Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava – Neurosurgeon in Lucknow
Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava is a Neurosurgeon in Lucknow with more than 27 years of clinical experience in the management of complex neurological, brain and spinal conditions. He currently consults at Apollo Hospitals Lucknow and has performed more than 10,000 neurosurgical procedures during his clinical career.
His qualifications include MBBS, MS in General Surgery and MCh in Neurosurgery. His areas of clinical interest include endoscopic and microscopic neurosurgery, skull base neurosurgery, spine surgery, paediatric neurosurgery, epilepsy surgery and neuro-trauma.
His broader neurosurgical expertise includes brain tumour surgery, spinal instrumentation, trauma management, vascular neurosurgery and minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques.
Dr Srivastava is also associated with academic and professional development in neurosurgery. He has previously served as Chief Proctor and Professor of Neurosurgery at KGMU, Lucknow, and has been involved in training and mentoring within the field of neurosurgery.
He consults patients in English and Hindi at Apollo Hospitals Lucknow.
Leadership & Academic Experience
Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava has held senior academic and clinical responsibilities in neurosurgery.
His documented professional experience includes:
Former Chief Proctor & Professor, Neurosurgery, KGMU Lucknow
Faculty, Advanced Trauma Life Support
Former Secretary, UP–UK Neuroscience Society
More than 26 years of clinical experience in neurosurgery
Experience across complex brain, spine, trauma and neurological surgical conditions
His academic and professional experience adds to his role in neurosurgical care, training and continuing medical education.
Patients from Lucknow and surrounding areas can consult him for specialist evaluation of complex brain, spine, skull-base, epilepsy, neuro-trauma and paediatric neurosurgical conditions.
Neurosurgical Expertise & Specialisations
Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava's primary neurosurgical areas include:
Endoscopic & Microscopic Neurosurgery
Expertise in minimally invasive and microsurgical approaches used in selected brain and spinal conditions, including procedures where endoscopic or microscopic visualization is clinically appropriate.
Skull Base Neurosurgery
Special interest in neurosurgical conditions involving the skull base and anatomically complex regions around the brain, cranial nerves and major blood vessels.
Brain Tumour Surgery
Experience in the surgical management of brain tumours, with the operative approach determined by the tumour's location, size, type, relationship with critical neurological structures and the patient's clinical condition.
Spine Surgery
Clinical expertise in surgical management of spinal disorders, including conditions requiring decompression, instrumentation or minimally invasive approaches.
Paediatric Neurosurgery
Special interest in neurosurgical conditions affecting children, including selected congenital and structural neurological and spinal conditions.
Epilepsy Surgery
Special interest in surgical evaluation and treatment of selected patients with epilepsy when surgery is clinically appropriate.
Neuro-Trauma
Experience in the surgical management of neurological trauma and complex head and spinal injuries.
Vascular Neurosurgery
Clinical expertise extending to vascular neurosurgical conditions requiring specialist assessment and, where appropriate, surgical or endovascular management.
Conditions Treated
Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava provides neurosurgical evaluation for conditions including:
Treatment suitability depends on the patient's diagnosis, imaging, symptoms, neurological examination and overall medical condition.
Key Neurosurgical Procedures
The surgical procedures associated with Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava's documented areas of expertise include:
Brain & Neuro-Oncology Surgery
Brain tumour surgery
Microscopic brain tumour surgery
Endoscopic neurosurgery
Skull base surgery
Neuro-oncological surgical procedures
Spine Surgery
Minimally invasive spine surgery
Endoscopic spine surgery
Spinal decompression
Spinal instrumentation
Spine stabilisation procedures
Surgery for selected spinal tumours
Surgical treatment of spinal cord compression
Neuro-Trauma Surgery
Surgical management of severe head injuries
Neuro-trauma procedures
Surgical management of selected traumatic spinal conditions
Vascular Neurosurgery
Neurosurgical management of selected vascular brain conditions
Vascular neurosurgical procedures for appropriately evaluated patients
Paediatric Neurosurgery
Selected paediatric neurosurgical procedures
Surgery for congenital and structural paediatric neurological conditions
Epilepsy Surgery
Surgical evaluation of drug-resistant epilepsy
Selected epilepsy surgery procedures where clinically indicated
Disease-Specific Neurosurgical Expertise
Brain Tumour Surgery in Lucknow
Patients diagnosed with a brain tumour may require evaluation by a neurosurgeon to determine whether surgery is appropriate.
Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava has documented expertise in brain tumour surgery and microscopic neurosurgery. The appropriate surgical approach depends on tumour location, type, size and relationship with critical brain structures.
Apollo Hospitals Lucknow provides a multidisciplinary environment for brain tumour care, including neurosurgical, oncology, radiation oncology, critical care and rehabilitation services where required.
Spine Surgery in Lucknow
Spinal disorders may require surgery when there is significant neurological compression, structural instability, persistent symptoms despite appropriate non-surgical management or another clinical indication.
Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava has a special interest in spine surgery and minimally invasive neurosurgical techniques.
Apollo Hospitals Lucknow provides both neurosurgical and orthopaedic spine expertise for the assessment and treatment of complex spinal conditions.
Endoscopic Spine Surgery in Lucknow
Endoscopic spine surgery is a minimally invasive surgical approach used for selected spinal conditions.
Apollo Hospitals Lucknow provides endoscopic spine surgery as part of its spine surgery services. Whether an endoscopic approach is suitable depends on the patient's diagnosis, anatomy, imaging and clinical requirements.
Skull Base Neurosurgery
Skull base surgery involves conditions located in anatomically complex areas at the base of the brain.
Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava lists skull base neurosurgery among his special interests, making this an important part of his neurosurgical identity in Lucknow.
Paediatric Neurosurgery
Paediatric neurosurgery requires age-specific assessment and surgical planning.
Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava has paediatric neurosurgery as one of his documented special interests and evaluates selected neurological and spinal conditions in children.
Epilepsy Surgery
Some patients with epilepsy may require surgical evaluation when seizures remain uncontrolled despite appropriate medical treatment.
Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava has epilepsy surgery among his special interests. Surgical suitability requires detailed neurological evaluation and appropriate investigations.
Neuro-Trauma
Neuro-trauma includes injuries involving the brain, skull and nervous system.
With documented expertise in neuro-trauma and advanced trauma training, Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava provides neurosurgical assessment for appropriate traumatic neurological conditions.
Minimally Invasive & Advanced Neurosurgical Care
Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava's documented special interests include endoscopic and microscopic neurosurgery and minimally invasive techniques.
Apollo Hospitals Lucknow's Neurosciences and Spine Surgery services provide access to multidisciplinary neurological, neurosurgical and spinal care.
For suitable patients, minimally invasive or endoscopic approaches may be considered based on the diagnosis, anatomy and surgical objectives.
The choice between minimally invasive, endoscopic, microscopic or conventional surgery is individualized for every patient.
Education & Formal Training
MBBS
MS – General Surgery
MCh – Neurosurgery
His formal postgraduate training in general surgery followed by super-speciality training in neurosurgery forms the academic foundation of his clinical practice.
Book an Appointment with Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava in Lucknow
Patients looking for a neurosurgeon in Lucknow, brain surgeon in Lucknow, spine surgeon in Lucknow, or specialist consultation for complex neurological and spinal conditions can consult Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava at Apollo Hospitals Lucknow.
Patients should bring relevant MRI, CT scans, reports, previous treatment records and medication details when available.
Patient-Centric Neurosurgical Care
Neurosurgical conditions can involve complex decisions regarding diagnosis, surgery, recovery and long-term neurological function.
Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava's practice combines specialist neurosurgical assessment with discussion of appropriate treatment options based on the patient's diagnosis and clinical condition.
