Dr. Vamsi Krishna Consultant Neurosurgeon
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CONSULTANT NEUROSURGEON • BENGALURU

Precision in Neurosurgery. Compassion in Every Decision.

Advanced evaluation and surgical care for disorders of the brain, spine and nervous system, with an emphasis on appropriate treatment, modern neurosurgical techniques and patient-centred decision-making.

Dr. Vamsi Krishna I Y

MBBS, DrNB – Neurosurgery
Founder, Chairman & Managing Director
Dr Yasaswi’s Brain Spine and Neuro Centre
Consultant Neurosurgeon, Department of Neurosurgery
Manipal Superspeciality Hospitals, Sarjapur Road, Bengaluru
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Dr. Vamsi Krishna I Y - Consultant Neurosurgeon
Dr. Vamsi Krishna I Y
Brain Advanced Cranial Surgery
Spine Spinal Neurosurgery & Decompression
Nerve Peripheral & Functional Neurosurgery
ABOUT THE SPECIALIST

Advanced Neurosurgical Care, Built Around the Patient

Dr. Vamsi Krishna I Y is also the Founder, Chairman and Managing Director of Dr Yasaswi’s Brain Spine and Neuro Centre. View his centre profile.

Dr. Vamsi Krishna I Y is a Consultant Neurosurgeon in Bengaluru, trained in the diagnosis and surgical management of complex conditions affecting the brain, spine and nervous system.

He completed his MBBS at Sri Venkateshwara Medical College and subsequently earned his Doctorate of National Board in Neurosurgery (DrNB) through the National Board of Education, with comprehensive neurosurgical training at Yashoda Super Speciality Hospitals, Secunderabad.

His clinical journey has included appointments at Trustwell Hospitals, St. John's Medical College and Hospital, Brain's Super Speciality Hospital / The Oxford Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, and his current consultant position at Manipal Superspeciality Hospitals, Sarjapur Road, Bengaluru.

Throughout his training and practice, Dr. Vamsi has developed clinical exposure across cranial, spinal, neuro-oncological, neurovascular, functional, pediatric and peripheral nerve neurosurgery.

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“The right neurosurgical decision begins with accurate diagnosis, careful planning and treatment tailored to the individual patient.”
Neurosurgery Consultation reviewing MRI Scans
Training
Yashoda Super Speciality
Board
NBE DrNB Neurosurgery
Practice
Manipal Hospitals, Bengaluru
ANATOMICAL SPECIALIZATION

Comprehensive Neurosurgical Care

Targeted surgical and clinical care across three core domains of the human nervous system. Select a region to explore conditions and procedural indications.

Brain illustration in ivory and copper
Cranial Surgery

Brain Disorders & Surgery

Evaluation and surgical care for complex intracranial pathologies, utilizing micro-neurosurgical and endoscopic techniques designed to maximize precision and safeguard neurological function.

Brain tumors
Meningiomas
Gliomas
Intracranial hemorrhage
Traumatic brain injury
Hydrocephalus
Pituitary lesions
Skull-base conditions
Vascular abnormalities
Selected epilepsy conditions
Trigeminal neuralgia
Clinical Assessment: Surgical intervention is evaluated based on clinical presentation, neuro-imaging, and personalized risk-benefit assessment.
Spinal Neurosurgery

Spine Disorders & Surgery

Diagnostic assessment and surgical management for degenerative, traumatic, and neoplastic disorders of the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine, emphasizing neural decompression and structural stability.

Disc disease & herniation
Spinal decompression
Spinal fixation and fusion
Cervical spine disorders
Lumbar spine disorders
Spinal tumors
Intradural lesions
Spinal cord tethering
Degenerative & traumatic conditions
Minimally invasive spine procedures
Conservative vs Surgical: Non-operative options are thoroughly explored prior to considering surgical intervention whenever clinically viable.
Neural Pathways

Nervous System Neurosurgery

Specialized evaluation and management for peripheral nerve entrapments, nerve sheath tumors, cranial neuralgias, and functional neural pathways.

Peripheral nerve lesions
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Peripheral nerve schwannomas
Trigeminal neuralgia
Functional neurosurgery
Deep brain stimulation (DBS)
Selected epilepsy surgery
Multidisciplinary Care: Complex functional and movement disorder therapies are coordinated closely with neurology specialists.
AREAS OF FOCUS

Focused Expertise Across Modern Neurosurgery

Dedicated clinical focus in key subspecialties where advanced surgical technique and technology combine for optimal patient outcomes.

Neuro-Oncology

Comprehensive evaluation and surgical management of tumors affecting the brain, spinal cord and nervous system (meningiomas, gliomas, pituitary adenomas, metastasis), managed in close alignment with multidisciplinary neuro-oncology tumor boards.

