A promotional image for Dr. Rao's Hospital featuring Dr. Mohana Rao Patibandla receiving the Economic Times Excellence in Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Spine Surgery Award 2025. The image includes photos of the award ceremony, a portrait of Dr. Patibandla, and details about his qualifications (MCh, FESBS, FAANS, etc.) and contact information. The hospital's locations (Guntur, Vijayawada, Bhimavaram, Rajahmundry, Kakinada, Eluru, Ongole, Nellore) and the slogan "Act Fast - Save Brain and Spine" are highlighted, along with a map and phone number.
A promotional image for Dr. Rao's Hospital featuring Dr. Mohana Rao Patibandla receiving the Economic Times Excellence in Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Spine Surgery Award 2025. The image includes photos of the award ceremony, a portrait of Dr. Patibandla, and details about his qualifications (MCh, FESBS, FAANS, etc.) and contact information. The hospital's locations (Guntur, Vijayawada, Bhimavaram, Rajahmundry, Kakinada, Eluru, Ongole, Nellore) and the slogan "Act Fast - Save Brain and Spine" are highlighted, along with a map and phone number.

Dr. Mohana Rao Patibandla: The Best Neurosurgeon to Watch in India 2025

By Dr. Rao’s Hospital — Founder & Lead Neurosurgeon | Published:

Dr. Mohana Rao Patibandla — Neurosurgeon at Dr. Rao's Hospital

Dr. Mohana Rao Patibandla, founder of Dr. Rao’s Hospital in Guntur, is widely recognized as the best neurosurgeon in Guntur and one of India’s most influential leaders in minimally invasive, endovascular, and stereotactic neurosurgery. With a career spanning advanced international fellowships and an expansive surgical portfolio, Dr. Rao combines precision technique with compassionate care.

Vision & Mission: Precision, Innovation, Compassion

Dr. Rao established Dr. Rao’s Hospital (Patibandla Narayana Swamy Neurosciences LLP) to bring world-class neurosurgical care to South India — a center where the latest technologies meet the human touch. The hospital’s mission focuses on three pillars: clinical excellence, innovation, and education.

Clinical Impact — By the Numbers

Innovation & Technology

Dr. Rao’s practice emphasizes minimally invasive skull base surgery, endoscopic spine approaches, neuronavigation, intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring (IONM), stereotactic radiosurgery, and endovascular care. The hospital continually invests in advanced imaging, hybrid operating suites, and training programs to keep patient safety and outcomes at the forefront.

“Technology saves lives; compassion heals them.” — Dr. Mohana Rao Patibandla

Awards, Publications & Academic Leadership

Dr. Rao’s accolades underscore a sustained commitment to clinical excellence and scholarship:

  • Economic Times Business Excellence Award (2025)
  • Economic Times Health Award (2025)
  • Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Unity Award (2025)
  • Best Minimally Invasive Neurosurgeon / Best Spine Surgeon / Best Endovascular Surgeon / Best Stereotactic Radiosurgeon — multiple national & international honors
  • Invited speaker: SkullBaseCon 2025, NESICON 2025, AP MISSAB 2025, MISSABCON, SNVICON 2025, NSI YNF and many more
  • 60+ peer-reviewed publications in journals including Neurosurgery, Journal of Neurosurgery, Stroke, The Spine Journal, and more
  • 1,200+ citations in international literature

What This Means for Patients

Choosing Dr. Rao’s Hospital means access to a multidisciplinary team skilled in complex cranial, spinal, and vascular disorders — delivered with a patient-first philosophy. The hospital accepts national and international patients; for appointments and referrals, visit our Contact page.

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