34+ years of expertise

Dr. Sajan K Hegde

Senior Consultant โ€“ Spine Surgery

MBBS from The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda,Gujarat    |Apollo Hospitals Chennai

About Dr. Sajan K Hegde

Dr. Sajan K Hegde is a highly reputed spine surgeon in Chennai, renowned for his extensive experience in handling both simple and complex spine operations. With a deep understanding of joint and muscle issues, he excels in providing appropriate treatments. Dr. Hegde performs various procedures to enhance spine function and joint mobility. His expertise lies in treating challenging spine conditions such as bone spurs and degenerative spinal diseases through conservative, rehabilitative, and surgical interventions. He offers expert consultations for spine disorders, utilizing advanced diagnostic tools like MRI, CT scans, myelography, and electromyogram. Dr. Hegde's skillful approach and strong doctor-patient relationship have earned him a distinguished reputation as a sought-after spine surgeon in Chennai, restoring patients' mobility and spinal functions effectively.

Joint and Muscle Problems : Joint and muscle problems can significantly impact mobility and daily activities, requiring expert diagnosis and treatment for effective management. Proper evaluation and targeted interventions are crucial in addressing joint and muscle problems to alleviate pain, improve function, and enhance overall quality of life.

Joint Mobilisation : Joint mobilization techniques are employed to restore joint mobility, reduce stiffness, and enhance range of motion, promoting optimal function and reducing pain. Through gentle and controlled movements, joint mobilization aims to improve joint mechanics, increase flexibility, and restore normal joint function for improved overall physical performance.

Spine and Joint Surgeries : Spine and joint surgeries are advanced procedures performed to address complex conditions, such as spinal deformities or severe joint damage, aiming to alleviate pain and restore function.These surgeries involve precise interventions, such as spinal fusion, joint replacement, or arthroscopy, tailored to the specific needs of the patient, providing long-term solutions and improving quality of life.

Minimally Invasive Sacroiliac Joint Fusion : Minimally invasive sacroiliac joint fusion is a modern surgical technique that stabilizes the sacroiliac joint, reducing pain and improving function with smaller incisions and faster recovery.This procedure involves the use of implants or bone grafts to fuse the sacroiliac joint, promoting long-term stability and relieving symptoms associated with sacroiliac joint dysfunction.

Deformity Correction of Infantile Scoliosis : Deformity correction of infantile scoliosis focuses on early intervention and specialized techniques to address spinal curvature in young children, aiming to promote proper spinal alignment and development. Through surgical procedures, bracing, or casting, the goal is to correct the spinal deformity during the growth phase, enabling optimal spinal function and preventing further complications.

Education

  • MBBS from The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda,Gujrat
  • MS from The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda,Gujrat

Experience

  • Senior Consultant โ€“ Spine Surgery at Apollo Cancer Centre, Chennai (Present)
  • Senior Consultant โ€“ Spine Surgeon at Apollo Hospitals, Chennai (Present)
  • Consultant Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon โ€“ Madras Institute of Orthopaedics & Traumatology, Vijaya Hospitals, Chennai, India โ€“ 1989 โ€“ 1994
  • Junior Consultant โ€“ P.D. Hinduja Sindhi Hospital, Bangalore, India โ€“ 1985 โ€“ 1988

Awards

  • Conferred the Cotrel Fellowship (France) โ€” first Indian to receive this spine surgery fellowship.
  • Received Oration Award from the Asia Pacific Spine Society & Association of Spine Surgeons of India for his work on Early Onset Scoliosis.
  • Honoured with Oration on Robotic Assisted Spine Surgery by the Society of Minimal Invasive Spine Surgery (SMISS).

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Frequently Asked Question

Dr Sajan K Hegde offers online consultations and physical consultations at Apollo Hospitals Greams Road, Chennai.

Dr Sajan K Hegde is a Spine Surgeon with over 34 years of experience and has the following qualifications -MBBS, MS.

Dr Sajan K Hegde can speak English, Tamil.