AIIMS Trained • 30+ Years Experience

Dr. (Prof.) Sumiet Snha

Principal Director - Neurosurgery & Spine Surgery, Max Hospital, Dwarka

Minimally Invasive & Endoscopic Neurosurgeon, Spine Surgeon and Peripheral Nerve Surgeon

MSDNBMChFACSEx-Prof. AIIMSHon'y President NTSIPresident ISPNS

One of the most experienced minimally invasive and endoscopic neurosurgeons in India. Former Professor of Neurosurgery at AIIMS, New Delhi, with thousands of complex brain, spine and peripheral nerve operations performed through keyhole and endoscopic approaches.

Dr. (Prof.) Sumiet Snha - Neurosurgeon and Spine Surgeon, Max Hospital Dwarka
Ex-ProfessorAIIMS, New Delhi
Vice ChairmanMax Hospital, Dwarka & Gurugram
0+Years of Experience
0+Surgeries Performed
0+Brachial Plexus & Nerve Surgeries
0Specialities: Brain, Spine, Nerve
Professional Journey

From AIIMS To Max Hospital - A Career In Neurosurgery

Training

MS, DNB & MCh Neurosurgery (AIIMS)

Completed neurosurgical training at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi - India's apex medical institute.

1996

Professor, Department of Neurosurgery, JPNA Trauma Center & AIIMS

Appointed to the AIIMS faculty immediately after obtaining his MCh degree; rose to the rank of Professor at the JPNA Trauma Center and AIIMS, New Delhi.

International

Training With World Leaders

Worked with Prof. Hiroshi Sano (Japan), Prof. Louis Vialle (Brazil) and Prof. B. Meyer (Germany), enhancing expertise in vascular, spine and complex neurosurgery.

JPNATC, AIIMS

Founder Faculty & Ex-In-charge, Cadaver Training & Research Facility

Founder faculty and former in-charge of the Cadaver Training and Research Facility at JPNA Trauma Center, AIIMS, New Delhi.

Gurugram

Director - Neurosurgery, Paras Health

Led neurosurgery and spine surgery, performing complex operations including en-bloc spinal tumour resections.

Present

Vice Chairman - Robotics, Neurosurgery & Spine Services

Max Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi and Gurugram, Haryana - leading robotic, minimally invasive brain, spine and peripheral nerve surgery.

Credentials & Leadership

Complete Professional Credentials

Dr. (Prof.) Sumiet Snha · MBBS, MS, DNB, MCh (AIIMS, New Delhi), FACS
Minimally Invasive & Endoscopic Neurosurgeon, Spine Surgeon and Peripheral Nerve Surgeon

Current Position

Vice Chairman

Robotics, Neurosurgery & Spine Services, Max Hospital - Dwarka, New Delhi & Gurugram, Haryana

www.maxhealthcare.in

Leadership in National Societies

Hon'y Treasurer

Neurological Society of India

Hon'y President

Neurotrauma Society of India

www.ntsi.co.in
President

Indian Society of Peripheral Nerve Surgery

www.ispns.org
Hon'y Secretary

Neuroendoscopic Society of India

EC Member

Skull Base Surgery Society of India

Academic Career

Ex-Professor

Department of Neurosurgery, JPNA Trauma Center & All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi

Teaching & Faculty Roles

Faculty

AO Spine

Ex-Education Officer

AO Spine (India)

Faculty

Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)

Founder Faculty & Ex-In-charge

Cadaver Training & Research Facility, JPNATC, AIIMS, New Delhi

Past Leadership Roles

Founder Secretary

Indian Society of Peripheral Nerve Surgery

www.ispns.org
Ex-Member

WFNS Committee on Peripheral Nerve Surgery

Ex-Secretary

Neurotrauma Society of India

www.ntsi.co.in
Detailed Profile

About Dr. (Prof.) Sumiet Snha

Vice Chairman – Neurosciences ( Neurology & Spine )

Dr.(Prof.) Sumiet Snha has completed his training in neurosurgical training from the prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India, and currently working at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi. He has vast experience of 25+ years in the field of neurosurgery. In the year 2005, he was appointed as a faculty in the institute, right after obtaining his degree from the apex institute of India. Since then, Dr. Sumiet Snha has acquired training and worked in the various parts of the world with multiple neurosurgical stalwarts and enhanced his neurosurgical training and expertise, prominent among them being with Prof. Hiroshi Sano (Japan), Prof. Louise Vialle (Brazil), Prof. B Meyer (Germany). He is one of the best neurosurgeons in Gurgaon (India).

