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Professor Kanna Gnanalingham
Consultant Neurosurgeon
MBChB (Hons), FRCS.SN, PhD
Specialises in
- Spinal disorders
- Spinal pain relief
- Brain tumours
- Pituitary disorders
- Keyhole surgery
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I am a Senior Consultant Neurosurgeon, specialising in a variety of brain and spinal conditions. I am based at the Manchester Centre for Clinical Neurosciences, Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust, and am an Honorary Professor of Neurosurgery at the University of Manchester. I also practice at Spire Manchester Hospital, offering consultations and treatments in a private setting.
After studying medicine in Manchester, I completed my neurosurgical training in London, including specialist training in complex spinal surgery and pituitary surgery at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery. I also trained in minimally invasive techniques at leading centres in the UK and US.
I lead the Manchester Pituitary Service and introduced the endoscopic “keyhole” technique to the region in 2005, improving recovery times and outcomes for patients with conditions such as acromegaly and Cushing’s disease. My spinal expertise includes the treatment of degenerative disc disease, day case discectomy, spinal trauma and spinal tumours, with a focus on motion-preserving and minimally invasive procedures that reduce pain and speed recovery.
I believe in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach to care, working closely with other specialists to ensure the best outcomes for my patients. Surgery is usually considered only when medical and non-operative treatments have not been successful. Where surgery is required, I frequently use minimally invasive (“keyhole”) techniques, which help to reduce blood loss, tissue damage, post-operative pain and recovery times.
In addition to my clinical work, I have a strong interest in research, with over 120 publications and international presentations. My research has contributed to advances in the understanding and treatment of pituitary and spinal conditions. I am frequently invited to speak at national and international meetings and to conduct workshops on spinal and pituitary disorders. I also offer a fellowship in minimally invasive and pituitary surgery.
Patients appreciate my clear communication, compassionate care, and dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes.
General Medical Council Number: 4302902
Treatment information
Some of the principal treatments carried out by Professor Kanna Gnanalingham at Spire include:
Neurosurgery
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Clinical interests
Spinal surgery
Special clinical interests: Minimally invasive surgery; brain and spinal tumours; complex spinal surgery, disc prolapse, pituitary disorders, head injury, hydrocephalus, shunts, spinal instrumentation, spinal injections, endoscopy and minimally invasive approaches.
Qualification and professional memberships
BSc (Hons) in Anatomy / University of Manchester / 1990
Bachelor of Science
PhD in Neuropharmacology / King’s College London / 1993
Doctor of Philosophy
MBChB (Hons) / University of Manchester / 1996
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
FRCS SN / Royal College of Surgeons London / 2003
Fellow of Royal College of Surgeons of England
CCST in Neurosurgery / General Medical Council, UK / 2004
Certificate of Completion of Specialised Training
Professional memberships
Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England (from 2003)
Member of the Society of British Neurosurgeons (from 2001)
Professional leadership
One of the lead consultant’s for pituitary surgery in Manchester
Current NHS posts
- Consultant in Neurosurgery, Dept of Neurosurgery, Salford Royal Hospital (2005 to present)
- Honorary Senior Lecturer, University of Manchester (2009 to present)
Personal profile
In my spare time I play badminton and cricket, which I have previously represented at club and university level.
Contact information
| Telephone | 0161 447 6700 |
| Website | https://www.manchesterneuro.co.uk/ |
| Private secretary | Mrs Vaani Navaratnam |
| Private secretary telephone | 0161 768 7178 / 077540 75055 |
| Private secretary email | manchesterneuro@gmail.com |