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Dr. Yashwant Shelke

Microneurosurgery, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Endoscopic Transnasal Pituitary Surgery, Neurovascular Surgery

Speciality: Dermatology, Cosmetology and Hair Transplant Surgery

Experience: 17+ years

Langauges: English, Hindi, Marathi

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1800-268-4000
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About Dr. Yashwant Shelke

Dr. Yashwantrao Ramrao Shelke is a highly accomplished Brain and Spine Surgeon based in Mumbai, with over 17 years of clinical experience in neurosurgery. He began his medical training at the Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences, Loni, under the Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik. He went on to complete his residency and earn his DNB in Neurosurgery from the prestigious Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai — widely recognized as one of India's premier pioneering institutions for advanced neurosurgical training.

 

Dr. Shelke has established a reputation for technical excellence in Microneurosurgery and Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS). Having performed more than 2,000 complex surgeries, he possesses rare clinical expertise in high-precision microscopic endonasal and endoscopic transnasal approaches for pituitary tumors and skull base lesions — a specialized discipline offered by only a selective cohort of neurosurgeons in India.

 

To further refine his advanced surgical methodologies, Dr. Shelke undertook specialized training at the renowned Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai. Today, he operates a highly active multi-city practice, serving as a Visiting Consultant across premier tertiary hospitals in Mumbai, Nashik, Pune, and Aurangabad. He is registered with the Maharashtra Medical Council (Reg. No. 2009031314) and remains dedicated to delivering patient-centric neurosurgical excellence.

 

My Patient Philosophy

Dr. Shelke believes that complex neurosurgery demands much more than microscopic technical precision; it requires absolute trust. His clinical practice begins with detailed pre-operative counseling, ensuring that patients and their families thoroughly understand their diagnostic profile, the proposed surgical pathway, and realistic postoperative recovery timelines. He advocates for the least invasive access techniques whenever oncologically and structurally safe, recognizing that reduced surgical trauma translates directly to less discomfort, shorter hospitalizations, and a more rapid return to daily life. Whether addressing an early-stage spinal compression or a complex cranial tumor, his clinical focus remains centered on evidence-backed decisions, personalized care, and complete transparency.

Education & Board Certifications

  • DNB (Neurosurgery): Jaslok Hospital and Research Centre, Mumbai | National Board of Examinations, New Delhi (2019).
  • MBBS: Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences, Loni | Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS), Nashik (2009).
  • Advanced Surgical Training: Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai.
  • Medical Registration: No. 2009031314 — Maharashtra Medical Council (MMC).

Treatment Expertise

  • Endoscopic Transnasal & Microscopic Endonasal Pituitary Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS) & Keyhole Decompressions
  • Endoscopic Spine Surgery (Discectomy & Laminectomy)
  • Precision Craniotomy for Brain Tumour Excision
  • Vascular Brain Surgery & Microvascular Aneurysm Clipping
  • Complex Spinal Fusion & Multi-Level Spinal Reconstruction
  • Neuro-Endoscopic Ventriculostomy & Shunt Placements
  • Paediatric Brain Tumour Resections
  • Stereotactic-Guided Biopsy & Navigation-Assisted Skull Base Surgery
  • Advanced Trauma Neuro-Resuscitation & Reconstruction
  • Benign and Malignant Brain Tumours (Meningiomas, Gliomas)
  • Pituitary Adenomas & Sellar/Suprasellar Lesions
  • Cerebral Aneurysms & Arteriovenous Malformations (AVMs)
  • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Subdural, & Epidural Hematomas
  • Cervical and Lumbar Disc Herniation (Slip Disc & Sciatica)
  • Spinal Cord Compression, Spinal Stenosis, & Spondylolisthesis
  • Congenital & Acquired Hydrocephalus
  • Intracerebral Haemorrhage (Stroke Management)
  • Primary and Metastatic Neuro-Oncology (Brain & Spine Lesions)
  • Paediatric Neurological & Developmental Cranio-Spinal Anomalies

Positions held

  • Medical Director: SkinAmour Clinic, Santacruz West and Chembur East, Mumbai (2017 – Present).
  • Assistant Professor & Head of the Department: Dr. N Y Tasgaonkar Institute of Medical Sciences, Diksal, Karjat (2017 – 2020).
  • Speciality Medical Officer: LTMMC Sion Hospital, Mumbai (2015 – 2016).
  • Senior Registrar: HBT Medical College and Dr. R.N. Cooper Municipal General Hospital, Mumbai (2016 – 2017).

Affiliations & Memberships

  • Visiting Consultant Neurosurgeon: Supreme Multi Speciality Hospital, Ghatkopar West, Mumbai.
  • Visiting Consultant Neurosurgeon: Bhatia Hospital, Tardeo, Mumbai.
  • Visiting Consultant Neurosurgeon: ACI Cumballa Hill Hospital, Mumbai.
  • Visiting Consultant Neurosurgeon: Oscar Superspeciality Hospital, Goregaon West, Mumbai.
  • Visiting Consultant Neurosurgeon: Motiben Dalvi Hospital, Gamdevi, Mumbai.
  • Visiting Consultant Neurosurgeon: Conwest & Manjula S. Badani Jain Hospital, Girgaon, Mumbai.
  • Visiting Consultant Neurosurgeon: Parsi General Hospital, Cumballa Hill, Mumbai.
  • Regional Visiting Neurosurgeon: Ongoing complex operative consults and specialty clinics across Nashik, Pune, and Aurangabad.
  • Neurological Society of India (NSI)
  • Indian Society of Neuroendoscopy (ISNE)
  • Spine Surgery Society of India (SSSI)
  • Maharashtra Medical Council (MMC)

    • Research & Publications

    Dr. Yashwant Shelke remains deeply committed to advancing clinical safety standards in brain and spine surgery. His research interests focus on improving visual outcomes in transnasal pituitary surgeries and reducing recovery times through micro-endoscopic spine interventions. He is an active contributor to neurosurgical workshops, national CME modules, and continuing clinical studies focused on minimally invasive approaches.

    Awards And Honours

    • Multi-City Clinical Reach: Highly regarded for establishing a responsive neurosurgical care network across four major cities in Maharashtra (Mumbai, Nashik, Pune, and Aurangabad), improving regional access to complex cranial and spinal care.
    • High Patient Trust Metrics: Verified by HexaHealth platforms with outstanding patient satisfaction scores and exceptional patient recommendation ratings.
    • Subspecialty Expertise: Formally recognized as a key regional expert in Endoscopic Transnasal Pituitary Surgery, providing low-morbidity alternatives for deep-seated brain lesions.