Dr.(Prof.) Sumiet Snha

Vice Chairman – Neurosciences ( Neurology & Spine )

MBBS |MS | DNB | MCh (AIIMS) New Delhi

Dr. Sumiet Snha World class neurosurgeons

Dr.(Prof.)Sumiet Snha is also trained in spinal injuries and also a certified teaching faculty for AO spine (international). It is a global non-profit organization spreading knowledge about spinal pathologies. He is actively involved in various teaching and research activities in India and abroad. Dr. Sumiet Snha is also a trained and certified ATLS faculty. He is an accomplished brachial plexus and peripheral nerve surgeon and has performed more than 250 complicated cases with a higher success rate.

Achievements of Dr.(Prof.)Sumiet Snha

  • Principal Director- Neuro & Spine Surgery,MAX Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi-110075.
  • Ex-Director- Neuro & Spine Surgery, Paras Health, Gurugram, Haryana.
  • Ex-Professor, Department of Neurosurgery, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India.
  • Secretary, Neurotrauma Society of India.
  • Founder Faculty In-charge, Cadaver Training, and Research Facility, AIIMS, JPNA Trauma Centre, AIIMS, New Delhi- conceptualized and established state-of-art cadaver training and research facility at AIIMS.
  • Founder Secretary, Indian Society of Peripheral Nerve Surgery.
  • Member of Core Committee for the formulation of National guidelines for traumatic brain injury.
  • Dr. (Prof.) Snha has expertise and interest in minimally invasive spine surgeries
  • He has operated on more than 250 cases of complicated nerve injuries with higher success rates.
  • The patient has to go through lesser pain and trauma during the treatment.
  • The chances of recovery are faster in these types of surgeries

Happy to share here with you all that- Dr.(Prof.) Sumiet Snha have been conferred fellowship of American college of surgeons - FACS.

A Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS) is a surgeon who has been recognized for their exceptional expertise, skill, and dedication to the field of surgery. The American College of Surgeons (ACS) is a prestigious organization that aims to improve the quality of surgical care and patient safety.

To become a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, a surgeon must:

  1. Be certified by the American Board of Surgery (ABS) or a equivalent certifying body.
  2. Have a minimum of 3-5 years of practice experience.
  3. Demonstrate a commitment to ethical practice, professional development, and continuous learning.
  4. Be sponsored by two current FACS members.
  5. Pass a rigorous evaluation process, including a review of their surgical experience, publications, and contributions to the field.

FACS designation indicates that a surgeon has:

  • Met high standards for surgical competence and ethical conduct.
  • Staying current with the latest advances and best practices in surgery.
  • Demonstrated a commitment to providing high-quality patient care.

The FACS designation is considered a mark of excellence in surgery and is recognized globally.

Treatment Procedures

Brain Surgery Procedures

  • Endoscopic removal of brain tumors.
  • Removal of brain tumors by keyhole (small) incisions.
  • Vascular neurosurgery- complex arteriovenous malformations and aneurysms.
  • Vascular Bypass Surgery.
  • Epilepsy Surgery.
  • Pediatric Neurosurgery.
  • Endoscopic treatment of hydrocephalus (water collection inside the brain).

Spine Surgery Procedures

  • Endoscopic treatment of cervical (neck pain) and lumbar disc (sciatica).
  • Endoscopic treatment of lumbar canal stenosis.
  • Endoscopic removal of spinal tumors.
  • Atlantoaxial dislocations.
  • Spinal fractures.
  • Tuberculosis of spine.
  • Spinal cord stimulator for neuralgic pain and spasticity.

Peripheral Nerves Procedures

  • Brachial plexus injuries.
  • Peripheral nerve injuries.
  • Nerve tumors.
  • DREZ operation for post-traumatic neuralgic pain.
  • Nerve root sectioning for spasticity after brain and spinal cord injury.
  • Nerve transfers after spinal cord injury.

