Department of Neurosurgery
A headache that won’t go away could be nothing. It could also be a tumor. The only way to know is proper imaging and a neurosurgeon who knows what to look for. That’s the range this department covers: brain and skull base surgery, spine problems that go past a slipped disc, cranial trauma from accidents, nerve pain that hasn’t responded to anything else. Patients come in from Thanesar, Pehowa, and other parts of the district instead of making the drive to Chandigarh or Delhi for the same procedures. Trauma care doesn’t wait for office hours. It runs around the clock.
Dr. Harnoor Kaur Mamik
MS (General Surgery), DrNB (Neurosurgery)
10+
Year of Expereince
24/7
Availability
Scope of Services
Brain & Skull Base Surgery
Brain tumor resection, including gliomas and meningiomas. Hydrocephalus management with VP shunt or ETV (endoscopic third ventriculostomy). Stroke-related neurosurgical procedures. Complex skull base surgery.
Advanced Spine Surgery (Cervical, Thoracic & Lumbar)
Minimally invasive spine surgery. Microdiscectomy and treatment for disc prolapse. Spinal stabilization, fusion, and pedicle screw fixation. Vertebroplasty and spinal tumor excision.
24/7 Cranial & Spinal Trauma (Emergencies)
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) and skull fracture management. Hematoma evacuation and decompressive craniectomy. Spinal fracture stabilization and decompression.
Pediatric Neurosurgery
Congenital defects such as spina bifida, with meningocele repair. Pediatric brain tumors and trauma care.
Functional, Peripheral Nerve & Pain Procedures
Carpal tunnel release and nerve decompression. RF ablation for trigeminal neuralgia. Nerve root and facet joint blocks for chronic pain.
Surgery That Doesn't Always Mean a Big Incision
Not every spine or brain condition needs open surgery. Where the condition allows for it, the department uses targeted techniques instead of standard open procedures, which generally means less cutting and a shorter recovery window.
Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS)
Smaller incisions for disc prolapse and related spine conditions. Recovery is generally quicker than with open spine surgery, though the exact timeline depends on the patient and the procedure.
VP Shunt for Hydrocephalus
Drains excess fluid from the brain and redirects it elsewhere in the body, where it's absorbed safely. Used in hydrocephalus cases where fluid buildup is putting pressure on the brain.
RF Ablation for Trigeminal Neuralgia
Radiofrequency energy targets the specific nerve behind facial pain. No full surgical exposure needed.
Vertebroplasty
Medical cement injected into a fractured or weakened vertebra to stabilize it. Comes up most often with spinal tumors or compression fractures.
OVERVIEW
From a Slipped Disc to a Brain Tumor, Handled Here
Neurosurgery covers more ground than most people expect. Brain tumors and head injuries get the attention, but a large share of what this department actually sees is spine-related. A disc pressing on a nerve. A fracture that’s compressed the spinal cord. Back pain that physiotherapy hasn’t touched. Then there’s the emergency end of it: a road accident with a skull fracture, a bleed inside the brain that has to be evacuated within hours, not days.
Children get separate consideration, too. A pediatric brain tumor or a congenital condition like spina bifida is not treated the same way it would be in an adult, and this department handles both without needing to refer the case out.
Most patients are from Kurukshetra town, but a fair number travel in from Pehowa, Ladwa, Shahabad, and the villages around them, often after a first opinion elsewhere didn’t give them a clear next step.
Minimally Invasive Where Possible
When the condition allows for it, spine and nerve procedures use smaller incisions and aim for a shorter recovery.
24/7 Trauma Response
Hematoma evacuation, fracture stabilization, and other cranial or spinal trauma work don't wait for the next available slot.
Pediatric Neurosurgery Included
Congenital defects, pediatric brain tumors, and trauma in children stay within this department rather than getting referred elsewhere.
Chronic Pain Without Open Surgery
Trigeminal neuralgia and carpal tunnel are two examples of conditions handled with a targeted procedure instead of full surgery, when that's appropriate.
Brain & Spine Surgeries
Years of Neurosurgical Experience
24/7
Cranial & Spinal Trauma Care
In-House
Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Support
Thousands of Families Have Left With A Smile
Frequently Asked Questions
What is minimally invasive spine surgery, and am I a candidate for it?
Spine surgery done through smaller incisions than the traditional open approach, usually for disc prolapse and similar conditions. Whether it’s an option for you comes down to imaging and an exam, not a blanket rule.
Is brain tumor surgery always necessary once a tumor is found?
Tumors get monitored based on size, location, and how fast they’re growing. Others need surgery, occasionally on short notice. Either way, it’s a case-by-case call after proper imaging.
Do you handle emergency head injuries and accident cases?
Yes, 24 hours a day, including skull fracture management and hematoma evacuation. If it’s an accident or head injury, come in right away rather than booking an appointment for later.
What is a VP shunt, and when is it needed?
Yes. Dr. Neha Kaushal recommends IUI after a thorough evaluation of the couple. The department handles the hormonal assessment, cycle monitoring and the procedure itself. If you require a fertility treatment more advanced than IUI, she will be upfront with you about the next steps.
I have facial pain that hasn't responded to medication. What are my options?
Could be trigeminal neuralgia, a nerve condition that causes sharp facial pain. RF ablation targets the nerve directly without full surgery, but facial pain has more than one possible cause, so it needs a proper diagnosis first.
Do you treat patients from outside Kurukshetra town?
Yes. A good number of patients come from Pehowa, Thanesar, Shahabad, Ladwa, and Pipli, particularly for spine consultations and trauma cases.