Neurosurgeon Salary In India
Neurosurgeons are specialized doctors who perform major surgery on the brain, spinal cord and nerves. They diagnose complex diseases and perform surgical procedures in order to treat them. Neurosurgeons must complete a 4-year undergraduate program, followed by a 6-year medical program and then at least 12 additional years of residency training. The average salary for neurosurgeons in the United States is $442,000 per year.
Neurosurgeon Salary In India
How much does a Neurosurgeon make in India?
₹ 450,000
/ Annual
Based on 50 salaries
The average neurosurgeon salary in India is ₹ 450,000 per year or ₹ 231 per hour. Entry-level positions start at ₹ 365,625 per year, while most experienced workers make up to ₹ 500,000 per year.
Median
₹ 450,000
Low
₹ 365,625
High
₹ 500,000
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Brief overview of Neurology
What is Neurology?
Neurology is a medical branch which deals with the nervous system – this includes not just the nerves, but also the brain, the spinal cord and the muscles.
Who are Neurological Doctors?
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Neurological Doctors are of 2 types:
(1) Neurosurgeons, who perform brain surgeries which include brain injuries, brain tumours, degenerative disorders of the spine, etc.
(2) Neuro Physicians.
This article focuses on how to be a neurosurgeon in India.
Work of a Neurosurgeon
A Neurosurgeon, as mentioned earlier, performs surgeries to correct a neurological problem. This could include removing a brain tumour, performing a surgery on the back, etc. A neurosurgeon could be concentrating on a specialized field, such as paediatrics, spinal problems, tumours, etc. In addition, a neurosurgeon may have to work in conjuction with a neuro physician, a physiotherapist or a psychiatrist for post-surgery care.
Some neurosurgeons also take up teaching assignments at hospitals and medical colleges & conduct seminars related to their field.
Skills required to become a Neurosurgeon
Like any doctor, a neurosurgeon must have the ability to deal with adversities and stress. Establishing a relationship of trust with the patient and feelings of compassion, not to mention patience & perseverance, are equally necessary.
Above all, steady hands and stamina are a must given the nature of surgical procedures. A neurosurgeon could spend hours in an operation theatre without food or water, with complete focus on the surgical procedure being done.
Furthermore, it is necessary for a neurosurgeon to be updated with new techniques and innovations in the field of neurosurgery.
Educational requirements to become a Neurosurgeon in India
A student wishing to pursue a career as a neurosurgeon must appear for the Common Entrance Test (CET) after passing Std. XII. At the Std.XI & XII levels, the students should have taken up English and medical subjects, namely physics, chemistry and biology (botany & zoology). After successfully passing the CET, the student does MBBS.
On getting an MBBS degree, you have to do an MS in general neurosurgery & then an M.Ch. in neurosurgery (this is a 5 year course). All these degrees amount to about 14 years of education.
Where to study neurosurgery in India
1. All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)
Ansari Nagar (in front of Safdarjung Hospital)
Aurobindo Marg,
New Delhi – 110029
Ph: 91-11-26588500/91-11-26589900/91-11-26588700
Registrar: Mr. V.P. Gupta reg@aiims.ac.in
Website: www.aiims.edu
2. Sanjay Gandhi PG Institute of Medical Sciences
Raebareli Road,
Lucknow-226 014
U.P.
Ph: 0522-2668004
Website: www.spgi.ac.in
3. National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences (NIMHANS)
Hosur Road
Bangalore – 560029
Ph: 91-080-26995005/5006, 26564199 (Registrar)
Email of registrar: regt@nimhans.kar.nic.in
Website: http://www.nimhans.kar.nic.in/
4. Sri Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences & Technology
Thiruvananthapuram – 695 011
Kerala
Ph: 91-471-2443152
Email: sct@sctimst.ac.in
Website: www.sctimst.ac.in
5. Bombay Hospital Institute of Medical Sciences (BHIMS)
12, Marine Lines,
Mumbai – 400 020
Maharashtra
Ph: 022-2067676
Website: http://www.bombayhospital.com/services/support.htm#top
6. Madurai Medical College
Panangal Road,
Madurai – 625020
Tamil Nadu
Ph: 0452-2526028
Email Id: deanmdumc@gmail.com
Website: http://www.maduraimedicalcollege.org/
Note: this is not a comprehensive list!
Salary of a Neurosurgeon in India
When a neurosurgeon works in the public sector, his/her pay scale is as per the norms of the Sixth Pay Commission. Depending on the post, a neurosurgeon in the public sector can have a starting salary of Rs.40,000/- and go up to nearly Rs.1 lakh for higher posts & more experience.
In the private sector, on the other hand, a neurosurgeon can start earning at Rs.1lakh & earn anything up to Rs.2 lakh. Of course, setting up one’s private medical practice is no easy task!
Readers are welcome to give their feedback on their own personal experience of studying to become a neurosurgeon in India or any general information about the career of neurosurgery.
