Dr. Sarang Gotecha is a leading neurosurgeon in Pune practicing at Manipal Hospital, Baner. With 12+ years of experience, MBBS, MS and MCh in Neurosurgery, he specializes in brain tumor surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery, neuroendoscopic procedures and skull base surgery - serving patients across Baner, Wakad and Thergaon.
Open with a local statistic: India records over 28,000 new brain tumor cases annually, yet fewer than 500 fellowship-trained neurosurgeons practice at tertiary hospitals across the country. Pune, a city of 7 million, has fewer than 15 practicing MCh-qualified neurosurgeons. Frame Dr. Gotecha's dual international fellowship (Korea + Singapore) as the differentiator - not just credentials, but what that training means for a patient sitting in Baner deciding where to seek care.
Getting a neurological diagnosis changes everything. Suddenly, words like 'brain tumor,' 'herniated disc,' or 'cerebrovascular malformation' are no longer things that happen to other people - they are your reality. At that moment, the most important decision you will make is who you allow to operate on you or someone you love.
Expert in brain tumor, spine & neuroendoscopic surgeries
Specialized in minimally invasive & skull base surgeries
Follows an ethical and patient-centric approach
Available at clinics in Baner, Wakad, and Thergaon (Pune)
Dr. Sarang Gotecha has spent the last 12 years building a practice in Pune that tries to make that decision a little easier. He practices at Manipal Hospital, Baner - one of Pune's most advanced neurosurgical centres - and runs consultation clinics in Wakad and Thergaon so that patients across western Pune do not have to travel far to get expert advice.
His qualifications - MBBS, MS (General Surgery), MCh (Neurosurgery) - are supplemented by two international fellowships that very few surgeons in Maharashtra hold simultaneously: a Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery from St. Mary's Hospital, Catholic University of Korea, Seoul and a World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS) Fellowship from the National Neuroscience Institute, Singapore.
What does that mean for you? It means that when Dr. Gotecha recommends a surgical approach, it is grounded in techniques he has watched, practised and refined under some of the world's best neurosurgeons - not just textbooks.
Neurosurgery is not a field where guessing is acceptable. Dr. Gotecha begins every patient relationship with a thorough neurological examination. He uses advanced imaging interpretation, neuronavigation data and clinical findings together before forming a treatment opinion. Patients who come to him having already received a diagnosis elsewhere often report that he is the first doctor who sat with them long enough to explain their condition in plain language.
Dr. Gotecha is trained in the full spectrum of neurosurgical techniques - from keyhole neuroendoscopy and transnasal endoscopic pituitary surgery to complex open skull base procedures. His approach is always to find the path that achieves the surgical goal while asking the least of the patient's body. Shorter hospital stays, faster return to daily activities and fewer post-operative complications are not marketing promises here - they are outcomes supported by the techniques he was specifically trained to use.
At Manipal Hospital, Baner, Dr. Gotecha has access to an operating microscope, neuronavigation system, CUSA (Cavitron Ultrasonic Surgical Aspirator) and stereotactic frames. These are not tools available at every hospital in Pune. For complex brain tumor resections or precision spinal procedures, the difference between having and not having neuronavigation can be the difference between complete tumor removal and residual disease.
Advanced surgical management of benign and malignant brain tumors using microsurgical and minimally invasive techniques for safe and precise removal.
Minimally invasive approach using an endoscope to treat conditions like hydrocephalus, brain cysts, and certain tumors with faster recovery and minimal scars.
Comprehensive treatment for spine conditions such as slipped disc, spinal fractures, and degenerative spine disorders through both open and minimally invasive techniques.
Modern surgical method using small incisions and advanced tools to treat spine problems, reducing pain, blood loss, and hospital stay.
Expert care for conditions like brain aneurysms and AVMs (arteriovenous malformations) using precise microsurgical techniques.
Specialized procedures to treat complex tumors and abnormalities at the base of the skull with advanced microsurgical and endoscopic techniques.
Comprehensive evaluation and surgical management for patients with head injuries, bleeding, or fractures to prevent long-term damage.
Expert surgical care for spinal injuries and fractures to restore stability, relieve pain, and improve mobility.
• Brain tumors - both benign and malignant (glioma, meningioma, metastatic tumors)S
• Pituitary tumors (treated via transnasal endoscopic approach, no visible scar)
• Cerebrovascular malformations - aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs)
• Hydrocephalus - managed via endoscopic third ventriculostomy or shunt procedures
• Skull base tumors - acoustic neuromas, meningiomas of the skull base
• Cervical and lumbar disc herniation
• Degenerative disc disease and spinal stenosis
• Spinal fractures - trauma-related, requiring fixation
• Spinal tumors - both primary and metastatic
• Spondylolisthesis and complex deformity correction
Children with neurological conditions need a surgeon who understands that paediatric neurosurgery is not simply 'small adult neurosurgery.' Dr. Gotecha has experience managing hydrocephalus, spinal cord tumors and other paediatric conditions with the care and precision this population demands.
Dr. Gotecha does not walk into a consultation with a predetermined answer. Two patients with the same MRI finding can have very different treatment paths based on age, overall health, symptom severity and personal priorities. He believes in shared decision-making - explaining what surgery offers, what conservative management offers and what the likely trajectory of each option looks like. The patient decides with full information.
With 6+ published research papers indexed on PubMed and Scopus, 2 book chapters and multiple patents and copyrights in neurosurgery, Dr. Gotecha is not just a clinician - he is a contributor to the science of the field. His involvement in the Neurological Society of India, Neurospine Association of India and the Midwest Chapter of Neurosurgery means he is continuously exposed to the latest evidence and practice guidelines.
Many patients from Pune's western suburbs - Baner, Wakad, Balewadi, Pashan, Thergaon - are comfortable in Hindi or English. Consultations are conducted in both, ensuring no patient has to struggle to communicate a symptom or understand a recommendation.
To provide world-class brain and spine care through advanced surgical expertise, compassionate treatment, and ethical medical practices — ensuring every patient receives personalized care, faster recovery, and an improved quality of life.
To be recognized as a leading center for neurosurgery and spine care in India, setting new standards in clinical excellence, patient safety, and innovative surgical solutions, while making specialized neuro care accessible to all.
Choosing the right neurosurgeon is crucial for successful outcomes and peace of mind. Dr. Sarang Gotecha stands out as one of Pune’s most trusted brain & spine surgeons, offering advanced surgical expertise with a compassionate approach.
MBBS, MS (General Surgery), and MCh (Neurosurgery) with years of experience in handling complex brain and spine cases.
Specialized in brain tumor surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery,neuroendoscopic surgery, and skull base surgeries.
Every treatment plan is personalized with transparent communication and a focus on the patient’s comfort and recovery.
Consultations available at Baner, Wakad, and Pimpri Thergaon and Pan card club road, making quality neuro care easily accessible across Pune.
Incorporating modern surgical tools and minimally invasive approaches for safer procedures and quicker recovery.
Primary Practice: Manipal Hospital, Baner, Pune - one of Pune's largest multi-specialty hospitals, located near Baner Road, easily accessible from Aundh, Pashan, Balewadi and Hinjewadi.
Satellite Clinics: Wakad and Thergaon - for patients in Pimpri-Chinchwad, Wakad, Ravet and Chinchwad who find Baner a difficult commute.
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