About Dr. Sandeep Moolchandani: Spine & Neurosurgeon in Indore
Dr. Sandeep Moolchandani is a neurosurgeon and spine surgeon in Indore with over 16 years of clinical experience in brain and spine care. He holds a DrNB in Neurosurgery and has received international training in uniportal endoscopic spine surgery at AIN Hospital in South Korea.
Patients consult him for conditions such as slipped discs, sciatica, spinal stenosis, neck and back pain, brain tumors, epilepsy and head injuries. What sets his practice apart is how he decides. His approach focuses on understanding the patient’s symptoms, clinical examination findings and scan results together before recommending a treatment plan. Surgery is advised when it is medically necessary. When appropriate, treatment may begin with medication, physiotherapy or rehabilitation to help manage the condition and improve recovery without surgery.
Dr. Moolchandani at a Glance
Specialty | Neurosurgery and spine surgery |
Experience | 16+ years |
Qualifications | DrNB Neurosurgery (Delhi), MS (Chennai), MBBS (Chennai), FIPM Pain Medicine (Kolkata), MHA (Mumbai), FISS (Pune) |
International training | Monoportal (Uniportal) Endoscopic Spine Surgery, AIN Hospital, South Korea |
Hospital role | Consultant, Neuro & Spine Surgery, Shalby Hospital Indore |
Award | Best Paper Award, Neurotrauma Society of India, 2019 |
Patient rating | 4.9 stars on Google |
Appointments | +91-7000-11-5912 |
About Dr. Sandeep Moolchandani
Dr. Sandeep Moolchandani is a neurosurgeon and spine surgeon in Indore with clinical training at leading medical institutions, including Maulana Azad Medical College and LNJP Hospital in New Delhi, and MGM Medical College and MY Hospital in Indore.
His clinical areas of interest include:
- Spine surgery and spinal disorders
- Neuro-oncology (brain and nervous system tumours)
- Neurotrauma and head injuries
- Pediatric neurosurgery
- Vascular neurosurgery
His Approach to Treatment
Dr. Moolchandani considers your symptoms, clinical examination and scan results together before recommending treatment. Depending on your condition, the plan may include medication, physiotherapy, rehabilitation or surgery when medically necessary.
When Specialist Assessment Matters
Some spine conditions can affect the nerves or spinal cord. Back or neck pain accompanied by numbness, weakness, or changes in bladder or bowel control may require prompt medical assessment. Identifying the cause helps determine the most appropriate next step.
For more details about his spine surgery expertise, visit the Spine Surgeon in Indore page.
International Fellowship | South Korea
- International Fellowship : Monoportal (Uniportal) Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- Training Centre : AIN Hospital, South Korea
- Mentorship : Prof. Dr. Kang-Taek Lim
- Specialized Focus : Advanced endoscopic and minimally invasive spine surgery
Qualifications and Training
Degrees and fellowships
- DrNB, Neurosurgery (Delhi)
- MS (Chennai)
- MBBS (Chennai)
- FIPM, Fellowship in Pain Management, Dardia Pain Clinic, Kolkata
- MHA (Mumbai)
- FISS (Pune)
Endoscopic spine surgery training
- International fellowship: Monoportal (Uniportal) Endoscopic Spine Surgery at AIN Hospital, South Korea, under the mentorship of Prof. Dr. Kang-Taek Lim
- UBE: Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Spine Surgery, certificate course under Dr. Malcolm Pestonji, Mumbai
- TELD: Transforaminal Endoscopic Lumbar Discectomy, certificate course under Dr. Satish Chandra Gore, Pune
Also trained in interventional spine procedures and pain management.
Why does this matter to you? Endoscopic surgery works through a very small opening, so it can mean less muscle damage and a quicker return to normal life for the right patient. His training covers three different endoscopic techniques, which means he can match the technique to your spine, not your spine to the technique.
Conditions Dr. Moolchandani Treats
Spine conditions
- Nerve compression, and selected spinal tumors
Brain and neurological conditions
As a brain surgeon in Indore, Dr. Moolchandani treats:
Surgeries and Procedures
Surgery is one option, not the starting point. When it is the right call, procedures include:
- Interventional spine and pain procedures
How Dr. Moolchandani Approaches Your Care
- Listen to your concerns. Your symptoms, medical history and concerns are the starting point for understanding your condition.
- Examine and investigate. Your symptoms, physical examination and scan results are considered together to help reach an accurate diagnosis.
- Explain your options clearly. You learn what may be causing your symptoms, which treatments are available and what each option involves before making a decision.
- Recommend the right treatment. Depending on your condition, treatment may include medication, physiotherapy, rehabilitation, a minimally invasive procedure or surgery when needed.
- Support your recovery. Your care plan may include rehabilitation and, where appropriate, robotic physiotherapy to support mobility and functional recovery.
Not every headache requires a neurosurgical consultation, and not every back problem needs surgery. The first step is understanding what is causing your symptoms and which specialist or treatment is appropriate. If you are unsure which neuro doctor in Indore to consult, an evaluation can help clarify your next steps. Dr. Moolchandani also evaluates headaches and migraines, which may often be managed without surgery depending on the diagnosis.
