Dr. Ashish Dagar
Consultant – Spine Surgery
Experience: Over 15 Years
Qualifications
- MBBS – BVUMCH, Sangli, Maharashtra (2006)
- MS (Orthopaedics) – Central Institute of Orthopaedics
- DNB (Orthopaedics) – Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi (2015)
- Fellowship in Spine Surgery – Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) (2019)
Memberships
- Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI)
- Delhi Orthopaedic Association (DOA)
Introduction of Dr. Ashish Dagar
Dr. Ashish Dagar is a fellowship-trained Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon currently practicing as Consultant – Spine Surgery at Manipal Hospital Gurugram. He is widely recognized for his expertise in minimally invasive (MIS) and endoscopic spine surgery, as well as spinal deformity correction.
With over a decade of focused spine surgery experience, he specializes in treating cervical, thoracic (dorsal), and lumbosacral spine disorders using advanced small-incision and endoscopic techniques. His surgical philosophy emphasizes minimal muscle damage, reduced blood loss, faster rehabilitation, and early return to daily activities.
Through VRH Healthcare, international patients receive structured coordination for online case review, imaging evaluation, cost estimation, visa documentation, surgical scheduling, and long-term follow-up support.
Medical Problems Dr. Ashish Dagar Deals With
Degenerative Spine Disorders
- Cervical and lumbar disc prolapse (slip disc)
- Lumbar canal stenosis
- Cervical canal stenosis
- Degenerative disc disease
- Chronic low back and neck pain
Nerve Compression Syndromes
- Sciatica
- Cervical radiculopathy
- Lumbar radiculopathy
Spinal Deformities
- Scoliosis (adolescent and adult)
- Kyphosis
- Lumbosacral deformity
- Post-traumatic deformity
Structural & Instability Conditions
- Spondylolisthesis (vertebral slip)
- Spinal instability
- Failed back surgery syndrome
- Vertebral fractures requiring stabilization
Procedures Dr. Ashish Dagar Performs
Cervical Spine Procedures
- ACDF (Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion)
- ACCF (Anterior Cervical Corpectomy and Fusion)
- Posterior cervical decompression and fixation
- Cervical disc replacement
- Endoscopic cervical discectomy and foraminal decompression
Thoracic (Dorsal) Spine Procedures
- Endoscopic thoracic decompression
- Posterior decompression with fixation
- Anterior decompression via thoracotomy
- Corpectomy with fixation
- Scoliosis and kyphosis correction
Lumbosacral Spine Procedures
- PLIF / TLIF / ALIF (Lumbar fusion techniques)
- Endoscopic lumbar decompression
- Lumbar artificial disc replacement
- Corpectomy with fixation
- Deformity correction surgeries
Minimally Invasive & Endoscopic Spine Surgery
- 7–8 mm incision endoscopic discectomy
- MIS fusion surgery
- Endoscopic treatment for lumbar canal stenosis
- Endoscopic treatment for cervical radiculopathy
His endoscopic techniques are particularly beneficial for international patients seeking shorter hospital stays and quicker functional recovery.
Background and Achievements
Dr. Dagar completed his MBBS and MS in Orthopaedics from VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital, Delhi, followed by a DNB in Orthopaedics. He pursued a prestigious Spine Surgery Fellowship at PGIMER, Chandigarh — one of India’s premier spine centers. He is an active member of the Association of Spine Surgeons of India (ASSI) and the Delhi Orthopaedic Association (DOA).
- Advanced International Fellowships: Further enhanced his expertise with international fellowships in minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery in South Korea and France, gaining exposure to advanced global spine techniques.
- Professional Experience: Currently practicing as Consultant – Spine Surgery at Manipal Hospital Gurugram. Previously worked as a Consultant at Manipal Hospitals Dwarka and CK Birla Hospital, Gurugram. He also completed observerships at Medanta – The Medicity.
- Clinical Approach: His approach emphasizes conservative treatment first when appropriate, precision diagnosis using advanced imaging, and minimally invasive options whenever feasible, combined with detailed patient education and transparent risk-benefit discussions.
Why International Patients Prefer Dr. Ashish Dagar
- Fellowship-trained spine specialist (PGIMER, Chandigarh)
- Advanced MIS & endoscopic spine expertise (Korea & France)
- Expertise in complex scoliosis and kyphosis correction
- Small-incision techniques with faster recovery
- Multi-center availability in Gurugram and Delhi NCR
Structured international patient coordination via VRH Healthcare. International patients benefit from remote MRI and imaging review before travel, transparent surgical cost planning, medical visa assistance, hospital coordination and admission support, and post-operative rehabilitation planning.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr. Ashish Dagar’s main specialization?
He is an Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon specializing in minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery and spinal deformity correction.
Where does he currently practice?
He practices at Manipal Hospital Gurugram and is also associated with Manipal Hospitals Dwarka.
How experienced is he?
He has over 12–15 years of overall experience, with more than 10 years focused specifically on spine surgery.
What are the core spine procedures Dr. Ashish Dagar Performs?
He performs ACDF/ACCF, cervical disc replacement, PLIF/TLIF/ALIF, endoscopic cervical and lumbar decompression, artificial disc replacement, scoliosis and kyphosis correction, and complex spinal fusion procedures.
Is Dr. Ashish Dagar experienced in endoscopic spine surgery?
Yes, he has advanced fellowship training in minimally invasive and endoscopic spine surgery from South Korea and France.
How can international patients book an appointment?
Appointments can be booked through the VRH Healthcare appointment feature or by contacting VRH Healthcare via WhatsApp for coordinated international treatment planning.