rank in entrance exam for super speciality course in DM Neuroradiology and Interventional Radiology at PGIMER, Chandigarh in June 2009.
- Nandamuri Award (in year 1995) for passing 10th standard (SSC) at a young age of 11 yrs.
Research and Publication
- Chacko AG, Chandy MJ.Incidental pituitary macroadenomas.British Journal of Neurosurgery 6:233-236,1992
- Chacko AG,Chacko G, Chandy MJRemoval of sphenoidal aspergilloma enroute to sellar macroprolactinoma.Neurology India 43:171-172, 1995
- Chacko AG, Rajshekhar V, Chacko G.Testicular embryonal cell carcinoma metastasising to the site of a previously excised cerebellar haemangioblastoma.British Journal of Neurosurgery 10(2):197-200, 1996
- Chacko AG, Babu KS, Chandy MJ. Value of visual evoked potential monitoring during trans-sphenoidal pituitary surgery.British Journal of Neurosurgery 10(3):275-8, 1996
- Chacko AG, Chandy MJ. Staged computed tomography guided stereotactic aspiration of multiple bihemispheric brain abscesses.Surgical Neurology 48(3):278-82, 1997.
Special Interests
- Microsurgical removal of brain and spinal cord tumors
- Endoscopic removal of skull base tumors including pituitary adenomas
- Awake surgeries for gliomas, microsurgical excision of intramedullary spinal cord tumors,
- Vestibular schwannoma surgery for facial nerve preservation and in the maximal safe resection of craniopharyngiomas
List of Treatments
- Skull Treatment
- Trigeminal Neuralgia Treatment
List of Conditions Treated
- Gaucher Disease
- Moyamoya Disease
- Craniosynostosis
- Epilepsy
- Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
- Lumbago
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
- Brain Tumer
- Extradural Hematoma
- Epilepsy In Children
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Scoliosis
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are Dr. Arjun Chacko's medical qualifications?
Dr. Arjun Chacko holds an MBBS, MS in General Surgery, and an MCh in Neuro Surgery.
What is Dr. Arjun Chacko's specialty?
Dr. Arjun Chacko specializes in Neurosurgery.
How many years of experience does Dr. Arjun Chacko have?
Dr. Arjun Chacko has 20 years of experience as a Neurosurgeon.
Who is Dr. Arjun Chacko?
Dr. Arjun Chacko is a Neurosurgeon with 20 years of experience. He earned his MBBS from Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala (2004), MS in General Surgery from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University (2008), and MCh in Neuro Surgery from Manipal Academy of Higher Education (2012). His expertise lies in neurosurgery.
Who is a neurosurgeon?
A neurosurgeon is a medical doctor specializing in the diagnosis, surgical and non-surgical treatment, and management of nervous system disorders. This includes conditions affecting the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) and the peripheral nervous system (other nerves).
Can a neurosurgeon operate on a brain tumor?
Yes, neurosurgeons are qualified to perform brain tumor surgery. The procedure may involve complete tumor removal or partial resection to avoid damaging vital brain tissue. If complete removal is not feasible, a biopsy may be performed to determine the tumor type, guiding subsequent treatment with chemotherapy or radiation therapy.
Does a neurosurgeon only perform surgery?
Neurosurgeons offer comprehensive neurological care. While surgery is a part of their practice, they prioritize non-surgical treatments whenever feasible. Minimally invasive techniques are preferred when surgical intervention becomes necessary.
What conditions require a neurosurgeon?
Neurosurgeons specialize in treating various neurological conditions, including birth defects, brain and spinal tumors, intracranial bleeding, peripheral nerve disorders (e.g., sciatica), head, neck, or spine injuries, spinal issues (like osteoarthritis and herniated discs), epilepsy/seizures, Parkinson's disease, and chronic pain. They also perform surgeries such as tumor removal and carpal tunnel release.
Can a neurologist treat nervous system birth defects?
Neurologists manage functional and developmental nervous system birth defects like Down syndrome. However, structural defects such as spina bifida and hydrocephalus necessitate neurosurgical intervention.
What training is required to become a neurosurgeon?
Becoming a neurosurgeon requires completing a 5.5-year MBBS degree after secondary school. This is followed by a 2-year MS in general surgery and a 5-year M.Ch. in neurosurgery. This extensive medical training ensures neurosurgical expertise.
