BSV Neuroscience is led by board-certified neurosurgeon Dr. Sabareesh Natarajan. Dr. Natarajan specializes in both Neurological Surgery and Neurointerventional Surgery. His extensive expertise allows him to offer a full spectrum of treatment avenues, such as open surgery, catheter-based techniques, and radiation therapy, ensuring options are tailored to each patient’s unique needs without favoring any specific modality.
Serving the San Diego, CA area, Dr. Natarajan and his team provide comprehensive neurosurgery and neurointerventional care for conditions including brain aneurysms, brain tumors, and spinal ailments.
Learn more about Dr. Natarajan’s specialties below. To schedule an appointment, please call (619)-984-6969.
Brain Aneurysms
A brain aneurysm is a weak spot in a blood vessel in the brain that can bulge and potentially burst, which can be life-threatening. If one ruptures, warning signs include a sudden severe headache, nausea, stiff neck, and vision changes. Treatment depends on the aneurysm’s size and risk level, ranging from regular monitoring scans to minimally invasive or open surgery. Dr. Natarajan specializes in all of these treatment options and creates a personalized plan for each patient.
Brain Tumors
Brain tumors come in many types, and treatment depends on the type, size, and location of the tumor. Dr. Natarajan treats all kinds of brain tumors using surgery, radiation, or a combination of both, using advanced tools to remove tumors safely while protecting healthy brain tissue. Some tumors, like small meningiomas, may just need regular monitoring, while others like glioblastomas or metastatic tumors require more active treatment to extend a patient’s life. Dr. Natarajan works with a full team of specialists to create a personalized treatment plan for every patient.
Neurointervention
Neurointerventional surgery uses small catheters to treat conditions in the brain and spine without major open surgery. Dr. Natarajan specializes in this approach, offering treatments for conditions like brain aneurysms, strokes, carotid artery narrowing, and abnormal blood vessel connections. He is one of the few specialists in the country who performs these procedures through the wrist rather than the groin, which leads to fewer complications and faster recovery. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Natarajan works at several San Diego stroke centers and creates personalized treatment plans for each patient.
Spinal Disease
Spinal disease encompasses a wide range of conditions, including age-related degeneration, injuries, tumors, and alignment problems, all of which can cause pain and nerve issues. Dr. Natarajan takes a conservative approach to treatment, starting with medications, physical therapy, and targeted injections before considering surgery. When surgery is needed, he uses minimally invasive techniques with robotic guidance and advanced imaging to remove pressure from nerves and stabilize the spine.
