Dr.ย Rajatย Bhargava
MBBS, MS, MCh (Neurosurgery)
Head of Neurosurgery & Neurosurgical Oncologist
corporate_fareSMS Medical College & Fortis Hospital, Jaipur
Rajat Bhargava
MBBS, MS, MCh (Neurosurgery)
Prof. Rajat Bhargava is the Head of the Department of Neurosurgery and a specialist in neurosurgical oncology based in Jaipur, Rajasthan, practising at SMS Medical College & Hospital and Fortis Hospital. He holds MS and MCh degrees in Neurosurgery and focuses on surgical management of brain tumors, gliomas, and spine cancers.
With specialised super-specialty training in neurosurgery and a focused practice in neurosurgical oncology, Prof. Bhargava leads surgical care for patients with primary and secondary brain tumors, including high-grade gliomas (glioblastoma, astrocytoma), meningiomas, and spinal cord tumours. As Head of Neurosurgery at one of Rajasthan's foremost academic medical centres โ SMS Medical College โ he oversees a high-volume department that trains MCh neurosurgery residents and manages a broad case-mix of cranial and spinal oncology. His dual presence at SMS Medical College (government tertiary care) and Fortis Hospital (private super-specialty care) allows him to serve a wide population across Rajasthan and neighbouring states.
Prof. Bhargava regularly evaluates international patients requiring second opinions or surgical treatment for brain and spine tumors. CancerFax coordinates online case review, visa letters, and in-person consultation logistics at Fortis Hospital Jaipur.
Why Choose Prof. Rajat Bhargava?
Prof. Bhargava combines the rigour of academic neurosurgery with a focused subspecialty practice in neuro-oncology โ an uncommon combination in Rajasthan's neurosurgical landscape.
Areas of Specialization
Brain, Spine & Skull-Base Oncology
Brain Tumor Surgery
Surgical management of primary and secondary intracranial neoplasms across all WHO grades.
- arrow_rightHigh-grade glioma: glioblastoma (GBM), anaplastic astrocytoma, anaplastic oligodendroglioma
- arrow_rightLow-grade glioma: WHO Grade 2 astrocytoma and oligodendroglioma
- arrow_rightMaximal safe resection using neuronavigation guidance
- arrow_rightAwake craniotomy for tumors near eloquent cortex
- arrow_rightConvexity, parasagittal, and skull-base meningiomas
- arrow_rightPituitary adenomas (trans-sphenoidal approach)
- arrow_rightAcoustic neuroma / vestibular schwannoma
- arrow_rightCraniopharyngioma and epidermoid cysts
- arrow_rightSingle and multiple brain metastases from lung, breast, kidney, GI primary cancers
- arrow_rightSurgical resection combined with radiation oncology planning
- arrow_rightStereotactic biopsy for tissue diagnosis in deep-seated or multiple lesions
Spine & Spinal Cord Tumors
Surgical decompression, resection, and stabilisation for primary and metastatic spinal tumors.
- arrow_rightIntradural-extramedullary: spinal meningioma, neurofibroma, schwannoma
- arrow_rightIntramedullary: spinal cord ependymoma, astrocytoma
- arrow_rightLaminectomy and microsurgical cord decompression
- arrow_rightVertebral body tumors with cord compression: decompression and fusion
- arrow_rightPercutaneous vertebroplasty / kyphoplasty for pathological fractures
- arrow_rightSpinal instability correction in metastatic disease
Procedures Performed
Cranial, spinal, and minimally invasive neurosurgical oncology
Cranial Tumor Surgery
Complex DiseaseOpen microsurgical resection of intracranial neoplasms with intraoperative guidance.
Stereotactic Biopsy
DiagnosisImage-guided stereotactic needle biopsy for tissue diagnosis of deep or multiple brain lesions.
Spinal Tumor Surgery
Complex DiseaseDecompression and resection of extradural, intradural-extramedullary, and intramedullary spinal tumors.
Multidisciplinary Neuro-Oncology Care
MultidisciplinaryCoordination with radiation oncology and medical oncology for combined-modality brain tumor management.
Neurosurgical Second Opinion
Second OpinionIndependent expert review of brain and spine MRI, pathology, and surgical management plans.
