Abhay Kumar Varma, MBBS, MSCR of Charleston

Abhay Kumar Varma, MBBS, MSCR is a neurosurgeon in Charleston, SC. Specializing in brain and spine cancer, neurosurgery, and spine surgery, the practice serves patients in downtown Charleston, Mount Pleasant, and Murrells Inlet.

Dr. Varma serves as faculty in neurosurgery at the Medical University of SC. His clinical expertise includes managing adult brain tumors, hydrocephalus, Chiari malformation, adult spinal and spine tumors, and peripheral nerve disorders, such as neonatal brachial plexopathy. His surgical practice utilizes microsurgery, endoscopic surgery, brain mapping, and awake craniotomies for tumors located in eloquent areas like the motor strip and speech areas. Dr. Varma completed his residency in India and underwent fellowships in brain tumor surgery and spine surgery at the University of Pittsburgh, the University of Toronto, and the Cleveland Clinic.

The practice is located on Jonathan Lucas Street, situated near the MUSC Health Medical Center and Lucas Park. The location is a short walk from the Baruch Auditorium and the Jonathan Lucas House Marker.

The practice is recognized for providing thorough and well-documented information to assist patients in their healthcare journey. Dr. Varma's specialized training and academic role contribute to his standing as a highly skilled specialist in the field of neurosurgery.

As a specialist in complex brain and spine conditions, Abhay Kumar Varma, MBBS, MSCR provides advanced surgical care to the Charleston community.

Services:

• Acute Stroke Thrombectomy
• Aneurysm Coiling and Microsurgical Clipping
• Arteriovenous Malformations
• Awake Craniotomies
• Brain & Spine Cancer
• Microsurgery and Endoscopic Surgery
• Neurosurgery
• Spine Surgery