IMAGE-GUIDED CRANIOTOMY • TUMOR MICROSURGERY

Endoscopic Cranial Surgery

Minimally invasive neurosurgical approaches using high-definition endoscopic visualization for appropriately selected skull base, pituitary, and intraventricular cranial conditions.

MINIMALLY INVASIVE SKULL BASE ACCESS

Neurovascular Surgery

Neurosurgical management of conditions involving the blood vessels of the brain and nervous system, including aneurysms, vascular malformations, and stroke-related surgical indications.

VASCULAR MICROSURGERY & CLIPPING

Functional Neurosurgery

Advanced neurosurgical approaches for selected movement disorders, intractable pain, and neural pathway conditions including Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS).

Pediatric Neurosurgery

Specialist neurosurgical evaluation and treatment tailored to congenital, developmental, and neurosurgical conditions affecting infants and children.

CRITICAL CARE & EMERGENCY

When Every Decision Matters

Dr. Vamsi’s documented surgical experience includes critical neurosurgical management of head injuries, acute intracranial pressure emergencies, and trauma neurosurgery where rapid clinical evaluation and precise surgical timing are vital.

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Decompressive Craniectomy
For selected trauma, severe infarct, and acute intracranial pressure escalation.
EDH / SDH / ICH Evacuation
Urgent surgical evacuation of acute epidural, subdural, and intracerebral hemorrhages.
Emergency Craniotomy
Targeted craniotomy for trauma, acute lesion excision, and pathological decompression.
CSF Leak / ACF Repair
Surgical reconstruction for anterior cranial fossa fractures and post-traumatic CSF rhinorrhea.
External Ventricular Drainage (EVD)
Bedside and operative ventricular catheter placement for acute intracranial pressure control and CSF diversion.
SURGICAL ADVANCEMENTS

Technology Supporting Surgical Precision

Technology in neurosurgery exists to enhance surgical visualization, improve targeting accuracy, and preserve vital neurological pathways.

Neuro-Navigation

Advanced image-guided GPS for the brain that assists with anatomical localization, trajectory planning, and real-time intraoperative margin control during cranial procedures.

Intraoperative Neuro-Monitoring

Real-time electrophysiological monitoring of motor and sensory neural pathways during brain and spine surgeries to safeguard function during resection.

Endoscopic Neurosurgery

High-definition micro-optical camera techniques that enable targeted, panoramic visualization of pituitary lesions and deep ventricular spaces through minimal corridors.

Stereotactic Techniques

Sub-millimeter 3D coordinate guidance systems used for highly precise biopsy targeting and functional electrode placement deep within neural structures.

Deep Brain Stimulation

Neuromodulation technology delivering targeted electrical stimulation to specific brain nuclei for carefully selected movement disorders and functional conditions.

Operating Microscope

High-magnification surgical optics and specialized micro-instrumentation facilitating precise anatomical dissection around vital cranial nerves and microvessels.

Neurosurgical Navigation Operating Suite
CAREER MILESTONES

A Career Built Through Progressive Neurosurgical Training

Rigorous academic foundations followed by progressive residency, registrar appointments, and consultant roles across major tertiary institutions.

1999 – 2005
Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)
Sri Venkateshwara Medical College
Undergraduate Medical Education
2017 – 2023
DrNB – Neurosurgery
National Board of Education
Neurosurgical Residency Training at Yashoda Super Speciality Hospitals, Secunderabad
August 2023 – June 2024
Associate Consultant Neurosurgeon
Trustwell Hospitals
J.C. Road, Bengaluru
July 2024 – February 2025
Senior Resident – Neurosurgery
St. John's Medical College and Hospital
St. John's National Academy of Health Sciences, Bengaluru
February 2025 – June 2025
Neurosurgical Clinical Appointment
Brain's Super Speciality Hospital / The Oxford Medical College Hospital
Bengaluru
June 2025 – Present CURRENT
Consultant Neurosurgeon
Department of Neurosurgery, Manipal Superspeciality Hospitals
Sarjapur Road, Bengaluru
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PROCEDURAL EXPOSURE

Clinical & Surgical Experience

Documented training, operative exposure, and clinical management across neurosurgical sub-disciplines.

