Dr. Sunil Shetty K R

Dr. Sunil Shetty K R is one of South India's most accomplished neurosurgeons, with over 33 years of exceptional surgical experience. He completed his MBBS from the prestigious Bangalore Medical College, followed by a rigorous 5-year MCh in Neurosurgery at NIMHANS (National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences), Bangalore — one of India's most prestigious neuroscience institutes.

With an extraordinary record of 17,000+ surgeries performed — a rare feat that very few neurosurgeons achieve in their entire career — Dr. Sunil has established himself as a leader in surgical excellence. He worked at the renowned Satya Sai Hospital where he performed thousands of complex neurosurgical procedures with remarkable success rates, rendering maximum service to patients during his tenure there.

Following his exemplary service at Satya Sai Hospital, Dr. Sunil joined AJ Hospital as Chief of Neurosurgery, where he continues to lead the department with distinction. He is currently also serving as Senior & Chief Neurosurgeon at RVR Super Speciality Centre, Mangalore, bringing world-class neurosurgical expertise to Coastal Karnataka.

Dr. Sunil holds the unique distinction of being the only person in South Canara to perform awake surgery on epilepsy patients — a highly specialized procedure that requires extraordinary skill and precision. His expertise spans all neurosurgical procedures, with special interest in:

• Skull Base Surgery — Complex surgical procedures involving the base of the skull and deep brain structures
• Vascular Surgery of Brain — Expert treatment of aneurysms, AVMs, and cerebrovascular conditions
• Neuro-Oncology — One of the rare specialists in brain and spinal cord tumor surgery, handling complex oncological neurosurgical cases
• Epilepsy Surgery — Including pioneering awake surgery techniques for epilepsy patients
• Moya Moya Disease — Specialized expertise in this rare progressive cerebrovascular disorder

Beyond his surgical prowess, Dr. Sunil is known for his discipline, dedication, and determination. A true man of principles, he maintains strict adherence to clinical guidelines and protocols, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and care. His approach is deeply patient-centric, and he is renowned for being extremely kind to patients and their families, taking time to explain procedures and provide emotional support.

Dr. Sunil's commitment to serving society extends far beyond his professional duties. He has performed innumerable free surgeries for poor patients, both during his tenure at Satya Sai Hospital and throughout his practice in Mangalore. His highly ethical approach to medicine and unwavering commitment to patient welfare have earned him immense respect among patients, peers, and the medical community.

Languages: English, Hindi, Kannada, Tulu