Patients and families can discuss surgical and non-surgical options, expected treatment pathways, relevant investigations and follow-up requirements during consultation.
International Patients & Medical Tourism
Apollo Hospitals Lucknow provides specialist healthcare services for patients travelling from different parts of India and from outside the region.
Patients travelling to Lucknow for neurosurgical consultation can arrange their medical records, previous imaging, pathology reports and treatment history before consultation.
For patients requiring surgery, the treatment plan is determined after clinical evaluation and review of relevant diagnostic investigations.
Research, Academic & Professional Contributions
Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava has been associated with academic neurosurgery and professional education through his previous senior faculty role at KGMU Lucknow, Advanced Trauma Life Support faculty involvement and professional association activities.
His academic and professional background contributes to his profile as an experienced neurosurgeon practising in Lucknow.
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Experience
27+ years of clinical experience
10,000+ neurosurgeries performed
Former Chief Proctor & Professor, Neurosurgery, KGMU Lucknow
Faculty, Advanced Trauma Life Support
Former Secretary, UP–UK Neuroscience Society
Special interest
Endoscopic & Microscopic Neurosurgery
Skull base Neurosurgery
Paediatric Neurosurgery
Spine Surgery
Epilepsy Surgery
Neuro-Trauma
Memberships
UP–UK Neuroscience Society – Former Secretary
Professional involvement in neurosurgical education and academic activities
Advanced Trauma Life Support faculty experience
Awards & Achievements
Former Chief Proctor & Professor of Neurosurgery at KGMU Lucknow
Faculty, Advanced Trauma Life Support
More than 10,000 neurosurgical procedures
More than 26 years of clinical experience
Professional contribution to neurosurgical education and training
Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava is a Neurosurgeon practising at Apollo Hospitals Lucknow, with 27+ years of clinical experience and more than 10,000 neurosurgeries documented on his Apollo profile.
Q: What is Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava's speciality?
His speciality is Neurosurgery. His documented special interests include endoscopic and microscopic neurosurgery, skull base neurosurgery, paediatric neurosurgery, spine surgery, epilepsy surgery and neuro-trauma.
Q: What brain conditions does Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava treat?
His clinical expertise includes brain tumour surgery, skull base neurosurgery, neuro-trauma, vascular neurosurgery and other neurological conditions requiring specialist neurosurgical assessment.
Q: Does Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava perform brain tumour surgery?
Brain tumour surgery is part of his documented neurosurgical expertise. The appropriate surgical approach depends on the tumour's type, location, size, relationship with critical structures and the patient's clinical condition.
Q: Does he perform minimally invasive spine surgery?
Minimally invasive spine surgery is part of his documented area of expertise, along with spine surgery and endoscopic and microscopic neurosurgical techniques.
Q: Does he provide endoscopic spine surgery in Lucknow?
Endoscopic spine surgery is within his documented spine and minimally invasive neurosurgical interests. Suitability for an endoscopic procedure is determined after clinical and imaging assessment.
Q: Does Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava treat children?
Paediatric neurosurgery is one of his documented special interests. Children requiring neurosurgical assessment can be evaluated based on their specific neurological or spinal condition.
Q: Does he treat epilepsy surgically?
Epilepsy surgery is one of his documented special interests. Patients with difficult-to-control epilepsy may require detailed evaluation to determine whether surgery is appropriate.
Q: Where does Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava practise in Lucknow?
He practises at Apollo Hospitals Lucknow in LDA Colony, Sector B, Bargawan, on Kanpur–Lucknow Road.
Q: What are his OPD timings?
His current Apollo profile lists consultation hours as Monday to Saturday, 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM.
Q: What are Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava's qualifications?
He holds MBBS, MS in General Surgery and MCh in Neurosurgery.
Q: How much neurosurgical experience does Prof. (Dr) Chhitij Srivastava have?
His current Apollo profile lists 27+ years of experience and more than 10,000 neurosurgeries.
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