Dr. Arul K

Dr. Arul K is a seasoned neurosurgeon based in Chennai with over 27 years of experience caring for patients with complex brain and spine conditions. Currently serving as Associate Consultant at Gleneagles HealthCity Chennai, he has built a reputation for handling some of the most challenging neurosurgical cases — from skull base tumours and arteriovenous malformations to delicate endoscopic brain procedures. His patients and their families often describe him as someone who makes a difficult situation feel a little less frightening.

Dr. Arul holds an MBBS, an MS, and the prestigious FRCS (Ed) — Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh — along with a Neurosurgery Board Certification. His training and clinical journey spans India and Sri Lanka, giving him a broad perspective on patient care across different healthcare environments. He has been an active participant in national and international seminars, workshops, and training programmes throughout his career, keeping his practice current with evolving surgical techniques.

One of Dr. Arul's particular areas of focus is epilepsy surgery, a field he has been deeply involved in for over a decade. This includes the full spectrum of care — from detailed pre-surgical evaluation and Stereo EEG planning to performing major epilepsy surgical procedures. He also brings expertise in acoustic neuroma surgery, pediatric brain tumour surgery, and deep brain stimulation, covering a wide range of conditions that affect both adults and children.

For international patients travelling to Chennai for neurosurgical care, Dr. Arul offers the reassurance of internationally recognised qualifications, a long and varied surgical career, and affiliations with respected professional bodies including the Neurological Society of India and the Indian Society of Pediatric Neurosurgery. Through Gaf Healthcare, appointments and treatment coordination can be arranged smoothly, so patients and families can focus on what matters most — getting the right care.