Endoscopic Spine Surgery: The Training Behind the Technique
Keyhole spine surgery is only as good as the surgeon’s training and judgment. Dr. Moolchandani’s endoscopic training is specific and named:
- International fellowship in uniportal (monoportal) endoscopic spine surgery, AIN Hospital, South Korea, under Prof. Dr. Kang-Taek Lim
- Certificate course in Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Spine Surgery (UBE), under Dr. Malcolm Pestonji, Mumbai
- Certificate course in Transforaminal Endoscopic Spine Surgery (TELD), under Dr. Satish Chandra Gore, Pune
These techniques use small openings and aim to limit damage to surrounding muscle, which often means less pain and a quicker return to daily life than open surgery. They are not right for every patient. The choice depends on where the problem is, how much the nerve or spinal cord is compressed, spinal stability, any earlier spine surgery and your overall health. The aim is not the smallest cut. The aim is the right operation for your condition.
Awards and Recognition
This recognition comes from fellow neurosurgeons, not from marketing.
Best Paper Award, Neurotrauma Society of India, 2019. Dr. Moolchandani’s study looked at chronic subdural hematoma, a slow collection of blood between the skull and the brain that often follows a head injury. It found that patients whose scans showed the brain expanding back during their hospital stay had lower rates of the clot returning. The paper was published in the Indian Journal of Neurotrauma (2019; 16(1): 63-66, DOI 10.1055/s-0039-1698715).
Research and Publications
Dr. Moolchandani’s neurosurgery research has been published in national and international journals:
- Chronic subdural hematoma and brain expansion at admission. Indian Journal of Neurotrauma, 2019. The award winning paper described above.
- Dialysis disequilibrium syndrome in a patient with hemorrhagic stroke and chronic kidney disease. Interdisciplinary Neurosurgery, Volume 21, September 2020. A case report on a rare and risky complication in neurocritical care.
- Cervical nerve root cavernoma: case report and literature review. International Clinical Neurosciences Journal. A report on a rare vascular growth pressing on a spinal nerve root.
Memberships and Registrations
- Registered with the Delhi Medical Council and the MP Medical Council
- Lifetime Member, Neurological Society of India
- Lifetime Member, The Association of Surgeons of India
- Professional member, Academy of Healthcare Management (PAHM), AHIP, USA
You can also view his hospital listing on the Shalby Hospital doctor profile.
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Get In Touch With Us
G-02, Prime Arcade Building, Plot 428, Opposite CHL Hospital, near Dewas Naka, Part I, Scheme No 114, Indore, Madhya Pradesh 452010
Timing: 5pm to 8pm
Contact: +91 74772 06039
Dr. Sandeep Moolchandani, Shalby Hospital, Room No 9, 2nd Floor, Race Course Road, Near Janjeerwala Square, Indore
Timing: 11am to 5pm
Contact: +91 7000 11 5912
What to Expect at Your First Consultation
- Bring your records. MRI or CT films and reports, earlier prescriptions, any previous surgery records, and your insurance details if you plan to claim.
- Tell your story. Dr. Moolchandani listens to your symptoms, how long you have had them and what has or has not helped.
- Get examined. A neurological examination checks strength, sensation, reflexes and walking.
- Have your scans read with your symptoms. The findings are matched to what you feel, because a scan alone can mislead.
- Hear your options in plain language. You get the diagnosis and every realistic option, including non-surgical ones, before any decision is made.
- Leave with a plan. That may be medication and rehabilitation with Dr. Shivani Raikwar, a procedure, or surgery with a clear reason behind it. Learn more about the team on the About Samarth Neuro Spine Centre page.
What to Expect at Your First Consultation
Who is Dr. Sandeep Moolchandani?
Dr. Sandeep Moolchandani is a neurosurgeon and spine surgeon in Indore with 16+ years of experience. He is Consultant, Neuro & Spine Surgery at Shalby Hospital and consults at Samarth Neuro Spine Centre near Dewas Naka.
What are Dr. Sandeep Moolchandani's qualifications?
He holds a DrNB in Neurosurgery (New Delhi), an MS in General Surgery (Government Kilpauk Medical College, Chennai), an MBBS (Government Stanley Medical College, Chennai), an MHA (Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Mumbai) and a fellowship in pain management (Kolkata).
Is Dr. Moolchandani a neurologist or a neurosurgeon?
He is a neurosurgeon. He also manages non-surgical conditions such as migraine and headache. If you are not sure whether you need a neurologist or a neurosurgeon, one consultation can settle it.
How many years of experience does Dr. Moolchandani have?
He has 16+ years of experience in neurosurgery and spine surgery, including training at Maulana Azad Medical College, LNJP Hospital, MGM Medical College and MY Hospital.
Where does Dr. Sandeep Moolchandani practice in Indore?
At Samarth Neuro Spine Centre, Dewas Naka, from 5 PM to 8 PM, and at Shalby Hospital, Race Course Road, from 11 AM to 5 PM.
What endoscopic spine surgery does Dr. Moolchandani perform?
UBE (Unilateral Biportal Endoscopic Spine Surgery) uses two small openings on one side of the back, one for a camera and one for instruments. TELD reaches a slipped disc from the side through one small opening. He is trained in both, and in uniportal endoscopic spine surgery through a fellowship in South Korea.
What conditions can I consult Dr. Moolchandani for?
Slip disc, sciatica, back and neck pain, spinal injuries, brain tumors, aneurysms, epilepsy, head injury, stroke, migraine and headache. See the full list of treatments and surgeries.
What award has Dr. Moolchandani won?
He won the Best Paper Award from the Neurotrauma Society of India in 2019 for research on recurrence of chronic subdural hematoma.
Is Dr. Moolchandani registered?
Yes. He is registered with the Delhi Medical Council and the MP Medical Council.
How do I book an appointment?
Call +91-7000-11-5912, message on WhatsApp, or use the appointment form. You can also use the contact page.