Dr. Vivek Purushothaman
Specialist - Spine Surgery
Dr. Vivek Purushothaman is a dedicated Endoscopic Spine Surgeon with extensive training in minimally invasive spine procedures. With a focus on Transforaminal endoscopic spine surgery under local anaesthesia, he combines cutting-edge surgical techniques with compassionate patient care. Dr. Vivek has undergone advanced Endoscopic spine fellowships under renowned spine surgeon, Dr. Satishchandra Gore, The pioneer of Transforaminal spine endoscopy in India.
He brings over a decade of experience spanning trauma, spine, sports medicine, and orthopaedic surgery, with clinical stints at premier institutions including Apollo Hospitals Main, Chennai, Aster Wayanad Speciality Hospital and Aster MIMS Kottakkal. Dr. Vivek has also underwent training in paediatric orthopaedics, musculoskeletal oncology, and hand surgery, making his approach to spine care comprehensive and holistic.
Known for his empathetic communication, patient-first approach, and commitment to continuous learning, Dr. Vivek aims to deliver safe, stitchless, and effective solutions for degenerative spine conditions using endoscopic and regenerative techniques.
- Endoscopic Spine Surgery (Keyhole Spine Surgery)
- TSSULA (Transforaminal Stitchless Spine Surgery Under Local Anaesthesia)
- Transforaminal Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS)
- Degenerative Spine Conditions
- Regenerative Spine Therapies
- Spinal Trauma and Sports Injuries
- SNRB (Selective Nerve Root Blocks), Facet Blocks
- TFESI - Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injection (Intradiscal)
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Polytrauma Management
- UNESCO All India General Knowledge Test – 2nd Rank
- Malayala Manorama Quiz – State Level (1st Rank)
- SBI General Knowledge Quiz – North Zone (2nd Rank)
- PCM Scholarship – National Level (11th Rank)
- IGSC Scholarship – National Level
- Selected for Enrichment Program for Gifted Children
- USS Scholarship – State Level
- Screened for TV Quiz Program by Doordarshan
Memberships
- MSF (Mission Spine Foundation)
- ASSI (Association of Spine Surgeons of India)
- AO Spine
- MISSAB (Minimally Invasive Spine Surgeons of Bharat)
- IOA (Indian Orthopaedic Association)
Publications & Presentations
1. Poster Presentation – SICOT World Conference: "Vitamin D Levels in Indian Population – Do We Need a New Baseline for Insufficiency?"
2. Best Essay Award – Mind Brain Soul: Integrating the Interface Conference, Chennai (Feb 2010): Essay titled "Sensing, Perceiving and Believing"
3. Journal Article – T.API.J, Jan–April 2011, Vol. 13, Issue 1: "Listen to the Patient, He Is Giving Us the Diagnosis"
4. Poster Presentation – International Neuropsychiatry Conference, Chennai (Feb 2010): "Data Linking Circuit Disorders in Patients with Dementia" 5. Review Article – Reviews in Neurology, Indian Academy of Neurology (2011): "Neuropsychiatry Border Zone Disorders & Novel Therapeutic Options"
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