Dr. Harish R Naik
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Dr. Harish R Naik

Senior Consultant, Neurosurgery

Neurosurgeon

Medicover Hospital, Navi Mumbai Mumbai, India 15+ Years Experience
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About Dr. Harish R Naik

Dr. Harish R Naik is a Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon at Medicover Hospital in Navi Mumbai, bringing over 15 years of dedicated experience in brain, spine, and nerve surgery. He is widely regarded in the region for his expertise across a broad range of complex neurosurgical conditions — from brain tumors and aneurysms to spinal disorders and pediatric neurosurgery. What sets him apart is his ability to handle both the technical demands of surgery and the very human side of a patient's journey through a neurological condition.

Dr. Naik completed his foundational medical training at KIMS, Hubli, followed by a Master's in General Surgery at Government Medical College, Nagpur. He then pursued his superspecialty MCh in Neurosurgery at the prestigious Grant Medical College and J.J. Hospital in Mumbai, where he trained under accomplished mentors Prof. Dr. Vernon Velho and Prof. Dr. D.A. Palande. In 2018, he travelled to King's College Hospital in London for advanced training in Deep Brain Stimulation and Functional Neurosurgery — a program that further refined his skills in treating movement disorders and epilepsy using cutting-edge techniques.

Patients and their families often speak about how Dr. Naik takes the time to explain things clearly — without rushing, without jargon. Whether someone is facing a new diagnosis or weighing surgical options, he makes sure they understand what lies ahead and feel genuinely supported in their decisions. That approach, combining clinical precision with clear communication, is central to how he practises.

For international patients travelling to India for neurosurgical care, Medicover Hospital's NABH accreditation and its well-equipped multidisciplinary team provide an added layer of confidence. Dr. Naik's experience with conditions ranging from pituitary tumors and epilepsy surgery to pediatric hydrocephalus and minimally invasive spine procedures makes him a strong choice for patients seeking comprehensive, expert neurological care in Mumbai.

Conditions Treated by Dr. Harish R Naik

  • Brain Tumors (Glioma, Meningioma, Pituitary Tumors)
  • Brain Aneurysm
  • Epilepsy
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Spinal Tumors
  • Spinal Trauma
  • Hydrocephalus (Adult and Pediatric)
  • Movement Disorders (Parkinson's Disease)
  • Pediatric Brain Tumors
  • Intervertebral Disc Disease
  • Nerve Compression Disorders
  • Functional Neurological Disorders

Areas of Interest

  • Brain Tumor Surgery
  • Functional Neurosurgery and Deep Brain Stimulation
  • Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
  • Epilepsy Surgery
  • Pediatric Neurosurgery
  • Endoscopic Brain Surgery
  • Pituitary and Skull Base Surgery
  • Spinal Trauma and Reconstruction

Qualifications

  • MBBSKIMS (Karnatak Institute of Medical Sciences), Hubli
  • MS (General Surgery)Government Medical College (GMC), Nagpur
  • MCh (Neurosurgery)Grant Medical College and J.J. Hospital, Mumbai
  • Fellowship Training — Deep Brain Stimulation & Functional NeurosurgeryKing's College Hospital, London, 2018

Work Experience

  • Currently serving as Senior Consultant in Neurosurgery at Medicover Hospital, Navi Mumbai, a NABH-accredited tertiary care centre.
  • Completed advanced training in Deep Brain Stimulation and Functional Neurosurgery at King's College Hospital, London, in February 2018.
  • Pursued superspecialty MCh in Neurosurgery at Grant Medical College and J.J. Hospital, Mumbai, training under Prof. Dr. Vernon Velho and Prof. Dr. D.A. Palande.
  • Completed MS in General Surgery at Government Medical College, Nagpur.
  • Graduated with MBBS from Karnatak Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Hubli.

Certifications (0)

    Memberships (4)

    • Neurological Society of India (NSI)
    • Indian Medical Association (IMA)
    • Maharashtra Medical Council (MMC)
    • Indian Society for Pediatric Neurosurgery (IndSPeN)

    Research Papers & Publications (0)

    Procedures

    Brain Tumor Removal and ResectionPituitary Tumor SurgeryBrain Aneurysm ClippingEndoscopic Brain SurgeryDeep Brain Stimulation (DBS) Epilepsy Surgery Vagus Nerve Stimulator (VNS) ImplantMinimally Invasive Spine SurgerySpinal Tumor SurgerySpinal Stenosis SurgerySpinal Trauma SurgeryPediatric Brain Tumor Surgery Pediatric Hydrocephalus SurgeryGlioma and Meningioma Surgery

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Booking is straightforward. Simply reach out to Gaf Healthcare through our website or contact form, share your medical reports and a brief history of your condition, and our care coordinators will arrange a consultation with Dr. Naik at Medicover Hospital, Navi Mumbai. We handle appointment scheduling, visa guidance, and hospital coordination so you can focus entirely on your health.