Craniotomy for Tumors
Microscopic resection of gliomas, meningiomas, and convexity brain lesions with image guidance.
Skull Base & Pituitary Surgery
Transsphenoidal endoscopic approaches and skull base exposures for sellar and parasellar lesions.
Hydrocephalus & Shunt Surgery
Ventriculoperitoneal (VP) shunts, endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV), and reservoir placement.
Stereotactic Biopsy
Precision frame-based and frameless needle biopsies for deep-seated intracranial lesions.
Posterior Fossa Decompression
Suboccipital craniectomy for Chiari malformations and posterior fossa space-occupying lesions.
ACF Reconstruction
Anterior cranial fossa floor repair for traumatic and non-traumatic cerebrospinal fluid leaks.
Microdiscectomy
Targeted microscopic excision of herniated lumbar and cervical discs to relieve nerve root compression.
Spinal Laminectomy & Decompression
Surgical decompression for lumbar and cervical spinal canal stenosis with neurological symptoms.
Spinal Instrumentation & Fusion
Pedicle screw fixation and interbody cage placement for spinal instability and spondylolisthesis.
ACDF & Cervical Fixation
Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion for cervical radiculopathy and myelopathy.
Intradural Tumor Resection
Microsurgical excision of extramedullary and intramedullary spinal cord tumors with IONM.
Tethered Cord Release
Surgical untethering of the conus medullaris and filum terminale for spinal dysraphism.
Aneurysm Clipping
Microsurgical exposure and clip ligation of intracranial arterial aneurysms.
AVM & Cavernoma Resection
Microscopic excision of cerebral arteriovenous malformations and cavernous hemangiomas.
Intracranial Hematoma Evacuation
Craniotomy for hypertensive and spontaneous intracranial hemorrhages.
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS)
Exposure to stereotactic lead implantation in subthalamic nucleus / GPi for movement disorders.
Microvascular Decompression (MVD)
Retrosigmoid craniotomy to relieve neurovascular compression for Trigeminal Neuralgia.
Epilepsy Surgery Exposure
Clinical evaluation and surgical planning for medically refractory epilepsy.
Carpal Tunnel Release
Surgical decompression of the median nerve at the wrist flexor retinaculum.
Nerve Sheath Tumor Excision
Microsurgical enucleation of peripheral schwannomas and neurofibromas preserving nerve fascicles.
Peripheral Nerve Repair
Micro-neural coaptation and grafting for traumatic peripheral nerve injuries.
Decompressive Craniectomy
Independently performed emergency large flap decompression for severe head trauma and malignant infarct.
Acute EDH / SDH Evacuation
Independently performed emergency craniotomy for extra-axial hemorrhagic mass effect.
External Ventricular Drain (EVD)
Independently performed emergency bedside and operative ventricular catheter drainage.
* Procedural suitability depends on individual clinical assessment, diagnostic evaluation, and imaging.
DrNB

Doctorate of National Board in Neurosurgery

National Board of Education, New Delhi
Specialized Neurosurgical Residency at Yashoda Super Speciality Hospitals, Secunderabad
Karnataka Medical Council (KMC) Reg No: 182975
CONTINUOUS ADVANCEMENT

Conferences & Advanced Hands-on Training

Active participation in international workshops, society conferences, and advanced micro-neurosurgical programs.

2023
MISSABCON 2023
8th Annual Conference of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeons of Bharat, Bengaluru.
2023
Walter E. Dandy Workshop
International Hands-on Microvascular Anastomosis & Bypass Workshop.
2021
Neuroendocon
Annual Meeting of the Neuroendoscopy Society of India.
2021
WHO CNS CME
WHO Classification of Central Nervous System Tumours Academic CME.
2020
APNEUROCON
Annual State Neurosurgical & Neurological Scientific Conference.
2019
World Spine Endoscopy
World Congress of Spine Endoscopy & Minimally Invasive Decompression.
2019
IONM in Neurosurgery
Intraoperative Neuromonitoring in Neurosurgery, Yashoda Hospitals.
2018
Indo-Japan Meeting
Controversies in Neurosurgery — Joint Indo-Japan Neurosurgical Symposium.
CARE PRINCIPLES

Expertise Matters. So Does Understanding Your Options.

Neurological and spinal conditions can be overwhelming. Dr. Vamsi’s approach is centered on patient clarity, objective evaluation, and conservative management whenever possible.

01

Understand

Establish an accurate diagnosis and explain the condition clearly to the patient and their family, demystifying complex scans and medical terms.

02

Evaluate

Determine whether surgery is genuinely indicated, comparing non-operative conservative management against potential surgical benefits and risks.

03

Treat

Formulate a tailored treatment pathway utilizing contemporary, tissue-preserving neurosurgical techniques when an operative procedure is required.

“Surgery is a decision, not simply a procedure.”

Patients should understand why a procedure is being considered, what alternatives exist, and what the realistic goals and limitations of treatment are before proceeding.

PATIENT INTAKE & SECOND OPINION

Concerned About a Brain, Spine or Nerve Condition?

Whether you are seeking an initial neurosurgical opinion, reviewing imaging, considering surgery or looking for another specialist assessment, request a consultation with Dr. Vamsi Krishna.

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Department of Neurosurgery
Manipal Superspeciality Hospitals
Sarjapur Road, Bengaluru, Karnataka

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