Dr. Ari G. Chacko
Snapshot Highlights
- Director, Neurosciences at Apollo Proton Cancer Centre, Chennai
- Over three decades of dedicated experience in Neurosurgery
- Pioneer in advanced neurosurgical techniques
- Extensive experience in brain and spinal cord tumor removal
- Specializes in minimally invasive and complex cranial procedures
Professional Experience and Expertise
Dr. Ari G. Chacko is a distinguished neurosurgeon with an impressive three-decade career dedicated to advanced neurological care. His practice is centered on the meticulous microsurgical removal of brain and spinal cord tumors, demonstrating a profound understanding of complex neuro-oncology. He is renowned for his expertise in endoscopic techniques for the removal of skull base tumors, including challenging pituitary adenomas.
Dr. Chacko is recognized as a pioneer in refining innovative surgical approaches. This includes performing awake surgeries for gliomas, enabling real-time monitoring and maximizing tumor resection while preserving neurological function. His skill extends to the microsurgical excision of intramedullary spinal cord tumors, a delicate procedure requiring exceptional precision. Furthermore, he excels in vestibular schwannoma surgery, prioritizing facial nerve preservation, and in achieving maximal safe resection of craniopharyngiomas.
His comprehensive experience also encompasses surgical interventions for epilepsy, notably performing disconnection procedures such as hemispherotomy for patients with intractable hemispheric epilepsy. Dr. Chacko’s collaborative approach is a cornerstone of his patient care philosophy, as he actively engages with colleagues across Neurology, Neuropathology, Neuroradiology, Radiation Oncology, Neurophysiology, and Endocrinology to ensure holistic and integrated treatment plans.
Education and Specialization
Dr. Ari G. Chacko holds an MCh in Neurosurgery, signifying advanced specialization and comprehensive training in the field of neurosurgery.
Key Surgical Specializations
- Microsurgical removal of brain tumors
- Microsurgical removal of spinal cord tumors
- Endoscopic removal of skull base tumors
- Endoscopic removal of pituitary adenomas
- Awake craniotomies for glioma resection
- Intramedullary spinal cord tumor excision
- Vestibular schwannoma surgery with facial nerve preservation
- Craniopharyngioma resection
- Epilepsy surgery, including hemispherotomy