Research & Publications
Neuro-oncology and neurosurgery at SMS Medical College, Jaipur
Full publication list available on request via CancerFax. SMS Medical College's Department of Neurosurgery has a strong tradition of clinical research in neuro-oncology, trauma, and cerebrovascular surgery.
Education & Training
Prof. Bhargava completed his medical training and neurosurgery super-specialty qualification, with MBBS and foundational training followed by MCh Neurosurgery โ the highest surgical qualification in neurosurgery in India.
Clinical Experience
Prof. Rajat Bhargava has built his career at SMS Medical College, Jaipur, rising to Head of the Neurosurgery Department, while also practising at Fortis Hospital Jaipur for comprehensive private neurosurgical oncology care.
Languages & International
Prof. Bhargava conducts consultations in Hindi and English.
No language barrier for international patients โ CancerFax coordinates professional medical interpreters for neurosurgery consultations.
CancerFax provides certified medical interpreters for Arabic, Mandarin, Russian, French, and 20+ other languages.
How CancerFax Helps You Access Dr. Rajat Bhargava
CancerFax is a specialist cancer patient-navigation platform. We help international patients prepare structured medical summaries, assess treatment eligibility, and connect directly with Dr. Rajat Bhargava's team โ with full coordination from initial inquiry to consultation.
Medical Report Review
Free review of your pathology results, imaging, molecular profiling, and treatment history โ prepared as a structured clinical summary for Dr. Rajat Bhargava's team.
Treatment Eligibility Screening
CancerFax screens your case for eligibility for treatments and clinical programmes available through Dr. Rajat Bhargava before you travel, so you arrive with a clear pathway.
Case Submission
We coordinate direct case submission to Dr. Rajat Bhargava's department, including all documentation required for clinical review and appointment scheduling.
Appointment & Consultation Coordination
CancerFax manages appointment scheduling with Dr. Rajat Bhargava's team, confirming availability and aligning timelines with your travel plans.
Travel, Visa & Logistics Support
We prepare visa invitation letters, provide hospital-proximity accommodation guidance, and coordinate airport transfers for international patients.
Follow-Up & Continuity of Care
After your consultation or treatment, CancerFax facilitates communication between Dr. Rajat Bhargava's team and your home oncologist for seamless post-treatment follow-up.
Frequently Asked Questions About Prof. Rajat Bhargava
Prof. Rajat Bhargava is a neurosurgeon specialising in neurosurgical oncology โ the surgical treatment of brain tumors, gliomas, meningiomas, skull-base tumors, brain metastases, and spinal cord and spinal column cancers. He is the Head of Neurosurgery at SMS Medical College, Jaipur, and also practises at Fortis Hospital, Jaipur.
Prof. Bhargava surgically manages a full spectrum of brain tumors including high-grade gliomas (glioblastoma, anaplastic astrocytoma), low-grade gliomas, meningiomas (convexity, skull-base), pituitary adenomas, acoustic neuromas, craniopharyngiomas, and brain metastases from cancers of the lung, breast, kidney, and colon.
Yes. Prof. Bhargava performs surgery for spinal cord tumors (spinal meningioma, schwannoma, intradural ependymoma, intramedullary astrocytoma) and metastatic spinal disease โ including surgical decompression, spinal stabilisation, and vertebrectomy for metastatic vertebral lesions causing cord compression.
Submit your MRI brain or spine images and pathology reports via the 'Send Your Reports' button on this page. CancerFax's oncology team will review your case and arrange a structured consultation โ available at Fortis Hospital Jaipur in person or via video call. Most consultations are arranged within 3โ5 business days.
Yes. International patients from South Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and other regions can access Prof. Bhargava's practice at Fortis Hospital Jaipur. CancerFax coordinates the full pathway โ remote case review, medical visa letters, airport coordination, and follow-up after surgery.
Prof. Bhargava is the Head of the Department of Neurosurgery at SMS Medical College & Hospital, Jaipur โ one of Rajasthan's largest academic neurosurgery centres. He also practises at Fortis Hospital (Fortis Escorts Hospital), Jaipur, where international patients and those requiring private care are typically seen.
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