About
Dr. Ediga Pavan Kumar is a highly regarded Consultant Neurosurgeon at Continental Hospitals, Hyderabad, known for his extensive expertise in both brain and spine surgeries. With a career marked by dedication to advancing neurosurgical care, Dr. Kumar has handled a broad spectrum of complex cases, including brain tumors, vascular malformations, trauma, degenerative spine diseases, and minimally invasive spine surgeries.
He embarked on his medical journey with an M.B.B.S. from Narayan Medical College, followed by an M.S. in General Surgery from JSS Medical College, where he developed a strong foundation in surgical principles. His passion for neurosurgery led him to pursue an M.Ch. in Neurosurgery at Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences, one of India’s most prestigious medical institutions. During his rigorous training, Dr. Kumar gained significant experience in performing intricate neurosurgical procedures, including brain and spine surgeries.
Quest to stay at the forefront of technological advancements in his field, Dr. Pavan completed a specialized fellowship in endoscopic spine surgery at Harrison Spineartus Hospital in Seoul, South Korea. This advanced training allowed him to master the latest techniques in minimally invasive spine surgeries, enabling faster recovery and reduced complications for patients.
Dr. Pavan Kumar’s career took a major leap forward in December 2023 when he began independently managing an array of neurosurgical cases at Malla Reddy Hospitals, where his clinical acumen and surgical precision earned him a stellar reputation. He has successfully treated cases involving complex spinal deformities, slipped discs, brain trauma, and cerebrovascular disorders.
At Continental Hospitals, Dr. Pavan Kumar continues to push the boundaries of neurosurgical innovation, offering comprehensive care with a focus on patient-centered outcomes. His expertise in minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgeries, along with his compassionate approach, makes him a sought-after neurosurgeon in Hyderabad and beyond. Additionally, his commitment to medical education and research ensures that he remains at the cutting edge of neurosurgical advancements, contributing to improving patient outcomes across a range of neurological disorders.
Professional Development and Continuing Education
SPECIAL EVENT
organized as Faculty member in Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth 3rd annual neuroscience congress -FACULTY
2 dAY COURSE
Participated in Endoscopic skull base workshop -coronal and sagittal planes under AESCULAP ACADEMY
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE:
Reviewer for a manuscript entitled “post traumatic decompressive craniectomy ; prognostic factors and long term follow up “. “Surgical Neurology International
RESEARCH EXPERIENCE:
Reviewer for a manuscript entitled “ Anconioepitrochlear muscle resulting in cubital nerve compression neuropathy two case follow up “ “ Surgical Neurology International“
2 dAY COURSE
Participated in the “SKULL BASE 360” workshop under AESCULAP ACADEMY
2 dAY COURSE
Participated in Endoscopic skull base workshop
-coronal and sagittal planes under AESCULAP ACADEMY
SPECIAL EVENTS:
Skull Base live Dissection Course 2021 “Live and virtual International Conference and Skull Base Dissection Course”
PRACTICAL COURSES
Participant in “Micro Anastomosis course” under AESCULAP ACADEMY
2 dAY COURSE
Surgical treatment of brain and spinal cord tumors”
2 dAY COURSE
Spine course. “Surgical treatment of cervical and lumbar
spine pathology” .
SPECIAL EVENT
Spine course. “Endoscopic lumbar surgery. Joimax methods TESSYS® iLESSYS®
CONFERENCE & PRESENTATIONS:
- AP NEUROCON
- TNSCON – 2021
- TNSCON – 2022
- SPINE SURGERY MASTER CLASS
- SPEAKER at 5TH ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC MEETING – INDONESIA
Paper Presentation
Location: Vishakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
Date: 27 -28 November 2021
Focus: Utility of multimodal IONM for facial nerve
Paper Presentation
Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Date: 6 -7 march 2021
Focus: Technical nuances in ionm in vestibular schwanomma surgery
Paper Presentation
Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Date: 4-6 March 2022
Focus: Technical strategies of repair endoscopic skull base repair
SPEAKER for MISS and Far lateral Approach
Location: Bali, Indonesia
Date: May 13 -16 2023
Focus: Spine Surgery Master Class – 2023
SPEAKER at 5th Annual Scientific Meeting
Location: Bali, Indonesia
Date: December 16 -17 2023
Focus: Spine Surgery Master Class – 2023