30+ years of expertise

Dr. Thomas J Kishen

Paediatric and Adult Spine Surgeon

FRCS (Edinburgh, UK), FACS (USA), Fellowship in Spine Surgery, MBBS    |Manipal Hospital Kodihalli Bangalore

About Dr. Thomas J Kishen

Dr. Thomas J Kishen, a distinguished Spine Surgeon at Manipal Hospital, Bangalore, India, brings a wealth of expertise to his field. With qualifications including MBBS, Diploma in Orthopaedics, DNB in Orthopedics, and a Fellowship in Spine Surgery, his commitment to excellence is evident. Notably awarded for his academic achievements, he trained extensively at esteemed institutions like PSG Medical College and Ganga Hospital. His five-year tenure in Sydney, Australia enriched his skills in advanced Spine Surgery. Proficient in non-operative and operative management of spinal disorders, he specializes in spinal deformities. Dr. Kishen's dedication to education is evident through his teaching roles and his significant contributions to scholarly publications and book chapters on Spine Surgery.

Fracture Treatment : Comprehensive approach to diagnose and manage bone fractures, involving immobilization, alignment restoration, and sometimes surgical intervention for optimal healing.

Neck and Spine Biopsy : Diagnostic procedure to extract tissue samples from the neck or spine for analysis, aiding in the identification of underlying conditions or diseases.

Kyphoplasty : Minimally invasive surgical procedure to treat vertebral compression fractures, involving the insertion of a balloon and cement to stabilize and restore vertebral height.

Wrist Problems : Evaluation and management of various wrist conditions, ranging from fractures and sprains to carpal tunnel syndrome and arthritis.

Disk Slip : Treatment for herniated or slipped discs in the spine, involving non-surgical methods like physical therapy and pain management or surgical interventions if necessary.

Spinal Deformity Correction : Surgical procedures aimed at correcting abnormal curvature of the spine, such as scoliosis or kyphosis, to enhance both aesthetics and function.

Herniated Disc : Diagnosis and management of herniated discs, commonly causing back or neck pain and sometimes requiring conservative treatment or surgery.

Spinal Diseases : Comprehensive care for various spinal diseases, which can encompass conditions like spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease, and spinal infections.

Scoliosis Correction : Surgical and non-surgical interventions to treat scoliosis, a condition characterized by an abnormal sideways curvature of the spine, often requiring bracing or surgery for severe cases.

Education

  • FRCS: Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh, UK
  • DNB (Orthopaedics) โ€“ Diplomate of the National Board, New Delhi, India
  • Dโ€™Ortho (Orthopaedics) โ€“ Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Karnataka, India
  • MBBS โ€“Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, Karnataka, India

Experience

  • Paediatric and Adult Spine Surgeon, Manipal Hospitals, Bangalore, India
  • Paediatric and Adult Spine Surgeon, Sparsh Hospital, Bangalore, India

Awards

  • Karippaparambil Family Award for contribution to upliftment of society, 2024
  • SJBHSOBA Significant Achievement Award, 2016
  • ASSI-Depuy Best Spine Research Award at the ASSI Conference, Bangalore, January 2005, for the paper titled โ€œIs single stage posterior column shortening a safe and reliable procedure in active spinal tuberculosis.โ€
  • Dr. Balu Sankaran Gold Medal for standing first in India in the Diplomate of National Board (DNB) Examination in Orthopaedics, 2001
  • Professor M. V. Daniel Gold Medal for Exemplary Commitment to Patient Care, PSG Institute of Medical Sciences, Coimbatore, 2000
  • Dr. Premananda Nayak Award for Best Outgoing Dโ€™Ortho Student, MAHE University, Manipal, 1998

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Frequently Asked Question

Patients frequently visit Dr. Thomas J Kishen for Fracture Treatment, Neck and Spine Biopsy, Kyphoplasty.

Dr. Thomas J Kishen has the following qualifications - MBBS, Diploma in Orthopaedics, DNB - Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery, Fellow in Spine Surgery.

Dr. Thomas J Kishen specializes as an Ortho Spine Surgeon.

Dr. Thomas Kishen treats spinal deformities such as scoliosis and kyphosis, degenerative spine disorders, spinal trauma, and complex spinal conditions requiring corrective surgery.

Yes, Dr. Thomas Kishen specializes in scoliosis correction and complex spinal deformity surgeries in adults and children, using advanced surgical planning techniques.

He performs minimally invasive and advanced spine surgical techniques where clinically indicated for selected spinal conditions.