Dr. Krishna K N
Senior Consultant Specialist
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road Bangalore• View Hospital- Department
- Congenital Cranial & Spinal Deformities
- Qualifications
- MBBS, MD / MS
- Experience
- 35+ Years
- Hospital
- Apollo Hospital
- Location
- Delhi NCR, India
- International Support
- Visa Assistance & Interpreters
About Dr. Krishna K N
Dr. Krishna K N is Senior Consultant and Head of Department, Brain and Spine Surgery, at Apollo Hospitals, Bengaluru, with 35 years of experience in neurosurgery. His core specialities include microsurgery of brain and spinal cord tumours, aneurysm and AV malformation surgery, and minimally invasive spine surgery, and he is recognised for establishing neurosurgical departments in both medical colleges and corporate hospitals across Bangalore. He treats congenital cranial and spinal deformities, hydrocephalus, and complex disc disease, having introduced minimally invasive techniques for brain and spinal surgery at Apollo Hospitals, Bangalore. Dr. Krishna completed his MBBS from Government Medical College, Mysore, in 1981, his MS in General Surgery from Bangalore Medical College in 2002, and his MCh in Neurosurgery from Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute, Trivandrum, in 1987. Dr. Krishna trained in Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery at the University of Mainz, Germany, and has received several national and international research awards.
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Treatments Performed
Neurosciences Procedures & Surgeries6 Procedures
Clinical Specializations & Areas of Focus1 Procedures
Practices At
Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road Bangalore
Bannerghatta Main Road, IIM Opposite, Krishnaraju Layout, Amalodbhavi Nagar, Panduranga Nagar Bangalore Karnataka 560076 India
What to Expect: Neurosciences & Neurosurgery at Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road Bangalore
| Procedure | US / UK Estimate | Apollo Hospital, Bannerghatta Road Bangalore Package | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Craniotomy for Brain Tumor (Navigation-guided) | $65,000 US/UK | $6,800 – $9,800 in India | 86% Less |
| Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS, with Neurostimulator) | $85,000 US/UK | $18,000 – $24,500 in India | 73% Less |
| Endoscopic Pituitary Tumor Surgery (Transsphenoidal) | $52,000 US/UK | $5,800 – $8,200 in India | 85% Less |
| Brain Aneurysm Coiling / Clipping (Microsurgical) | $72,000 US/UK | $7,800 – $12,500 in India | 84% Less |
Medical Advisory: Illustrative cost benchmarks include surgeon fees, standard implants/lenses, operation theatre charges, nursing, and standard hospital stay. Final quotes are confirmed by the hospital medical board after reviewing personal clinical scans.
Reviews (2)
Amara Okafor
“Dr. Krishna K N provided an exhaustive clinical consultation. Marlin coordinated all pre-travel scans and hospital admission seamlessly.”
Kareem Al-Mansoor
“Exceptional surgical skill and world-class post-operative care at Apollo Hospital. Highly recommended for international patients.”
