Consultant Endoscopic Spine Surgeon - Ortho Spine/Neuro Spine

Department

Spine Surgery / Orthopedics / Neurosurgery

Job Purpose

The Consultant Endoscopic Spine Surgeon specializes in the diagnosis, management, and surgical treatment of spinal disorders using advanced ultra-minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. The primary focus is to provide targeted, motion-preserving solutions (such as transforaminal and interlaminar endoscopy) that minimize muscle damage, reduce post-operative pain, and accelerate patient recovery compared to traditional open spine surgery.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Evaluation & Patient Selection: Conduct comprehensive outpatient evaluations for patients with spinal pathologies. Carefully identify ideal candidates for endoscopic interventions versus open surgery based on advanced imaging (MRI, CT, dynamic X-rays).
• Advanced Endoscopic Procedures:
• Perform full-endoscopic spinal procedures including Transforaminal and Interlaminar Endoscopic Discectomy for lumbar/cervical disc herniations.
• Perform Endoscopic Decompression / Foraminoplasty for spinal canal and lateral recess stenosis.
• Utilize specialized endoscopic equipment, radiofrequency triggers, and high-speed burrs safely under continuous fluid irrigation and fluoroscopic guidance.
• Complex & Combined Spine Care:
• Manage multi-level degenerative spine disease, spondylolisthesis, and spinal trauma.
• Perform minimally invasive spinal fusions (e.g., Endoscopic TLIF) or traditional open spine surgery when clinically indicated by the candidate's core specialty framework.
• Post-Operative Care & Rehab: Oversee immediate post-operative recovery, ensure appropriate pain management protocols, and coordinate closely with physical therapy teams for early mobilization.
• Multidisciplinary Alignment: Collaborate with Neurologists, Rheumatologists, Pain Management Specialists, and Physiotherapists to deliver comprehensive, non-operative and operative spine care.
  

Qualifications & Requirements

• Core Education:
• M.Ch / DNB in Neurosurgery OR MS / DNB in Orthopedics from an accredited institution.
• Specialized Training:
• A dedicated, recognized Fellowship in Spine Surgery (minimum 1-2 years).
• Certified advanced training/fellowship specifically in Full-Endoscopic Spine Surgery (Biportal or Uniportal techniques).
• Experience:
• Proven track record with independent handling of uniportal/biportal endoscopic spine cases.
• Typically requires 2 to 5+ years of dedicated post-PG experience in a high-volume spine center.
• Licensure: Valid registration with the National Medical Commission (NMC) / Medical Council of India (MCI) or relevant State Medical Council.