If you are looking for the best neurosurgeon in Delhi/NCR,India.You may consider Dr. Sumiet Snha he is one of the best Neuro & Spine Surgeon in India.

Honours & Achievements

Awards & Honours

Felicitated by the Union Health Minister - Dr. (Prof.) Sumiet Snha

Felicitated by the Union Health Minister

Swasthya Hindustan Conclave, Zee Hindustan

Honoured by Dr. J.P. Nadda, Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare, for exceptional contribution to neurosurgery and spine surgery. Awards were adjudged by a specialised panel on contributions, success rates and patient outcomes.

Young Neurosurgeon Award - Dr. (Prof.) Sumiet Snha
2017

Young Neurosurgeon Award

Times of India Achievers Award

Awarded the Young Neurosurgeon Award by a jury of nationally and internationally reputed doctors.

Young Neurosurgeon Award - Dr. (Prof.) Sumiet Snha
2009

Young Neurosurgeon Award

9th International Conference on Cerebrovascular Surgery, Nagoya, Japan

Selected for the Young Neurosurgeon Award to attend the international conference on cerebrovascular surgery in Nagoya, Japan.

Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS)

American College of Surgeons

Conferred the FACS fellowship - a globally recognised mark of surgical excellence, ethics and quality patient care.

President, Neurotrauma Society of India - Dr. (Prof.) Sumiet Snha

President, Neurotrauma Society of India

33rd Annual Meeting of the Neurotrauma Society of India, Goa

Took over as President of the Neurotrauma Society of India; earlier served as its Secretary.

Faculty - Skull Base Surgery Conference - Dr. (Prof.) Sumiet Snha
2016

Faculty - Skull Base Surgery Conference

18th Annual Conference of Skull Base Surgery Society of India (Skull Base Con 2016)

Invited faculty for the national skull base surgery conference held at SMS Medical College, Jaipur.

Patient Stories

Hear From Our Patients

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Happy Patient Operated by Dr. Sumiet Snha for Brain Tumor. Patient was very satisfied by the treatment.
Happy Patient Operated by Dr. Sumiet Snha for Brain Tumor. Patient was very satisfied by…
Happy Patient Operated by Dr. Sumiet Snha for Brain Tumor. Patient was very satisfied by the treatment.
Happy Patient Operated by Dr. Sumiet Snha for Brain Tumor. Patient was very satisfied by…
Treatments & Procedures

Treatments Offered By Dr. Snha

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions patients ask before consulting Dr. (Prof.) Sumiet Snha.

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Dr. (Prof.) Sumiet Snha (also known as Dr. Sumit Sinha) is an AIIMS-trained Neurosurgeon and Spine Surgeon with 25+ years of experience. He is the Principal Director - Neurosurgery & Spine Surgery at Max Hospital, Dwarka, New Delhi, and an ex-Professor of Neurosurgery at AIIMS, New Delhi.

Dr. Snha consults at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Plot No. 1, Sector-10, Dwarka, New Delhi-110075, from Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Video consultation is also available on request.

You can book an appointment by calling +91-8448877746, sending a WhatsApp message, or filling the online appointment form on this website. Our team will call you back to confirm the slot.

In minimally invasive (keyhole) or endoscopic spine surgery, the surgeon treats the problem through a very small incision using an endoscope and special instruments. It usually means less pain, less blood loss, a shorter hospital stay and a faster return to routine activities compared with open surgery.

No. Most patients with slip disc or back pain improve with medicines, physiotherapy and lifestyle changes. Surgery is advised only when there is severe or persistent pain, weakness, numbness or loss of bladder/bowel control, or when conservative treatment fails.

Brain tumors, pituitary tumors, acoustic neuroma, aneurysms and AVMs, epilepsy, hydrocephalus, paediatric neurosurgical problems, slip disc, spinal stenosis, spinal fractures, spinal tumors, spine tuberculosis, atlanto-axial dislocation, brachial plexus and peripheral nerve injuries, nerve tumors, trigeminal neuralgia and spasticity.

Suffering from back pain, a brain or nerve problem?

Get an expert opinion from Dr. (Prof.) Sumiet Snha — Vice Chairman, Robotics, Neurosurgery & Spine Services, Max Hospital · Ex-Professor, AIIMS · 30+ years of experience.