Dr. Atul Goel
Neurology

Dr. Atul Goel

Senior Neurosurgeon, Lilavati Hospital & Research Centre; Former Head of Neurosurgery, KEM Hospital

Experience

42 years

Rating

4.9 (480 reviews)

Languages

English, Hindi, Marathi

Location

Mumbai, India

MBBS, MS — General Surgery, MCh — Neurosurgery (KEM), FRCS
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About the doctor

Dr. Atul Goel is one of the world's most cited neurosurgeons and a Senior Consultant at Lilavati Hospital Mumbai, known internationally as the originator of 'Goel's Technique' for atlantoaxial dislocation and the 'central or axial atlantoaxial instability' theory that has reshaped global cervical spine surgery. He trained at Seth G. S. Medical College and KEM Hospital Mumbai (MCh Neurosurgery) and served as Professor and Head of Neurosurgery at KEM Hospital for over two decades — performing 25,000+ neurosurgical operations. He is past President of the Neurological Society of India, recipient of the Dr. B. C. Roy National Award, has authored 1,000+ peer-reviewed publications, and is Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Craniovertebral Junction & Spine — among the most prolific surgical authors in modern Indian medicine.

Areas of expertise

Neurology planning and specialist review

Case evaluation for patients exploring treatment in India

Treatment pathway discussion with hospital coordination

International patient support and next-step guidance

How Livance supports patients here

International patient support

Treatment-pathway guidance

Hospital coordination support

Structured follow-up communication

Consultation journey

1

Share reports and diagnosis

2

Receive specialist pathway guidance

3

Discuss treatment and hospital options

4

Plan travel and next steps

Associated hospital

Related treatments

Cervical Spine Surgery

Cervical Spine Surgery in India is chosen by patients looking for quality specialty care, clearer treatment planning and better cost visibility. Livance helps patients understand how cervical spine surgery is typically evaluated, what treatment pathways may be considered, what affects cost, and how to prepare for hospital stay, attendants and recovery support.

Open treatment

Aneurysm Clipping

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Open treatment

Spine Tumor Surgery

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Open treatment

Brain Tumor Surgery

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Spinal Fusion Surgery

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Open treatment

Frequently asked questions

What does Dr. Atul Goel specialize in?

Dr. Atul Goel focuses on neurology and supports patients who need clear treatment planning and specialist guidance.

Can Livance help patients connect with this doctor?

Yes. Livance can help organize the next step, treatment planning discussion, and hospital matching around this specialty.

What should patients share before consultation?

It helps to share diagnosis details, scans, reports, current treatment advice and travel timeline before speaking to the team.