Dr. Sarang Gotecha is a MCh-qualified neurosurgeon practicing at Manipal Hospital, Baner, Pune, with over 12 years of experience. He holds international fellowships from South Korea and Singapore, is a published researcher and specializes in brain tumor surgery, minimally invasive spine surgery and neuroendoscopic procedures.
Lead with the patient-trust gap: surveys show that 73% of patients in India feel they do not receive adequate explanation of their surgical procedure before it happens. Use Dr. Gotecha's philosophy of 'no decision without full information' as the counter-narrative - and anchor it with his dual-fellowship training as proof that the depth of knowledge exists to back that promise.
Most doctors' biography pages list degrees and hospital affiliations. This one is going to be a little different, because the qualifications only tell part of the story. What matters more to the patients who travel from Wakad, Thergaon, Hinjewadi and across Pune to see Dr. Sarang Gotecha is not the framed certificates on his wall - it's what those years of training actually translated into in the operating theatre.
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. Gotecha completed his MBBS and MS in General Surgery before pursuing MCh in Neurosurgery - the highest postgraduate degree in the surgical specialty in India. This path alone requires a decade of medical education. But he did not stop there.
The MCh in Neurosurgery is a three-year super-speciality programme that involves intensive surgical training in all domains of neurosurgery - brain, spine, peripheral nerve and paediatric cases. By the time a surgeon completes MCh training in India, they have been in operating theatres for years, handling cases that range from routine decompressions to complex tumor resections.
For Dr. Gotecha, that foundation was just the starting point. He sought international exposure because he wanted to bring techniques to his patients in Pune that were not yet widely available in India.
St. Mary's Hospital at the Catholic University of Korea in Seoul is globally recognised for its work in minimally invasive spine surgery. The fellowship Dr. Gotecha completed there trained him in endoscopic disc surgery , percutaneous pedicle screw fixation and tubular retractor-based approaches - techniques that allow the spine to be surgically accessed through incisions as small as 1 cm.
For patients in Pune who have been told they need spine surgery, this training is directly relevant. It means the surgeon evaluating your MRI is not just asking 'should we operate?' but 'what is the least invasive way to get this done and have you walking normally as fast as possible?'
The World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS) fellowship at the National Neuroscience Institute (NNI) in Singapore is one of the most competitive neurosurgical fellowships in Asia. NNI is a dedicated neuroscience centre that handles among the highest volumes of complex neurological cases in the region.
Dr. Gotecha also completed an observership at Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore, gaining additional exposure to advanced intraoperative neuromonitoring, skull base surgery and functional neurosurgery techniques.
He speaks English and Hindi, conducts detailed consultations and sees patients at Manipal Hospital, Baner as well as at his Wakad and Thergaon clinics.
Over 12 years of active neurosurgical practice, Dr. Gotecha has built significant experience in the surgical management of brain tumors (gliomas, meningiomas, metastatic lesions), cerebrovascular conditions (aneurysms, AVMs) and skull base pathologies. He uses an operating microscope and neuronavigation system for complex resections, allowing millimetre-level precision during surgery.
Dr. Gotecha manages the full spectrum of spinal conditions - cervical and lumbar disc herniations, spinal stenosis, spondylolisthesis, traumatic fractures and spinal tumors. His minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) training allows him to offer endoscopic or tubular approaches for many cases that would traditionally have required large open incisions.
Patients from Pimpri-Chinchwad, Wakad and Chinchwad regularly visit his Wakad clinic for spine consultations, given its convenient location relative to these densely populated western suburbs.
Managing neurological conditions in children requires not just technical skill but a calibrated sensitivity to how paediatric patients experience illness and recovery. Dr. Gotecha has experience treating hydrocephalus, paediatric brain tumors, tethered cord syndrome and related conditions. He approaches these cases with extra diligence during pre-operative planning and post-operative monitoring.
Dr. Gotecha is not a clinician who left academic thinking behind after training. He has published 6+ research papers in peer-reviewed journals indexed on PubMed and Scopus, authored 2 book chapters in neurosurgery and holds multiple patents and copyrights related to neurosurgical innovations.
His professional memberships include:These memberships are not ceremonial. They connect him to national and international networks of neurosurgeons, keeping his practice aligned with the latest evidence and surgical guidelines.
Dr. Gotecha believes that the most dangerous moment in any patient's journey is not during surgery - it is the moment before, when fear and incomplete information lead to bad decisions. Some patients delay necessary surgery too long. Others rush into procedures they don't need. Both outcomes are preventable with honest, detailed consultation.
His practice standard: every patient receives a thorough neurological examination before any treatment recommendation is made. Imaging alone is not enough. He reads MRIs and CT scans carefully, but he also wants to know how you feel, how symptoms are affecting your life and what your priorities are. The surgical plan - or the decision not to operate - follows from that conversation.
Dr. Sarang Gotecha, neurosurgeon, serves patients across Baner, Wakad, Thergaon, Aundh, Pashan, Balewadi, Hinjewadi and the wider Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad region. He is available at Manipal Hospital, Baner for primary consultations and at satellite clinics in Wakad and Thergaon.
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.
